Marrakech Erg Chebbi Desert Tour

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Overview

  • Duration:3 days 2 nights
  • Travelers:12 guests
  • Tour Type:Tours
  • Language:English, French, German, Italian
This 3-day desert tour departs from Marrakech and travels through the High Atlas Mountains, the Valley of Roses, and the dramatic Dades region before reaching the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Highlights include a camel ride at sunset, a night in a Berber desert camp, and scenic drives through some of southern Morocco’s most iconic landscapes. The tour ends with a return to Marrakech.
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Highlights

  • Cross the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass
  • Travel through Berber villages and kasbah landscapes
  • Discover the Valley of Roses and Dades Valley
  • Visit the impressive Todra Gorge
  • Camel ride at sunset in the dunes of Erg Chebbi
  • Overnight stay in a traditional Berber desert camp
  • Sunrise over the Sahara dunes

Includes/Excludes

  • Transport & professional drivers
  • Accommodation: hotel/riad based on sharing rooms extra for single supplement
  • Meals: to be decided on each trip
  • Entrance Fees to sites
  • Transfer from & to airport
  • Drinks and non included Meals
  • Personal items
  • Tips
  • Single room supplement

Itinerary

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Day 1: Marrakech - Tizi n'Tichka - Valley of Roses - Dades Valley

Departure from Marrakech, heading south across the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka Pass, the highest mountain pass in Morocco. Along the way, the road passes through traditional Berber villages and changing landscapes where riverside oases contrast with barren hillsides dotted with ancient kasbahs.

After lunch, continue toward the Valley of Roses, enjoying beautiful views over the Dades Valley, often referred to as the valley of a thousand kasbahs. Arrival in Dades in the late afternoon, where you spend the night.

Day 2: Dades - Todra Gorge - Erg Chebbi Desert

After breakfast, drive toward the impressive Todra Gorge, where towering rock walls create a dramatic natural setting. After a short stop, continue to Auberge du Sud, located near the dunes of Erg Chebbi.

In the late afternoon, mount your camels and ride into the dunes as the sun sets over the desert. Dinner is served at the camp, followed by an overnight stay in Berber tents under the stars.

Day 3: Erg Chebbi - High Atlas - Marrakech

Wake early to watch sunrise over the dunes, a quiet and unforgettable moment. After breakfast at the camp, ride camels back to the auberge and begin the return journey to Marrakech.

The drive follows the same scenic route via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, with arrival in Marrakech expected in the early afternoon.

Frequently asked questions

Is this tour suitable for first-time desert travelers?

Yes, it offers a balanced introduction to the Sahara and southern Morocco.

How long is the camel ride in Erg Chebbi?

The ride is long enough to reach the camp and enjoy the sunset.

What type of accommodation is provided in the desert?

Overnight stay is in a traditional Berber tent.

Are the driving days long?

Some days involve extended drives, with scenic stops along the way.

What makes Erg Chebbi special?

Its large golden dunes create one of the most iconic desert landscapes in Morocco.

Extra Services

Childcare services

Childcare services

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$65.00/person
Photography

Photography

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$22.00/package

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