Marrakech New Year’s Eve Desert Tour 2025

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Overview

Celebrate the arrival of a brand-new year in a truly magical way with our Marrakech New Year’s Eve Desert Tour 2024, a once-in-a-lifetime experience that combines reflection, adventure, and joy beneath the vast desert sky.

This 6-day journey takes you from the vibrant streets of Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains, the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou, and the cinematic landscapes of Ouarzazate to the golden dunes of Merzouga, where you’ll welcome the New Year with live Berber music, a festive campfire dinner, and starlit celebrations.

Let go of the past and embrace the new year surrounded by Morocco’s breathtaking beauty, rich culture, and warm hospitality.

Please note: This itinerary is just a suggested program. If it doesn’t fully match what you’re looking for, feel free to contact us. We’ll be happy to design a customized itinerary tailored to your preferences, travel dates, and duration of stay. We specialize in creating personalized tours and experiences across Morocco.

Pricing: The cost of the tour varies depending on the number of travelers, the more people joining, the lower the price per person. Since transportation is a fixed cost, it will be divided among participants. Prices also depend on the category and quality of accommodation selected.
Please contact us for an exact quote based on your group size and travel preferences.

Trip Highlights

Cross the scenic Tizi-n-Tichka Pass over the High Atlas Mountains.
Discover Marrakech’s top landmarks with a certified local guide.
Visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Drive along the Valley of 1000 Kasbahs and the Dades Gorges.
Ride camels over the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Sahara Desert with music, a traditional feast, and dancing under the stars.

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech Airport – Arrival (28 December 2025)

Upon arrival at Marrakech airport, our driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel or riad. Take the evening to relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and unwind before your Moroccan adventure begins.Your adventure begins at 8:00 AM with pickup from your Marrakech hotel or riad. Journey through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m) with stops for scenic photography. Visit the legendary Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has graced many Hollywood films including Gladiator and Game of Thrones.

After lunch, continue toward Ouarzazate, where you’ll visit Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas Cinema Studios, then drive along the picturesque Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to reach Dades Valley. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a charming Kasbah surrounded by spectacular mountain views.

Day 2: Exploring Marrakech – Full Day (29 December 2025)

After breakfast, set out on a guided tour of Marrakech to uncover the city’s iconic landmarks: the Majorelle Gardens, Koutoubia Mosque, and the Bahia Palace. Wander through the vibrant souks, full of color, scents, and craftsmanship. Enjoy lunch near Jemaa el-Fna Square, then return to your hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Gorges (30 December 2025)

Depart Marrakech after breakfast, ascending through the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m). Visit the ancient Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its cinematic legacy (Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia).

Continue to Ouarzazate, stopping at the Atlas Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah, before reaching Dades Valley for dinner and overnight stay surrounded by magnificent scenery.

Day 4: Dades Gorges – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert (31 December 2025)

After breakfast, drive through Dades Valley toward Tinghir, enjoying panoramic views of kasbahs and oases. Explore the dramatic Todra Gorges, one of Morocco’s most stunning natural canyons, then visit a local fossil workshop in Erfoud.

Arrive in Merzouga, where your camel caravan awaits to take you across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset. Tonight, celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 under the desert sky with Berber drumming, a traditional Moroccan feast, campfire dancing, and stargazing — a night you’ll never forget.

Day 5: Merzouga – Tazarine – Agdz – Ouarzazate (1 January 2025)

Welcome the first sunrise of 2024 over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, ride camels back to the hotel for a refreshing shower, then travel north through Rissani and the Draa Valley, passing palm oases and ancient kasbahs. Arrive in Ouarzazate for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6: Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech (2 January 2025)

After breakfast, visit Ouarzazate’s film studios before returning to Ait Benhaddou for a final stroll through its ancient lanes. Enjoy lunch en route while crossing the High Atlas Mountains, then continue to Marrakech, where your unforgettable New Year’s journey concludes.

What's included

Free arrival transfer from Marrakech Airport.
Private transfer in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus.
Professional English-speaking driver/guide.
3 nights at 4★ hotels in Marrakech (dinners & breakfasts).
2 nights in 4★ hotels in southern Morocco (dinners & breakfasts).
1 night in a luxury Berber desert camp (private ensuite tent).
Full-day Marrakech city tour with certified local guide (lunch included).
Entrance fees to all monuments in Marrakech.
Camel trekking with sunset and sunrise experience.
All breakfasts and dinners during the tour.
Private bathroom with hot shower and toilet in your desert tent.
Free time to explore kasbahs, souks, and desert oases.

What’s Not Included

Know Before You Go

The New Year’s Eve celebration includes live Berber music, dinner, and dancing under the stars.
Warm clothing is recommended for desert nights (December–January).
Optional upgrades to 5★ hotels or private 4x4 transfers available upon request.
This tour operates annually from December 28 to January 2.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When does the Marrakech New Year’s Eve Desert Tour take place?

This tour runs every year from December 28 to January 2, designed specifically to celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Sahara Desert.

2. How is New Year’s Eve celebrated in the desert camp?

Guests enjoy a special gala dinner, live Berber drumming, bonfire festivities, traditional Moroccan music, and dancing beneath the starry desert sky. At midnight, you’ll welcome the New Year surrounded by the serenity of the Sahara.

3. What type of accommodations are included?

You’ll stay in 4★ hotels or riads in Marrakech and southern Morocco, and spend one unforgettable night in a luxury desert camp with private ensuite tents, hot showers, and authentic Berber décor.

4. Can dietary preferences be accommodated during the tour?

Yes, we can cater to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and halal meal preferences. Please let us know your requirements when booking.

5. Is the camel ride suitable for everyone?

Yes. The camel trek lasts about 1–1.5 hours each way and is suitable for most travelers. For comfort, you may also opt for a 4×4 vehicle transfer to and from the desert camp.

6. What should I pack for the New Year’s Eve desert trip?

Bring warm layers, a hat, scarf, and comfortable shoes, as desert nights in winter can be chilly. Don’t forget your camera for the breathtaking sunsets and New Year’s celebration moments!

7. Are the desert camp and hotels heated during winter?

Yes. The desert tents are insulated, and extra blankets are provided. Most hotels along the route have heating or fireplaces to ensure comfort during winter nights.

8. Is there Wi-Fi and electricity in the desert camp?

Yes. Luxury camps provide solar-powered electricity for charging devices. Wi-Fi may be limited, but most travelers enjoy disconnecting to fully embrace the desert ambiance.

9. Can I extend my stay in Marrakech after the tour?

Absolutely. We can arrange extra nights in Marrakech before or after the tour, along with airport transfers or excursions such as hot air ballooning or hammam spa experiences.

10. How do I book my spot for the New Year’s tour?

To secure your reservation, contact us via WhatsApp, email, or our online form. A small deposit confirms your booking, with the balance payable upon arrival in Morocco or before departure.