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Three Nights in the Erg Chebbi Dunes, 5 Days
Three nights at one camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, for people who would rather spend their time in the desert than on the road. The trip ends in Marrakech or Fes.
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About the Tour
Three nights at the same camp leave two full days for walks, camel rides, reading in the shade and watching the light change on the sand.
On the last day you choose where to finish: back in Marrakech, or north over the Middle Atlas to Fes, which is a slightly shorter drive.
Highlights
- Three nights at the same desert camp
- Two full days in the dunes
- Khamlia village and the Rissani market
- The Dades Valley on the way out
- A choice of ending in Marrakech or Fes
Day by Day
How the five days go, from your pickup in Marrakech to the drop-off in Marrakech or Fes.
Day 1 · Marrakech to the Dades Valley
Over the High Atlas past Aït Benhaddou to the Dades Valley.
- Overnight: Hotel in the Dades Valley
Day 2 · Dades to Merzouga
Through the Todra Gorge to Merzouga and a camel ride to camp.
- Overnight: Desert camp in Erg Chebbi
Day 3 · In the dunes
A free day: walks, a camel ride, Khamlia village.
- Overnight: Desert camp in Erg Chebbi
Day 4 · In the dunes
Another free day; the Rissani market if it falls on a market day.
- Overnight: Desert camp in Erg Chebbi
Day 5 · Merzouga to Marrakech or Fes
A long drive to either city, arriving in the evening.
What's Included
Included
- Private vehicle and driver for the five days
- Pickup at your hotel in Marrakech and drop-off at your hotel in Marrakech or Fes
- One night: hotel in the Dades Valley, dinner and breakfast
- Three nights: desert camp in Erg Chebbi, dinner and breakfast
- Camel ride in the dunes
- Fuel and road costs
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees and local guides at the sites
- Tips
- Travel insurance
Questions About This Tour
What is the desert camp like?
You sleep in a tent at a camp in the dunes, with dinner and breakfast. Camps range from simple to comfortable tents with a private bathroom; tell us the level you want and we suggest camps that fit.
What should I pack?
Light clothes for the day, a warm layer for the desert night, a hat, sun cream and a small bag for the camp. Your main luggage stays in the vehicle.
Can we change the route or the hotels?
Yes. We can add nights, change hotels or swap the order of the stops, since only your group is on the tour. Tell us what you have in mind when you enquire.
Can we bring children?
Yes. Tell us how old they are and we plan the driving, the stops and the pace around them.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your dates and group size and we reply with availability and a quote. When online booking is open for this tour, you can also reserve with a deposit by card or PayPal.
Book this tour
Send your dates and group size and we reply with a quote.
- Private tour, only your group
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Private tour, only your group
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Route and stays adjusted to you
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