2-Day Errachidia to Merzouga Desert Tour

This private 2-day tour from Errachidia to Merzouga is an excellent way to discover the Sahara Desert and the impressive Erg Chebbi dunes in a short time. The journey crosses the Ziz Valley, with its extensive palm groves, traditional villages and mountain scenery, before reaching Erfoud and continuing to Merzouga. There, you can watch the sunset over the dunes, enjoy a desert experience and spend a night at a desert camp beneath the stars. The following morning, after watching the sunrise and having breakfast, you will return to Errachidia through the same region, with possible scenic stops along the way. This itinerary is ideal for couples, families and travellers who want to experience the Sahara without taking a long trip.

Private 2-Day Tour from Errachidia to the Merzouga Desert

The itinerary is designed to make the most of your available time while introducing you to some of the most characteristic landscapes of southeastern Morocco. Private transport offers a comfortable journey, with scenic stops whenever the schedule and road conditions allow.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Errachidia – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga

Your tour begins in Errachidia, where our driver will meet you at the agreed location before starting the private journey towards the Sahara Desert. Along the way, you will travel through the Ziz Valley, known for its extensive palm groves, traditional villages and scenery combining arid mountains, green oases and rocky plateaus. There may be several scenic stops to admire the valley, take photographs and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this region in southeastern Morocco. The road continues towards Erfoud, a town known for its fossils and its proximity to desert landscapes. If time allows, you can make a short stop before continuing to Merzouga, located beside the impressive Erg Chebbi dunes.

On arrival in Merzouga, you will discover a landscape dominated by the great sandy dunes of the Sahara. Depending on the option booked, you will reach the camp by camel or by a suitable vehicle. In the afternoon, you can watch the sunset, walk around the surrounding area and photograph the changing colours of the sand. Once at the camp, you will have time to relax and enjoy the quiet desert atmosphere. Dinner will be served in the evening, followed by time to unwind beneath the starry sky. You will spend the night in a camp tent, with the level of comfort depending on the accommodation category selected when booking.

Day 2: Merzouga – Erfoud – Ziz Valley – Errachidia

The day begins early so that you can enjoy sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. In the first light of morning, the sand takes on golden and reddish tones, creating a beautiful setting for photographs and quiet appreciation of the desert. After this special moment, you will return to the camp for breakfast and prepare for departure. The journey continues through Merzouga and Erfoud, from where you will begin the return drive to Errachidia, crossing the Ziz Valley once again. Along the way, you can observe the contrast between desert areas, rocky mountains, traditional villages and the extensive palm groves that characterise this region.

If time and road conditions permit, there may be a few scenic stops to enjoy the views and take photographs. Our driver will organise the return journey with the aim of making the trip comfortable and getting you back to Errachidia at the agreed time. This final drive offers another opportunity to appreciate the landscapes of southeastern Morocco and the transition between the desert and the valley oases. On arrival in Errachidia, you will be dropped off at the agreed location, bringing your private two-day tour to an end. If you have a flight or another transfer scheduled for the same day, please let us know in advance so that the timing can be planned appropriately.

Includes

• Private round-trip transport between Errachidia and Merzouga.
• Professional driver throughout the tour.
• Pick-up and drop-off at the agreed location in Errachidia.
• One night at a Merzouga desert camp.
• Dinner and breakfast at the camp.
• Camel ride or vehicle transfer, depending on the option booked.
• Scenic stops along the route, subject to available time.

Excludes

• Lunches during the tour.
• Drinks and personal expenses.
• Tips for the driver and camp staff.
• Optional activities not specified in the booking.
• Supplement for a higher-category camp, if applicable.
• Personal travel insurance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a private tour?

Yes, it can be arranged privately with a vehicle reserved for your group.

Where will we spend the night?

You will spend one night at a Merzouga desert camp, according to the category selected.

Is the camel ride included?

It depends on the option selected and confirmed when booking.

Can we adjust the stops?

Yes, subject to available time, road conditions and the return schedule to Errachidia.