5 days 4-night desert trip from Marrakech to Merzouga

Embark on a quintessential 5-day, 4-night odyssey from the bustling streets of Marrakech to the serene expanses of Merzouga. As urban clamor gives way to a longing for tranquility, look towards the southern horizons where the Sahara’s embrace awaits. This journey offers a unique exploration of Morocco’s contrasting landscapes, inviting you to momentarily forsake the Marrakech tumult.

Itinerary Overview:

Day 1: Marrakech to Tinghir Odyssey

Commencing at the crack of dawn, our voyage leads us from Marrakech’s vibrance, ascending through the majestic High Atlas Mountains. Mid-morning repose is found in Tadart Village, with a traditional Moroccan breakfast fueling our passage. The day’s highlight includes a sojourn at the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a bastion of history and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its cinematic legacy in films like “Lawrence of Arabia.” The afternoon sees us in Ouarzazate, dubbed the “Moroccan Hollywood,” for a luncheon interlude, before retiring to Tinghir’s welcoming abode by nightfall.

Day 2: Tinghir to Merzouga Expedition

With dawn’s light, our caravan departs Tinghir, threading through the Todgha Gorges’ splendor en route to Tinjdad Village for a midday feast. The afternoon’s journey winds through Arfoud and Rissani, culminating in a tranquil Merzouga retreat. Here, an oasis of relaxation awaits, with Moroccan mint tea by the poolside. The day’s zenith is a camel trek to a desert camp, where tea with nomads and a sunset over dunes precede an evening of traditional melodies by firelight.

Day 3: Merzouga to Fez Transition

An early rise to greet the sunrise precedes a camel trek back to Merzouga for a refreshing morning. The drive to Fez unfolds through Errachidia and Midelt, with scenic halts and a luncheon in Midelt. The journey through Azrou and Ifrane, with brief respite, brings us to Fez for an evening repose.

Day 4: Fez to Beni Mellal

Departing Fez post-breakfast, our exploration takes us to Meknes’ historic core, followed by a luncheon in El Hajeb. The afternoon’s route meanders through picturesque hamlets like Mrirt and Khenifra, arriving in Beni Mellal for the night’s stay, amidst the heartland of Morocco’s diverse landscapes.

Day 5: The end of desert trip From Beni Mellal to Marrakech

The final morning in Beni Mellal begins with breakfast and a visit to Ain Aserdoun, marking the last jewel in our desert crown before we journey back to Marrakech, closing the loop on an unforgettable desert escapade.

This expedition is not merely a trip but a passage through time, landscapes, and the soul of Morocco, inviting adventurers to uncover the myriad facets of this land, from its bustling medinas to the whispering sands of the Sahara.