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Ouarzazate to Merzouga Sahara Tour (3 Days / 2 Nights): Camel Trek & Desert Camp
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Duration 3 Days / 2 Nights
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About This Experience
This three-day journey turns Ouarzazate into your front door to the Sahara. You travel through valleys and gorges before reaching Merzouga, where the dunes deliver the classic desert moment done with comfort and good timing.
Along the way you stop for canyon walks, viewpoints, and kasbah roads that make the drive part of the experience. In Merzouga, a sunset camel trek carries you into the Erg Chebbi dunes, followed by dinner and a desert camp night under the stars.
With accommodation included and a clear plan each day, you can relax and focus on the experience. You return with sunrise photos, desert silence, and a stronger sense of the south’s scale and beauty.
What travelers are saying
What an amazing journey through Morocco! Every detail was perfectly organized. The accommodations were excellent and the food was delicious. Our guide...
Great tour overall. The desert camping was magical - sleeping under the stars in the Sahara is something everyone should experience. The camel ride at...
This exceeded all our expectations. From the kasbahs to the blue streets of Chefchaouen, every moment was picture-perfect. The small group size made i...
Perfect organization from start to finish. The variety of experiences - from medinas to mountains to desert - was wonderful. Will definitely book anot...
Highlights
- Merzouga dunes and desert views
- Camel trek at sunset
- Desert camp night under stars
- Valleys and gorges en route
Itinerary / Schedule
Day 1: Ouarzazate to valleys and gorges, overnight en route
Travel through kasbah landscapes and valley roads with planned viewpoints and short walks. Settle into a comfortable overnight stay and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Day 2: Arrive Merzouga, sunset camel trek and desert camp
Continue toward Merzouga with scenic stops, then ride a camel into the dunes in time for sunset. Enjoy dinner and a warm camp atmosphere under the stars.
Day 3: Sunrise in the dunes, return or continue route
Wake early for sunrise light and breakfast at camp, then travel back with comfortable breaks. Timing stays smooth so the day doesn’t feel rushed.
What's Included
- Air conditioned transport
- Professional driver guide
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Daily support and local tips
- Camel trek in the dunes (or 4x4 alternative when needed)
- Desert camp dinner and breakfast
What's Not Included
- Lunch and drinks
- Entrance fees if any
- Tips
Important Information
Not suitable for
- Not suitable for wheelchair users.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun protection
- Light jacket for evenings
- Camera or phone for photos
Know before you go
- The pace is relaxed with planned stops
- Route order may adjust slightly for weather or local conditions
- Expect some walking on uneven ground at kasbahs and oases