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Ana Martínez🇪🇸 Sevilla, Spain · 18 contributions
★★★★★
“A very well-organised route”
The trip was comfortable, flexible and very well organised. The guide knew every place and helped us at all times.
Private tour from Essaouira
3 Days from Essaouira to the Desert
- Private transport
- Professional guide
- Accommodation included
- Local experiences
From €210/ person
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Duration3 days / 2 nights
DepartureEssaouira
RouteEssaouira → Ouarzazate → Zagora → Marrakech
GroupPrivate
LanguageSpanish / English
PriceFrom €210/person
3days
2nights
1night in the desert
≈ 927 kmin a private vehicle
Route map
From Essaouira to Marrakech. The orange dots show where you sleep each night.
- 1Essaouira
- 2Marrakech
- 3Tizi n'Tichka
- 4Ait Benhaddou
- 5OuarzazateNight of day 1
- 6Agdz
- 7Draa Valley
- 8ZagoraNight of day 2
Day-by-day itinerary
Indicative itinerary: times and stops adapt to your pace. Approximate distances and driving times, not counting stops.
Day 1Essaouira → Marrakech → Tizi n'Tichka → Ait Benhaddou → Ouarzazate
≈ 405 km · 7 h 30 min drivingHotel or riad in OuarzazateNo meals included
Pick-up around 8:00 am at your hotel or riad in Essaouira (we can also pick you up at the airport). Departure in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Marrakech, the red city: Jemaa el-Fna square, the Koutoubia mosque and the souks of the medina.
We cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260 m), with viewpoints over valleys, adobe Berber villages and peaks that are snow-capped in winter.
Walking visit of the ksar of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the setting for films such as Gladiator and series such as Game of Thrones. We climb up to the fortified granary to see the whole Ounila valley.
Ouarzazate, the “gateway to the desert”: view of the Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas film studios, where dozens of international productions have been shot.
We stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the way (lunch not included) and for photos at the viewpoints you like best.
Arrival in Ouarzazate in the afternoon and overnight at the accommodation.
Visits and stops
- Marrakech
- Tizi n'Tichka
- Ait Benhaddou
- Ouarzazate
Day 2Ouarzazate → Agdz → Draa Valley → Zagora
≈ 163 km · 2 h 45 min drivingCamp in the Zagora dunesBreakfast and dinner
Breakfast and departure from Ouarzazate towards Agdz.
Agdz and the Jbel Kissane viewpoint, at the entrance to the Draa Valley.
The Draa Valley, Morocco's longest palm grove (around 200 km), with kasbahs and ksour along the river.
We stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the way (lunch not included) and for photos at the viewpoints you like best.
In Zagora the camel ride to the camp among the dunes awaits us, in time for sunset. Traditional dinner, Berber music by the fire and a night in a tent.
Visits and stops
- Agdz
- Draa Valley
- Camel ride and night in the desert
Day 3Zagora → Agdz → Ouarzazate → Marrakech
≈ 359 km · 6 h 45 min drivingEnd of tourBreakfast
We get up early to watch the sunrise from the top of the dunes. Breakfast at the camp and return by camel (or 4x4) to the guesthouse, where there are showers and we pick up the luggage. Departure towards Agdz.
Agdz and the Jbel Kissane viewpoint, at the entrance to the Draa Valley.
Ouarzazate, the “gateway to the desert”: view of the Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas film studios, where dozens of international productions have been shot.
We cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260 m), with viewpoints over valleys, adobe Berber villages and peaks that are snow-capped in winter.
Marrakech, the red city: Jemaa el-Fna square, the Koutoubia mosque and the souks of the medina.
We stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the way (lunch not included) and for photos at the viewpoints you like best.
Arrival in Marrakech in the late afternoon and transfer to your hotel, riad or the airport. End of our services. See you soon!
Visits and stops
- Agdz
- Ouarzazate
- Marrakech
Route description
Private 3-day route from Essaouira to discover Morocco, the Sahara desert, kasbahs, oases and imperial cities with a flexible itinerary. A private, flexible route organised by our local Berber team.
Easy booking
How to book this tour
No middlemen: you talk directly to our local team in Merzouga.
- 1
Write to us
Send us your dates, the number of people and the type of accommodation (standard, superior or luxury) by WhatsApp or email.
- 2
Get your proposal
We send you the adapted itinerary and the final price per person, with no obligation. We can change stops, nights or the final city.
- 3
Confirm the booking
When you're happy, we confirm the booking and explain how to pay and the conditions.
- 4
Have a great trip!
We pick you up on the first day at your hotel, riad or the airport. During the trip you have 24/7 assistance on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
Questions and answers
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Ask on WhatsAppIs this tour from Essaouira private?
Yes. All our routes from Essaouira are private, with an exclusive vehicle, a professional driver/guide and flexible timings.
Can the itinerary be adapted?
Yes. We can adapt the days, accommodation, stops, camp and final city to suit your trip.
What does the price include?
It usually includes private transport, driver/guide, fuel, accommodation along the route and WhatsApp assistance.
Is there standard or luxury accommodation?
Yes. We offer standard, superior or luxury hotels, riads and camps to suit your budget.
What time does the tour start and where do you pick us up?
We usually leave around 8:00 am. We pick you up at your hotel or riad in Essaouira; if you arrive by plane the same day, we can pick you up at the airport and adjust the departure time.
How many hours of driving are there each day?
Approximate driving times, not counting stops: day 1: 7 h 30 min; day 2: 2 h 45 min; day 3: 6 h 45 min. We stop whenever you need for photos, a rest or a meal.
Where do we sleep each night?
night 1: Hotel or riad in Ouarzazate; night 2: Camp in the Zagora dunes. You can choose standard, superior or luxury category.
Where does the tour end?
The tour ends in Marrakech, at your hotel, riad or the airport. If you'd rather finish in another city, we adapt the route.
How do I book?
Write to us on WhatsApp (+212 673 85 10 91) or by email (nomad.berber@gmail.com) with your dates, the number of people and the type of accommodation. We'll send you the proposal with the final price and, when you confirm, explain how to pay.
Does the price depend on the number of people?
Yes. The “from” price is per person and varies with group size, season and accommodation category. The larger the group, the cheaper it is per person.
What should I bring for the night in the desert?
A small backpack with what you need for one night: warm clothes (it gets cool at night, especially from November to March), a torch or charged phone, a power bank, sunglasses, sunscreen, a scarf for the sand and comfortable shoes. Your big luggage stays at the guesthouse or in the vehicle.
Does the camp have a bathroom?
The superior and luxury camps have tents with a private bathroom and shower. At the standard camp the bathrooms are shared. Tell us which you prefer when booking.
Is this tour suitable for children and older people?
Yes. As it's a private tour, we adapt the pace, the stops and the length of the camel ride. We can also replace the camel with a 4x4 if you prefer.
Travellers' comments
Reviews of our routes from Essaouira
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JL
Javier López🇲🇽 Mexico · 12 contributions
★★★★★
“An authentic experience in Morocco”
We loved the landscapes, the stops and the night in the desert. Communication on WhatsApp was quick and clear.
SK
Sarah Klein🇩🇪 Hamburgo, Germany · 27 contributions
★★★★★
“Excellent guide and comfortable vehicle”
Everything went perfectly. The vehicle was comfortable, the hotels good and the guide very professional. Recommended.
Would you like to adapt this route?
We can change hotels, the pace of the trip, stops and the accommodation category to suit your budget.