Morocco Kasbahs, Gorges & Desert Camping

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Morocco Kasbahs, Gorges & Desert Camping
Morocco Kasbahs, Gorges & Desert Camping

Visit the Merzouga Dunes, Dadès, and Draa Valley on this 3-day tour of authentic life in southern Morocco. Contemplate the infinite spaces of the Sahara Desert and the spectacular heights of the High Atlas Mountains.

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech To Dades Valley Via The route of thousands Kasbahs

After an early departure, cross the High Atlas Mountains and reach the 2260m-high Tizi n'Tichka pass. Then continue on to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many films have been shot there including The Mummy, Gladiator, 7 Days in Tibet, Alexander the Great, and Babel.

Then continue towards Ouarzazate through the implacable hamada followed by a visit to Kasbah of Taourirt and the film studios. The journey then continues along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs to the Dadès Valley. Along this road we will pass through the fascinating town of Skoura as well as Kalaat M'Gouna, which is known for its roses. After arriving in Boumalne Dadès, there will be dinner and an overnight stay.

Distance: 300 km

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Day 2: Dades Valley To Sahara Desert Camp

Morning departure to Merzouga dunes. After Tinghir, visit the groves and then foray into the Todra Gorge. The limestone cliffs seem like an opening carved through the Todra Assif, which has spectacular peaks diving to the bed of the river.

The peaks rise up to 300m above the Todra which meanders from its source in the High Atlas mountains. Walk freely through the gorges and palm groves. After lunch, we will continue to the palm groves of Tinjedad, Touroug and Erfoud.

The tour will then continue to Merzouga where you will enjoy a camel ride through the fascinating dunes of Erg Chebbi, from which you can observe the sunset. Sand dunes are moving sculptures in the form of draperies whose colors vary according to the intensity of the light.

The night is spent in deluxe desert camp with evening meal and breakfast

Distance: 250 km

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Day 3: Desert camp To Marrakech

After breakfast, depart towards the Draa Valley through Rissani and Nqob. Cross the most mysterious desert landscapes, dotted with oases, before continuing to Ouarzazate along the Draa valley. The incredible scenery is bordered with palm groves and extends over a length of 200 km with fortified Ksour. The river continues in a thin stream of water and provides a strange green color in the middle pre-Sahara.

After lunch, return to Marrakech.

Distance: 550 km

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Included :

  • Pick up and drop-off at your accommodation
  • Camel ride in Merzouga
  • Driver Guide
  • Accommodation in half board at a Hotel or Bivouac
  • Transportation in Minibus. 6 participants in private car

Not Included :

  • Drinks
  • Meals
  • Single supplement: 20 Euros
  • Gratuities 

Price based on twin occupancy . 

Start : we will collect you from your acommodation at 8:00am ( provide us please of your acommodation information ) 

End : you will be dropped back at your own accomodations . 

note : please make sure to be in marrakech one day prior 


Discover the real Morocco on this 3-day group tour

Experience the beauty of the dunes stretching out into infinity

Follow the path of the dromedary desert caravan

enjoy a night in desert camp with berber ambiance

Explore the great valleys of southern Morocco: Dadès, Draa, and the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas Mountains 

He is experienced and knows the roads (and desert terrain) exceptionally well. He is your travel companion and route guide. Please feel free to ask him to stop whenever you need to and don’t be afraid to ask him questions – after all, you’ll be spending a few hours in the car together and this is a great opportunity to exchange cultural insights (from both sides). He does know the best places for comfort breaks, snacks, views and photos. 

Travel insurance details;
Our phone numbers per our Contact Page;
Tissues, wet-wipes, small towel;
Blankets & sheets are provided at desert camp and blankets on trek, but if you do have a preference to use a 2 or 2-3 season sleeping bag please feel free to bring it (December – February in particular);
A small, sealable plastic bag to protect phones and camera from desert dust;
Sun protection (cream, hat, sunglasses, scarf for the neck);
Trekking sandals (with socks) or trainers for the desert – we advise against walking boots;
Canvas walking shoes or canvas boots for the mountains (for the foothills, even trainers) – we advise against heavy leather walking boots;
A fleece or jacket for the desert evenings – bear in mind with the heat of the sun in the daytime, it will feel cold at night by comparison (December – February particularly so) – however, a campfire is always lit;
Comfortable, loose clothing in the day, especially for the driving days in the car – pack clothing that you can layer easily and don’t mind getting a bit dusty (unless you plan to visit very upmarket restaurants/hotel bars you won’t need to dress formally in the cities); 

if you would like to go to fes in the last day of the trip , 

for taxi : 130dh per person ( 6 participants in the car ) 

You can expect to find wifi at the guest houses we use on the tours.

There is no wifi service in the Sahara desert. If you have an urgent need to stay connected you should buy a SIM card from network operator Orange. You should be able to find an Orange outlet in the Marrakech medina on Boulevard Mohamed V, or near the Place Ferblantiers. Alternatively at the Almazar shopping centre which is out of town. 

Your head guide is Rachid

All trips on Skyhook are run by small, hand-picked local guiding companies. For this trip you'll be led by Rachid and the guiding team based in Fes.

By booking through Skyhook you'll be joining a small-group trip. This can make it nice and sociable (you'll be added to a group chat after booking), and guarantees great value for money!

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