Description:

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the magical Sahara Desert on this 3-day private tour from Marrakech. Witness breathtaking landscapes, including the High Atlas Mountains, the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, and the towering sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga. Experience an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration around a campfire under a starry desert sky, with traditional Berber music and local hospitality.

Highlights

• Traverse the scenic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass
• Visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Explore the dramatic Todgha Gorge and lush Draa Valley
• Camel trek through the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga
• Celebrate New Year’s Eve with traditional Berber music and a campfire in the desert
• Witness a magical sunrise over the dunes

Program Details:

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Roses Valley – Dades Valley

Depart from your Marrakech accommodation and journey through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Stop to visit the historic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most famous landmarks. After exploring the kasbah, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Continue through the scenic Roses Valley and arrive at Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.” Dinner and overnight at a local hotel.

Travel: 5–6 hours

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todgha Gorge – Merzouga Desert

Begin your day with a drive to the Todgha Gorge, famous for its towering limestone cliffs. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the gorge and have lunch in Tinejdad. Proceed to Merzouga, where the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes await. Upon arrival, embark on a camel trek to the heart of the desert, enjoying the mesmerizing sunset along the way. Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the desert camp with a festive dinner, live Berber music, and dancing around a campfire under the starlit sky. Overnight in a traditional Berber tent.

Travel: 5–6 hours

Day 3: Merzouga – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Rise early to witness the magical sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast at the camp, ride your camel back to the hotel for a refreshing shower. Begin the return journey to Marrakech, passing through the Draa Valley, dotted with lush palm groves and traditional Berber villages. Stop in Ouarzazate for a break before continuing to Marrakech, where you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation.

Travel: 8–9 hours

Features:

Inclusions

• Hotel pickup and drop-off service
• Transport by an air-conditioned private vehicle
• Professional English/Spanish-speaking driver
• Camel trek in the desert
• Accommodation: 1 night in a hotel and 1 night in a Berber desert camp
• New Year’s Eve celebration with dinner and traditional Berber music

Exclusions

• Lunches
• Drinks
• Tips and gratuities
• Personal expenses

Ring in the New Year surrounded by the serene beauty of the Sahara Desert, creating memories to last a lifetime. This special tour combines adventure, culture, and festive celebration for an unforgettable experience!