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Music & recording · 6 days · 5 nights
6-Day Music & Desert Recording Tour from Marrakech
This private 6-day tour combines the magic of southern Morocco with a unique music recording experience.
Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Starts
Marrakech
Ends
Marrakech
Format
Private, with your own driver
Tour overview.
This private 6-day tour combines the magic of southern Morocco with a unique music recording experience. Travel from Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains to Ouarzazate, visit Sahara Records, record in the deserts of Ouzina with a mobile studio, and enjoy a professional studio session back in Ouarzazate before returning to Marrakech.
Ideal for musicians, bands, or music enthusiasts looking to create authentic Saharan sounds.
Day
01
~4–5 hrs drive
Marrakech → Ouarzazate
Pick-up from your hotel or airport in Marrakech. Scenic drive via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass over the High Atlas Mountains. Arrival in Ouarzazate; visit the city and check-in at your accommodation. Evening briefing about the upcoming studio sessions.Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Day
02
~1–2 hrs
Ouarzazate → Sahara Records → Studio Session
Morning visit to Sahara Records for a guided tour of the studio and equipment. Meet local musicians and discuss collaborative ideas. First recording session at the studio with mobile recording equipment. Evening at leisure in Ouarzazate.Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Day
03
~3–4 hrs drive
Ouarzazate → Desert Ouzina
Depart for the desert of Ouzina, passing through scenic palm groves and small villages. Arrival in the desert; set up mobile studio for recording. Sunset session capturing ambient desert sounds. Dinner under the stars and overnight in a desert camp.
Day
04
Full Day Recording in Desert Ouzina
Sunrise recording session in the dunes. Spend the day recording music, sounds, and videos with professional mobile studio setup. Optional desert walk or camel ride for inspiration. Evening recording session or jam around a campfire.Overnight in desert camp.
Day
05
~3–4 hrs drive
Desert Ouzina → Ouarzazate
Morning recording or wrap-up session in the desert. Drive back to Ouarzazate. Final studio session at Sahara Records to polish recordings and mix tracks. Evening at leisure in Ouarzazate.Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Day
06
~4–5 hrs drive
Ouarzazate → Marrakech
Depart Ouarzazate and drive back to Marrakech. Stop for photos at scenic points in the Atlas Mountains. Drop-off at your Marrakech hotel or airport.
Good to know.
Best time to travel.
Spring (Mar–May) & Autumn (Sep–Nov) for mild weather and comfortable desert nights.
Nothing here is fixed.
Itinerary is flexible and can be customized based on recording needs, number of musicians, or travel preferences.
What's included
- Private 4×4 vehicle with A/C + fuel
- English-speaking driver/guide
- 5 nights in hotels/desert camps
- Studio visits and mobile recording sessions
- Daily breakfasts + selected dinners
Not included
- Lunches & drinks
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses & tips
Let's plan this trip together.
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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