Fun outdoor activities - Morocco Desert for 05 day Trip
Tour Overview
Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure through the captivating landscapes of Morocco, starting from the vibrant city of Marrakech. This tour takes you on a journey through the majestic High Atlas Mountains, the historic Ait Benhaddou, and the picturesque valleys of Dades, Tinghir, and Draa. Experience the thrill of rock climbing in the Todra Gorges, quad biking across the Merzouga dunes, and camel riding in the vast Erg Chebbi. Spend a magical night under the stars in a Berber desert camp and explore the timeless alleys of Ait Benhaddou Ksar. With experienced local guides, immerse yourself in the rich culture and meet the welcoming locals, gaining insights into the nomadic life of the Sahara. This tour is a perfect blend of nature, adventure, and cultural exploration, offering unforgettable memories in the heart of Morocco. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Skoura - Dades Valley
Location: Marrakech, High Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, Skoura, Dades Valley
We will pick you up from your hotel in Marrakech at 8:00 am and drive you to the Dades Valley via Tizin'tichka Pass. Enjoy your journey through the dramatic landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains to reach Ouarzazate followed by Skoura. Visit Amridil Kasbah in Skoura before continuing to the Dades Valley where you will spend the night.
Day 2 : Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga desert
Location: Dades Valley, Todra Gorges, Merzouga
You’ll travel this morning to the Todra Gorge in the east, where a stunningly steep fault divides the deep golden limestone in two. Watch the lush date palm groves and protruding rock formations as you wind your way to Todra. When you get there, take a stroll along the bottom of the 984-foot (300-meter) ravine by a clear stream, with the impressive rocks towering above. Make your way to the Sahara in the afternoon via the Tinghir oasis towns. spending the night in a charming riad. As a result of Erfoud’s reputation for fossil preservation, it is possible to pay for an optional visit to a factory where fossils are extracted from the bedrock. Before continuing to the deep amber sands of Erg Chebbi, a vast sea of Saharan sand dunes, take a break for lunch in Rissani and explore the vibrant souk. Some of these dunes are over 650 feet (200 m) high! Before a stunning desert sunset, mount a camel and ride around the dunes. Dinner will feature a sumptuous Bedouin meal, live traditional music, and even a drumming lesson in the Moroccan style.
Day 3 : Explore Merzouga desert
Location: Merzouga
Take a Jeep ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes, meet some local nomads, have tea with some neighbors, and stop by the Gnawa house in Khemliya, a genuine Saharan village, to hear some spiritual healing music. You can rent a sandboard in the afternoon and practice on the dune areas. Alternately, go on an ATV quad tour. You’ll navigate the sandy peaks with the aid of a local guide, stopping at breathtaking vistas and intriguing locations. Switch to your personal camel and start the journey to your Bedouin-style camp over the sand dunes. Take a short hike to the top of a nearby dune to observe the sun setting, before enjoying a warm meal by the re while listening to traditional music.
Day 4 : Merzouga Desert - Draa Valley - Ouarzazate
Location: Merzouga, Rissani, Draa Valley, Ouarzazate
This morning, you’ll travel to Rissani to visit the Maison Touareg cultural center and bazaar. Learn about the local tribes and the meaning behind the magni cent carpets they weave. There are also many other genuine handicrafts to barter for, such as pewter, leather, and jewelry. From there, you’ll travel west, passing by tribes as you pass through vast desert plains, mountain peaks, and acacia forests. The landscape turns lush and green as you enter the fertile Draa Valley, which is dotted with farms, fruit trees, and palm groves. Taking a break here will allow you to breathe some fresh air and sample some fruits and vegetables right o the tree. The Tizi-n-Tini t Pass o ers views of beautiful river valleys and a desolate rock landscape once in the Anti Atlas Mountains. Spend the night in a charming riad, a style of lodging with a garden in the interior courtyard, to cap off your day in Ouarzazate.
Day 5 : Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou Ksar - Marrakech
Location: Ouarzazate, Ait Benhaddou, Marrakech
If you’d like a little more time in Ouarzazate, you can choose to spend the morning taking a guided tour of the Taourirt Kasbah, one of the most impressive in the nation. Alternately, go to one of the city’s two movie studios to see where scenes from movies like Lawrence of Arabia and The Gladiator were lmed. You will then travel to Ait Benhaddou, which is located in the foothills of the High Atlas, about 30 minutes to the west of Ouarzazate. This kasbah, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated along an old trade route used by camel caravans to travel between the Sahara and Marrakech. It is a magni cent illustration of Moroccan earthen clay architecture, with roofs made of tree trunks and bamboo. Explore the maze-like network of alleys and passageways until you nd the many talented artisans who produce and sell their goods here. Going back to Marrakech.
What's Included
- Marrakech pick-up and drop-off. All transport is as per the itinerary.
- Experienced local tour guides
- Accommodation: Three nights in riads or hotels and one night in a Berber desert camp.
- Dinners and breakfasts as per the itinerary
- Hiking in Dades Valley
- Rock climbing in the Todra Gorges
- Visits to local families as per the itinerary
- Quad bike riding in the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi
- Henna tattoo with locals (for female travelers only)
- Sandboarding
- Horseback riding
- Fuel for car and quad bikes
What's Not Included
- All lunches and drinks
- Entrance tickets to the highlights
- International and domestic flights
- Morocco visa charges
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Travel insurance
- Anything mentioned is optional on the itinerary.
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At Touareg Trails we offer private tours, which means there are no specific dates departure dates and you have the flexibility to choose any day you prefer to begin your tour.
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Is international airfare included?
International airfare is not included. We have found that many of our guests prefer the flexibility to organise their own flights. This allows you to have more control over your travel arrangements and potentially find the best deals that suit your preferences and budget.
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Can the vacation packages/trips be modified?
Yes, the trips can be modified, for the most part, to suit your preferences. Please feel free to message us with your requirements.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
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Fun outdoor activities - Morocco Desert for 05 day Trip
5 Days Starting and ending in Marrakech
Visiting: Marrakech, High Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, Skoura, Dades Valley, Todra Gorges, Merzouga, Rissani, Draa Valley, Ait Benhaddou ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
718339
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 12
Age range:
1-70
