Is Ouarzazate worth visiting?
Speak to many planning a trip to Morocco, and the only thing they know about Ourzazate is the impressive Ait Ben Haddou. Game of thrones it seems has done a good job of the city’s PR! And yet unlike some TV-famous sites, this one is definitely worth a visit.
What is there to see between Marrakech and Merzouga?
Marrakech to Merzouga: What to See Along the Way
- Marrakech.
- Why Merzouga.
- How to Get to Ait Ben Haddou.
- Argan Co-Ops.
- Ait Ben Haddou.
- Ouarzazate.
- Ouarzazate to Todra Gorge.
- Todra Gorge.
How do you get to Merzouga from Morocco?
Located 350 miles/ 560 kilometers east of Marrakesh, Merzouga is relatively remote. The nearest large city is Errachidia. If you want to avoid the long drive from Marrakesh, consider flying into Errachidia’s Moulay Ali Cherif Airport via Royal Air Maroc instead. From there, it’s a two-hour drive to Merzouga.
What is Ouarzazate known for?
Ouarzazate is famous for its film studios, which can be visited as part of a guided tour, unless a film is being made. The Atlas Cooperation Film Studios, for example, are famous for their film productions, such as “The Pope”, “Gladiator” and “The Mummy”.
Is there an airport in Merzouga?
The nearest airport to Merzouga is Errachidia (ERH).
How do I get from Fes to Merzouga?
The quickest way to get from Merzouga to Fes is to bus which costs MAD 200 – MAD 240 and takes 7h 32m. How far is it from Merzouga to Fes? It is 337 km from Merzouga to Fes. It is approximately 475.2 km to drive.
Is Merzouga safe?
Secondly, although it is understandable to confuse the Western Sahara and Sahara Desert, they are very different. The dunes that we usually recommend for our travelers the Erg Chebbi dunes, near Merzouga. They are in Southeastern Morocco and are very safe.
How many days do you need in Merzouga?
3-day private tour from Marrakech to Merzouga: the itinerary Whether you decide to leave from Fez or Marrakech, you must allow a minimum 3 to 4 days to get to Merzouga and visit a few places on the way. Distances may seem small on the map but in Morocco, travelling from one point to another takes time.