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Circuit in the Desert of the Sahara in Morocco
Sahara desert circuits from Marrakech cost between £280 and £560 per person all-inclusive. Riad Vendôme organises 2 to 4-day circuits towards Merzouga, Zagora and the Grand South, including riad accommodation, transport, bivouac, meals and camel ride.
Imagine. The sun sinking over the dunes, the absolute silence of the Sahara, the sand still warm beneath your bare feet. A camel caravan silhouetted on the horizon. Tonight, you'll sleep under a sky where every star seems within reach. Riad Vendôme organises your desert circuit from A to Z, departing from Marrakech: Merzouga, Zagora or the Grand South, 2 to 4 days, for couples, families or groups of up to 20 guests. All-inclusive packages from £280 per person.
The Moroccan Sahara : an experience that change a vie
Some journeys change you. The Sahara is one of them. When the last paved road disappears and the first dunes appear on the horizon, something happens: time slows down, silence envelops everything, and the immensity of the landscape reminds you how vast and beautiful the world is. Whether you choose the towering dunes of Merzouga (Morocco's highest, up to 150m) or the wild desert of Zagora and its Chigaga dunes, each circuit is an invitation to contemplation and wonder.
Your trip starts at Riad Vendôme
Eric, the French owner of the riad, personally organises each circuit. No anonymous tour operator, no 50-seater bus: your excursion is tailor-made, with a professional driver we have known for years. Back from the desert, Riad Vendôme awaits you with its oriental hammam, heated rooftop jacuzzi and candlelit dinner in the patio — the perfect contrast after the immensity of the Sahara.
What circuit desert choose ? Comparatif complete
| Circuit | Duration | Destinations | Highlights | Prices from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zagora | 2 days/1 night | Ouarzazate, Draa Valley, Zagora | Shortest, ideal for families | 280 £ |
| Merzouga | 3 days / 2n | Gorges of the Todra, Erfoud, Erg Chebbi | The highest dunes in Morocco | 380 £ |
| Merzouga Long | 4 days/3 nights | Todra, Merzouga, Draa Valley | Most popular circuit | 380 £ |
| Merzouga + Zagora | 4 days/3 nights | Erg Chebbi, Djebel Saghro, Zagora | 2 deserts en 1 voyage | 560 £ |
| Grand Sud 4×4 | 4 days/3 nights | Merzouga, Zagora by 4×4 private | Aventure, pistes sahariennes | 490 £ |
(*) Price per person, package all included incluant stay at Riad Vendôme. Minimum 2 guests.
Circuit Merzouga : the dunes mythiques of the Erg Chebbi
Morocco's most iconic circuit. In 3 days, you'll cross the High Atlas via the vertiginous Tichka Pass, discover the Todra Gorges (a breathtaking 300m canyon), and reach the legendary Erg Chebbi dunes. At sunset, you'll ride by camel to the bivouac, where a Berber dinner under a nomad tent awaits. The next morning, the sunrise over the golden dunes is a sight you'll never forget.
› Voir the programme complete Merzouga 3 days | › Version 4 days
Zagora Circuit: Adventure Off the Beaten Track
For those seeking authenticity, Zagora is a revelation. The road crosses the Draa Valley, Morocco's longest palm grove, where rammed-earth villages seem frozen in time. Beyond Zagora, the track leads to the great Chigaga dunes, among the most impressive and least visited in the Sahara. No crowds: just you, the sand and the stars. In just 2 days, it's the ideal circuit if your time is limited.
› Voir the programme complete Zagora
The Grand Tour : Merzouga + Zagora en 4 days
Why choose when you can see it all? The Grand Tour combines both deserts in 4 days of adventure. You'll spend two nights in bivouacs, cross the spectacular Djebel Saghro with its lunar landscapes, and discover the full diversity of southern Morocco: gorges, palm groves, oases, dunes and kasbahs. It's our most complete circuit and the favourite of experienced travellers.
› Programme Merzouga + Zagora | › Version 4×4 private
Packages all included : riad + circuit desert
| Package | Description | Price / pers. |
|---|---|---|
| Package Zagora | 5 days/4 nights — 3 nights Riad Vendôme + 2 days/1 night desert Zagora | 280 £ |
| Package Merzouga | 6 days/5 nights — 3 nights Riad Vendôme + 3 days/2 nights desert Merzouga | 380 £ |
| Package Grand Tour | 7 days/6 nights — 3 nights Riad Vendôme + 4 days/3 nights Merzouga + Zagora | 560 £ |
(*) Min. 2 guests. Inclut : accommodation riad with small-lunch, transport, full board circuit, bivouac, camel, visites.
This that each package includes
Airport transfer, accommodation at Riad Vendôme with petits-lunchs Moroccans, transport by minibus air-conditioned or 4×4 private, full board during the circuit (lunchs and dinners), nights en bivouac or hotel, rides by camel, visites de kasbahs and guides locaux. Optional : quad in the dunes, sandboarding, transport by 4×4 private, spa sessions on return.
Contact Eric for your circuit tailor-made
Send your dates, the number of participants and your preferences by WhatsApp at +212 600 608 608. You'll receive a personalised programme and detailed quote within 3 hours. No deposit, no nasty surprises: just an unforgettable journey in the Sahara.
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This that our travellers en disent
« A experience unforgettable. Le bivouac under the stars, the Gnaoua music, the sunrise on the dunes… Eric a organised each detail with treatment. On recommande to 100%. »
« The New Year's Eve in the desert of Merzouga restera our more beau souvenir de voyage. Le meal was delicious, the magical atmosphere, and the silence of the Sahara to minight… indescriptible. Thank you Eric ! »
« Circuit Zagora as a couple — 3 days de pur bonheur. The riad is sublime, the desert grandiose, and Eric is a host exceptionnel. Rapport quality-prices imbattable. On reviendra for the Nouvel An ! »
« We have done the Grand Tour Merzouga + Zagora with family (2 enfants). The enfants have loved the camels and the bivouac. The journey is long but the landscapes are to couper the souffle. The riad is a real cocon on return. »
› Lire all guest reviews | Rated 4.1/5 on Google and TripAdvisor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best period for a circuit in the desert Moroccan ?
The best period runs from October to April, with full days at 20-30°C and fresh nights in the desert. Spring (March-April) offers the most beautiful light for photography. Avoid June to September when temperatures exceed 45°C.
How much does it cost a circuit in the desert au departure of Marrakech ?
All-inclusive packages (riad + circuit) start from £280/person for Zagora (2 days/1 night) and go up to £560 for the Grand Tour Merzouga + Zagora (4 days/3 nights). These prices include accommodation at Riad Vendôme, transport, meals and bivouac nights.
Is the circuit suitable for families with children?
Yes, the ride by camel and the night in a bivouac are of the experiences unforgettables for children. For families with gamenes enfants, we recommend the circuit Zagora 2 days/1 night, more court. The circuits are adaptables depending on the age of children.
Can you do a desert circuit as a group ?
Absolutely. The Riad Vendôme organise of the circuits for groups of 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 20 guests. The riad can be private hire (up to 45 guests) and the circuit is organised by minibus air-conditioned. Tarifs sliding-scale from 6 guests.
What is the difference between Merzouga and Zagora ?
Merzouga has the dunes of the Erg Chebbi, the highest in Morocco (150m), golden and spectacular. Zagora offers a wilder, less touristy desert, with the Chigaga dunes and the Draa Valley. Merzouga is more accessible in 3 days, Zagora in 2.
Le Riad Vendôme is classified by the Moroccan Ministry of Tourism.