Aït Ben Haddou Trip Overview
The Sahara desert is not an excursion from Marrakech. The distance makes us need to travel to Merzouga and return, so we need at least one night on the way if we really want to enjoy the desert.
Then, we can contemplate the sunrise and the sunset and enjoy the tranquility. You have also, the whole afternoon to carry out all kinds of activities; buggies, sandboard, dromedaries, etc.
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* Duration: 2 days 6 hours
* Starts: Aït Ben Haddou, Morocco
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Aït Ben Haddou, Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco
The Sahara desert is not an excursion from Marrakech. The distance makes us need to travel to Merzouga and return, so we need at least one night on the way if we really want to enjoy the desert.
Then, we can contemplate the sunrise and the sunset and enjoy the tranquility. You have also, the whole afternoon to carry out all kinds of activities; buggies, sandboard, dromedaries, etc.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, Douar Ait Ben Haddou, Ait Ben Haddou 45000 Morocco
The Ksar of Aït Ben Haddou is the best preserved set of kasbahs in Morocco. The setting for a multitude of films by Hollywood production companies and many other international production companies. An essential visit in this tour.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: Taourirt Kasbah, Avenue Mohammed V, Ouarzazate 45000 Morocco
Exteriors of the kasbah Taourirt and the old palace of the Pasha in Marrakech. Old town of Ouarzazate.
Stop At: Vue Panoramique Boumalne, Boumalne Dades Morocco
Panoramic view from the highest part of the Boumalne Dades mountains, where you can take pictures and observe the riverbed and the surroundings.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Gargantas del Todra, Tinerhir 45800 Morocco
The Todra Gorges are an obligatory stop on the way to Merzouga. We will make a one-hour stop to explore the riverbed, contemplate the mountains and take some photos.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Merzouga Desert, Merzouga Morocco
We will arrive in the desert before lunch. This is the only way to enjoy the desert. The sunset and the sunrise the next day are two shows that we cannot miss. During the hot months, we can relax in the pool in the hours when the dunes are not accessible.
Duration: 20 hours
