This 7-day Atlas Mountains Trek & Sahara Desert Tour combines Morocco’s two most iconic landscapes into one unforgettable journey. Begin with a four-day guided trek through the High Atlas Mountains, where you’ll walk ancient mule trails, cross panoramic mountain passes, and discover the authentic lifestyle of Berber communities. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views, traditional home-cooked meals, and overnight stays in welcoming mountain guesthouses.
After completing your trek, travel across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass toward southern Morocco. Visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and continue through Ouarzazate, the Valley of Roses, and the dramatic Dades Gorge, where you’ll spend your first night of the desert tour.
The following day, journey through the magnificent Todra Gorge before arriving in Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara. Ride camels across the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset and spend an unforgettable evening in a luxury desert camp with traditional Moroccan cuisine, Berber music, and exceptional stargazing.
On the final day, witness a breathtaking desert sunrise before returning to Marrakech through the scenic Draa Valley and Ouarzazate, completing an incredible week of adventure, culture, and unforgettable Moroccan landscapes. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking an active holiday that combines mountain trekking, authentic cultural encounters, and the magic of the Sahara Desert.
Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Marrakech, driving through Tahnaout, Moulay Brahim, and Asni before reaching Imi Oughlad (1450m), the starting point of your High Atlas trek.
Meet your experienced Berber guide, mule team, and cook before beginning a gentle ascent through pine and juniper forests. After approximately two hours, reach Tizi Ntacht Pass (2000m), where panoramic views stretch across the Imlil and Ait Oussaden Valleys.
Continue to Imi N’Ifri for a freshly prepared picnic lunch before descending to the peaceful Berber village of Tiziane (1750m). Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and overnight stay in a welcoming Berber guesthouse.
Walking: 5–6 hours
Accommodation: Traditional Berber Guesthouse
After breakfast, continue trekking through the beautiful Ait Oussaden Valley, passing walnut orchards, terraced fields, and traditional Berber villages.
Ascend to Tizi N’Taghrhourte Pass (1995m), where breathtaking views await before stopping for a picnic lunch near the refreshing Assaka spring.
In the afternoon, descend through forested mountain trails to the charming Berber village of D’knt (1870m). Relax with a delicious home-cooked dinner and spend the night in a traditional mountain guesthouse.
Walking: 5–6 hours
Accommodation: Traditional Berber Guesthouse
Today’s trek is one of the most scenic of the journey. Hike through terraced barley fields and walnut groves while climbing steadily toward Tizi N’Tagdalte Pass (2600m), rewarded with spectacular views over the High Atlas Mountains.
After a picnic lunch beside a mountain spring, descend through fragrant juniper forests to the picturesque village of Tizi Oussem in the beautiful Azzaden Valley.
Dinner and overnight in a traditional Berber guesthouse.
Walking: 6–7 hours
Accommodation: Traditional Berber Guesthouse
After breakfast, hike to the beautiful Azib Tamsoulte Waterfalls before ascending to the panoramic Tizi Mzik Pass (2479m), offering magnificent views over the Imlil Valley and the surrounding High Atlas peaks.
Descend through Aroumd Village and continue to Imlil, where your trekking adventure comes to an end.
Spend the night in a comfortable mountain riad with private balconies overlooking the surrounding Berber villages, terraced valleys, and the spectacular High Atlas Mountains—the perfect place to relax after four unforgettable days on the trail.
Walking: 5–6 hours
Accommodation: Comfortable Mountain Riad in Imlil
After breakfast, meet your driver and begin your journey across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m), enjoying breathtaking panoramic views along the way.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous fortified kasbah, before continuing through Ouarzazate and the lush Skoura Oasis.
Travel through the Valley of Roses before arriving at the magnificent Dades Gorges, where you’ll enjoy dinner and spend the night in a charming hotel overlooking the dramatic rock formations.
Driving: Approximately 6–7 hours
Accommodation: Hotel in Dades Gorges
Following breakfast, continue through the spectacular Dades Valley toward the towering cliffs of Todra Gorge, one of Morocco’s most impressive natural wonders.
After time to explore the gorge, drive through the oasis town of Erfoud before arriving in Merzouga at the edge of the Sahara Desert.
Mount your camel for a memorable trek across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, arriving at your traditional nomadic desert camp just before sunset.
Enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner, traditional Berber music around the campfire, and an unforgettable night beneath a sky filled with countless stars.
Camel Trek: 1–1.5 hours
Accommodation: Traditional Nomadic Desert Camp
Wake early to admire a spectacular Sahara sunrise before returning by camel to Merzouga for breakfast.
Begin the scenic drive back to Marrakech via Rissani, Alnif, and the magnificent Draa Valley, home to Morocco’s longest palm oasis. Continue through Agdz and Ouarzazate before crossing the High Atlas Mountains once again via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
Arrive in Marrakech in the evening, bringing your unforgettable seven-day Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert adventure to a memorable conclusion.
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