From Marrakesh: 3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour with Camel Rides & Sandboarding with Return Transfers to Marrakesh or Fes
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Meals included
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Let the operator handle driving, lodging, and meals across this trip, while you focus on the journey from city roads out toward distant dunes.
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Set off from Marrakesh in a comfortable minibus, traveling with your group toward the High Atlas before reaching the Tinghir area by evening local time.
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Spend one night in a hotel at Tinghir and another in a camp in the desert near Merzouga, with breakfast and dinner included at both stays.
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Join camel treks out onto the dunes at sunset and sunrise, try sandboarding on the slopes, and unwind as the sky above you fills with stars.
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Upgrade to a luxury camp option in Merzouga, staying in a tent with a private bathroom so you keep comfort and privacy even in the desert.
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Choose between return transfers to Marrakesh or Fes. Select your preferred tour format at checkout, choosing a standard group option, or a private option for a more personalised experience.
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Accommodation in a hotel in Tinghir
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Accommodation in a desert camp in Merzouga
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Sunset and sunrise camel ride
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Sandboarding
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Breakfast & dinner
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Transport in an air-conditioned minibus
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Standard, private, or luxury experience with a private tent and bathroom (as per option selected)
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Return transfers to Marrakesh or Fes (as per option selected)
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Lunches and drinks
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Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
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Tips & gratuities
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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CoupleVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5Was a nice trip, with jawad driver and charaf guide, momories in thee desert was unforgettable thank you for everything.Jun 20265/5Went solo on this trip, and wow, it’s something I’ll be talking about for a LONG time. The bus rides were kinda long but comfy enough (bring snacks, trust me). Our guide, Samir, was like a walking history book with jokes. Highlight was def waking up for sunrise over the dunes—NEVER seen colors like that. Oh, and camel rides super bumpy but the guides make sure you're not totally falling off. Food was way better than I expected (tagines, tagines, and more tagines... not complaining). Nights were cold even in June so pack an extra layer. Met people from 4 different countries in my group, ended up swapping Insta handles and photos. Only thing I’d change: wish there was more time at some of the stops, felt a bit rushed in Ait Ben Haddou. But honestly? Still EPIC.Jun 20265/5Wowwwww, what a whirlwind. Came with two friends and honestly didn’t know what to expect. We laughed so much on the camel ride because my camel, Bob, kept trying to eat every bush he saw. Our tent was way nicer than my old uni dorm, not kidding. Guides were all super friendly—even taught us some Berber words (I forgot them all, oops). The music and drumming around the campfire at night was a VIBE. Just remember: bring wet wipes (no showers in the basic tents) and a flashlight. Sore legs for days but worth every second!Jun 20265/5Did the 3-day adventure with my boyfriend and overall it’s a solid trip! Loved the desert camp—felt so GENUINE, and the stars at night were wild. Our driver Khalid was super chill, stopped for photo ops whenever we asked. Only downside: van AC struggled big time in the afternoon heat. If you get carsick, sit in the front (windy mountain roads). Food stops were okay, nothing fancy but decent. Would totally recommend for couples wanting something a bit different.Jun 20265/5Just got back from this and still feeling a bit sandy (lol). The highlight for me was actually the drive through the Atlas mountains—the switchbacks are wild but so pretty. Our group had people from Brazil, Japan, and Australia so lots of cool convos. The guides even organized a little music jam at the camp, and I got dragged into playing the drums. Food was simple but tasty. If you’re picky about toilets, brace yourself. 10/10 for the stargazing though!
Travel from Marrakech to Merzouga for a multi-day desert tour with a hotel stay in Tinghir, Berber camp, camel rides, and sandboarding.
Getting started
Depart Marrakech by air-conditioned minibus and travel toward the desert region. Settle into your seat as you leave the city behind and head toward Tinghir, where your hotel accommodation awaits. Along the way, you simply stay on board the minibus, relax, and watch the landscape gradually change.
Tinghir hotel stay
What to expect
Your first overnight stop is in Tinghir, where you stay in a hotel before continuing deeper into the desert.
Features
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Check in to your accommodation in a hotel in Tinghir, giving you a comfortable base to rest between travel segments.
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Enjoy the included dinner and breakfast at the hotel, so your evening meal and morning start are covered before you move on.
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Travel to and from Tinghir by air-conditioned minibus, which serves as your main transport throughout the tour.
Merzouga desert camp
What to expect
Continue by air-conditioned minibus to Merzouga, where you stay overnight in a desert camp surrounded by dunes.
Features
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Settle into your accommodation in the desert camp in Merzouga, with tents arranged for your stay in the dunes.
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If you select the luxury camp option, you stay in a luxury desert camp with a private tent bathroom, subject to availability.
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Make use of the included dinner and breakfast at the desert camp, so your main meals are taken care of during your stay.
Camel rides and sandboarding
What to expect
Experience classic Sahara activities from the camp and surrounding dunes.
Features
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Join a camel ride at sunset, then again at sunrise, giving you two chances to ride across the dunes at different times of day.
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Try sandboarding on the surrounding dunes, using the provided boards to slide down the sandy slopes.
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Move between Marrakech, Tinghir, and Merzouga by air-conditioned minibus, which connects all activity points on this private, standard, or luxury tour option, depending on what you select.
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Accessibility
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Wheelchair access: The experience is not wheelchair accessible.
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Stroller access: The experience is not stroller accessible.
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Public transport: There is no public transportation available nearby.
What’s not allowed
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Pets: Pets are not permitted on this tour.
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Infants on laps: Infants must not sit on laps during transport.
Additional information
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Infant seats: Infant seats are available upon request.
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Luxury camp option: Luxury camp includes a private bathroom inside the tent.
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Tent sharing: Luxury tents may be private or shared, depending on availability.
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Tour style: You can book private, standard, or luxury tour options, depending on availability.
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- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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