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Starting off from Skoura, this 4-day tour will launch you into the desert of Merzouga to have the best night in a comfortable and well-equipped camp. In the seats of 4x4 or on the back of a camel, you will have the opportunity to explore and be in a close encounter with the incredibly diverse landscape of the Morocco south region including stunning gorges, mountain passes, plenteous valleys, fortified villages, immense dunes and so many other spots to see. This is a chance to connect with the unparalleled serenity of the Moroccan desert which hosts some nomads desert people animation. Are you in for Adventure?
4 days / 3 nights
From Ouarzazate
Private
Any time
Have a peaceful night in a desert camp beneath the stars – Stroll in the Oasis of Skoura – Explore Kelaat Mgouna and the valley of roses – Amble around Dades and Todgha gorges and have lunch – Walk Along the river and see Zagora city – Discover Tafilalet valley – ride camels through Chebbi dunes to your camp – Catch sunset and sunrise from the tip of a dune – Check out the Koranic and pottery workshops of Tamegroute – Uncover Tamnougalt Kasbahs – Visit Erfoud village and million years fossils.
Have some time strolling Ouarzazate city centre along with a visit of Kasbah Taourirte. Afterwards, hit the road via the valley of roses to see Dades Gorges where you will have a break lunch beside the river. Then, carry on towards impressive high Todgha Gorges, the best spot for a walk, feast on locally made dinner and an overnight in a hotel within the gorges or in Tinghir province.
Seize the morning for yet another walk between the gorges, then set off on your adventure to Merzouga after lunch at leisure on the way. Break the journey in Erfoud and Rissani then resume until you land up at Merzouga. Meet your cameleer and jump on your camel for a ride while gazing at the charming sunset behind the dunes, then reach the camp and you will be welcomed with a traditional mint tea. Tuck away a delicious local dinner around a campfire before you go dance with nomads to the live songs. Have a good night in your tent within the dunes of Erg Chebbi
Today, on your 4x4, travel across the immense rocky desert to Alnif. Enjoy a break and lunch at leisure before continuing to the Boughafer mountain range down to the Oasis of Zagora. Have some free time visiting the city at your own pace. The region is the birthplace of the Saadian dynasty which ruled the country along with Timbuktu during the 16th century. Savour dinner and have a night in a hotel.
Wake up to a drive onboard 4x4 to see and explore some of the highlights of the city of Tamegroute: Green pottery workshops and craftsmen along with a visit of the Koranic library). Afterwards, you get back via the old caravan route to check out Kasbah of Tamnougalt nearby Agdz. Enjoy lunch in the Kasbah accompanied with a visit. After that, return through the Tizi-n-Tinfifite pass to Ouarzazate.
Air-conditioned vehicle with a driver (gas included)
2 nights in a charming Hotel or Riad
1 night in desert camp
camel ride
Stay and tourism promotion taxes
Half-board from dinner the 1st day to breakfast on the 4th day
our support and assistance
Lunches
Drinks
Tips
The price is based on 4 or more travellers
Departure is guaranteed starting from 2 people
Your booking must be made and confirmed at least 2 weeks in advance
While you are making the booking, we request that you pay a 30% deposit of the total payment either by credit card, PayPal or a bank transfer. The remaining balance is to be paid on site only in cash. If you prefer to pay the total amount by credit card, PayPal or a bank transfer, you have to do so one month before your arrival in Morocco.
Preferably, you bring a bag that can carry 20kg maximum and a backpack for your personal items for easy access for the day.
Once you book your tour, one of our agents will arrange and communicate the time and meeting point. We will either meet you at the airport after you arrive, or we will pick you up from your accommodation on the departure day of your tour.
Departures are guaranteed starting from 2 travelers. It is simple and easy to book, you contact us by filling out the request form of the quote, then within 24 hours, we will send you a detailed quote along with steps to follow to make the reservation.
We advise you to bring light and soft (cotton) clothes, plus a short jacket, raincoat (During spring season) as well as a comfortable pair of sneakers.
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