Choosing a Marrakech desert tour is mostly a question of time and budget. You can see the edge of the Sahara in 2 days, or cross the whole country to Fes in 4 to 6 days. This guide compares our private Marrakech desert tours side by side: what each one visits, how many nights you sleep in the desert, and what it costs per person. All prices are in euros and are for private tours with a driver-guide.
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Marrakech Desert Tours at a Glance
The table shows the Standard hotel price per person for two travellers and for a group of 13 to 16. Medium hotels add 800 euros per person.
| Tour | What you see | Standard, 2 travellers (each) | Standard, 13–16 travellers (each) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 days, Zagora | Ait Ben Haddou, Draa Valley, night near the dunes | €530 | €260 |
| 3 days, Marrakech loop | Ait Ben Haddou, Todra Gorge, luxury Sahara camp | €565 | €365 |
| 4 days, Marrakech to Fes | Ait Ben Haddou, Todra Gorge, dunes, Cedar Forest | €668 | €395 |
| 5 days, Marrakech loop | Draa Valley, camel ride in Merzouga, gorges | €975 | €420 |
| 5 days, Marrakech to Fes | Ait Ben Haddou, Skoura, gorges, dunes, Cedar Forest | €990 | €435 |
| 6 days, Marrakech to Fes | Ait Ben Haddou, gorges, dunes, guided day in Fes | €1250 | €625 |
Prices are per person. A single room adds 15%. Each tour page has the full price table for every group size, from one traveller to sixteen.
2-Day Zagora Desert Tour: The Quick Escape
If you only have a weekend, the 2-day Zagora desert tour from Marrakech is the simplest way to reach the Sahara. You visit Ait Ben Haddou, drive through the Draa Valley and sleep near the dunes. It costs 530 euros per person for two travellers and 260 euros per person for 13 to 16. Expect long driving hours for a short trip, so it suits travellers who want a first taste of the desert.
3-Day Desert Tour From Marrakech: The Most Popular Choice
The 3-day Morocco desert tour from Marrakech is our best-known route. It visits Ait Ben Haddou and Todra Gorge and includes a night in a luxury camp in the Sahara dunes, then returns to Marrakech. It costs 565 euros per person for two travellers, 475 euros for three, and 365 euros per person for 13 to 16. The Medium version for two travellers costs 1,365 euros per person.
Ait Ben Haddou, the fortified village on this route, is on the UNESCO World Heritage list, so it is worth the stop.
4 Days Marrakech to Fes: Cross Morocco Through the Desert
With four days you can leave Marrakech and finish in Fes instead of returning. The 4-day desert tour from Marrakech sees Ait Ben Haddou, Todra Gorge, the Sahara dunes and the Cedar Forest. The 4-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour links two imperial cities and sleeps in a luxury camp in the Sahara. Both cost 668 euros per person for two travellers and 395 euros per person for 13 to 16.
5 Days: Loop From Marrakech or Cross to Fes
Five days gives you two good options:
- The 5-day Morocco desert tour from Marrakech is a loop. You drive through the Draa Valley, ride a camel in Merzouga and return through the gorges. It costs 975 euros per person for two travellers and 420 euros for 13 to 16.
- The 5-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes sees Ait Ben Haddou, Skoura, the gorges, the dunes and the Cedar Forest. It costs 990 euros per person for two travellers and 435 euros for 13 to 16.
6 Days: Desert Plus a Guided Day in Fes
The 6-day desert tour from Marrakech goes to Fes and adds a guided day in the city. It costs 1,250 euros per person for two travellers and 625 euros per person for 13 to 16. Choose it if you want the desert and the old medina in one trip, without rushing.
Which Marrakech Desert Tour Should You Choose?
- Short on time: 2 days to Zagora or 3 days to the dunes.
- Want the Sahara and a return to Marrakech: the 3-day tour or the 5-day loop with a camel ride in Merzouga.
- Want to finish in Fes: 4, 5 or 6 days, depending on how slowly you want to travel.
- Travelling in a group: every tour gets cheaper per person as the group grows.
Standard or Medium Hotels?
Standard offers the best price, with comfortable hotels and a luxury camp for the Sahara night. Medium upgrades the hotels and adds 800 euros per person to every price in the table. Choose Medium if hotel comfort matters more to you than the budget.
Why Book Your Desert Tour With Traveling Morocco
Every tour is private, with your own vehicle and driver, so you travel at your own pace and we adapt the itinerary to your wishes. Our team lives in Morocco and replies in less than 24 hours. Travellers rate us 5.0 from 242 reviews on Tripadvisor.
Before You Go: Packing, Season and Entry Rules
A desert night is easier when you are prepared. Read what to bring in our guide on what to pack for a Morocco desert tour, check the best time to travel to Morocco to choose your season, and confirm entry rules in our guide to visa requirements for Morocco. Sand, sun and long drives call for comfortable clothes, a scarf, sunglasses and a light jacket for cool desert evenings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Marrakech Desert Tours
How many days do I need for a desert tour from Marrakech?
Two days is the minimum to sleep near the dunes. Three days is the most popular, because it includes Ait Ben Haddou, Todra Gorge and a night in a luxury camp.
What is the cheapest desert tour from Marrakech?
The 2-day Zagora tour, from 260 euros per person for 13 to 16 travellers and 530 euros per person for two.
Can I end the tour in Fes?
Yes. The 4, 5 and 6-day routes finish in Fes, so you do not have to return to Marrakech.
Are the tours private?
Yes. Every tour is private with a driver-guide.
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