3-Days Sahara Trip to Merzouga
Overview
Excursion details:
Destination: 575 km from Marrakech (10h36 drive)
- Duration of the excursion: Three days (7:00 a.m. to 7.30 p.m. (+2 days).)
- Transport: Air Conditioned Vehicle with English-French-speaking driver
- Excursion Options: Shared Economic Trip, Private Economic Trip, VIP Private Trip
- The Launch point: Ola Energy, J2F5+7QH, Rue Moulay Ismail, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
- The Meeting Point: Please be advised that simultaneously from your hotel is scheduled to begin at 7:00 AM. If you are within a 3 KM radius of the Marrakech city centre, our team will pick you up and transport you to the meeting point in Medina. However, you have two options if your hotel is located outside this designated area. You can meet us directly in Medina or arrange a pickup for an additional fee based on the distance of your hotel. We appreciate your cooperation and thank you for choosing our services.
- Safety first: From Marrakech to Merzouga, it is very rugged and mountainous, so be careful and follow the instructions of your local guides and driver.
You can sit in the Villages and enjoy the simple life of the Berbers instead of long hikes if you suffer from problems related to bone, joint or back pain.
Please inform us if you suffer from serious and chronic diseases such as heart and respiratory diseases or if you are pregnant.
Please also let us know if you have allergies or special dietary preferences.
Avoid wandering far from camp at night to avoid getting lost.
The company does not bear any responsibility for the loss of any of your belongings.
Please check the weather conditions in the area before booking, and dress appropriately for the weather.
Description:
As you explore the vast Sahara of Morocco, you will discover a region renowned for its diverse range of desert bird species. This area is considered to be the best place for spotting a variety of avian species, including the elusive desert sparrow, the beautiful Egyptian nightjar, the melodious desert warbler, the charming fulvous babbler, and the vibrant Blue-cheeked bee-eater. It is a true delight to see these birds in their natural habitat, and you will surely be amazed by their unique colours, sounds, and behaviours.
In the spring, nature puts on a spectacular show as a shallow lake appears northwest of Merzouga. This is a haven for flocks of flamingos and other water birds, and it is a sight that you will never forget. The lake is a magnificent natural wonder alive with these beautiful creatures’ vibrant colours. It is a truly magical experience that you should not miss if you are visiting Morocco.
Included/Exclude
- Private transportation
- Accomodation
- Break-fast and Diner
- Lunch
Tour Plan
The Tizi-n-Tichka road, the second-highest summit after Toubkal (2260 m altitude), offered a scenic spectacle displaying the stunning High Atlas Mountains. The Ait Benhaddou Ksar, an ancient Moroccan palace, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 and a renowned filming location for several well-known movies, such as Gladiator, The Mummy, Prince of Persia, and Game of Thrones.
After visiting the Kasbahs, we continued our journey towards Ouarzazate, the door of the desert or the Hollywood of Africa. A 20-minute drive leads us to Ouarzazate, where we had lunch and visited some popular destinations, including the Kasbah Taourirt and the cinema museum.
Ouarzazate, a charming city, is a world-class film studio that has earned its reputation. However, the highlight of our trip was yet to come as we made our way towards the desert. The Valley of Roses was our next stop. In this area, the inhabitants earn their livelihood by cultivating roses and extracting oils, perfumes, and various cosmetics using traditional natural methods that comply with safety standards and yield better results than their manufactured counterparts.
We paused our journey to observe the rocks resembling the toes of monkeys or the fingers of huge gorillas and continued towards our hotel, approximately 26 kilometres away. We concluded our day with dinner and spent our first night at Hotel Dades.
Our itinerary for today involves visiting the city of Tinghir, the Todra fjords, and the districts. We will commence our visit with an appointment with the local guide of this region. A guided visit to Tinghir Oasis is scheduled for approximately 90 minutes. We will then proceed to the Todra Gorges. Our lunch will be enjoyed at the same village, after which we will proceed to Merzouga, passing through tin-jdad, Erfoud, and Rissani.
Merzouga offers an opportunity to experience the beauty it has to offer. We will embark on a 45-minute-long camel ride to witness the sunset and enter the Sahara. Subsequently, we will spend another 45 minutes witnessing the sunrise and exiting the Sahara the next morning.
We will spend our second night in the Sahara beneath the stars and Berber tents. Entertainment will be provided through fire camp and folkloric dances.
After sunrise, we'll make our way back to Marrakech, taking a different route this time, and although the path may vary, our sense of adventure remains unchanged. As we traverse the rugged terrain, we'll witness the diverse landscapes of Morocco, from the barren deserts to the lush valleys and everything in between.
As the day ends, we'll be tired but content, cherishing the memories of our journey and the joy of experiencing something new. With the sun setting in the distance, we'll rest and reflect on the wondrous sights we've seen, ready to return to Marrakech rejuvenated and fulfilled.
