Itinerary
- Day 1
Marrakech to Merzouga
You'll leave Marrakech heading south through the High Atlas Mountains, passing over Tizi n'Tichka Pass with some really dramatic views along the way. The first major stop is Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO kasbah that's worth exploring for an hour or so to see the traditional clay architecture. From there, you'll drive through Skoura Palmeraie and the Dades Gorges, which are perfect for photos and getting a feel for the landscape. After pushing deeper into the south, you'll pass through several small villages before reaching Merzouga by late afternoon. Once you arrive, it's time for the highlight - an off-road drive into the Erg Chebbi dunes followed by a camel ride at sunset. You'll stay at a desert camp that evening, and later there's a Berber folklore celebration with traditional music, dancing, and dinner to ring in New Year's Eve.
- Start point
- Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco (Marrakesh, 08:30)
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner with Berber folklore party celebration at the desert camp's restaurant), Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Camping (Sahara Star Camp)
Included Activities
- Visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO World Heritage site)
- Stop in Skoura Palmeraie
- Scenic stops in Dades Gorges
- Off-road drive into Erg Chebbi dunes
- Camel ride at sunset
- New Year's Eve Berber folklore party with traditional music and dancing
Optional Activities
- Optional Desert Quad Bike or Desert Buggy
Landmarks Tizi n'Tichka Pass Ait Benhaddou Kasbah Skoura Palmeraie Dades Gorges Erg Chebbi Dunes 
- Day 2
Merzouga
Start this morning early to catch the sunrise from the top of Erg Chebbi dunes, then come back down for a Berber breakfast made locally using traditional methods. The rest of the day is flexible - you can explore the villages around the dunes, try sandboarding if you're interested, or take a longer camel trek through the desert. If you prefer something quieter, you can spend time relaxing in front of your tent with a book or just taking in the peace and quiet. Don't skip the sunset - it's worth being outside to watch it. Later in the evening, join the New Year countdown celebration to welcome the new year right here in the desert, and the party continues well into the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Berber locally made breakfast), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Camping (Sahara Star Camp)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing from top of Erg Chebbi dunes
- Visit Berber villages around the dunes
- Sandboarding from top of dunes
- Long camel desert trek
- Sunset viewing
- New Year's Eve celebration and countdown party
Optional Activities
- Optional Desert Quad Bike or Desert Buggy
- Relaxation in front of tent
- Meditation and nature connection
Landmarks Erg Chebbi Dunes 
- Day 3
Merzouga to Marrakech
You'll start early with a good breakfast, then begin the drive back to Marrakech through Agdz. The return journey gives you chances to stop for photos or refreshments whenever you'd like, so it's not just a straight drive back. You'll arrive at your hotel in Marrakech by the end of the day, wrapping up the desert adventure.
- End point
- Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco ( Marrakesh, 17:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Return drive through the south to Marrakech via Agdz
Landmarks Agdz 
