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Desert tours from Marrakech are the best experiences you can enjoy from the most famous and visited city in Morocco.
After visiting all the points of interest of the old and enigmatic Medina for a couple of days, if you have extra days, we recommend you visit the Moroccan Sahara desert, located to the southeast of the city. There you can tour the desert in a 4×4, climb the dunes, see a fantastic sunset and sunrise over the desert, and above all, spend a night in an authentic Berber tent, enjoying a starry sky.
Traveling from the lively Marrakech to the immense desert landscapes of Morocco. Whether you are in Marrakech for a short time or want to escape the crowded city for a few days, there are a wide variety of desert tours from Marrakech to help you satisfy all your desire to explore new places.
Whether you are planning to visit the Sahara desert and back to Marrakech or ending your trip somewhere else like Fes, our customized tours will fit you!
All options include camping overnight under endless desert skies and visits to historical sites and accommodation at standard and luxurious hotels. You can explore the arid sands on a camel as the sun sets on the desert dunes or take a thrilling 4×4 excursion. The options are countless!
Are you interested to know more? Read on for more information about the best desert tours from Marrakech!
1. Desert tours from Marrakech to Fes
Intend a visit to the desert from Marrakech and end your tour in Fes? This is an interesting option if you plan to travel to the north of Morocco and visit other northern cities like Chefchaouen (The blue city) Meknes and Volubilis.
Throughout the journey, you will find yourself surrounded by ever-changing landscapes and terrain. You will pass the winding roads of the High Atlas Mountains and make a pit stop at the remarkable and historic Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou. You will also tour the mighty Todgha.
Usually, on the second night, you will ride a camel to your camp as the sun melts into the dunes.
When you go to Fes, after a night under the starry sky, you will drive along the azure-blue Ziz River. Eventually, rugged, mountainous terrain will replace sand dunes. Soon after, you will arrive in Fes where you will find colorful souks and unique architecture.
All these desert tours include, in addition to the English speaking driver/guide, the pick-up at the hotel, the 4×4 excursion, the option of shared or private tours, Standard or luxury (private bathroom and shower at the camp), dinner and breakfast in the tent…ect Check our proposal desert tours from Marrakech to Fes below.
- 2 Days/1-night desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
- 3 Days/2 nights desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
- 4 Days/3 nights desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
2. Desert tours from Marrakech to Merzouga
Explore the stunning landscape of Morocco, which is steeped in history and illuminated by wonderful sights, on these desert tours from Marrakech to Merzouga and back you will travel through the high mountains of the High Atlas to the UNESCO World Heritage site Aït Ben Haddou, where ancient, earthly buildings have been built for centuries.
In addition to immersing yourself in the deepest part of Morocco’s rich and extensive tourist attractions, you will also pass through the historic city of Ouarzazate, known as the Hollywood of Africa. Additionally, you will mingle with the local population.
At the campsite, the locals will offer you an unforgettable show. At night, the stars and gentle winds that surround and illuminate the Bedouin Camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes will be like a lullaby and help you sleep. And the stunning morning will ask you to get up at sunrise.
If you want to explore the extraordinary landscapes that run through Morocco, these desert tours will fulfill your wishes.
- 2 Days/1-night desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
- 3 Days/2 nights desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
- 4 Days/3 nights desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
- 5 Days/4 nights desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
3. Desert tours from Marrakech to Zagora
A closer desert to Marrakech is Zagora, which can be visited in two days by spending the night in a tent in the middle of the desert. Zagora is stony, so the dunes are not as spectacular as Merzouga.
However, this 2-day tour to the Zagora desert allows you to get a glimpse of the beautiful country outside of the traditional sights of the city. You will spend the night camping in Berber-style tents under the starry sky.
To make the experience even more authentic, the camels will take you through the desert to the camp as the sun sets. When the golden sun greets you in the morning, you will get on your camel and travel back to Zagora. In the midst of sunsets, morning hues, starry skies, and camel rides, you will enjoy a delicious dinner and breakfast!
On the way to Zagora, you will have the opportunity to stop at the prehistoric Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou. You can check the complete itinerary and compare it with the Merzouga desert excursions from Marrakech above. For more details about which Moroccan desert is the best, please visit this article: Zagora or Merzouga – The best desert in Morocco.
4. Desert tours from Marrakech: Grand Tours
Are you going to be in Morocco for more than 5 days, and want to make sure you do your best to see every corner of the country? It can be difficult to see absolutely everything. However, grand desert tours from Marrakech through the imperial cities give you the opportunity to see some of the most amazing landscapes of Morocco and its wonderful archaic architecture.
On each tour, you will travel through the impressive Atlas Mountains, be amazed at the assemblage of ancient buildings at Aït Ben Haddou, and see Berber villages. Explore the colorful souks and the magnificent historic monuments with a local guide.
A night in a tent is magical and unrepeatable, you will ride a camel in Erg Chebbi as the sunlight fades into dusk. At the camp, the locals will greet you with traditional entertainment. And finally, you will enjoy a hearty Moroccan dinner. It is worth sacrificing routine comfort for a unique, very fun, and special experience. You will not forget it! Not to mention the sunrise over the sea of dunes. Indescribable.
Note: Please if you are interested in a Morocco tour of more than 7 days & 6 nights from Marrakech, check all our customized Morocco desert tours from Marrakech.
5. Best Day trips from Marrakech
This list of the best day trips and excursions from Marrakech will help you make the most of your trip to one of the most beautiful cities in Morocco.
Fascinating and sometimes exhausting, this city known as the red city, revolves around its impressive Medina, perfect for getting lost in its streets and haggling in its souks.
Although in about two days you will have time to get to know most of the city’s points of interest, such as its main palaces, markets, gardens, and Medersas, if you have more time we recommend taking an excursion to see some of the wonders that are more nearby as the beautiful Essaouira or the spectacular Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, Imlil village, the breathtaking Ouzoud Waterfalls, and the Ourika valley.
Based on our expertise as locals, in the last one we wrote this guide of tips to travel to Marrakech, we have made a list of what we believe are the 5 best day trips and excursions from Marrakech.
- Day Trip from Marrakech to Essaouira
- Day Trip from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- Day Trip from Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls
- Day Trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley
- Day Trip from Marrakech to Imlil Village
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Conclusion: Desert Tours from Marrakech
Finally, we hope that we succeed in providing the tour that meets your interests and expectations. Otherwise, we are happy to assist, don’t hesitate to contact us at any time.