Sahara Desert Tour Morocco – 2–5 Day Adventure
Updated for 2026 with confirmed prices and revised itinerary options.
3 Day 4×4 Tour
Set out from Marrakech on a private Sahara Desert Tour through the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate and Erg Chigaga. This classic 3-day route combines dramatic mountain roads, kasbah visits, private 4×4 travel, a sunset camel trek and a night in a nomadic desert camp beneath clear Sahara skies.
Dinner by the campfire, traditional Berber music and the quiet of the dunes give the journey its sense of occasion, while the itinerary remains practical and flexible. The tour includes two nights’ accommodation, half-board meals, escorted transport and route stops, with the option to shorten the trip to 2 days or extend it to 5 days with more time in the Sahara.
Day 1: Marrakech – Ouarzazate
Your driver with private 4×4 will arrive at your Riad to take you into the heart of the Sahara Desert. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains, visiting Ait Ben Haddou before arriving at the desert gateway town of Ouarzazate where you will stay in a stylish hotel with a pool to relax after the drive. Visit the famous Hollywood Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate where such greats as ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ and ‘Gladiator’ were filmed.
Day 2: Ouarzazate – Sahara Desert
Today, you will continue your journey into the desert, stopping en route for lunch. After an exciting off-road dunes drive, meet your camels at sunset to trek to an authentic Nomad Camp. Enjoy dinner under the stars around the camp fire in the most stunningly beautiful area of the Moroccan Sahara; Erg Chigaga.
Day 3: Sahara – Marrakech
Your driver will be ready to take you directly back to Marrakech with plenty of stops for drinks and lunch. Arrive at your Riad in time for dinner on the terrace.
Reduce your trip to 2 Days by heading straight into the Sahara for one night under the stars or extend to 5 Days with 2 nights in the Sahara, staying at Ait Ben Haddou on your return journey.
Price Per Person:
2-4 People: £699.00
5-6 People: £529.00
Luxury Berber Camp in the Moroccan Sahara
A luxury Berber desert camp surrounded by sweeping sand dunes in the Moroccan Sahara.
Desert Dining for Two with Camel, Morocco
A private table for two set in the Moroccan desert beside a camel and local guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech includes private 4×4 transport, an escorted route, two nights’ accommodation, half-board meals with two breakfasts and two dinners, visits to Ait Ben Haddou and Atlas Film Studios, a sunset camel trek, traditional Berber music at camp and mineral water during the journey. The standard itinerary runs over 3 days, with options to shorten or extend the route.
No previous camel trekking experience is needed. The camel trek is guided by local handlers and takes place at a relaxed pace, usually around sunset. It is suitable for most travellers, including first-timers and families. If you prefer not to ride a camel, let us know before travel so the itinerary can be adjusted where possible.
Accommodation includes one night in a stylish hotel in Ouarzazate with pool facilities, and one night in a traditional nomadic desert camp at Erg Chigaga. The route combines comfort with local character, giving you time to rest between the longer drives and experience a remote Sahara camp setting.
Yes, this tour is suitable for families. The itinerary includes private 4×4 travel, guided camel trekking at sunset, cultural stops and traditional Berber music around the campfire. Guides can adjust the pace where needed, making the journey easier for families travelling with children.
Yes, the standard 3-day itinerary can be adjusted. You can shorten the trip to 2 days for a quicker desert stay, or extend it to 5 days with extra time in the Sahara and an additional stop at Ait Ben Haddou on the return journey.
