Overview
Embarking on a 5-day combined tour of the Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert offers an immersive experience into Morocco’s diverse landscapes and rich culture.
Itinerary
Day 01 :
Marrakech → Imlil → Azzaden Valley Trek
- Morning: Depart from Marrakech to Imlil, a picturesque village in the High Atlas Mountains.
- Afternoon: Embark on a moderate trek through the Azzaden Valley, passing through traditional Berber villages and terraced fields.
- Evening: Arrive at a local guesthouse for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 02 :
Imlil → Ait Benhaddou → Dades Valley
- Morning: Drive through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, a historic kasbah featured in numerous films.
- Afternoon: Continue to the Dades Valley, renowned for its dramatic landscapes and traditional kasbahs.
- Evening: Overnight stay in a local accommodation, soaking in the serene atmosphere of the valley.
Day 03 :
Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga
- Morning: Depart from Merzouga and drive through the Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and kasbahs.
- Afternoon: Stop in Ouarzazate to visit the Atlas Film Studios and explore the local kasbahs.
- Evening: Overnight stay in Ouarzazate, often referred to as the "Hollywood of Africa."
Day 04 :
Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Ouarzazate
Morning: Depart from Merzouga and drive through the Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and kasbahs.
Afternoon: Stop in Ouarzazate to visit the Atlas Film Studios and explore the local kasbahs.
Evening: Overnight stay in Ouarzazate, often referred to as the "Hollywood of Africa.
Day 05 :
Ouarzazate → Tizi n’Tichka → Marrakech
- Morning: Depart from Ouarzazate and drive through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains.
- Afternoon: Arrive back in Marrakech, concluding your adventure through Morocco's diverse landscapes.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Transportation: Comfortable 4x4 vehicle or minibus with an experienced driver-guide.
- Accommodation: Overnight stays in mountain refuges, guesthouses, and desert camps.
- Meals: Full board during the Atlas trek; half board during the Sahara portion.
- Activities: Camel ride in the Sahara, guided treks, and cultural site visits.
- Guides: Local English-speaking guides for trekking and cultural tours.
The Cost Excludes
- Lunches and drinks during the desert portion.
- Entrance fees for optional activities (e.g., film studios, kasbahs).
- Tips and personal expenses.
