3-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech

Day 1: Errachidia – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Rissani – Merzouga Desert Your 3-Day Sahara Desert tour from Errachidia begins with a morning pickup from your hotel or the airport in Errachidia. Travel southeast into the breathtaking Ziz Valley, where lush date palm groves stretch as far as the eye can see and traditional Berber villages dot the landscape. This scenic drive offers stunning views and great photo opportunities as you make your way toward the desert. Stop in Erfoud, a historic desert town known for its rich fossil deposits and artisan workshops. Continue to Rissani, an ancient trading post where camel caravans once converged, and explore its colorful local souk, filled with authentic Moroccan craft and culture. In the late afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the iconic Erg Chebbi dunes — the highest and most dramatic sand dunes in Morocco. Mount your camel and embark on a magical camel trek into the Sahara Desert just in time for sunset. As the sun paints the sand golden, arrive at your desert camp set among the rolling dunes. Enjoy a traditional Berber dinner, music around the fire, and the unforgettable silence of the Sahara night under a blanket of stars. Day 2: Merzouga – Desert Exploration – Ouarzazate Wake early to witness one of the most iconic experiences of any Morocco Sahara tour — the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast in camp, spend the morning exploring the desert. Take part in activities like sandboarding on the sweeping dunes, visiting nomad families, or strolling through Khamlia village, where traditional Gnawa music culture thrives. After your desert exploration, depart Merzouga and head west through the Sahara landscape. Stop in Rissani again if you wish to see more of its bustling market life. Continue toward Ouarzazate, often called the "Hollywood of Morocco" due to its long history as a film location and dramatic desert scenery. Spend the night in a hotel or riad and reflect on your immersive desert experience. Day 3: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech After breakfast, explore Ouarzazate's intriguing desert architecture and historic sites before heading to nearby Ait Ben Haddou, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site. This ancient fortified village showcases striking kasbahs and traditional mud-brick architecture used in many famous films. From Ait Ben Haddou, cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n'Tichka pass, enjoying panoramic mountain views and opportunities for photos along the way. Continue your journey descending into the vibrant city of Marrakech, arriving by the evening in the heart of the medina. Your 3-day tour from Errachidia to Marrakech concludes here, leaving you with unforgettable memories of dramatic mountain passes, Sahara desert sand dunes, and historic kasbahs.