Tour overview
6 Days New Year’s Eve Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Heart of the Sahara Desert.
Experience an unforgettable New Year’s adventure with Eco Desert Morocco. This carefully designed private tour combines Morocco’s most spectacular landscapes, authentic Berber culture, luxury accommodations, and a magical New Year’s Eve celebration under the stars of the Sahara Desert.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN MARRAKECH – WELCOME TO THE RED CITY
Upon arrival at Marrakech Airport, your Eco Desert Morocco driver will welcome you and transfer you to your traditional riad in the heart of the Medina.
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a relaxing walk through the colorful streets of Marrakech. Discover the lively atmosphere of the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa square, traditional souks, local artisans, and authentic Moroccan cuisine.
Accommodation: Boutique Riad in Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast (depending on arrival time)
DAY 2: MARRAKECH – HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS – AIT BEN HADDOU – OUARZAZATE – DADES VALLEY
After breakfast, begin your journey across the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the highest mountain pass in Morocco.
Enjoy panoramic stops overlooking Berber villages built into the mountainsides before arriving at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou. Explore this ancient fortified village that has appeared in many famous movies and TV productions.
Continue through Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” before driving through Skoura Oasis and the Valley of Roses. Arrive in the beautiful Dades Valley where dramatic rock formations and traditional kasbahs create a stunning landscape.
Driving Distance: Approximately 350 km
Driving Time: 6-7 hours
Accommodation: Traditional Kasbah in Dades Valley
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 3: DADES VALLEY – TODRA GORGES – MERZOUGA SAHARA DESERT – NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION
After breakfast, continue along the famous Road of a Thousand Kasbahs toward the spectacular Todra Gorge. Enjoy a short walk through the impressive canyon walls rising over 300 meters high.
The journey continues through Berber villages, palm groves, and desert landscapes before reaching Merzouga and the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Meet your camel caravan and trek across the dunes while enjoying one of the most beautiful sunsets in Morocco.
Arrive at your luxury Sahara Desert Camp where an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration awaits:
- Traditional Moroccan welcome tea
- Luxury private tent with private bathroom
- Authentic Moroccan dinner
- Live Berber drumming around the campfire
- Sandboarding on the dunes
- Stargazing in one of the clearest skies in the world
- New Year’s countdown in the Sahara Desert
- Celebration with music and local traditions
Welcome the New Year surrounded by the silence and beauty of the Sahara.
Driving Distance: Approximately 270 km
Driving Time: 4-5 hours
Accommodation: Luxury Sahara Desert Camp
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 4: SAHARA DESERT EXPLORATION – NOMAD EXPERIENCE
Wake up early to witness a breathtaking Sahara sunrise from the top of the dunes.
After breakfast, embark on a private 4×4 adventure through the desert. Visit local nomad families living in traditional tents and learn about their unique way of life.
Continue through black volcanic mountains, fossil-rich landscapes, hidden desert villages, and the seasonal lake of Merzouga when water is present.
Enjoy a traditional Berber pizza lunch in Khamlia village, famous for its African heritage and Gnawa music.
Spend the afternoon relaxing in the desert, exploring the dunes, or enjoying optional activities such as ATV riding or buggy excursions.
Accommodation: Desert Hotel or Luxury Camp
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 5: MERZOUGA – RISSANI – DRAA VALLEY – OUARZAZATE
After breakfast, begin your journey through southern Morocco’s most beautiful desert landscapes.
Visit the traditional market town of Rissani before continuing through Alnif and the volcanic landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains.
Arrive in the magnificent Draa Valley, Morocco’s largest palm oasis, where thousands of palm trees line the ancient caravan route connecting Marrakech to the Sahara.
Visit the historic Tamnougalt Kasbah and enjoy panoramic views over the valley before continuing to Ouarzazate.
Driving Distance: Approximately 360 km
Driving Time: 6-7 hours
Accommodation: Riad in Ouarzazate
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 6: OUARZAZATE – AIT BEN HADDOU – MARRAKECH
After breakfast, begin your return journey to Marrakech.
Enjoy additional opportunities for photography and panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains. Stop for lunch along the route before arriving in Marrakech during the afternoon.
Transfer to your riad or Marrakech Airport according to your departure schedule.
Driving Distance: Approximately 200 km
Driving Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Luxury New Year’s Eve Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech.
✓ Private Eco Desert Morocco Experience
✓ New Year’s Eve Celebration in the Sahara Desert
✓ Luxury Desert Camp Accommodation
✓ Camel Trek Through Erg Chebbi Dunes
✓ Atlas Mountains Scenic Drive
✓ Ait Ben Haddou UNESCO Kasbah
✓ Todra Gorges & Dades Valley
✓ Nomad Family Visit
✓ Khamlia Gnawa Music Experience
✓ Draa Valley Palm Oasis
✓ Traditional Moroccan & Berber Cuisine
✓ Authentic Cultural Encounters
✓ Flexible Stops for Photography and Exploration
What’s Included: 6 Days Luxury New Year’s Eve Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech
✔ Private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
✔ English, Spanish, French, or Arabic-speaking driver/guide
✔ Airport transfer upon arrival in Marrakech
✔ 2 nights accommodation in carefully selected riads and kasbahs
✔ 2 nights accommodation in a Luxury Sahara Desert Camp with private bathroom
✔ 1 night accommodation in a boutique riad in Marrakech
✔ Daily breakfasts
✔ 4 dinners (Dades Valley, Sahara Desert Camp, Desert Hotel/Camp, Ouarzazate)
✔ Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes (one camel per person)
✔ Sandboarding in the Sahara Desert
✔ New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner and Celebration in the Sahara Desert
✔ Traditional Berber music around the campfire
✔ 4×4 desert excursion to visit nomad families and Khamlia village
✔ Visit to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
✔ Visit to Todra Gorge
✔ Visit to Draa Valley and Tamnougalt Kasbah
✔ Flexible stops for panoramic views, photography, coffee breaks, and cultural visits
✔ Local taxes and tourist taxes
What’s Not Included: 6 Days Luxury New Year’s Eve Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech
✘ International flights
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Lunches and beverages
✘ Dinners in Marrakech
✘ Entrance fees to monuments and museums (if applicable)
✘ Personal expenses
✘ Tips and gratuities for driver, guides, and hotel staff
✘ Optional activities such as:
- ATV Quad Biking
- Buggy Excursions
- Hot Air Balloon Ride in Marrakech
- Hammam & Spa Treatments
- Additional local guides not mentioned in the program
Eco Desert Morocco Advantage:
✓ Private and flexible itinerary
✓ Authentic local experiences away from mass tourism
✓ Eco-friendly and responsible tourism practices
✓ Carefully selected accommodations
✓ Experienced local team born and raised in Southern Morocco
✓ Personalized service from arrival to departure
✓ Unique New Year’s Eve celebration in the heart of the Sahara Desert
Tour Category: Private Luxury Cultural & Desert Adventure
Departure: Marrakech
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Highlight: New Year’s Eve under the stars of the Sahara Desert with traditional Berber celebrations and luxury desert camping.
