2-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech | Erg Lihoudi

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Overview

  • Duration:2 days 1 night
  • Tour Type:Daily tour, Group tour, Package tour, Private tour
  • Language:English, French, German, Italian

Experience the Sahara on a 2-day Morocco desert tour from Marrakech to Erg Lihoudi. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, travel through the spectacular Draa Valley and Zagora, then continue by 4x4 to the golden dunes of Erg Lihoudi. Enjoy a camel trek, Sahara sunset and sunrise, traditional Moroccan dinner, Berber music and a night in a desert camp.

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Highlights

  • High Atlas Mountains & Tizi n'Tichka Pass
  • UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou
  • Ouarzazate
  • Draa Valley & Zagora
  • M'Hamid El Ghizlane
  • Erg Lihoudi dunes
  • 4x4 desert journey
  • Camel trek & Sahara sunset
  • Desert camp & Berber music
  • Sahara sunrise
  • Private Marrakech round trip

Includes/Excludes

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Hotel/riad pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
  • 1 night at Erg Lihoudi desert camp
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 4x4 desert transfer
  • Camel trek
  • Desert sunset and sunrise experience
  • Berber music around the campfire
  • Lunches and drinks
  • Entrance fees to attractions
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Anything not mentioned as included

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 72 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Draa Valley – M'Hamid – Erg Lihoudi

  • Depart Marrakech early in the morning and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass at approximately 2,260 metres. Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, the famous UNESCO-listed ksar, before a short stop in Ouarzazate.
  • Continue south through the beautiful Draa Valley, known for its extensive palm groves, ancient kasbahs and traditional villages. Pass through Zagora and continue to M'Hamid El Ghizlane, the gateway to the Sahara.
  • From M'Hamid, travel by 4x4 to Erg Lihoudi. After arriving at the desert camp, enjoy Moroccan mint tea before a camel trek across the dunes and a spectacular Sahara sunset. In the evening, enjoy dinner, Berber music and a campfire under the stars.
  • Overnight: Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp

Day 2: Erg Lihoudi – M'Hamid – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

  • Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the Erg Lihoudi dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. Return by 4x4 to M'Hamid and begin the journey north through the Draa Valley, enjoying views of palm groves, kasbahs and traditional villages.
  • Stop for lunch in Ouarzazate or along the route before crossing the High Atlas Mountains once again via Tizi n'Tichka. Continue to Marrakech and arrive in the late afternoon or early evening
  • Drop-off: Your hotel or riad in Marrakech.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a private 2-day desert tour from Marrakech?

Yes. The tour is arranged privately with your own vehicle and driver/guide.

Does this tour visit Erg Lihoudi?

Yes. Erg Lihoudi is the main Sahara destination, with an overnight stay at a desert camp.

Is a camel ride included?

Yes. A camel trek through the Erg Lihoudi dunes is included.

Does the tour include Ait Ben Haddou?

Yes. You visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou on Day 1.

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