Private 3-Day Marrakech to Agadir Desert Tour
Cross the Sahara from Marrakech to Agadir via Merzouga
About this journey
Travel privately from Marrakech to Agadir on a three-day journey through the High Atlas Mountains and the Merzouga Sahara. Visit Ait Ben Haddou, explore the Dades Valley and Todra Gorge, ride a camel across the Erg Chebbi dunes and spend a night in a luxury desert camp before continuing through southern Morocco to Agadir.
- Travel privately from Marrakech to Agadir via the Sahara
- Cross the High Atlas Mountains and visit Ait Ben Haddou
- Explore the Dades Valley and walk through Todra Gorge
- Ride a camel across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset
- Sleep in a private luxury tent in the Merzouga Desert
- Cross the Draa region and Anti-Atlas landscapes
- Finish your private journey on Morocco’s Atlantic coast
A glimpse of the journey
About this tour in detail
Transform your journey from Marrakech to Agadir into a private three-day adventure across the High Atlas Mountains and the Moroccan Sahara. Instead of traveling directly between the two cities, discover historic kasbahs, dramatic valleys, desert communities and the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Begin by crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to Ait Ben Haddou, then continue through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses to the Dades Valley. Spend the first night at Riad Dar Rihana Dades.
On the second day, admire the Tinghir oasis and walk through the towering cliffs of Todra Gorge. Continue to Merzouga, where you will ride a camel across the Erg Chebbi dunes around sunset. Enjoy dinner, traditional music and an overnight stay in a private tent at Merzouga Luxury Camp.
After sunrise and an early breakfast, leave the Sahara for the long journey west to Agadir. Travel through Rissani, Alnif, Nkob, the Draa region, Tazenakht, Taliouine and Taroudant before reaching Morocco’s Atlantic coast.
Your private vehicle is reserved exclusively for your group, offering greater comfort and flexibility. However, this is an intensive three-day itinerary. The final journey from Merzouga to Agadir is approximately 650 kilometres and requires a very early departure, with limited sightseeing time on the last day.
Day 1 Marrakech → High Atlas → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades Valley
Begin with morning pickup from your Marrakech accommodation and travel across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Stop at panoramic viewpoints before reaching Ait Ben Haddou, where you can explore the historic fortified ksar. Continue through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses to the Dades Valley. Arrive at Riad Dar Rihana Dades for dinner and your first overnight stay.
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High Atlas Mountains
Travel through winding mountain roads, traditional villages and panoramic landscapes.
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Tizi nu2019Tichka Pass
Stop at selected viewpoints along the scenic route across the High Atlas.
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Ait Ben Haddou
Explore the historic earthen ksar known for its architecture and international film productions.
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Ouarzazate
Pass through Moroccou2019s gateway to the desert and its famous cinema region.
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Valley of Roses
Travel through a fertile valley known for rose cultivation and traditional settlements.
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Dades Valley
End the day among dramatic rock formations, kasbahs and cultivated fields.
- Accommodation Riad Dar Rihana Dades — private room
- Meals Dinner
- Transport Private air-conditioned 4×4 or minivan
Day 2 Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, travel through the Dades landscapes toward Tinghir. Stop at a viewpoint overlooking the palm oasis, then visit Todra Gorge for a short walk between its towering limestone walls. Continue across the changing landscapes of southern Morocco to Merzouga. Ride a camel through the Erg Chebbi dunes around sunset and arrive at Merzouga Luxury Camp for dinner, music and an overnight stay.
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Dades Valley
Begin the morning surrounded by rock formations, kasbahs and green agricultural fields.
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Tinghir Oasis
Admire panoramic views over palm groves, villages and old kasbahs.
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Todra Gorge
Walk between impressive cliffs shaped by the Todra River.
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Desert Towns
Travel through arid landscapes and communities on the road to Merzouga.
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Merzouga
Arrive at the gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes.
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Erg Chebbi
Ride a camel across the dunes and enjoy the colors of the Sahara around sunset.
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Merzouga Luxury Camp
Enjoy dinner, traditional music and a private luxury tent.
- Accommodation Merzouga Luxury Camp — private luxury tent
- Meals Breakfast and dinner
- Transport Private vehicle, followed by camel ride or 4×4 transfer
Day 3 Merzouga → Draa Region → Taliouine → Taroudant → Agadir
Wake early if you wish to watch sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes, then enjoy an early breakfast before leaving Merzouga. Begin the long journey west through Rissani, Alnif and Nkob toward the Draa region. Continue through the landscapes of Tazenakht and Taliouine before passing Taroudant and reaching Agadir. The tour ends with evening drop-off near your accommodation.
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Sahara Sunrise
Wake early for the optional experience of watching sunrise over Erg Chebbi.
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Rissani
Pass through a historic desert town known for its traditional market and local culture.
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Alnif
Travel through rocky desert landscapes in southeastern Morocco.
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Nkob
Pass an oasis town known for its palm groves and traditional kasbahs.
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Draa Region
Cross landscapes shaped by palm valleys, mountains and desert settlements.
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Taliouine
Pass through a region associated with Moroccou2019s saffron production.
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Taroudant
Continue past the historic walled city on the final route toward the Atlantic coast.
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Agadir
Arrive in the evening and receive drop-off near your accommodation.
- Accommodation Not included — end of tour in Agadir
- Meals Breakfast
- Transport Private air-conditioned 4×4 or minivan
Trace your journey
Good to know
- Meeting point Marrakech → Agadir
- Languages English, French, Spanish
This journey is 100% carbon neutral. We plant a tree for every traveller who explores Morocco with us.
What's included
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
- Pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech
- Drop-off at your accommodation in Agadir
- English- or French-speaking driver
- One night at Riad Dar Rihana Dades
- One night at Merzouga Luxury Camp
- Private room and private luxury desert tent
- Two breakfasts
- Two dinners
- Sunset camel ride in Erg Chebbi
- 4×4 camp transfer for travelers who prefer not to ride
- Sandboarding, subject to availability
- Luggage transportation to the camp
- Fuel and transportation expenses
- Flexible stops when time reasonably permits
Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Tips and personal expenses
- Local guide at Ait Ben Haddou
- Entrance fees where applicable
- Quad bikes and buggies
- Travel insurance
- Activities not mentioned in the inclusions
Good to know before you go
Important information
- This is a private one-way tour beginning in Marrakech and ending in Agadir.
- This itinerary includes long driving periods and is designed for travelers with limited time.
- Day 3 involves approximately 10–12 hours of driving before meal and comfort stops.
- Departure from Merzouga must be early on the final morning.
- Sightseeing time on Day 3 is limited to protect the Agadir arrival time.
- Arrival times are approximate and depend on traffic, weather, road conditions and stops.
- The camel ride can be replaced by a 4×4 camp transfer when requested in advance.
- The driver provides transport and general assistance; licensed local guides are included only when specifically stated.
What to bring
- Passport or valid identification
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat
- Warm clothes for the desert night
- Light clothing for warmer daytime conditions
- Personal medication
- Small backpack for the camp
- Fully charged phone or camera
- Reusable water bottle
- Snacks for the final journey
- Cash for lunches, drinks, tips and optional activities
Know before you go
- Suitcases and backpacks are accepted.
- Luggage is transported to the desert camp by 4×4 when required.
- Vegetarian meals can be arranged when requested in advance.
- Wi-Fi and mobile coverage may be limited in remote areas.
- Desert temperatures vary considerably between day and night.
- Quad bikes and buggies are optional and not included.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Child seats must be requested before departure.
- Travelers prone to motion sickness should bring suitable medication.
- The final arrival in Agadir may be late in the evening.
- Do not schedule a flight or fixed activity immediately after the expected arrival.
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