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5 Days from Ouarzazate to Marrakech. Embark on a 5-day adventure from Ouarzazate to Marrakech, passing through the mesmerizing Merzouga Desert. This journey offers an authentic experience of Morocco’s varied landscapes, from the tranquil Sahara to the bustling streets of Marrakech. Here’s a guide to your five-day exploration.
Start your journey in Ouarzazate, a city renowned for its film studios and striking kasbahs. Visit the Taourirt Kasbah, an impressive example of Moroccan architecture. If time permits, explore the Atlas Film Studios, where numerous famous movies have been shot.
Spend the day absorbing the unique culture of Ouarzazate, often described as the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Overnight in Ouarzazate, enjoying the local cuisine and hospitality.
Depart Ouarzazate and head towards the Dades Valley. Pass through the Skoura Oasis and the Valley of Roses, known for its annual rose festival and rosewater production. The journey to the Dades Valley offers picturesque views of fortified villages and natural rock formations.
Explore the Dades Gorges, marveling at the dramatic landscapes carved by the Dades River. Spend the night in the Dades Valley, surrounded by serene natural beauty.
Travel from the Dades Valley to Merzouga, gateway to the iconic Erg Chebbi dunes. The journey takes you through the Todra Gorges, with its towering canyon walls, a popular spot for climbers.
Arrive in Merzouga and prepare for a camel trek into the Sahara Desert. As the sun sets, ride through the dunes to a desert camp, where you’ll spend the night. Experience the tranquility of the desert under a star-filled sky, with traditional Berber music and food.
Witness an unforgettable sunrise over the dunes of Merzouga. After breakfast, explore the local area, visiting the village of Khamlia or learning about the lifestyle of nomadic tribes.
Begin the journey back to Ouarzazate. This route allows for reflection on the stark beauty of the desert landscapes. Spend another night in Ouarzazate, perhaps exploring more of the city’s cultural offerings.
On the final day, travel from Ouarzazate to Marrakech, crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass. This scenic drive offers panoramic views and a chance to see traditional Berber villages.
Arrive in Marrakech, a city bustling with energy. Explore the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, visit the Koutoubia Mosque, and wander through the vibrant souks. As the evening falls, experience the lively atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fnaa square, a cultural hotspot with food stalls, performers, and storytellers.
This 5-day trip from Ouarzazate to Marrakech via the Merzouga Desert offers a comprehensive experience of Morocco’s natural and cultural landscapes, from the quiet of the Sahara to the buzz of Marrakech. It’s an adventure filled with stunning views, cultural insights, and unforgettable memories.
Yes. 5 Days from Ouarzazate to Marrakech is a private tour: only you and your group travel with your own driver-guide.
In a 4×4 vehicle or a minibus with air conditioning (A/C), with your driver-guide. Fuel is included.
Breakfast and dinner are included with the hotel / riad overnight stays and in the desert camp. Not included: flight, lunches, drinks.
In the camp, in nomad tents in the dunes of Merzouga, with dinner, Berber music around the campfire and a sky full of stars.
We speak Spanish, English, French, Italian, Berber and Arabic.
Yes. Accommodation can be adapted according to your budget: hotels of 3, 4 or 5 stars or beautiful riads. Tell us what you want to see and we will adapt the tour.
Send us the form on this page or write to us on WhatsApp +212 673 851 091 with your dates and the number of travellers.
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123 reviews on Tripadvisor – all rated “Excellent”
algarcia_83Feb 2025 · Tripadvisor
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We chose the option of 4 days and 3 nights. The experience has been fantastic, especially for the unbeatable attention of our guide, Ali, and all the people who attended us in the haimas of Merzouga. Even Brahim’s management for booking and payment was excellent. Tamlalt Tours, highly recommended.
Jaime SAug 2023 · Tripadvisor
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Tamlalt Tours has organized an 8-day route through Morocco for us and we loved it. Both my wife and my two children, ages 10 and 8, had a great time. Camel rides and nights in the desert, a real family adventure.
lingApr 2019 · Tripadvisor
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We came from Taiwan. We are so lucky to choose Tamlalt Tours. Our driver Hassan helped us in everything. He took us everywhere we wanted to go. I’d recommend this company to anyone travelling to Morocco.
Sofia arballoNov 2018 · Tripadvisor
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We came all the way from Mexico, and would love to do it again! Ali drove us from Marrakech to the desert, making several stops, visiting amazing little towns and beautiful sceneries like the Dades Gorges and Ait Benhaddou. The camp was perfect: we had dinner, we danced, sang and watched the stars.
LightPacker738547Nov 2017 · Tripadvisor
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Our driver, Ali, came to our hotel in Marrakech to pick us up. We drove through the Atlas to Ait Ben Haddou then Dades gorges. Next day we visited Todra gorges and Merzouga, where we enjoyed a marvelous sunset on top of a dune and a camel trek.