3-Day Private Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech & Camel Ride
Description
This is not just a transfer to the desert; it is a fully private, immersive journey through Morocco’s most spectacular landscapes, designed for travelers who want comfort, flexibility, and authentic experiences. Travel from Marrakech to the heart of the Sahara and experience the magic of the dunes in the Merzouga Desert with your own private driver and flexible itinerary.
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Meeting point will be at one location to make it easy for everyone to meet.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Small bag/back-pack with belongings for bivouac overnight suggested as will be carried on the camel. All luggage can travel with you on tour, and bulk of luggage will be stored and secured at hotel bordering desert.
- Vehicle travel on day 3 back to Marrakech is 9-10 hours with stops
Reviews(291)
My young adult children and I made the best decision of our lives by planning a trip to Morocco this spring. Since it was our first time there, we decided to spend the first four days exploring Marrakech. We visited the city, experienced a Hammam at our beautiful Riad in the Medina, and wandered through the bustling souks. A friend suggested that a desert tour was essential for a complete Moroccan experience, and CamelSafaries was highly recommended. Although we only had time for a two-night, three-day desert tour, it was absolutely worth it! Ali from CAMEL SAFARIES help to plan the trip before our arrival, providing us with detailed descriptions of the two options we were considering and made the reservations incredibly easy. Our tour guide, Nordine, was an absolute delight. He shared fascinating insights into the culture, geology, and the various regions we drove through. The breathtaking scenery of the Atlas Mountains was a sight to behold, and we learned about the Berber culture, the history of the casbahs, and much more. Our final leg to the desert took us to Gapsi Riad, a charming hilltop accommodation with a beautiful veranda overlooking the mesmerizing monkey rocks. It was also the best breakfast we had on the entire trip! The weather was perfect for our camel rides to the dunes, where we witnessed a stunning sunset, a delicious dinner, and a spectacular sunrise. Nordine answered all our many questions about Morocco and gave us the freedom to make stops and ensure we made the most of our three days. We can’t wait to return for a longer stay and have already spoken to Nordine about suggestions for a multi-week itinerary with CamelSafaris next time. There’s so much more to explore!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are glad that you and your children enjoyed your first visit to Morocco and that your Sahara adventure became such a special part of your trip. We will be sure to share your kind words with Nordine, and we look forward to welcoming you back for an even longer Moroccan journey in the future! 🐪🇲🇦
The trip of a lifetime! My wife and I went on the private 3-day desert tour from Marrakesh out to the Erg Chebbi Sahara Desert sand dunes near Merzouga. Our guide Mustafa was excellent and took us to all the top sites along the route. Mustafa was highly knowledgeable and passionate about teaching us about Moroccan culture and history. We drove through several cities and towns along the way, and stopped to see the famous Kasbah Alt Ben Haddou, as well as the towering Todra Gorge. We went during the winter time in early January, and the jacket and extra layer helped us stay warm during cold spells in the Atlas Mountains and out in the desert at night. The accommodations were more than comfortable and staff were helpful in answering our questions. Remember to bring plenty of cash (Dirham) for meals and souvenirs, and don’t forget to tip your guide at the end. A trip to Morocco is never complete without a desert tour like this. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your incredible review! We’re truly delighted to hear that your 3-day desert tour was “the trip of a lifetime.” That’s exactly the kind of experience we aim to create for our guests. It’s wonderful to know that Mustafa made such a positive impact on your journey. His passion for sharing Moroccan culture and history is something we’re very proud of, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Your route through the Atlas Mountains, visiting the iconic Ait Ben Haddou and the stunning Todra Gorge, before reaching the breathtaking dunes of Erg Chebbi, is truly one of the most unforgettable experiences Morocco has to offer. We’re also glad you found the accommodations comfortable and appreciated the helpful staff along the way. Thank you as well for sharing useful tips for future travelers specially regarding winter travel and bringing cash. It was a pleasure organizing your adventure, and we’re so grateful for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Morocco for another unforgettable journey in the future!
We stayed four nights on the kasblan route and 2 nights in the desert.Absolutely recommended.Unbeatable value for money.Our wonderful guide Moha, the skilled driver, thank you both very much. We have recommended it to our friends. They booked it and came back very satisfied.
Muchísimas gracias por su excelente reseña! Nos alegra enormemente saber que disfrutaron de sus 4 noches en la ruta de las kasbahs y las 2 noches en el desierto, y que la experiencia haya sido totalmente recomendable para ustedes. Es un placer saber que quedaron satisfechos con la relación calidad-precio y, sobre todo, con la atención de nuestro equipo. Moha estará muy feliz de leer sus palabras, nos alegra que su amabilidad y profesionalismo, junto con la habilidad del conductor, hayan hecho su viaje aún más cómodo y seguro. Recorrer la ruta de las kasbahs y vivir la magia del Sahara Desert es una experiencia única, y nos encanta saber que la disfrutaron tanto. También agradecemos mucho que nos hayan recomendado a sus amistades y que ellos también hayan quedado satisfechos tras su viaje. Eso es la mejor recompensa para nosotros. Será un placer volver a recibirles en Marruecos en el futuro para otra gran aventura!
It was great experience with Moustaffa, Mohamed and Ali. They managed everything, it was an amazing tour. The transport was really safe and Moustaffa is a very good driver. All the guides are really experts, they told us a lot of interesting information. Great to have them on our side! Everything was very smooth and comfortable! Five stars! 😉👍🏼
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Mustaffa, Mohamed, and Ali. It means a lot to us that you felt well taken care of and that everything went smoothly from start to finish. We’re especially happy to know that you felt safe during the journey and appreciated Mustaffa’s driving, as well as the knowledge and professionalism of all our guides. Sharing Morocco’s culture, history, and landscapes in a meaningful way is exactly what we aim for. Thank you again for your trust, your kind words, and your five-star recommendation. We would be very happy to welcome you back for another amazing tour in Morocco in the future!
We opted for a private trip, in a comfortable vehicle, accompanied by Mohammed, our caring driver who took care of every detail. It was an exceptional experience: the magnificent landscapes of the High Atlas, the valleys with a thousand shades, the emblematic village of Aït Ben Haddou... to the gates of the Sahara in Merzouga. A real enchantment for the eyes, an adventure well worth a visit. The friendly, smiling and remarkably kind locals have added a precious human touch. And what about accommodation... of impeccable comfort and quality.
Un grand merci pour ce magnifique retour ! Nous sommes ravis d’apprendre que votre voyage privé vous a offert une expérience aussi exceptionnelle, entre confort, découverte et authenticité. C’est un vrai plaisir de savoir que vous avez apprécié les paysages spectaculaires du Haut Atlas, les vallées aux mille couleurs, ainsi que le village emblématique de Ait Ben Haddou, jusqu’à l’inoubliable porte du désert à Merzouga. Nous sommes également très heureux que Mohammed ait su rendre votre voyage encore plus agréable grâce à son attention, son professionnalisme et son souci du détail. Votre reconnaissance lui fera très plaisir. Merci aussi pour vos mots sur la gentillesse et l’accueil chaleureux des habitants ainsi que sur la qualité des hébergements. Nous attachons une grande importance à offrir confort et authenticité tout au long du séjour. Votre satisfaction est notre plus belle récompense. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour une autre aventure inoubliable au Maroc !
I can’t say enough about how good this trip was.. Camel Safari services exceeded our expectation in every aspect. Our driver Ibrahim was professional and our guide Mohammad was amazing. The hotel we stayed in the first night was more of a castle and came as a nice surprise.. the camel ride was not very long but long enough to get the experience and the camping was in reality glamping.. overall, I highly recommend canal safari for any activity if you are planning to visit Morocco.
The Moroccan 3-day desert tour was amazing! Our guide Ali was excellent, he made us feel super comfortable and was a great driver. Highly recommend.
We had an amazing trip with our tour guide Ali! He showed us so much more to see and experience than I was expecting, and the camel ride and stay in the desert was surreal. We stayed in the private room and definitely found the personal bathroom/shower worth it.
We had an amazing time in the desert. The tour was full of surprise, with lots of diferents experience. it was fun. the guide khalid was amazing full of knowledge and happy to share culture and way of life of his country. we felts safe at all time and we had a wonderful time
The tour is what truly made our vacation unique; magnificent places away from the classic tourist stops allowed us to immerse ourselves in Moroccan culture Hotel and desert bivouac were first rate And finally... Khalid, our tour leader, was unique
