Three days from Marrakech to the golden dunes of Merzouga and back, across the High Atlas and the valley of the kasbahs.
Sahara Golden Horizons is our three-day journey from Marrakech to the Sahara and back. In a short time you cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka pass, explore the UNESCO-listed ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, follow the valley of a thousand kasbahs and walk between the towering walls of the Todra Gorge.
The highlight is Merzouga: a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes as the sun sets, dinner and music in a desert camp, and sunrise over the sand before the return to Marrakech.
Route: Marrakech, Tizi n'Tichka, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Todra Gorge, Merzouga
Departure from Marrakech in the morning towards the High Atlas. The road climbs through Berber villages to the Tizi n'Tichka pass at around 2,260 metres. Descend to Ait Ben Haddou and explore the ksar on foot, then continue past Ouarzazate and through the oasis of Skoura and the rose valley of Kelaat M'Gouna to the Dades Valley.
Morning drive to Tinghir and a walk through the narrowest part of the Todra Gorge. Continue through Tinejdad and Erfoud to Merzouga. In the late afternoon, ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes to reach camp as the sun goes down. Dinner, music around the fire and a night under the stars.
Wake early to watch the sunrise from the dunes, then return by camel for breakfast. Begin the long drive back to Marrakech via the Draa region and Ouarzazate, with stops along the way, arriving in the evening.
Distances and driving times are approximate and depend on road conditions and stops. Every route can be adapted.
Small-group tours use comfortable hotels, guesthouses and desert camps on the route. Room types (shared or private) and the exact properties are confirmed when you enquire.
Yes, it is the shortest comfortable option. The last day is long, so if you have more time our 4-day or 5-day routes give a gentler pace.
Yes, the route can be arranged to finish in Fes on day 3. Ask us when you enquire.
Yes. The same itinerary can be arranged as a private journey on the dates you choose.
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