3-Day Student Desert Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara | Budget-Friendly Group Adventure

3 DAYS

Marrakech - Traditional water sellers in front of Koutoubia Mosque

Our Student Desert Tours are designed for university students, study abroad programs, and youth groups looking for an unforgettable Sahara experience with adventure, comfort, and flexibility.


🚐 Transportation & Comfort

  • Mercedes Vito / V-Class (small groups & private tours)
  • Mercedes Sprinter Minibus (medium & large groups)
  • 4x4 vehicles (Toyota or Ford) for desert routes

✔ Air-conditioned vehicles ✔ Comfortable seats ✔ Free Wi-Fi in vehicle ✔ USB charging ports ✔ Professional licensed drivers

👉 No maximum number of participants


👨‍✈️ Guide During the Tour

  • Professional driver-guide for entire tour
  • English-speaking (other languages on request)
  • Experienced with student and group travel
  • Full assistance during activities and desert stay

🗓️ 3-Day Student Desert Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech → Atlas Mountains → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades

Students group in the High Atlas Mountains

Begin the adventure by crossing the stunning High Atlas Mountains through the legendary Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views as you travel through one of Morocco's most beautiful routes.

Panoramic views of the Atlas mountain peaks

Visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for famous movies like Game of Thrones and Gladiator. Explore its earthen streets and learn about the history of this impressive ksar.

Group in front of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah

Continue your journey through the Skoura Valley, famous for its palm groves and the legendary Kasbah Amridil, one of the best-preserved examples of Berber architecture.

Kasbah Amridil in Skoura

Overnight in Dades Valley ✔ Dinner & Breakfast included


Day 2: Dades → Todra Gorge → Merzouga Desert

Group walking through Todra Gorge

Enjoy a trek through the impressive Todra Gorge, one of Morocco's most spectacular canyons, where rock walls rise over 300 meters high.

Next, arrive at Merzouga and get ready for an adventure full of adrenaline on the golden dunes of the Sahara.

• ATV / Quad biking • Sandboarding (sand skiing) • Camel ride at sunset • Berber music & campfire night

Group with traditional turbans on quad

Hop on a quad and feel the thrill of crossing the sand dunes as the wind blows through your traditional turban. An unforgettable experience that will make you feel like a true desert adventurer.

Student on quad over the dunes

Practice sandboarding on the highest dunes and speed down on the golden sand.

Camel ride at sunset on Merzouga dunes

As the sun begins to set, ride your camel caravan across the dunes to your luxury desert camp. Enjoy a magical view of the Sahara painted in orange and red hues as the camels advance majestically.

Group enjoying the night at luxury desert camp

🏕️ Overnight in a Luxury Desert Camp

✔ Private tents with real beds ✔ Hot shower ✔ Electricity & Wi-Fi in the desert

Berber musicians playing drums by the campfire

Enjoy a traditional Berber dinner, live music with drums, and a night under the most impressive starry sky you've ever seen.

Luxury tents in the desert

✔ Dinner & Breakfast included


Day 3: Merzouga → Marrakech

First lights of day over Merzouga dunes

Wake up early to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Sahara dunes. The desert sunrise is one of the most magical moments of the trip, when the sky is painted in pink, orange, and golden tones.

Students in 4x4 crossing the dunes

After breakfast at the camp, begin the scenic journey back to Marrakech through stunning landscapes.

Fun group selfie during 4x4 journey

Stop at panoramic viewpoints and enjoy the infinite views of the desert and mountains.

Walking through the oasis

• Sunrise over the dunes • Breakfast at the camp • Scenic drive back to Marrakech


🏜️ Activities Included

✔ ATV / Quad biking ✔ Sandboarding ✔ Camel ride ✔ Desert sunset & sunrise ✔ Berber music night


🎒 What to Bring (Depending on the Month)

• Spring / Autumn: light jacket, comfortable shoes • Summer: light clothes, hat, sunscreen, scarf • Winter: warm jacket, sweater, scarf (cold nights)


👥 Group Types

• No maximum group size • Private student tours • Luxury student tours • University & study-abroad groups


🌐 Connectivity

✔ Wi-Fi in vehicle ✔ Wi-Fi in desert camp ✔ Phone charging available


📞 Contact Us for More Information

For prices, availability, or to customize your student desert tour, contact us directly:

📱 WhatsApp: +212 668 953 168

We are happy to help you organize the perfect tour for your group.


Route

Marrakech → High Atlas Mountains → Ait Ben Haddou → Skoura → Dades → Todra Gorge → Merzouga Desert → Marrakech

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