Essaouira to Merzouga, Morocco

5 Days Sahara Adventure Tour from Essaouira


About the Tour

Embark on a thrilling 5-day Sahara Adventure Tour from Essaouira and discover the diverse landscapes of Morocco. From the charming coastal town of Essaouira, you will travel through the Atlas Mountains, explore desert oases, ancient kasbahs, and finally, experience the grandeur of the Sahara Desert. Enjoy camel trekking, starry nights in the desert, and the timeless beauty of Morocco’s southern region.

Included and Excluded
  • Pick-up and drop-off from Essaouira
  • Comfortable 4x4 vehicle with a driver/guide
  • Camel ride in Merzouga Desert
  • 2 nights in desert camps
  • 2 nights in hotels (Dades Valley and Ouarzazate)
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
  • Visit to Ait Benhaddou, Dades Valley, Todra Gorge, and more
  • English-speaking driver/guide
Excluded
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Travel insurance

Itinerary

Morning: Begin your journey with a pick-up from your hotel in Essaouira and travel towards the Atlas Mountains, passing through traditional Berber villages.

Mid-Morning: Visit the famous Ait Benhaddou kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and an iconic location for many film productions.

Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch in Ait Benhaddou or a nearby town.

Afternoon: Continue your drive through the Valley of Roses to reach the Dades Valley, where you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking mountain landscapes and rock formations.

Evening: Arrive at your hotel in Dades Valley, enjoy dinner, and relax for the night.

Morning: After breakfast, visit the Todra Gorge, a stunning canyon with dramatic rock formations. Take time to explore and snap some photos.

Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the Todra Gorge area.

Afternoon: Continue towards the Merzouga Desert. Upon arrival, you will meet your camels and embark on a camel trek into the Sahara.

Evening: Watch the mesmerizing sunset over the golden dunes, then arrive at your desert camp. Enjoy a traditional Berber dinner and spend the night under the stars in the heart of the Sahara.

Morning: Begin the day with an unforgettable sunrise over the dunes. Afterward, enjoy a hearty breakfast in the desert camp.

Midday: Take a walking tour of the nearby Berber villages, learning about the desert lifestyle and nomadic traditions.

Lunch: Have lunch either at your camp or in a traditional Berber home.

Afternoon: Spend the day relaxing or participate in optional activities such as sandboarding, quad biking, or exploring the vast desert landscape.

Evening: Watch the sunset, followed by a delicious Berber dinner and stargazing under the Sahara’s crystal-clear skies.

Morning: After breakfast, take a final camel ride through the desert and enjoy the peaceful desert atmosphere one last time.

Lunch: Stop for lunch in a traditional town or restaurant along the way to Ouarzazate.

Afternoon: Arrive in Ouarzazate, the "Hollywood of Morocco," known for its famous film studios and kasbahs. Visit the Kasbah Taourirt and explore the town’s cinematic history.

Evening: Spend the night in a hotel in Ouarzazate, enjoying dinner and some relaxation.

Morning: Begin the drive back to Essaouira, crossing the scenic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains.

Lunch: Stop for lunch in one of the villages along the way.

Afternoon: Continue the drive through the beautiful landscapes, taking time to relax and enjoy the scenery.

Evening: Arrive back in Essaouira by evening, marking the end of your unforgettable 5-day Sahara Adventure Tour.

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