Ahwach World Beats Festival Tour — Ouarzazate
Dive into the rich rhythms of Morocco’s Atlas region with our Ahwach World Beats Festival Tour.
Classic · 3 days · 2 nights
Starting in Errachidia, this private desert tour takes you deep into the Sahara at Merzouga.
Duration
3 days · 2 nights
Starts
Errachidia
Ends
Marrakech
Format
Private, with your own driver
Starting in Errachidia, this private desert tour takes you deep into the Sahara at Merzouga. Ride camels at sunrise & sunset, explore nomadic life, visit the wild lake near the dunes, and then journey back through iconic kasbahs and over the High Atlas via the Tizi‑n’Tichka Pass. It’s a compact yet unforgettable desert experience blended with culture and scenery
Day
01
≈ 2 hrs drive
Pick up from your accommodation or the airport in Errachidia. Drive south to the Sahara dunes of Merzouga. First evening camel ride at sunset into the dunes. Dinner & overnight in the luxury desert camp.
Day
02
Sunrise over the desert dunes. Breakfast at camp. Visit a nomadic tent community & old kohl (eyeliner) mine. Stop by the Khamlia village for Gnaoua music and culture. Lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, stroll through the palm groves and visit the seasonal wild lake near Merzouga. More dunes & sunset. Overnight in the desert camp.
Day
03
≈ 9 hrs drive with stops
Early sunrise; breakfast at camp. Depart Merzouga, stop en route at Ouarzazate and the UNESCO‑listed Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah. Cross the High Atlas via Tizi‑n’Tichka Pass. Arrive in Marrakech by evening. Drop off at your hotel or airport.
Spring (March‑May) & Autumn (September‑November) are ideal — mild days, clear skies, cooler nights. Summer days in the desert can be very hot; winter nights can be cold, especially at altitude.
This itinerary is a suggestion. We can tailor the trip to your interests, add activities (like ATV, extra stops), or adjust the pace. Just contact us for customization.
Every journey is shaped to the people on it. Tell us your dates, your pace, and what pulls you here — we’ll come back with a tailored itinerary and a clear quote.
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