✨ 5 Days Casablanca to Sahara Desert Tour
5 Days Casablanca to Sahara Desert
- Casablanca
Duration
5 Days
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum Age
0
5 Days Casablanca to Sahara Desert Tour
The 5 Days Casablanca to Sahara Desert Tour is an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s most stunning landscapes. Starting in Casablanca, the country’s modern capital, you will travel to Marrakech, the vibrant “Red City,” before crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Along the way, visit the famous Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continue through the Dades Valley with its dramatic rock formations before reaching the golden Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga. Here, you will enjoy a camel trek at sunset and spend a magical night in a Berber desert camp under the stars.
On the return, the adventure passes through Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” with the impressive Taourirt Kasbah and movie studios. The tour ends back in Casablanca, offering the perfect combination of culture, history, and Sahara Desert adventure.
🗓️ 5 Days Casablanca to Sahara Desert Tour – Itinerary
Pick-up from your hotel or the airport in Casablanca. Drive to Marrakech, the famous “Red City.” In the afternoon, enjoy a guided visit of the Jemaa el-Fna Square, the vibrant souks, and historical monuments such as the Koutoubia Mosque and the Bahia Palace. Dinner and overnight in a riad in Marrakech.
After breakfast, depart from Marrakech and cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260 m). Stop at panoramic viewpoints and small Berber villages along the way. Visit the Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for many Hollywood movies. Continue through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses before arriving at the Dades Valley for dinner and overnight in a traditional hotel/riad.
After breakfast, drive through the Dades Valley to reach the impressive Todra Gorge, a natural canyon with towering cliffs. Continue via Erfoud to the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga. In the afternoon, enjoy a camel trek at sunset across the Sahara and arrive at your Berber desert camp. Dinner, Berber music, and overnight stay under the stars in standard or luxury tents.
Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the Sahara dunes, then return by camel or 4×4 to Merzouga. Travel across desert landscapes and the Draa Valley, lined with palm groves and Berber villages. Continue to Ouarzazate, where you will visit the Kasbah Taourirt and see the famous film studios. Dinner and overnight in a hotel/riad in Ouarzazate.
After breakfast, cross the High Atlas Mountains once again, returning to Marrakech. Free time for last visits or shopping in the medina. In the afternoon, drive back to Casablanca, where the tour ends with drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
ℹ️ Useful Information for the 5 Days Casablanca to Sahara Desert Tour
- Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
- Start / End: Casablanca – return to Casablanca
- Transportation: Private 4×4 vehicle or air-conditioned minibus
- Accommodation: Charming riads, traditional hotels in the valleys, and Berber desert camp (standard or luxury options)
- Guides: Professional driver and local English-speaking guides
- Included: Private transfers, camel trekking in Merzouga, accommodations, dinners in the desert and valleys, breakfasts
- Recommended Age: Suitable for all ages; family-friendly and ideal for couples and groups
- What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, closed shoes, a light jacket for cool desert nights, and a camera
⭐ Reasons to Choose This 5 Days Casablanca Sahara Desert Tour
- ✅ Explore Morocco from Casablanca to the Sahara Desert in just 5 days
- ✅ Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou
- ✅ Cross the High Atlas Mountains with panoramic views
- ✅ Discover the stunning Dades Valley and Todra Gorge
- ✅ Experience a camel trek at sunset in the Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga
- ✅ Spend a magical night in a Berber desert camp under the stars
- ✅ Visit Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and its kasbahs
- ✅ Enjoy private transport, comfortable accommodations, and expert local guides
🌍 More Information & Related Tours
To learn more about the Imperial Cities of Morocco, you can visit this official reference.
