5-Day Tafraoute Morocco Desert Trip: From Marrakech to Sahara desert

Experience the beauty and adventure of the Sahara Desert with this 5-day trip from Marrakech to Sahara desert. Journey through the stunning landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, and explore traditional Berber villages. Enjoy a camel ride through the vast dunes of the Sahara and spend a night in a traditional desert camp under the stars. Visit the Draa Valley, discover the historic city of Ouarzazate, and witness the breathtaking Todra Gorge. With experienced guides and comfortable transportation, this trip offers a perfect way to discover the wonders of Morocco from Marrakech to Sahara desert.

Tour Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights

Tour from : Marrakech

Tour ending: Marrakech

5-Day Itinerary from Marrakech to Sahara desert

Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka Pass – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

  • Depart from Marrakech and drive through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass
  • Stop at Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and a famous filming location
  • Explore the mud-brick kasbah and the surrounding area
  • Continue to Ouarzazate and visit the Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas Film Studios
  • Check-in at the hotel and enjoy some free time

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Draa Valley – Zagora – Tamegroute – M’hamid

  • Drive through the Draa Valley, the longest river valley in Morocco
  • Stop at Zagora and visit the Tamegroute Pottery Cooperative and the Zaouia Naciria
  • Continue to M’hamid, the last town before the Sahara desert
  • Enjoy a camel ride into the dunes and witness the sunset over the desert
  • Spend the night at a desert camp, enjoying Berber music and traditional Moroccan food

Day 3: M’hamid – Erg Chigaga

  • Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes
  • Return to M’hamid and take a shower and breakfast
  • Transfer to Erg Chigaga, the largest dunes in Morocco
  • Enjoy a camel ride or a 4×4 excursion in the desert
  • Spend the night at a desert camp, enjoying the silence and the starry sky

Day 4: Erg Chigaga – Foum Zguid – Taznakht – Taliouine

  • Drive through the rocky landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains
  • Stop at Foum Zguid, a town known for its market and its desert landscapes
  • Continue to Taznakht and Taliouine, famous for their carpets and saffron respectively
  • Check-in at the hotel and enjoy some free time

Day 5: Taliouine – Taroudant – Marrakech

  • Drive through the picturesque landscapes of the Souss Valley
  • Stop at Taroudant, a walled city known for its traditional handicrafts and its souks
  • Continue to Marrakech and transfer to the airport or the hotel

 

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Tour Highlights

Embark on a journey through Morocco's diverse landscapes and culture with this 5-day tour from Marrakech to Sahara desert. Highlights include visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, camel riding into the Sahara desert and witnessing stunning sunrises and sunsets over the dunes, exploring the traditional handicrafts and souks in Taroudant, and driving through the picturesque landscapes of the Souss Valley. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!

Included

Transportation throughout the tour in a comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation in hotels and desert camps as specified in the itinerary
Camel ride and sunset/sunrise watching in the Sahara desert
Guided tours of Ait Ben Haddou, Taourirt Kasbah, Tamegroute Pottery Cooperative, and Zaouia Naciria
Free time to explore Ouarzazate, Taznakht, and Taroudant
Traditional Moroccan meals as specified in the itinerary
English-speaking tour guide

Not included

International airfare
Travel insurance
Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
Personal expenses such as souvenirs and tips
Optional activities not specified in the itinerary.