Morocco · Desert Adventure

3-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Fes with Merzouga Camel Camp

3 Days Round trip from Fes Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Go on camel treks through the Sahara Desert
02 Enjoy sunrise over the magnificent dunes of the Merzouga desert
03 Explore Ifrane, also known as the Moroccan Switzerland
04 See the lifestyle of local Berber villages

Spend three days exploring the Sahara Desert on a camel trek, visiting local Berber villages, and seeing the famous sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Travel through the Middle Atlas to discover local towns such as Ifrane, enjoy glorious sunset and sunrise views over the dunes, and sleep in nomad tents under the starry sky. This round trip from Fes combines scenic mountain roads, oasis landscapes, and a memorable desert camp experience in Merzouga.

Enjoy dinner under a starry sky with Berber drum music.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Fez, Midelt, Merzouga, Erfoud, Rissani, Ziz Valley, Erg Chebbi, Ifrane

Languages Arabic, English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

From Fes through Ifrane and Midelt to Erfoud

Your desert journey starts from Fes, where the driver will meet you. Travel through the Middle Atlas and take in all the splendid views this road has to offer.
Pass by Ifrane, known as the Moroccan Switzerland. Then cross the forest area, also known as the monkeys' house, before continuing to Midelt city, where you will stop for lunch.
Continue through the Tizi n Tlghomt pass. A short stop at Ziz Valley is a must to enjoy this oasis, with its green palm trees stretching along the Ziz River, before driving on to Erfoud.

Overnight at your accommodation.

Day 02

Rissani visit and camel ride into Erg Chebbi

Today, after breakfast, you will be picked up and driven towards Rissani to visit its main attractive places.
After lunch, head to Merzouga. Upon arrival, relax for a few minutes before setting out on a guided camel ride, enjoying a marvellous sunset and a camel trekking adventure in the dunes.
Enjoy dinner under a starry sky with Berber drum music.

Spend the night in an equipped camp.

Day 03

Sunrise in Merzouga and return to Fes

Wake up early today so you can enjoy a stunning sunrise over the magnificent dunes of the Merzouga desert.
After breakfast, head back towards Fes.
To keep the trip just as exciting on the return journey, stop by Erfoud and some small villages that will take your breath away before ending this three-day desert tour.

Where this trip takes you

Erg Chebbi dunes, Merzouga camel trek, Ziz Valley oasis

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Fes 8 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private official tourism transportation (A/C vehicle).
Fuel.
Pick-up and drop-off.
Professional Moroccan tourist driver.
Driver's accommodation.
Flexible and customized stops.
Accommodation in Erfoud city.
Luxury desert camp in Merzouga-Erg Chebbi.
Dinner and breakfast at the desert camp.
Guided camel ride.
Mineral water in the car.

What's Not Included

Travel insurance.
Lunches.
Drinks.
Personal items and souvenirs.
Entrance fees to monuments and museums.
Tips for the tour driver.

Know before you go

Discover the Morocco Sahara desert on a 3-day, 2-night tour from Fes to Merzouga and back to Fes.
You will see many beautiful places and towns such as Immouzer, Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, Ziz Valley, Erfoud, and Rissani.
You will have a professional driver for the tour by car. The driver is not a licensed guide. The driver uses private official tourism transportation on these tours.
This tour offers you the chance to enjoy the desert experience quickly while keeping all the luxuries available. The tour includes the following sights: Fes - Ifrane - Midelt - Errachidia - Ziz Valley - Erfoud - Rissani - Merzouga.

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