A journey that captures the very soul of Morocco. From the bustling souks of Marrakech to the serene silence of the Erg Chebbi dunes, this odyssey takes you over the High Atlas mountains, through the legendary Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, and into the heart of the desert. This is a raid for those seeking freedom, technical driving challenges (accessible to all), and an authentic immersion into Berber culture. As Thierry Sabine said, “I take you to the gates of Adventure… but it is up to you to open them.
Welcome at Marrakech Menara Airport. Transfer to your Riad in the heart of the Medina. Overnight in Marrakech.
Cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka pass. Stop to visit the Glaoui Kasbah in Telouet, then continue to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou. Arrive in Ouarzazate, the "Gateway to the Desert," for the night.
Travel through the Valley of the Roses, passing by Berber villages. Arrive at the majestic Dades Gorges, known for their dramatic rock formations. Overnight in a local guesthouse.
Depart towards the towering Todra Gorges. Continue through the rugged landscape to reach the spectacular dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy a traditional dinner and overnight in a luxury bivouac at the foot of the dunes.
A full day to explore the desert. Drive on tracks used in the Paris-Dakar rally, visit a nomadic family, and discover an oasis. In the late afternoon, ride a camel into the dunes to watch the sunset. Overnight in a luxury Berber tent.
Leave the dunes and head south via the Taouz and Ouzina pistes, crossing remote desert plateaus. Arrive in Zagora, the gateway to the Draa Valley, and overnight in a hotel nestled in the palm grove.
Journey back through the Draa Valley, one of Morocco's longest river valleys, passing by the ancient villages of Tamnougalt and Agdz, with views of the Jbel Kissane. Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Return to Marrakech via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, with time to enjoy the changing landscapes. Overnight in Marrakech.
A full day to explore Marrakech at your leisure. Visit the Majorelle Gardens, the Bahia Palace, or the vibrant souks. In the evening, enjoy the atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fna square.
Transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport for your flight home.
