Should you ever fantasize about an adventure that will be talked about in your childhood stories to come, a Marrakech sahara desert tour is an experience in itself. Journeying through colorful souks of Marrakech to the sandy Sahara, you can experience the combination of culture, nature, and raw beauty that will remain in your memory forever.
The tour normally starts in Marrakech which is intoxicating in terms of the energy it has. Alleys of medina, the smell of Morocco spices, and a call to prayer on the minarets embody the introduction to what is about to happen. You have experienced the greatest landmarks of the city such as Koutoubia Mosque and Jemaa el-Fnaa square, after this you will head to the desert.
Majority of the tours in the Sahara begin at Marrakech passing through the Atlas Mountains and providing you with breathtaking scenes and visits to Berber villages. On the way, you will have a break in the fantastic Ait Benhaddou, which is a World Heritage site and famous movie set, where such movies as Gladiator and Game of Thrones were filmed. Next is Ouarzazate where they call the gateway to the desert.
When you come close to the Sahara Desert, you see the scenery
transforming. We see golden sands dunes. At no point in Merzouga will you ever need your car, it will almost always be exchanged with a camel and the journey will be across the dunes to a typical Berber desert camp. The view of the sunset on the top of the dune is simply magical.
The desert skies are twinkling with stars that are not spoil by the city lights at night. You will get a good taste of Moroccan food, live Berber music and coziness of campfire in the skies. It is calm, appreciating and very truthful.
The next morning, after a sunrise camel ride, you’ll begin your journey back to Marrakech. Along the way, you may stop at local markets, palm groves, and hidden valleys, soaking in the last moments of your desert adventure.
A Marrakech Sahara Desert tour isn’t just a trip—it’s a life experience. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or in a group, the desert has a way of connecting you to something deeper. It’s Morocco at its most soulful, and it’s waiting for you.
