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Embark upon the journey from Ouarzazate which is the city intersection linking between southern routes, and because of the film industry, the city has actually seen some development. From this point, you will travel across oases, gorges, and the valley before reaching Erfoud, and then down to Merzouga. Surely you will be charmed by the beautiful scenery of the desert rural plains before even covering the ground of Zagora, a desert city in southern Morocco, then end the tour with a drive back to Ouarzazate. This itinerary of 5 days and 4 nights is the perfect opportunity to unveil the true beauty of the amazing south of Morocco.
5 days / 4 nights
From Ouarzazate
Private
Any time
Uncover the gorgeous oasis of Skoura and the valley of roses – Stroll in Dades valley and Todgha gorges – Get to see the valley of Tafilalet – Ride a camel in the dunes Chebbi in Merzouga – spend the night in a desert camp – Visit the city of Zagora – Explore Daraa valley – Check out pottery of the once spiritual centre Tamegroute – Amble in M`hamid village and the dunes of Chegaga – Enjoy breakfast in the heart of the desert – Drop around to see Foum Zguid desert
Today, you will have some time to stroll in the city centre along with a visit of Kasbah Taourirte. Afterwards, hit the road towards the beautiful Dades gorges crossing the valley of roses. Break the drive with a lunch beneath the gorges before strolling around the riverbed. In the afternoon, carry on to the impressive high Todgha Gorges, the best spot for a walk, have the rest of the day at leisure, feast on locally made dinner and an overnight in a hotel within the gorges or in Tinghir province.
Hop in your 4x4 and set off for a morning venture to Merzouga through the pass of Tafilalet valley before stopping for lunch in Erfoud then end the day in the dunes of Merzouga. Enjoy a camel ride for 1h30 to the summit of the dunes of Erg Chebbi, then tuck in a local dinner and relax for the night in a desert camp.
After enjoying breakfast, get back in the 4x4 and resume to Zagora via the Daraa Valley, Tazzarine, stop for a break and lunch in Nkob until you make it to Zagora in the afternoon with enough time to visit this desert city, have a delightful dinner and overnight in a hotel.
Wake up with a nice breakfast, and then onboard a 4x4, you set off to visit some pottery workshops and the Koranic library in Tamegroute. Afterwards, carry on to M`hamid, where you jump on your camel for a ride before you are down for lunch in an authentic hotel. In the afternoon, depart for Chegag dunes and travel for around 60km within the dunes. Enjoy an overnight and dinner in a desert camp.
In the middle of the desert, you will savour a breakfast before you hit the road in 4x4 through desert dunes. Break with lunch in a village after the desert of Foum Zguid. Carry on through Taznakht to Ouarzazate in the late afternoon.
Air-conditioned vehicle with a driver (gas included)
2 nights in a charming hotel or Riad
2 nights in desert camp in Merzouga
Ride a camel
Stay and tourism promotion taxes
half-board from dinner the 1st day to breakfast on the 5th 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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