Experience the landscapes of southern Morocco on this 3-day Marrakech to Mhamid desert tour. Travel by 4x4 through the High Atlas Mountains, visit UNESCO-listed kasbahs, explore the lush Draa Valley, and spend the night in a nomadic camp at the edge of the Sahara. Perfect for travelers looking for a short but authentic Moroccan desert escape.
This tour combines history, nature, and culture—winding through valleys, palm groves, kasbahs, and into the dunes near Mhamid, gateway to the Sahara Desert.
The route includes scenic mountain passes, iconic kasbahs, and traditional Berber villages. Along the way, enjoy local hospitality, artisan pottery workshops, and camel trekking in the sand dunes. This is an ideal tour for couples, friends, or families looking to explore Morocco’s great south in just three days.
Day 1: Depart from Marrakech in a 4x4 and head south via the Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass (2,260m). Take the scenic Ounila Valley and visit the historic Glaoui Kasbah. Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous film location. After a break in Ouarzazate, drive through the stunning Draa Valley to Agdz. Overnight in a traditional guesthouse in the heart of the palm grove, dinner included.
Day 2: Travel deeper into the Draa Valley, stopping in small villages and enjoying short walks in the palm groves. Visit Zagora and stop in Tamegroute to see the green pottery workshops and ancient Quranic library. Arrive in Mhamid at the edge of the Sahara and take a short camel ride at sunset. Dinner and overnight in a nomadic-style desert camp under the stars.
Day 3: Wake up to the sunrise over the dunes and enjoy a camel ride before breakfast. Begin the return journey to Marrakech, stopping for lunch in Agdz. Visit the kasbah of Tamnougalt before arriving in Marrakech by early evening.
Private transport in 4x4, driver/guide, accommodation, camel ride, desert camp, and meals as listed. Vegetarian meals available on request.
This tour covers around 490 km from Marrakech to Mhamid. The route involves approximately 6.5 hours of driving per day. It’s recommended to take this tour in 4 days for a slower pace, but it is comfortably achievable in 3 days with well-planned stops.
Looking for a short Sahara desert experience from Marrakech? This 3-day tour is the perfect introduction to southern Morocco. Contact us now to book your private or small group tour. Optional extensions available.
