Marrakesh and the Sahara
From Marrakesh to the dunes of Erg Chebbi by the Tizi n'Tichka, Aït Benhaddou and the Todra gorges.
This route drops out of the High Atlas towards the south-east, as far as the dunes at Merzouga, then comes back up through the Dadès valley.
Marrakesh to Merzouga is about 560 kilometres by road. It is rarely done in one go: the stops along the way are the point of the route.
The stops
Length and budget
Length and budget are settled together: this route works over a few days as well as spread across two weeks.
Along the way, in Morocco
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Marrakesh to the desert?
Allow two days on the road out to Merzouga if you want the stops along the way, and one to two days back depending on the route chosen.