Overview
If you’re planning a 5-day desert trip in Morocco, this Errachidia to Marrakech itinerary is the perfect choice. It combines stunning desert landscapes, oases, traditional villages, enchanting valleys, and historic kasbahs. Your adventure begins in Errachidia, passing through the Ziz Valley oasis and culminating in the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga. You’ll enjoy camel riding, visiting nomadic families, and listening to Berber music in a traditional village. You’ll also spend a night in a desert camp under the stars.
After this unique desert experience, the journey continues to Marrakech, taking in the breathtaking scenery of southern Morocco. You’ll see the towering cliffs of the Todgha Gorge and the stunning Dades Gorge. You’ll also visit a Berber house to experience the art of traditional henna painting and try on a Berber wedding outfit (free and optional). Finally, you’ll explore the famous Route of a Thousand Kasbahs. You will visit Kelaat M’Gouna, known as the Rose Capital of Morocco, and the historic Kasbah of Amridil. Afterwards, we continue our journey to Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Africa. You will also visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou, before crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the majestic Tizi n’Tichka pass on your way to Marrakech.
Tour Highlights
- Passing through Morocco's largest oasis, the breathtaking Ziz Valley
- Visiting Erfoud, the date capital of Morocco, famous for its fossils
- Exploring the desert region surrounding Merzouga
- Meeting nomadic families living in the Sahara Desert
- Experience traditional music in the village of Khamlia
- Camel riding across the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Watching the sunrise and sunset in the Sahara Desert
- Overnight stay in a desert camp
- Visiting the traditional market of Rissani and experiencing a step back in time
- Wandering the Todgha Valley
- Discovering the stunning landscapes of the Dades Valley
- Exploring the historic village of Ait Benhaddou
- Crossing the High Atlas Mountains
- Driving through the Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass