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title: "From Marrakech: 3-Day Desert Tour to Merzouga with Food and Camel"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Marrakech
country: Morocco
price: 120
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.74
reviews: 1849
duration_minutes: 4320
languages: [en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 191 of 193 (Sahara Desert Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/tours/from-marrakech-3-day-desert-tour-to-merzouga-with-food-and-camel/
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# From Marrakech: 3-Day Desert Tour to Merzouga with Food and Camel

In our comparison: #191 of 193 in Sahara Desert Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Explore Morocco’s breathtaking landscapes on this 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass, visit the UNESCO-listed Aït Benhaddou, and travel through the Skoura oasis and Dades Valley.

Enjoy a camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes and spend an unforgettable night under the stars in a Sahara desert camp. Small-group experience limited to 17 travelers for a more comfortable and personal journey.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Max 17 people: shared group
- Starts 07:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Dinner, Breakfast
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €120 per person for the STANDARD DESERT CAMP option; other options up to €200
- Duration: 72h
- Rating: 4.74/5 from 1849 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Ando Travel SARL
- Group: Shared, up to 17 travellers · private option available
- Guide languages: English, French, Spanish
- Start times: 07:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.74 from 1849 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1764 of 1849.

- 5 stars: 1523 (82%)
- 4 stars: 241 (13%)
- 3 stars: 39 (2%)
- 2 stars: 17 (1%)
- 1 star: 29 (2%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD DESERT CAMP | €120 / person | English, Spanish, French | Standard Camp: Standard Private Tent with shared bathroom facilities and other inclusions, ideal for budget travelers. Pickup included |
| New Year’s Eve 2027 | €165 / person | English, Spanish, French | Standard option + Festive Nigh: Standard Desert Camp inclusions + festive dinner, Tamtam music, party accessories, midnight fireworks and celebration cake. Pickup included |
| STANDARD CAMP + 3 Lunches | €180 / person | English, Spanish, French | STANDARD DESERT CAMP: Includes everything in the Standard Desert Camp option, plus 3 traditional Moroccan lunches (Day 1, Day 2, and Day 3) Pickup included |
| LUXURY DESERT CAMP | €200 / person | English, Spanish, French | Luxury Camp: Located in a more isolated, desertic scenic area, offering greater comfort, rich meals, and a private bathroom. Pickup included |

## What's included

- 3 traditional lunches (included only with the selected lunch option)
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Live Berber drumming and music at the camp
- 2 Dinners (vegetarian, vegan & gluten-free options available)
- 1 night at your prefered desert tent in Erg Chebbi (based on the selected option)
- Air-conditioned transportation with Onboard Wi-Fi
- Dedicated desert tour accompanist (available on-site)
- Luggage handling and storage
- Driver-guide

## Not included

- Lunches and drinks (unless included with the selected option)
- Local guide in Kasbah Ait Ben Hddou

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Please wait at the main entrance of Hôtel Tazi. Your driver will meet you there. The exact pickup time, driver contact, and vehicle details will be shared with you the day before your tour.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your exact pickup time and location will be shared via Viator app and WhatsApp the day before departure.
- Departure at 7 AM on Day 1; return around 8 PM on Day 3. Please be ready 5–10 minutes before pickup.
- Please bring a small overnight bag for the desert. Main luggage stays securely in vehicle.
- Desert temperatures vary, hot in summer (Jun–Aug), cold nights in winter (Nov–Feb). Pack layers accordingly.
- Lunches are included only with the selected lunch option. Otherwise, lunch and drinks are at your own expense. Please bring cash (EUR or MAD), as many local restaurants do not accept cards. Lunch typically costs €10–13 per person.
- Camel rides last approximately 45 minutes each way. Long trousers are recommended for a more comfortable ride. Guests who prefer not to ride a camel may walk alongside the caravan.
- Optional activities available in Merzouga include quad biking, 4×4 desert excursions, horse riding, buggy rides, and additional sandboarding opportunities

## Compared with other Sahara Desert Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #191 of 193** | €120 | 3 days | 4.74 (1849) | shared, max 17 |
| [Merzouga Desert 3-Day Tour from Marrakech with Camel Ride](/morocco/marrakech/tours/merzouga-desert-3-day-tour-from-marrakech-with-camel-ride/?format=md) | €99 | 3 days | 5.0 (899) | shared |
| [3 Days 2 Nights Marrakech to Merzouga - Sahara Tour Adventure](/morocco/marrakech/tours/3-days-2-nights-marrakech-to-merzouga-sahara-tour-adventure/?format=md) | €300 | 3 days | 5.0 (490) | shared |
| [3 Days to the Sahara Desert from Marrakech with luxury Camp](/morocco/marrakech/tours/3-days-to-the-sahara-desert-from-marrakech-with-luxury-camp/?format=md) | €111 | 3 days | 4.99 (660) | shared |

Ranked #191 of 193 in Sahara Desert Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €3 to €3761, median €171; typical length 3 days. 55 of 193 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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