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Marrakech Desert Tour to the Sahara

Start in Marrakech and journey into Morocco’s desert south through Ouarzazate, the dunes of Erg Lihoudi, Bertam Oasis, and Skoura, then return to Marrakech for immersive food experiences, medina discoveries, and a full-day excursion to the Ouzoud waterfalls on an 8-day adventure filled with culture, desert landscapes, and memorable local moments.

Highlights of a Great Group Tour:

  • Traveling in a small group with like-minded people.
  • Building meaningful connections with new people.
  • Sharing the cost of transport. More people means less per person cost.

Is This Trip Right For You?

Our accommodations are chosen with care to reflect the character, comfort, and local charm of the journey. As you travel through Morocco, please note that service levels and hotel standards may be different from those in your home country.

For rooming, we do not pair travellers who do not know each other. Guests wishing to share should book together and select either a double room (one bed) or a twin room (two beds).

Solo travellers should reserve a single room to enjoy privacy throughout the trip.

Note: Tipping is important in Morocco. Be prepared to tip small amounts for services. Your guide will provide suggestions as to the appropriate amounts. It is customary to tip your guide at the end of your trip.

4.8 60 reviews
Trip code: MEBO
Start: Marrakech, Morocco
End: Marrakech, Morocco
Duration
8 days
Group size
1 to 12
Minimum age
15 years old
Style
Original
Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time
Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time
Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities
Premium: Our best accommodation, exclusive inclusions and our most experienced leaders
Theme
Explorer
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Physical rating
1 out of 5 = These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.
2 out of 5 = Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.
3 out of 5 = This trip will raise your heart rate. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.
4 out of 5 = Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The fitter you are, the more you'll enjoy it, as most activities will be challenging.
5 out of 5 = Our highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You'll be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.
From USD $979
Dates and prices

Itinerary

moroccan map
Day 1 Marrakech → Ouarzazate Arrival day • Welcome meeting • Scenic transfer • Group dinner
Day 2 Ouarzazate → Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp Atlas Film Studios • Zagora • Mhamid • Sahara camp at sunset

Travel deeper into Morocco’s desert landscapes today, beginning with a film studio visit before reaching your first Sahara camp under the stars.

In the morning, explore the famous Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate and discover Morocco’s role in international filmmaking. Then continue through Zagora and onward to Mhamid, where the true Sahara experience begins. From there, set out on foot into the desert for around two hours, arriving at Erg Lihoudi camp near sunset. With tea in hand, watch the shifting colours of the dunes and sky before settling in for a memorable night of camping beneath the stars.

Overnight: Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp Meals: Breakfast • Dinner
Day 3 Erg Lihoudi Desert Camp → Bertam Oasis Sunrise • Camel or walk • Desert lunch • 4x4 to oasis camp

Wake to a Sahara sunrise and continue your Berber desert journey with a second day of remote landscapes and timeless travel.

After breakfast at camp, continue through the desert at a slower rhythm, following the paths used across these landscapes for generations. You may choose to walk or ride a camel to the lunch stop, taking in the silence, scale, and beauty of the Sahara along the way. After lunch, modern transport returns as a 4x4 carries you onward to the next camp at Bertam Oasis. Arrive in time for sunset, then enjoy dinner fireside with stories, music, and the unforgettable atmosphere of the desert at night.

Overnight: Bertam Oasis Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Day 4 Bertam Oasis → Skoura Sunrise • 4x4 return • Pool break • Oasis city

After another desert sunrise, leave the camp behind and return toward greener landscapes and oasis life.

Begin the day with breakfast at camp before travelling by 4x4 back to Zagora. There, enjoy free time to shower, freshen up, and relax by the hotel pool after your Sahara adventure. Following lunch, continue on to Skoura, an oasis town known for its date palms and peaceful atmosphere. In the evening, gather with the group for dinner and enjoy a more relaxed pace after your days in the desert.

Overnight: Skoura Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Day 5 Skoura → Marrakech Return to the city • Tanjia cooking class • Medina food walk • Rooftop tea

Return to Marrakech and trade desert silence for the flavours, aromas, and energy of the medina.

After travelling back to Marrakech, enjoy free time in the city before joining a cooking demonstration focused on tanjia, a traditional Marrakech dish prepared differently from tagine. You’ll help prepare the dish and seal it in a clay pot to cook overnight in the hammam. Later, head into the medina with your CEO to explore local food vendors and learn about the ingredients and culinary traditions of the city. End the day with tea on a rooftop terrace overlooking the lively square of Jemaa el-Fnaa.

Exclusive inclusions: Foodie Moment – Tanjia Cooking Class • Discover Moment.

Overnight: Marrakech Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Marrakech medina exploration Jardin Secret • Bahia Palace • Bakery stop • Tanjia lunch

Spend the morning exploring some of Marrakech’s most important sites before enjoying the dish you prepared the day before.

This morning, discover key landmarks inside the medina, including Jardin Secret and Bahia Palace, while gaining a deeper feel for the city’s history and character. Along the way, stop at a local bakery for a brief introduction to Moroccan bread making, followed by a tasting. Later, collect your slow-cooked tanjia and return to the riad to enjoy it for lunch on the terrace. The afternoon and evening are left free for independent exploration, whether that means shopping in the souks or visiting the Majorelle Gardens.

Overnight: Marrakech Meals: Breakfast • Lunch
Day 7 Day trip to Ouzoud Waterfalls Full-day excursion • Scenic falls • Lunch by the water • Local dinner

Leave Marrakech for the day and travel to one of Morocco’s most beautiful waterfall settings near the Atlas Mountains.

Set out on a full-day excursion to Ouzoud, a lush oasis and waterfall destination known for its dramatic cascades and striking natural setting. Walk up the stairs to the top of the falls and enjoy sweeping views of the water and surrounding scenery. After a delicious lunch near the waterfalls, return to Marrakech in the afternoon. In the evening, gather for a local dinner in the heart of Jemaa el-Fnaa, bringing the day to a memorable close.

Overnight: Marrakech Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Day 8 Departure from Marrakech Tour ends • Depart at any time

Enjoy breakfast before your Marrakech and Sahara adventure comes to an end.

Your journey concludes in Marrakech today, and you are free to depart at any time. From desert camps and oasis landscapes to medina flavours and waterfall scenery, this trip ends with a rich final impression of southern Morocco.

Finish: Marrakech Meals: Breakfast
Tour Details

What’s Included

Everything already arranged for a smooth and memorable journey through Marrakech and the Sahara.

Included Experiences

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Marrakech
  • Your Foodie Moment: Tanjia Cooking Class, Marrakech
  • Film Studio visit in Ouarzazate
  • Welcome Tea and bonfire at Erg Lihoudi desert camp
  • A camel ride and 4x4 jeep excursion to desert oasis camp
  • Cooking class in Marrakech
  • Food tasting in the medina
  • Tea on terrace overlooking Jemaa El Fnaa
  • Visit to Jardin Secret or Bahia Palace
  • Local bakery stop for some moroccan bread
  • Tanjia pots lunch
  • Visit to Ouzoud, an oasis waterfall
  • Dinner in Jamaa Fnaa Square food stall
  • Free time in Marrakech
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotels (2 nts), Desert Camp (2 nts), Traditional Riad (3 nts).

Meals

7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners Allow USD110-145 for meals not included.

Transportation

Private vehicle, walking, 4x4.

Staff & Experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Available Extras

Add these to your tour when you book.

Hot Air Balloon Marrakech - From $225.00 Start early and watch the sunrise over Marrakech’s red earth, palm groves, and wide-open landscapes from a hot air balloon. Afterwards, enjoy an authentic Amazigh breakfast in a traditional Moroccan tent. Please note: if you book this activity on the final day of your tour, it will finish around 10:00 AM. We recommend scheduling your departure flight no earlier than 1:00 PM to allow enough time to reach the airport.
My Own Room - From $419.00 If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.
Tia E.
Traveled September 29 Verified

Our short time in Morocco was a joy thanks to Oulaid. We had an amazing trip and will hopefully return soon to see the rest of what Morocco has to offer.

Danielle H.
Traveled September 29 Verified

A great balance of adventure and culture of Morocco.

Bradley W.
Traveled September 27 Verified

I had an amazing experience travelling with OneTrip Morocco. I had the opportunity to meet new people from all around the world, discover a new country and do things that I never imagined that I would ever do in my life. This was my first OneTrip Morocco tour and it exceeded my expectations.

Selena M.
Traveled September 27 Verified

This OneTrip Morocco trip was also the first time I experienced group travel. My experience in Morocco exceeded any expectations I had. Our CEO Youssef went above and beyond on our tour and his love for his country radiated throughout the journey.

Patrick G.
Traveled September 24 Verified

An adventurous tour with a great CEO and a great group of people.

Gurveer B.
Traveled September 24 Verified

It was great!

Dubhe U.
Traveled September 23 Verified

I have never been to Morocco and this trip was an amazing introduction to it. The pace was great and we experienced so many new places, food and people.

Mark S.
Traveled September 22 Verified

The tour was very interesting and covered a lot in the week. Sahara was definitely an experience, the camel ride and 4x4 were great. Mid-September was still very hot, so if you struggle with heat, cooler months may be better.

Valerie R.
Traveled September 22 Verified

Excellent overall, but I would not recommend the second basic desert camp based on our experience there.

Hannah R.
Traveled September 19 Verified

Some great highlights, but disappointing due to the CEO behaviour and overall experience. I would not personally recommend this tour.

Anthony M.
Traveled September 19 Verified

Culture shock, but definitely memorable.

Alexis V.
Traveled May 28 Verified

This trip overall was amazing. It was a good mix of city and desert. The tour guides were amazing and really made you feel welcomed and part of the culture.

Karen L.
Traveled May 20 Verified

Although short, I loved my time in Morocco. Sharing the experience with a small group of awesome people from around the world added so much joy to the trip.

Mairi M.
Traveled May 20 Verified

I had a great adventure, explored beautiful places and learned a lot about Moroccan culture thanks to the wonderful guides.

Joana D.
Traveled May 20 Verified

It was a beautiful experience. Having such a detailed insight into Morocco from a local tour guide was truly delightful.

Jessica G.
Traveled May 20 Verified

This was the best experience of my life. The itinerary had the perfect combination of rustic desert camping and exciting city visits.

Miriam W.
Traveled May 7 Verified

I truly enjoyed Morocco and learned a lot about the culture and food. The Sahara trip was so fun and we were well looked after.

Morice K.
Traveled May 7 Verified

Very good itinerary for the time we had. Some days were long, but that is what made the experience unique and worthwhile.

Elizabeth E.
Traveled March 21 Verified

Fantastic, very memorable and great fun. It took me out of my comfort zone in the best way and will stay with me forever.

Madeleine B.
Traveled March 20 Verified

It was truly an educational experience made even more interesting by our very knowledgeable CEO.

Julie M.
Traveled March 20 Verified

Totally amazing and insightful. The knowledge of our guide made the trip so memorable.

Michelle C.
Traveled March 20 Verified

Wow, amazing experience. A fabulous immersion into the fascinating and beautiful country of Morocco, its people, geography, heritage, architecture, history and culture.

Stefanie D.
Traveled March 20 Verified

A well-organized tour with beautiful stops and activities. It is a lovely country with friendly and funny people, definitely worth visiting again.

Isabel A.
Traveled March 19 Verified

Fantastic.

Ellen G.
Traveled March 18 Verified

I had a great time. Our CEO Mouna made the trip magical, kept us on schedule, taught us about the culture, and introduced us to amazing local people.

David M.
Traveled March 18 Verified

I had a really great experience and thought the tour was lots of fun and great value for money.

Susan G.
Traveled March 17 Verified

For me, it was the experience of a lifetime. A real adventure, especially camping in the desert and trekking across the Sahara on a camel.

Katharina S.
Traveled March 17 Verified

Good experience. I would definitely book again with OneTrip Morocco.

Patrick R.
Traveled March 16 Verified

Wonderful and varied experiences ranging from the Sahara Desert to Marrakech. Camping in the desert was a unique highlight.

John S.
Traveled March 14 Verified

An excellent mix of destinations with great leadership. I learned so much and was very happy with the tour.

Susan C.
Traveled March 14 Verified

An adventure that captures Morocco’s culture and diverse landscapes, from sand dunes one day to snow-capped mountains the next.

Antonio S.
Traveled March 13 Verified

Really good experience. I enjoyed the tour and loved visiting places beyond the typical crowded sites.

Alessandra A.
Traveled March 13 Verified

It was an authentic experience and I appreciated it a lot.

Susan B.
Traveled March 12 Verified

A fun holiday to an exciting place.

Amy G.
Traveled March 11 Verified

I loved the time in the Sahara. We were unable to stay overnight in tents due to a wind storm, but that was all part of the adventure.

Wendy H.
Traveled March 10 Verified

The adventure everyone should do once in their life. The desert stay pushed our comfort boundaries, but that made it even more memorable.

Johan E.
Traveled March 9 Verified

Fun trip, fun group, fun guides.

Liliana D.
Traveled March 7 Verified

I really enjoyed the trip. I loved the desert and it was a truly unique experience. The drives were long, but worth it for the destination.

Nancy M.
Traveled March 6 Verified

From Marrakech to the vast Sahara Desert, we shared unforgettable adventures. Camel rides, cooking classes, birthday celebrations, and even sandstorms created lasting memories.

Sandra T.
Traveled March 6 Verified

Fantastic.

Elizabeth M.
Traveled March 3 Verified

Had a great time and would highly recommend.

Mary S.
Traveled March 2 Verified

An experience I will never forget. I also really enjoyed the local insights from Marouane.

Patricia E.
Traveled February 27 Verified

An adventure from start to finish.

Marissa G.
Traveled February 27 Verified

OneTrip Morocco made experiencing Morocco incredible. Every part of the trip was well organized and helped make the culture feel seamless and fun to explore.

Jodie L.
Traveled February 26 Verified

This trip was a really good way to explore the Sahara and parts of Morocco that would have otherwise been a hassle to plan.

Irene S.
Traveled February 20 Verified

A fabulous tour, very well organized, with extremely nice staff everywhere. A real adventure.

Bethan M.
Traveled February 19 Verified

I experienced things I would never have experienced on my own, and it was so nice to have an adventure without the constant planning.

Ainhoa S.
Traveled February 19 Verified

It was great fun to experience something new and do things you would not normally do. A great experience.

Katriona L.
Traveled February 17 Verified

Incredible experience with a great local guide and a lovely group of strangers turned friends.

Sean M.
Traveled February 13 Verified

I would strongly recommend it and would not hesitate to book another trip through OneTrip Morocco.

Darlene V.
Traveled February 10 Verified

Once in a lifetime, excellent trip.

Sarah C.
Traveled February 10 Verified

Wonderful trip. I would highly recommend this to others. Hachim was amazing.

Noorjahan S.
Traveled February 5 Verified

Very good generally, and I have travelled on similar small-group adventures before.

Norbert A.
Traveled February 4 Verified

It was our first group tour ever, and we liked it very much. We would do it again.

Richard M.
Traveled February 1 Verified

Fantastic trip with a great guide and great people.

Thomas D.
Traveled November 27 Verified

Amazing opportunity to meet like-minded people and experience incredible things with them.

Michael D.
Traveled November 25 Verified

Great trip to see southern Morocco and experience the Sahara in less than a week. With a good guide, the experience becomes even better.

Tracy E.
Traveled November 25 Verified

A fabulous trip on which I learned a lot, saw a lot and laughed a lot.

Ian E.
Traveled November 25 Verified

Excellent experience that provides an insight into the history, culture and people of Morocco.

Juliana L.
Traveled November 24 Verified

As a solo female traveler, this was a wonderful option. It was nice to have an itinerary laid out and still be able to adventure and learn about local life with ease.

Gregory Y.
Traveled November 14 Verified

A very interesting adventure to a landscape and culture I may not have experienced in as much detail without the guidance of the tour.

Avery R.
Traveled November 14 Verified

Camping in the Sahara was an unparalleled experience. The guides made us feel welcomed into their culture and home territory.

Michael L.
Traveled November 12 Verified

A good first-time experience of Morocco with a lot packed in.

Katie M.
Traveled November 4 Verified

I had a fantastic time in Morocco: great companions, delicious food, and so much to learn thanks to our brilliant CEO.

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March 2026
Sat, 21 Mar - Wed, 01 Apr
Sold Out
Sat, 28 Mar - Wed, 08 Apr
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April 2026
Sat, 04 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr
1 Available
$979
Sat, 11 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
1 Available
$979
Sat, 18 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
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Sat, 25 Apr - Wed, 06 May
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May 2026
Sat, 09 May - Wed, 20 May
Sold Out
Sat, 16 May - Wed, 27 May
Sold Out
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 03 Jun
5 Available
$930
Sat, 30 May - Wed, 10 Jun
7 Available
$930
June 2026
Sat, 06 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
7+ Available
$852
Sat, 13 Jun - Wed, 24 Jun
5 Available
$852
July 2026
Sat, 18 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul
7+ Available
$832
August 2026
Sat, 15 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
7+ Available
$813
Sat, 29 Aug - Wed, 09 Sep
7 Available
$813
September 2026
Sat, 05 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
7+ Available
$1077
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7+ Available
$1077
Sat, 19 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
7+ Available
$1077
Mon, 21 Sep - Fri, 02 Oct
7+ Available
$1077
Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 07 Oct
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$1077
October 2026
Sat, 03 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Sold Out
Sat, 10 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Sold Out
Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
6 Available
$1145
Sat, 24 Oct - Wed, 04 Nov
7+ Available
$1145
Sat, 31 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
7+ Available
$1145
November 2026
Sat, 07 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
7+ Available
$1175
Sat, 14 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
7+ Available
$1175
Sat, 21 Nov - Wed, 02 Dec
7+ Available
$1175
Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 04 Dec
7+ Available
$1175
Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 09 Dec
7+ Available
$1175
December 2026
Sat, 05 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
7+ Available
$979
Sat, 12 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec
7+ Available
$979
Sat, 19 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
7+ Available
$979
Sat, 26 Dec - Wed, 06 Jan
7+ Available
$979
January 2027
Sat, 02 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan
7+ Available
$1106
Sat, 09 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
7+ Available
$1106
Sat, 16 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
7+ Available
$1106
Sat, 23 Jan - Wed, 03 Feb
7+ Available
$1106
Sat, 30 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
7+ Available
$1106
February 2027
Sat, 06 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
7+ Available
$1028
Sat, 13 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
7+ Available
$1028
Sat, 20 Feb - Wed, 03 Mar
7+ Available
$1028
Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
7+ Available
$1028
March 2027
Sat, 06 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
7+ Available
$979
Mon, 08 Mar - Fri, 19 Mar
7+ Available
$979
Mon, 15 Mar - Fri, 26 Mar
7+ Available
$979
Sat, 20 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar
7+ Available
$979
Sat, 27 Mar - Wed, 07 Apr
7+ Available
$979
April 2027
Sat, 03 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr
7+ Available
$979
Mon, 05 Apr - Fri, 16 Apr
7+ Available
$979
Mon, 12 Apr - Fri, 23 Apr
7+ Available
$979
Sat, 17 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
7+ Available
$979
Sat, 24 Apr - Wed, 05 May
7+ Available
$979

Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a OneTrip Morocco group tour.

FAQ

Questions about this tour

Everything you need to know before booking. If you still have questions, contact us anytime.

What’s included in the tour price?
Usually included: accommodation, transport, guided experiences, and selected meals. Inclusions can vary depending on the tour—please check the tour page for exact details.
Do you offer private tours?
Yes. We create private Morocco tours for couples, families, and friends. Share your dates and preferences, and we’ll tailor the itinerary.
How do I book and secure my spot?
Click Check Availability, choose your dates, and confirm with the deposit. The remaining balance is paid before the tour starts (based on the booking terms).
Can you arrange airport pickup?
Yes. We can arrange airport pickup in major cities such as Marrakech, Casablanca, and Agadir. Send your flight details after booking.
What should I pack for Morocco?
Bring comfortable walking shoes, light layers, sunscreen, and a jacket for evenings (especially in the desert). For religious sites, pack clothing that covers shoulders and knees.
How can I contact you before booking?
Email us at [email protected] and we’ll get back to you quickly.

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