Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley
We head southeast of Morocco, crossing the Tichka Pass (2265m) with several stops for photos, tea, and a restroom break. Afterward, we descend towards the Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou (a Ksar means several Kasbahs), a caravan route passage from the south and Mali. This Ksar was also used for filming several national and international movies. We then continue towards Ouarzazate and the Dades Valley.
- Overnight in bivouac
- 8 hours of driving
Day 2: Dades - Arfoud - Merzouga
After breakfast at the guesthouse, we take a small walk through the Toudgha Gorges, an impressive and beautiful location. We pass through several desert towns (Tinghir, Tinjdad, Rissani, and Arfoud) before reaching the grand dunes of Erg Chebbi in the heart of the Sahara, where we meet the camels for a short camel trek.
- Overnight in bivouac
- Sunset view
- Evening entertainment around the campfire
Day 3: Merzouga- Alnif- Tazarine-N'kob
We head toward Jbel Saghrou to meet nomads with their herds of camels and goats. Lunch in Nkob, then continue through the Draa Valleys to enjoy its beautiful landscapes (palm groves, Kasbahs). Finally, we enjoy a delicious meal in a traditional restaurant before returning to Marrakech.
- 7 hours of driving
After breakfast in Marrakech, we head east in a private transport (4x4/minibus). We pause for a break (restroom, personal shopping) and then continue towards the Ouzoud Waterfalls, known for its high waterfalls, forest, and macaque monkeys. After enjoying the site, we choose a natural spot for a delicious outdoor meal.
- 2 hours of driving
Departure from Marrakech after a Moroccan breakfast at a hotel or Riad. We take a comfortable transport to Ait Ben Haddou, with a photo stop at Tichka Pass (2265m). Then, we descend towards the Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, built by the Berber dynasty (The Almoravids, around the 11th century). This site was a temporary stop for trade caravans coming from the Moroccan desert and Mali, heading to Marrakech.
- 3 hours of driving