- 5 Days
- Start: AGADIR
- Kids Under 13: 50% Off
Tour 8: 5-Day Agadir to Merzouga Sahara Expedition
HIGHLIGHTS
- From coastal Agadir to the Sahara Desert
- Visit Taroudant, ”Little Marrakech”
- Explore Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou
Included
- Transportation (4x4 vehicle or minibus)
- Accommodation (desert camps, hotels, or riads)
- Guided Tours
Excluded
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Alcoholic beverages
Itinerary
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DAY 1
Agadir to Ouarzazate - Begin your Agadir to Merzouga sahara adventure by leaving the coastal city and heading inland. Journey through the fertile Souss Valley to reach Taroudant, often called 'Little Marrakech' for its impressive city walls. Explore its vibrant souks and tanneries before continuing your ascent into the Anti-Atlas Mountains. As you approach Ouarzazate, witness the landscape transform from lush valleys to arid pre-Saharan terrain, setting the stage for your desert expedition.
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DAY 2
Ouarzazate to Merzouga Sahara Adventure - Your Agadir to Merzouga tour continues with a visit to Atlas Studios, where numerous Hollywood blockbusters were filmed. Then, embark on a scenic drive through the 'Road of a Thousand Kasbahs'. Stop at Skoura's palm grove to explore its hidden kasbahs, and marvel at the towering cliffs of Todra Gorge. As you near Merzouga, watch the landscape give way to the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, signaling your approach to the Sahara.
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DAY 3
Merzouga Desert Experience - Immerse yourself in the Sahara on this highlight of your Agadir to Merzouga saharajourney. Start with a thrilling 4x4 excursion into the desert, visiting local nomads and learning about their way of life. In the late afternoon, mount your camel for a trek into the heart of the dunes, watching the sunset paint the desert in magical hues. Spend the night in a traditional desert camp, enjoying Berber music and unparalleled stargazing.
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DAY 4
Merzouga to Ouarzazate - After a spectacular Saharan sunrise, begin your return journey on the Agadir to Merzouga sahara route. Travel through the Draa Valley, Morocco's longest river valley, dotted with date palm oases and ancient kasbahs. Stop in the town of Agdez to explore its historic kasbah and enjoy panoramic views of the valley. Continue to Ouarzazate, reflecting on your desert adventure as the landscape gradually shifts from sand to rock.
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DAY 5
Ouarzazate to Agadir - Conclude your Agadir to Merzouga sahara tour with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou. Explore this magnificent ksar, a striking example of southern Moroccan architecture. Then, begin your descent from the Anti-Atlas Mountains back to the coast. As you approach Agadir, witness the dramatic change in landscape from arid mountains to the fertile Souss Valley, bringing your journey full circle.
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