5 Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert

The total distance is approximately 560 km (8-9 hours driving). Our 5-day tour splits this over 2 comfortable days with scenic stops at Ait Ben Haddou, Dades Gorges, and Todra Gorges, so you never feel rushed.

The price includes private A/C transport, airport transfers, licensed guide, accommodation in riads and desert camp, daily breakfast and dinner, camel trek, UNESCO site visits, and bottled water. Lunches and international flights are not included.

Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are ideal, comfortable temperatures for hiking and desert activities. Summer exceeds 40°C in the Sahara. Winter days are beautiful but desert nights get very cold.

Absolutely, this is one of our most popular family tours. Children love the camel trekking, the desert camp, and visiting Ait Ben Haddou. We provide child-friendly vehicles and flexible pacing to keep everyone comfortable.

Yes! We specialize in tailor-made Morocco tours. We can add quad biking, sandboarding, extra nights in the desert, cooking classes, or adjust any part of the route. Just message us on WhatsApp and we'll build the perfect itinerary for you.

We pick you up directly from your hotel or riad in Marrakech between 7:00am and 8:00am on Day 1. No need to find a meeting point, your driver comes to you.

The tour starts from $450 per person for a private group. The final price depends on your group size and accommodation preferences. Contact us on WhatsApp for a personalised quote, we typically respond within 1 hour.

Pack light clothes for the day and warm layers for desert nights, temperatures drop significantly after sunset. Also bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a scarf for the wind, and a power bank. We provide a traditional Berber robe for the camel trek.

You stay in 3-star riads on nights 1, 2 and 4 -  traditional Moroccan guesthouses with authentic decor. On night 3, you sleep in a luxury desert camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes with a proper bed, dinner, breakfast and campfire included. Upgrades to 4-star or 5-star available on request.

The desert camp has full electricity, a private bathroom with shower, and toilet facilities. Blankets are provided and are comfortable for all seasons, no sleeping bag needed. Just bring your phone charger and enjoy the experience!

No payment is required to make an enquiry. We confirm availability and customise your itinerary first. Payment is arranged directly with no third-party booking fees. We offer free cancellation so you can book with confidence.

Your guide speaks English, French, Spanish, Italian and Arabic & Tamazight (berber) fluently. We can accommodate most nationalities with no language barriers throughout the entire 5-day tour.

Yes, the camel trek is gentle and beginner-friendly, suitable for all ages including children and seniors. No experience needed. The camels are calm and well-trained, and your guide accompanies you throughout. The trek lasts approximately 1 to 1.5 hours each way.