3 Days Desert Tour from Errachidia to Merzouga

Excellent

Duration

3 Days

Group Size

20 People

Language

English

Location

Errachidia

- Overview :

This 3 Day Tour from Errachidia to Merzouga is a specialized desert excursion. The itinerary features an overnight stay in a Merzouga hotel, a full-day 4×4 desert exploration, camel riding, and a dedicated desert camping experience. Guests will engage with nomadic families, visit the traditional market in Rissani, explore a fossil workshop in Erfoud, and return via the scenic Ziz River Valley, concluding the adventure with a transfer to the Errachidia airport or a local hotel.

- Top Highlights :

Overnight hotel accommodation in Merzouga.
Structured 4×4 desert exploration.
Camel riding through the Sahara Desert.
Desert camping experience for optimal stargazing.
Cultural engagement with nomadic families to learn about their lifestyle.
Visit to the market in Rissani.
Exploration of a fossil workshop in Erfoud.
Scenic drive and panoramic viewing stop in the Ziz River Valley.
Conclusion of the tour with a convenient drop-off at the Errachidia airport or local hotel.

- Included :

Easy transfer from/to your Fes hotel or airport.
Comfortable transport in a private 4x4 or modern air-conditioned minibus.
Fuel and vehicle/driver-related expenses.
1 unforgettable night in a luxury Sahara camp (Merzouga).
1 night in a comfortable hotel in the Dades Valley.
Camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Breakfasts and dinners as mentioned in the itinerary.
Experienced, multilingual, and friendly driver/guide.

- Excluded :

- Itinerary : 3 Days Desert Tour from Errachidia to Merzouga

Day 1: Arrival in Errachidia – Merzouga

The tour commences with the scheduled collection of guests from the Errachidia airport, followed by a southward journey toward the Sahara Desert region of Merzouga. The evening includes a complete dinner service, and the night will be spent at a desert camp, offering an immersive introduction to the desert atmosphere.

Day 2: 4×4 Desert Exploration – Camel Trekking – Overnight in Desert Camp

The second day begins with breakfast at the desert camp, followed by a camel ride back to Merzouga village. Subsequently, guests will embark on a day of comprehensive exploration of the Merzouga desert, utilizing a 4×4 vehicle to navigate the terrain. This segment includes a cultural visit with a nomadic family near the border region of Morocco and Algeria. The tour will then proceed to the village of dark-skinned inhabitants, originally from Sudan, where guests will have the opportunity to listen to Gnawa music and observe their unique way of life. In the evening, the group returns to Merzouga to meet the experienced camel guide for a half-hour ride through the captivating Merzouga dunes. Dinner and the overnight stay will take place in a desert camp beneath the clear night sky.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Errachidia Airport

Following breakfast at the desert camp, guests will conclude the camel ride back to Merzouga village. The drive then proceeds to Rissani, the historical foundation of the current ruling family. Rissani remains an important commercial hub, featuring a large market that is notably active on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Subsequently, a visit is scheduled for a workshop in Erfoud specializing in the crafting of items from fossilized marble. The route then continues along the Ziz River, with a stop dedicated to enjoying a panoramic view of the valley. The excursion concludes with the return drive to Errachidia for the final drop-off at the airport or the guest’s designated hotel.