5 days Agadir to Merzouga Desert Tour

This 5 days adventure from Agadir to the Merzouga Desert offers a perfect balance of cultural discovery, natural beauty, and unforgettable desert experiences. Starting from the Atlantic coast, you’ll journey through the ancient city of Taroudant, the saffron fields of Taliouine, and the dramatic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains before reaching the heart of the Sahara. Dinner and over night in Ouarzazate.

The route winds through some of Morocco’s most iconic and scenic spots. You’ll pass the Valley of Roses, visit palm-filled oases in Skoura, and explore the impressive rock formations of the Dades and Todra Gorges. These regions are known not only for their landscapes but also for their centuries-old Berber villages and traditional kasbahs that reveal Morocco’s rural soul.

Dinner and over night in Dades gorges.

Reaching Merzouga, you’ll ride a camel into the glowing Erg Chebbi dunes for a sunset you’ll never forget. Spend the night in a desert camp under the stars, where you’ll enjoy Berber music around a fire, traditional food, and the peaceful silence of the Sahara. Optional sandboarding or sunrise walks on the dunes add even more magic to this unforgettable moment.

After the desert, the return journey offers a different route through the rugged Anti-Atlas mountains, remote desert plains, and small towns like Alnif and Taznakht. This path reveals a lesser-seen side of Morocco, filled with raw beauty and open skies. Stops for local food and crafts give travelers a deeper cultural connection beyond the typical tourist trail. Dinner and over night in Taznakht.

After breakfast in Taznakht, a town known for its vibrant Berber carpets and weaving traditions, the journey continues west toward the Atlantic coast. As you drive through the Anti-Atlas Mountains, you’ll pass through small villages and ever-changing landscapes — from rocky plains to argan tree valleys.

Stop along the way to enjoy scenic views, stretch your legs, or perhaps visit a local argan oil cooperative, where you can learn about traditional oil-making and sample natural beauty products.

By afternoon, you’ll arrive back in Agadir, where the tour ends with drop-off at your hotel or riad.