Erg Chebbi Tour from Marrakech: 4 Days of Dunes, Gorges & Kasbahs
Why Choose This 4 Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi
This Erg Chebbi tour from Marrakech takes four days, so you reach the high Sahara dunes without rushing. On the way, you also sleep in the Dades Valley and in Ouarzazate. As a result, you go out and come back by different roads.
To begin with, you cross the High Atlas and visit Telouet. Then you walk in the gorges and ride a camel into the dunes of Merzouga. Finally, you return through the Draa Valley and Ait Ben Haddou.
Throughout the trip, you also travel privately with your own driver-guide. However, if you have only three days, see our 3 day desert tour to Merzouga.
| Duration | 4 days / 3 nights |
|---|---|
| Start and end | Your hotel or riad in Marrakech |
| Route | Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Telouet – Skoura – Dades – Todra – Erfoud – Merzouga – N’Kob – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech |
| Nights | 1 in a guesthouse in the Dades Valley, 1 in a desert camp at Erg Chebbi, 1 in a riad in Ouarzazate |
| Meals | Breakfast, lunch and dinner included |
| Price | From 425 € to 495 € per person, depending on group size |
Highlights of the 4 Day Desert Tour to Erg Chebbi
- To begin with, cross the High Atlas and visit the Glaoui kasbah of Telouet.
- Then see Kasbah Amridil in Skoura and the Valley of Roses.
- Afterwards, walk in the Dades Valley and the Todra Gorge.
- Later, ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset.
- After that, follow the palm groves and kasbahs of the Draa Valley.
- Finally, visit the Atlas Film Studios and Ait Ben Haddou.
4 Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi: Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – Telouet – Skoura – Dades Valley
To begin with, your driver picks you up at your riad in Marrakech in the morning. Then you cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n’Tichka pass, at 2,260 metres. After that, you take a side road to Telouet and visit the kasbah of the Glaoui family.
Later, you reach the Skoura oasis and visit Kasbah Amridil, a restored earthen kasbah. Then you follow the Valley of Roses through Kalaat M’Gouna. Finally, you spend the night in a guesthouse in the Dades Valley.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga
Then, after breakfast, you take a short walk in the Dades Valley. Soon you drive to the Todra Gorge for an easy walk and lunch with a view.
Later, you pass the sand mounds of the old khettara water channels and visit a fossil workshop in Erfoud. In the late afternoon, you also ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Meanwhile, dinner is waiting at your desert camp.
Day 3: Merzouga – N’Kob – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate
If you wake early, climb a dune to watch the sunrise over Merzouga. Then you ride back by camel and have breakfast. After that, you cross the Saghro region and stop for lunch in N’Kob, a village of earthen kasbahs.
Later, you follow the palm groves of the Draa Valley. Then you cross the Tizi n’Tinififft pass. Finally, you spend the night in a riad in Ouarzazate.
Day 4: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Then, after breakfast, you see Kasbah Taourirt, once a home of the Glaoui family. After that, you visit the Atlas Film Studios, where you walk among old film sets.
Later, you explore Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finally, you cross the High Atlas and reach Marrakech in the early evening.
Expert tip from our driver-guides
Day 3 is the longest drive, so ask for an early start after sunrise. In addition, pack a warm layer, because Erg Chebbi nights are close to freezing from December to February. Finally, take only a small bag to the camp, while your suitcase stays in the vehicle.
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What Is Included
- Included
- Private air-conditioned van or 4x4, so you travel in comfort
- English-speaking driver-guide for the four days
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or riad in Marrakech
- One night in a guesthouse in the Dades Valley and one night in a riad in Ouarzazate
- One night in a desert camp at Erg Chebbi, in a private tent with bathroom and shower
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner, with vegetarian and vegan options
- Camel ride with a guide in Erg Chebbi, about two hours in total
- Free sandboarding if you wish
- Berber drumming and music at the camp
- Local guides and entrance fees
- Tea and coffee at the camp
- Not included
- Drinks
- Tips
- Personal extras, such as souvenirs
Good to Know Before You Book
- Pickup: we also collect you from your hotel or riad in Marrakech in the morning.
- Two routes: you go out by the gorges and come back by the Draa Valley, so you never see the same road twice.
- Long day: Day 3 takes about 8 hours, although your driver plans regular stops.
- Luggage: take a small bag to the camp, while large suitcases stay in the vehicle.
- Camp: you sleep in a private tent, which also has its own bathroom and shower.
- Best time: October to April is the most pleasant, because summer days are very hot.
- Booking terms: please read our terms and conditions before you confirm.
Price of the 4 Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi
Group size |
Price per person |
Total price |
|---|---|---|
2 travellers
|
495 €
|
990 €
|
3 travellers
|
475 €
|
1,425 €
|
4 travellers
|
455 €
|
1,820 €
|
5 travellers
|
435 €
|
2,175 €
|
6 travellers
|
425 €
|
2,550 €
|
Prices are per person in euros, because every tour is private. For 7 or more travellers, also ask us for a group quote.
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Marrakech → Telouet → Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga → Draa Valley → Ouarzazate → Marrakech
FAQ About the 4 Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi
What landmarks will we see on this desert tour?
In short, you see the Erg Chebbi dunes, the Todra Gorge, the Draa Valley and Ait Ben Haddou. In addition, you cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n’Tichka pass, at 2,260 metres.
How is the walk in the Todra Gorge?
In general, it is an easy walk along the river between high rock walls. So most people enjoy it without effort.
What can we visit in Ouarzazate?
In Ouarzazate, you also visit Kasbah Taourirt and the Atlas Film Studios. Besides, the town is the gateway to the desert and the Draa Valley.
How long is the camel ride on the 4 day desert tour to Erg Chebbi?
The camel ride takes about one hour each way, so about two hours in total. In the evening, you ride to the camp. Then you ride back after sunrise.
Can I charge my phone at the camp?
Yes. In most camps, you can charge your phone in the main tent. However, power may be switched off late at night, so a power bank is useful.
Can I bring my luggage?
Yes. Large suitcases stay safely in the vehicle while you sleep at the camp. So pack a small backpack with what you need for the night.
What should I bring on the 4 day desert tour from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi?
Above all, bring comfortable clothes for warm days and cool nights. Also pack sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and good shoes. See our guide on what to wear in the Sahara.
