5-daagse tour Atlas & Sahara

Discover the best of Morocco: from the peaks of Mount Toubkal to the golden dunes of the Sahara.
This unique combo combines an exhilarating two-day ascent of North Africa’s highest mountain with an unforgettable four-day desert journey. Perfect for travelers seeking both adventure and cultural immersion.
 

🗓️ Itinerary

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Day 1: Marrakech – Imlil (1700m) – Toubkal Refuge (3200m)
 

• Pick up from your hotel in Marrakech or airport in Marrakech

• Transfer to Imlil village where you meet your dedicated mountain guide

• Trek through Aremd village and the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch.

• Ascend along mule tracks into high rocky cliffs to reach Toubkal Refuge (3206m).

• Walking time: ~5-6 hours.
   

Included: Lunch en route, dinner, overnight at the refuge.
 

Day 2: Toubkal Refuge – Summit (4167m) – Imlil
 

• Early morning ascent to Mount Toubkal summit, the highest peak in North Africa.

• Enjoy breathtaking views of the Atlas Mountains, Marrakesh Plain, Anti-Atlas, and even the Sahara.

• Descend to the refuge for lunch, then continue down to Imlil.

• Spend the night in an authentic guesthouse
  Walking time: ~9-10 hours.
   

Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 3: Imlil – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Boumalne Dadès
 

• Early departure crossing the High Atlas via Tizi N'Tichka Pass (2260m).

• Visit UNESCO World Heritage Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou.

• Continue to Ouarzazate (visit Kasbah Taourirt and film studios) then to Boumalne Dadès along the 1000 Kasbahs road.
   

Included: Dinner, overnight at hotel.
 

Day 4: Boumalne Dadès – Tinghir – Todra Gorge – Merzouga (250 Km)
 

• Drive towards Tinghir, visit Todra Gorge.

• Continue through Tinjedad, Touroug, Erfoud, and arrive at Merzouga.

• Camel ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes to watch the sunset.

• Night under nomadic tents between the dunes.
   

Included: Dinner, Amazigh show and overnight in desert camp – Luxury or standard options
 

Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Nqob – Tamnougalte – Ouarzazate (370 Km)
 

• Optional morning desert activities (quad biking, sandboarding).

• Departure via Rissani and Nqob, crossing dramatic desert landscapes and oases.

• Arrive in Ouarzazate for the night.
   

Included: Breakfast, dinner, overnight at hotel.
 

Day 6: Ouarzazate – Marrakech (193 Km)

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Return journey to Marrakech, arriving in the afternoon.

• End of the tour.

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💡 Customizations Available

• Airport transfers to your Riad/hotel in Marrakech

• Add extra nights in Marrakech before or after the trip.

• Add any activities of your choice, according to availability and time

• Choose your hotels in collaboration with us if you want to upgrade

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✔️ What is Included
 

✅ Transportation with driver-guide throughout
✅ Comfortable air-conditioned van
✅ Local Mountain guide for Toubkal
✅ Accommodation: Toubkal Refuge, hotels, and desert camp
✅ All meals during Toubkal trek; half board during desert trip (breakfast, dinner)
✅ Camel ride in Erg Chebbi dunes
✅ Quality service and reliability
✅ All taxes
 

❌ What is Not Included
 

✖️ Lunches during the desert tour
✖️ Entrance fees for Kasbah Taourirt and film studios
✖️ Additional activities in the desert (quad, sandboarding)
✖️ Tips
 

🏷️ Important Notes

• Physical condition required: Good shape for Toubkal ascent with mountain equipment.

• Best period: April to November for combined Toubkal and desert comfort.

• Private and fully customizable.