Morocco · SAHARA DESERT TOURS

Sahara Desert Tours from Marrakech: Our Top 15

129 tours  ·  from $36

Merzouga is nine hours south, so a real Sahara trip is two nights whichever operator you use. The 15 below compare the routes through the gorges, the camps between the dunes and whether you end back in Marrakech or in Fez.

From Marrakech: 3-Day Merzouga and Sahara Desert Tour - Day two: Todgha Gorges and the road to Merzouga
3-Day Experiences, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Marrakech: 3-Day Merzouga and Sahara Desert Tour

1.3-Day Merzouga and Sahara Desert Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 15,308 reviews · 3 days · from $134Our pick

Travel from Marrakech across the Atlas Mountains to Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Todra Gorge, and Merzouga. You’ll ride camels at sunset and sunrise, try sandboarding, sleep in an Erg Chebbi camp, and share meals with a multilingual guide such as Ayoub, Rachid, or Hanan. Expect long drives, frequent stops, and excellent value at $134.

“Bahadi is the best tour guide in Africa. He knows Morocco—its mountains, villages, and every corner—and everything runs in the most wonderful atmosphere.”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Marrakech: Merzouga 3-Day Desert Safari with Food - Day one: crossing the High Atlas to Ait Ben Haddou
3-Day Experiences, Jeep and Desert Safaris, Jeep and Desert Safaris in the Sahara Desert, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews

From Marrakech: Merzouga 3-Day Desert Safari with Food

2.Merzouga 3-Day Desert Safari with Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12,232 reviews · 3 days · from $122

Travel from Marrakech across the High Atlas to Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Todgha Gorge, and Merzouga. Your driver-guide handles the long roads, while you enjoy sunset and sunrise camel rides, Moroccan meals, Berber drumming, and a desert camp. Choose a standard tent with shared bathrooms or a luxury tent with private facilities.

“We had an amazing experience in Morocco and a huge part of that was thanks to our driver, Bajo Muhamad. He was very helpful and made sure our group was comfortable the whole time. From start to finish, everything was truly amazing! Highly recommend booking!”

Check availability →Read our full review

3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek - Ait Ben Haddou and the movie-set kasbah
3-Day Experiences, Camel Rides, Camel Rides in the Sahara Desert, Hiking and Trekking Tours, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek

3.3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,125 reviews · from $115Top rated

Leave Marrakech early for a fast-moving three-day journey across the High Atlas to Merzouga. Visit Ait Ben Haddou, Todra Gorge, Rose Valley, and desert villages, then ride a camel into Erg Chebbi for sunset, sandboarding, drums, and a Berber camp night. Guides may include Abdul, Hammid, Mohamed, Hassan, or Yassine.

“Originally thought this was a good tour, then realized the many bad practices involved. Our driver was good, we foolishly trusted him. The tour in Ait Benhaddou was a glorified walk up and down the crumbling structure with someone that did not tell us about the site, our drivRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour: Camel Rides & Overnights - Day 2: Todra Gorge, fossils, and the Erg Chebbi dunes
3-Day Experiences, Camel Rides, Camel Rides in the Sahara Desert, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour: Camel Rides & Overnights

4.3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour: Camel Rides & Overnights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,734 reviews · from $115

Travel from Marrakech to Merzouga in a group of up to 19, crossing the High Atlas, visiting Ait Ben Haddou and Todra Gorge, then riding camels to a desert camp. Expect two long driving days, sunset and sunrise camel rides, sandboarding, dinners, breakfasts, and guides such as Omar, Hakim, Mehdi, and Simo, depending on your departure.

“Unforgettable experience. Great group, guides along the way and main guide (Abdul) and driver (Idris). I would absolutely recommend this. It does involve a lot of driving, especially the last day coming back but there are well chosen stops and it’s worth it. We were also glad to have a free day in Marrakech the next day.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3-Day Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour via Merzouga - Day Two: Todra Gorge Before the Sahara
3-Day Experiences, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

3-Day Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour via Merzouga

5.3-Day Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour via Merzouga

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,546 reviews · from $220

This three-day Marrakech to Fes journey combines long scenic drives with Ait Ben Haddou, Todra Gorge, a sunset camel ride, sandboarding, and a night in the Merzouga desert. Drivers such as Youssef Ali, Imad, Ayoub, and Yassir are praised for friendly service. Choose standard or luxury camping, with ATV rides available at extra cost.

“Abdul was a fantastic tour guide. Kind, professional and helpful. The accommodation and food provided was very good. It's a great tour with lots of interesting stops I would definitely recommend”

Check availability →Read our full review

Marrakech: 3-Day Merzouga Desert Experience Camel & Meals - Crossing the High Atlas to Ait Ben Haddou
3-Day Experiences, Camel Rides, Camel Rides in the Sahara Desert, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Marrakech: 3-Day Merzouga Desert Experience Camel & Meals

6.3-Day Merzouga Desert Experience Camel & Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,252 reviews · 3 days · from $113

This three-day trip takes you from Marrakech across the Atlas Mountains to Ait Ben Haddou, Tinghir, Todra Gorge, Erfoud, and Merzouga. Expect long minibus rides, a sunset and sunrise camel trek, dinner with Berber music, and a desert camp stay. Drivers such as Jamal, Laarbi, Aziz, and Mohammed are often assigned to different departures.

“Best trip ever! Everything was absolutely perfect. We had so much fun, and everyone was so nice and welcoming. I travel a lot, but this was definitely the best experience of my life. I fully recommend this trip! Jamal was really kind and answered all of our questions. The two of us girls booked the trip on our own, and we felt very safe the entire time.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3-Day Tour to Merzouga Erg Chebbi with Food & Camel Trek - Todra Gorge on the Road of 1,000 Kasbahs
3-Day Experiences, Camel Rides, Camel Rides in the Sahara Desert, Hiking and Trekking Tours, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

3-Day Tour to Merzouga Erg Chebbi with Food & Camel Trek

7.3-Day Tour to Merzouga Erg Chebbi with Food & Camel Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,770 reviews · from $133

Leave Marrakech for a three-day journey through the Atlas Mountains, Aït Benhaddou, Skoura, Todra Gorge, and Rissani. Ride camels into Erg Chebbi, eat dinner under the stars, and sleep at a desert camp. Drivers vary, with guests praising guides such as Omar, Hassan, Youssef, and Houssein Idrissi. Expect long drives, included breakfasts and dinners, and paid lunches.

“Great value: Loved being out in the desert riding camels with the Berbers and spending a night out soaking up the vibes of nomad life.”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Fez: Sahara Desert 2-Day Tour with Merzouga Camp Stay - Midelt, the Ziz Valley, and Erfoud
2-Day Experiences, Desert Camps, Desert Camps in the Sahara Desert, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Fez: Sahara Desert 2-Day Tour with Merzouga Camp Stay

8.Sahara Desert 2-Day Tour with Merzouga Camp Stay

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,716 reviews · 2 days · from $114

Travel from Fez to Merzouga with a driver such as Mounir, Imad14, or Tarik, stopping in Ifran, the cedar forests, Midelt, and Erfoud. Ride camels at sunset, sandboard, eat dinner by the fire, hear Berber music, and sleep in a tent with a private bathroom before sunrise and breakfast.

“I travelled from Fes to Merzouga desert with KWISKITA. The driver was super, the best of Marocco. The experience was super too. The desert, the stars, the camp stay, all was perfect. Don't be afraid about the long way, because the landscapes that you see along the transfer are amazing. You pass from the desert, to the snow, to the green with canyons and mountains. I recomend this trip and the driver. 5 Stars!”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Marrakech: 3-Day Sahara Tour with Private tent & Meals - Day one: High Atlas passes to Ait Ben Haddou
3-Day Experiences, Multi-Day Tours, Private, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Marrakech: 3-Day Sahara Tour with Private tent & Meals

9.3-Day Sahara Tour with Private tent & Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,652 reviews · 3 days · from $102

Travel from Marrakech across the High Atlas to Ait Ben Haddou, the Dades Valley, Todgha Gorge, and Merzouga. You will ride camels at sunset, eat dinner with Berber musicians, and sleep in a desert camp. Drivers such as Abdul, Rezikki, Bijad, and Ayoub are praised for friendly help, but expect long hours in the minibus and extra costs for lunch.

“Rezikki tour guideand our driver Mustapha gave us a great experience on our 3 day tour to Sahara. On time and great personality. The camp staff and berber drummers gave us a memorable experience. The quad tour was fun and seeing the sunset was amazing. Definitely would recommend this tour company communication was on key.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Marrakech to Merzouga Desert 3-Day via the High Atlas Mountains - Day one: from Marrakech over the High Atlas
3-Day Experiences, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews

Marrakech to Merzouga Desert 3-Day via the High Atlas Mountains

10.Marrakech to Merzouga Desert 3-Day via the High Atlas Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,434 reviews · from $127

Travel from Marrakech to Merzouga in a small group of up to 17, crossing the High Atlas, Ait Ben Haddou, Dades Valley, and Todra Gorge. Your trip includes two hotel breakfasts, two dinners, a camel ride, sandboarding, and a night in a Berber desert camp. Drivers such as Mohammad, Youssef, Hakim, and Hesham are often praised for attentive service.

“Booked A 3 day trip to Merzougha desert ! Simo was really a great guide and would recommend the trip.”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Marrakech: 3-Day Sahara Desert Adventure to Fes - Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s famous fortified village
3-Day Experiences, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Marrakech: 3-Day Sahara Desert Adventure to Fes

11.3-Day Sahara Desert Adventure to Fes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,405 reviews · 3 days · from $138

Travel from Marrakech to Fes in three long, rewarding days with a multilingual guide such as Kamal, Ajbli, or Abderrahman Abbassi. Visit Ait Ben Haddou and Todgha Gorge, ride camels at sunset and sunrise, sandboard, eat around a campfire, and sleep in a private Sahara tent. Expect long drives, cold desert nights, and excellent scenery.

“Me and my partner thoroughly enjoyed this trip. It really was the trip of a lifetime! Our guide Kamal was very friendly and informative. Would highly recommend:)”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Fes to Marrakech: 3-Day Sahara Desert Discovery Tour - Day 1: Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, and the Ziz Valley
3-Day Experiences, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Fes to Marrakech: 3-Day Sahara Desert Discovery Tour

12.From Fes to Marrakech: 3-Day Sahara Desert Discovery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,158 reviews · 3 days · from $182

Travel from Fes to Marrakech with a professional driver and local guides, crossing the Middle and High Atlas, riding camels at Erg Chebbi, sleeping in a Berber camp, and visiting Todra Gorge, Dades Valley, Ouarzazate, and Ait Ben Haddou. Guides such as Omar Faiz, Hesham, and Moha are praised for safe driving and warm service.

“Omar was an excellent tour guide and made us all feel welcome. This tour was action packed but did not feel rushed. HIGHLY RECOMMEND & GREAT value!!!!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Fes: Best Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga Desert Dunes, 3 Days Tour - The Erg Chebbi camp: the tour’s main reward
3-Day Experiences, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Fes: Best Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga Desert Dunes, 3 Days Tour

13.Best Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga Desert Dunes, 3 Days Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 959 reviews · from $220

Travel from Fez to Marrakech in three busy days with an air-conditioned vehicle, camel trekking, two dinners, two breakfasts, and overnight stays in the Merzouga desert and Dades area. Guides such as Ayoub, Omar, Hamza, and Abdul are praised for their care. Expect long drives, shared transport, paid lunches, and a small-group feel.

“Nice trip, but the tour operator doesn't replay for any messages. We had problem with extremely poor service during lunch (which make down whole group) and tour agent didn't bother replay and apologise for situation. For 5 days I wanted know details about pick up from Read more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Marrakech: 3-Day Desert Trip to Merzouga with Luxury Camp - Day one: Tizi n Tichka and the red walls of Aït Benhaddou
3-Day Experiences, Desert Camps, Desert Camps in the Sahara Desert, Multi-Day Tours, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, VIP

Marrakech: 3-Day Desert Trip to Merzouga with Luxury Camp

14.3-Day Desert Trip to Merzouga with Luxury Camp

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 887 reviews

Travel from Marrakech to Merzouga in an 8 or 17-seat minibus, stopping at Tizi n Tichka, Aït Benhaddou, Tinghir Oasis, and Todra Gorge. Guides such as Azzedine, Abdul, Hussein, and Mohammed are often praised for safe driving and friendly help. Expect long road hours, camel rides at sunset and sunrise, campfire music, and two nights of included accommodation.

“The whole trip was an excellent experience! Mustapha our tour guide and Azzedine our driver were the best. Both very professional and very pleasant. They were also very knowledgeable and helpful through the whole trip. The places we stopped and visited were excellent and must see! I am a Moroccan who lives in the US and I was impressed by the beauty of this area. the views were breathtaking. I also want to add all the people in the area were very welcoming and kind. The camps were very clean and neat. The evening firepit and music was majestic. I will definitely come back and recommend the trip to my…”

Check availability →Read our full review

Marrakech: 3Day Luxurious Merzouga Tour w/ Camel&Quad Option - Day one: High Atlas views and Ait Ben Haddou
3-Day Experiences, Camel Rides, Camel Rides in the Sahara Desert, Multi-Day Tours, Quad Biking and Buggy Tours, Quad Biking and Buggy Tours in the Sahara Desert, Sahara Desert Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Marrakech: 3Day Luxurious Merzouga Tour w/ Camel&Quad Option

15.3Day Luxurious Merzouga Tour w/ Camel & Quad Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 855 reviews · from $116

Travel from Marrakech to Merzouga with a local guide such as Houssine, Omar, Ali, or Hassan, stopping at Ait Ben Haddou, the Draa Valley, Rose Valley, and Todra Gorge. Ride camels at sunset and sunrise, camp in the dunes, try sandboarding, and add quad biking for €50. Expect long drives, simple lunches, and strong value.

“An amazing once in a lifetime experience! The stops along the way were great at breaking up the trip and learning about local culture. The hotel was really nice, and the drumming and dancing super fun. Hussaine is a really great tour guide, and Oussema a great driver. Would 100% recommend this tour!”

Check availability →Read our full review

New in Sahara Desert Tours

★ 4.54 Day desert trip from Fes to Marrakech and 2 night in merzougaFrom $32519 reviews
★ 5.02 Days Sahara Group Tour Fez to Marrakech via MerzougaFrom $13949 reviews
★ 5.0Private Fez to Marrakech Via Merzouga desert tour 3daysFrom $51125 reviews
★ 5.0shared group Fez To Fez via Merzouga Desert Tour 2 Days/ 1 NightFrom $30729 reviews
★ 5.0Shared Group Fez To Marrakech via Merzouga Desert Tour 2 DaysFrom $49318 reviews
★ 5.0Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga Desert – 3 Day Desert TourFrom $221120 reviews
★ 5.0Fes to Fes 2 days via Merzouga desert tourFrom $26224 reviews
★ 5.03 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech via MerzougaFrom $80124 reviews
★ 5.0Best Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour 2 DaysFrom $33120 reviews
★ 5.0Shared Group Desert Tour Fes To Marrakech Via Merzouga 3 DaysFrom $31334 reviews
★ 4.5luxury desert tour 3days 2 night fez merzouga ouarzazat marakechFrom $244111 reviews
★ 5.03 Days Luxury Private Excursion in Merzouga Desert from FezFrom $66223 reviews
★ 5.03 Days Luxury Desert Tour From Fes To Marrakech via MerzougaFrom $22187 reviews
★ 5.03 Days 2 Nights Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech via erg ChebbiFrom $18665 reviews
★ 5.03 Days merzouga desert luxury camp from Fes to MarrakechFrom $209166 reviews

Keep browsing

Multi-Day Tours247Imperial Cities Tours14Desert Camps29Private Transfers44Airport Transfers38
Scroll to Top

Where to go next

Pick a dune, a medina, a valley or a hammam.

Desert days

Camel RidesQuad BikingDesert CampsSandboarding4x4 Safaris

In the medina

Souk WalksMosquesPalacesSouk ShoppingCraft Workshops

Mountains and water

WaterfallsThe AtlasMountain WalksBerber VillagesThe Ourika

Slow days

HammamsCooking ClassesBalloon FlightsHorse RidingSurf Lessons