5-Day Mount Toubkal & Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech
Mount Toubkal & Merzouga Desert
5 Days
Max 15 People
Moderate
5.0
About This Journey
Experience the best of Morocco on this 5-day adventure combining a guided Mount Toubkal trek with a Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech.
Combine Morocco's two most iconic adventures on this unforgettable 5-day tour from Marrakech. Climb Mount Toubkal (4,167m), the highest peak in North Africa, with experienced local mountain guides before journeying through the High Atlas Mountains to discover Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Todra Gorge, and the spectacular dunes of Merzouga. This tour blends mountain trekking, Berber culture, desert landscapes, and UNESCO World Heritage sites into one complete Moroccan experience. Perfect for travelers looking to combine a Mount Toubkal trek and Sahara Desert tour in a single itinerary.
What's Included
Pickup and return transport from Marrakech
Professional mountain guide for Mount Toubkal
Mule transport for luggage during the trek
1 night in Toubkal Refuge
Private transport with AC
1 night in Dades Valley hotel
1 night in Merzouga desert camp
All meals during the Mount Toubkal trek
Breakfasts & dinners during the desert tour
Local support team
Itinerary
Day 1:
Marrakech – Imlil – Sidi Chamharouch – Toubkal Refuge (3,200m)
Your adventure begins with an 8:00 AM pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech. After a scenic drive to Imlil (1,740m), you will meet your local mountain guide and mule team. The trek follows the beautiful Ait Mizane Valley to Sidi Chamharouch (2,400m), where lunch is served. Continue ascending to the Toubkal Refuge (3,200m), your base for the night before summit day. Dinner and overnight stay at the refuge.
Walking time: 5–6 hours
Day 2:
Mount Toubkal Summit (4,167m) – Imlil – Marrakech
Begin before sunrise for the ascent of Mount Toubkal (4,167m), the highest peak in North Africa. From the summit, enjoy spectacular views over the High Atlas Mountains, Anti-Atlas Mountains, and the Sahara Desert. Descend to the refuge for lunch before continuing down to Imlil. Meet your driver and transfer back to Marrakech for an overnight stay.
Walking time: 8–10 hours
Day 3:
Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
After breakfast, depart Marrakech and travel across the High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah before continuing through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses. Arrive in Dades Valley for dinner and overnight accommodation.
Driving time: 7–8 hours
Day 4:
Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Sahara Desert
Travel through some of Morocco's most dramatic landscapes towards the Sahara Desert. Stop at Todra Gorge before continuing to Merzouga and the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy a magical desert sunset and spend the night in a traditional desert camp beneath the stars.
Driving time: 5–6 hours
Day 5:
Merzouga – Marrakech
Wake early to witness sunrise over the Sahara Desert before breakfast. Begin the return journey to Marrakech through changing desert and mountain landscapes. Arrival in Marrakech is expected in the evening.
Driving time: 8–9 hours
From €390/person
Price per person (varies by group size)
Pricing by Group Size
| Group Size | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | 750/person |
| 2-3 people | 590/person |
| 4-6 people | 490/person |
| 7-15 people | 390/person |
Duration5 Days
Difficulty
Moderate
Group SizeMax 15
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