3-Day Private Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Merzouga

5.0(1)3 daysArabic, English, FrenchBook 12 hours aheadErrachidia, Morocco

From

$200

Discover the Sahara on a private 3-day journey from Errachidia to Merzouga, designed for travelers who want more than a simple transfer to the desert. Travel through the palm-filled Ziz Valley and historic Rissani before reaching the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.

Experience a sunset camel trek, spend two nights in the Merzouga area, watch sunrise over the dunes, visit Khamlia village and discover its Gnawa musical heritage, and enjoy time to explore the desert landscapes at a relaxed pace.

Because this is a private tour, the vehicle is reserved exclusively for your group and stops can be adapted when possible. With private air-conditioned transportation, direct pickup from Errachidia or Moulay Ali Cherif Airport, and an English-, French-, and Arabic-speaking driver, the experience combines desert scenery, local culture, and comfortable transportation in one complete Sahara journey.

Included

Local assistance during the trip
Camel trek in Erg Chebbi
Private air-conditioned transportation
Dinner
Sandboarding in dunes
Breakfast
2 Nights accommodation (desert camp / hotel)
Fuel and parking fees
Professional driver
Hotel / airport pickup and drop-off

Not included

Tips and gratuities

What you'll do

Stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Ziz Valley, known for its extensiv
e palm groves, oasis landscapes, and dramatic scenery. Enjoy time for photos before continuing toward Rissani.
20 minAdmission included
Rissani
Rissani, Morocco
Explore Rissani, a historic desert town and traditional trading center near Merzouga. Depending on the day, visit the local market area and discover the atmosphere of one of southeastern Morocco’s best-known oasis towns.
45 min
Arrive in Merzouga and take a short break before the desert experience
Enjoy traditional Moroccan tea, prepare for the camel trek, and meet the local team before entering the Erg Chebbi dunes.
15 min
Erg Chebbi
Erg Chebbi, Morocco
Ride a camel across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi as the light changes over the Sahara. Stop for sunset views and photos before continuing to the desert camp for dinner and your overnight stay.
1h 30m

Erg Chebbi
Erg Chebbi, Morocco
Wake early to watch the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy quiet time on the dunes for photographs before returning for breakfast.
45 min
Khamlia
Khamlia, Morocco
Visit Khamlia, a small village near Merzouga known for its Gnawa musical heritage. Meet local residents, learn about the community’s traditions, and enjoy a traditional Gnawa music performance when available.
1 hour
Merzouga
Merzouga, Morocco
Continue exploring the Merzouga desert area with time to enjoy the dunes, desert landscapes, and surrounding scenery. Depending on conditions and timing, stops can be made at viewpoints and quiet areas around Erg Chebbi.
2 hours
Return to the dunes in the late afternoon to enjoy the changing colors of the Sahara at sunset
Relax with Moroccan tea and take photographs as the sun sets over Erg Chebbi.
1 hour

After breakfast, leave Merzouga and begin the return journey to Errachidia throu
gh the desert landscapes of southeastern Morocco.
15 min
Rissani
Rissani, Morocco
Make a short stop in Rissani when timing allows, with an opportunity to browse local products such as dates, spices, and traditional goods before continuing toward the Ziz Valley.
30 min
Pause once more at the Ziz Valley for panoramic views of the palm-filled oasis a
nd surrounding mountains before completing the journey to Errachidia.
20 min
Errachidia
Errachidia, Morocco
Return to Errachidia for drop-off at your hotel, riad, Moulay Ali Cherif Airport, or another agreed location in the city.
1 hour

Meeting and pickup

6 locations

Pickup details

Your driver will contact you before departure to confirm the exact pickup time and location. Pickup is available from hotels, riads, Moulay Ali Cherif Airport, and agreed addresses in Errachidia. Please be ready at the confirmed pickup point before departure. At the end of the 3-day tour, you will be returned to Errachidia unless another arrangement has been confirmed in advance.