OVERVIEW OF 2 DAYS TOUR FROM OUARZAZATE TO MERZOUGA

The 2-Day Tour from Ouarzazate to Merzouga Sahara is an ideal choice for travelers who wish to experience the majesty of the Moroccan desert within a limited timeframe. Despite its short duration, this carefully designed journey offers an immersive encounter with southern Morocco’s diverse landscapes, cultural traditions, and architectural heritage.

Your adventure begins with a visit to the beautifully restored Kasbah Amredhil in the lush Skoura Oasis, where centuries-old mud-brick architecture stands proudly amid extensive palm groves. The small museum inside the kasbah provides insight into traditional Berber life and craftsmanship. Along the route, you will travel through the picturesque Ounila and Rose Valleys, stopping at local women’s cooperatives that transform fragrant Damascene roses into natural cosmetic products.

As the journey unfolds, you will discover the fertile Dades Valley and the dramatic Todgha (Toudgha) Gorges, where towering canyon walls frame crystal-clear waters. Upon reaching the vast dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, you will embark on an unforgettable camel trek across golden sands. Dressed in traditional nomadic turbans, you will ascend the dunes to witness a spectacular Saharan sunset.

The evening is spent in a private nomadic tent within a desert camp nestled among the dunes. Under a sky ablaze with stars, you will enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner followed by live Berber music around a campfire.

The return journey leads you through the magnificent Draa Valley, home to thousands of palm trees and ancient kasbahs, including Tamnougalt. Crossing the rugged Anti-Atlas Mountains, you will finally arrive back in Ouarzazate, completing an intense yet unforgettable desert escape.

 HIGHLIGHTS OF 2 DAYS TOUR FROM OUARZAZATE TO MERZOUGA

• Exploring the lush Skoura Oasis and the fortified Kasbah Amredhil
• Visiting women’s cooperatives producing cosmetic products from Damascene roses
• Discovering traditional Berber villages and authentic rural life
• Camel trekking across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi
• Photographing your group dressed in traditional nomadic turbans
• Witnessing breathtaking sunset and sunrise over the Sahara
• Dining beneath a magnificent canopy of stars accompanied by Berber music
• Overnight stay in a private and comfortable nomadic tent in the heart of the desert
• Scenic drive through the Draa Valley, rich in palm groves and historic kasbahs

ITINERARY FOR: 2 DAYS TOUR FROM OUARZAZATE TO MERZOUGA

DAY 1: OUARZAZATE – MERZOUGA DESERT

After breakfast, your 2-Day Tour from Ouarzazate to Merzouga Sahara begins with a private pick-up in a comfortable, air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle.

Your first stop is the verdant Skoura Oasis, where endless rows of palm trees surround historic kasbahs. Here, you will explore the magnificent Kasbah Amredhil, a carefully restored fortress that reflects the architectural traditions of southern Morocco.

Continuing along the legendary Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, you will pass through the fragrant Valley of Roses. In Kelâa M’gouna, you may visit local cooperatives to learn about the production of rose-based cosmetics, oils, and natural beauty products crafted from locally cultivated Damascene roses.

After lunch, the journey proceeds into the scenic Dades Valley, characterized by cultivated gardens, almond trees, and striking rock formations. Shortly afterward, you will explore the dramatic Todgha Gorges, where sheer limestone cliffs rise dramatically above a narrow riverbed. A short walk along the river allows you to fully appreciate this impressive natural setting.

Traveling further east, you will pass through traditional Berber villages before reaching Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops. Here, you may pause for tea and briefly explore fossil exhibits showcasing the region’s prehistoric past.

By late afternoon, you will arrive at the majestic dunes of Erg Chebbi. From this point, an approximately one-hour camel trek will carry you into the heart of the Sahara. As you ascend one of the highest dunes—reaching approximately 250 meters—you will witness the extraordinary spectacle of the desert sunset.

Upon arrival at the camp, you will be welcomed with traditional mint tea before settling into your private tent. As night falls, enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner served beneath a sky glittering with countless stars. The evening continues with traditional Berber music around the campfire, creating a magical desert atmosphere before retiring to your comfortable nomadic tent.

DAY 2: ERG CHEBBI DUNES – OUARZAZATE

At dawn, you will embark on a second camel ride to the summit of the dunes to witness the sunrise. As the first light touches the desert, the sand transforms into luminous shades of gold and amber—an unforgettable moment of serenity.

After returning to camp for breakfast, you will begin your return journey toward Ouarzazate. The route leads through Rissani, once a major trans-Saharan trading center and ancestral homeland of Morocco’s ruling dynasty. If time permits, you may briefly explore its traditional market.

The journey continues through Alnif and Tazzarine—famed for its cinematic landscapes—and onward to N’Qob, a village renowned for its kasbah architecture. After a lunch stop, you will travel through the magnificent Draa Valley, the longest valley in Morocco, lined with vast palm groves and ancient fortified settlements.

Following the historic Road of the Caravans, you will stop in Agdez for a refreshing coffee or tea break. Finally, you will cross the Anti-Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tinfifite pass, enjoying panoramic views before descending toward Ouarzazate.

Arrival in Ouarzazate marks the conclusion of your remarkable 2-Day Desert Tour from Ouarzazate to Merzouga—an experience rich in landscapes, culture, and unforgettable Saharan memories.