- Atlas Mountains & Sahara Desert Adventure – 5 Days -

Trek the Atlas Mountains, explore Berber villages, and experience the golden dunes of the Sahara on this unforgettable 5-day Moroccan adventure.

Overview

Experience the best of Morocco in one unforgettable 5-day journey. This tour combines the majestic Atlas Mountains with the golden sands of the Sahara Desert. Trek through scenic valleys, discover traditional Berber villages, and enjoy panoramic mountain views. Continue your adventure across the desert, ride camels over iconic dunes, and sleep under the star-filled Saharan sky in authentic Berber camps. Perfect for travelers seeking culture, adventure, and breathtaking landscapes in one seamless Moroccan experience.

Cancellation Policy

Flexible: Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund

Spoken languages

frensh, english, spanish

Duration

5 days

Period

All year round

Trip grad

Moderate

itineraries

Day 1: Marrakech – Asni – Azzaden/Red Valley Trek

Start your Morocco adventure from Marrakech and drive through Asni and Aguersioual. Begin your trek passing Mattat Village to reach Tizi Ouidi Pass, where you’ll enjoy a scenic lunch. Descend into the Red Valley or Azzaden Valley, immersing yourself in the beauty of the High Atlas Mountains. Overnight stay in a traditional guesthouse surrounded by nature.

Keywords included: Marrakech tours, Atlas Mountains trekking, Red Valley Morocco, Berber village hike


Day 2: Tizi Mzik Pass – Atlas Mountain Valley – Riad Stay

Hike to Tizi Mzik Pass (2,489 m) with stunning views of the High Atlas landscapes. Lunch is prepared by our cook at the pass. Continue your trek down to the valley and enjoy a night in a comfortable riad, experiencing authentic Moroccan hospitality.

Keywords included: Atlas Mountains hike, Tizi Mzik Pass trek, Morocco riad stay, Berber villages


Day 3: Tichka Pass – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Dades Gorges

Drive over the scenic Tichka Pass (2,260 m), stopping for panoramic photos. Hike and explore the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue through the Roses Valley and marvel at the Monkey Toes rock formations before arriving at the breathtaking Dades Gorges.

Keywords included: Tichka Pass Morocco, Ait Ben Haddou tour, Dades Gorges tour, Morocco day trips


Day 4: Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert – Sahara Camp

Travel through Tinghir Oases and enjoy a walk in Todra Gorges. Arrive at the Merzouga Desert, where you’ll ride camels to a nomadic desert camp among the giant dunes. Stop to watch the sunset over the Sahara, enjoy dinner, and listen to traditional Saharan music around the bonfire.

Keywords included: Merzouga desert tours, Sahara camel ride, desert camp Morocco, Todra Gorges adventure


Day 5: Sunrise Camel Ride – Return to Marrakech

Start the day with a sunrise camel ride over the Sahara dunes. Return to your hotel for breakfast before driving back to Marrakech via a scenic route, ending your unforgettable Morocco desert and Atlas Mountains tour around 7 PM.

Keywords included: Morocco 5-day tour, Atlas Mountains & Sahara Desert, sunrise camel ride Morocco, Marrakech adventure

Map

price

  •  Group 1 person : On request
  •  Group 2 – 3 people : Euro/person
  •  Group 4 – 7 people : Euro/person
  •  Group 8 – 12 people : Euro/person

includes/ Excludes

Includes

  • Transfers from and to your hotel in Marrakech

  • English and French speaking Berber tour leader, 2Day

  • Accommodation in a Guest House during the Atlas trek

  • One High in Imlil Valley
  • Mules to carry your luggage during trekking 2 days

  • Kitchen equipment and a cook to prepare all meals during the trek

  • All meals during the 2 days trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

  • Private transfers throughout the tour

  • Experienced driver-guide for the desert trip

  • Fuel, tolls, and entrance fees, including a visit to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah

  • 1 night accommodation in hotels in the Dades Gorges with breakfast and dinner

  • 1 night in a Merzouga desert camp with breakfast and dinner

  • Camel trek experience in the Sahara (per person)

Excludes

  •  Soft drink (water….) & Tip
  • 3 Lunch during sahara desert
  •  Personal travel insurance

Trekking Information

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