Join our 3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech, combining the best of both cities via Merzouga (Erg Chebbi). This tour offers a chance to be captivated by the Atlas Mountains, Berber village views, and valleys. Enjoy a camel ride and spend the night at a Sahara desert camp.
Visit the Azrou cedar forest and see Barbary Apes.
Enjoy panoramic views of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Experience a camel ride in the Merzouga Sahara.
Watch the sunset over the sand dunes.
Try sandboarding.
Savor a hearty dinner and enjoy a campfire party with Berber drums.
Camp overnight at the Merzouga Desert Camp.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
Marvel at the spectacular views of the Atlas Mountains landscapes.
We will pick you up from your riad/hotel to start your 3 days Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour. Drive south to Ifrane and Azrou through the Middle Atlas mountains. Stop at the cedar forests to see the Barbarian Apes in their natural habitat.
Travel through the Tizi Ntalghamt pass to Midelt and along the Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock. Enjoy views of the Middle-Atlas plateau and the scenery changing to reveal hints of the desert as you approach Errachidia. After lunch, continue through the Ziz Valley to Erfoud, Rissani, and Merzouga. After a glass of mint tea, leave your luggage in a safe room and take a camel ride to a Berber camp in the middle of the Erg Chebbi Sad Dunes, the highest in North Africa.
The camel trek takes about 1h 30 min to reach the camp, where you’ll set up Berber tents for the night. The tents are well equipped with mattresses, blankets, and cushions. After dinner, gather around the fire and enjoy the sound of traditional Berber drums under the stars. That’s the end of the first day of our Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour.
See an amazing sunrise over the sea of dunes. After a delicious breakfast and a hot shower in the camp, return to Merzouga by camels or 4WD as an option. Leave the Sahara desert towards Tinghir, “the city of the mountain” in Tamazight, a beautiful Berber village with contrasting palm trees and houses.
The route shows its contrasts as you approach the gorges of Todra, formed by rock walls over 200m high. After visiting the gorges, go to the Dades Valley, a Berber village famous for its high gorges and views over the Atlas. Spend the second night of the Fes to Marrakech desert tour in a charming riad.
On the last day of our 3-day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour, cross the Valley of the Dades and the Valley of the Roses until arriving at Ouarzazate, where you’ll visit the Kasbah of Taourirt.
After about 25 km, see the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for being the setting of cinematic blockbusters like “Lawrence of Arabia,” “The Sheltering Sky,” and “Babel.” Follow the road through the Tizi N-Tichka pass and the beautiful landscapes of the High Atlas mountains, leading to the “Red City,” Marrakech, where you’ll say goodbye to your guide.
The Morocco desert tours we’ve suggested from Marrakech can be changed and tailored to your needs; please don’t hesitate to Contact us.
Luxury tents have ensuite bathrooms, showers, and towels. A cozy tent offers communal facilities and hot showers outside. You must bring your own towel and shower supplies.
Each luxury tent comes with its own private bathroom, complete with a shower, soap, shampoo, and towels. You are required to bring your own towel and shower accessories due to the communal hot showers outside the tent at Comfortable Tent.
Be sure to pack warm clothing for the winter, since temperatures drop significantly and nights can get chilly.
“Our trip with Visit Our Morocco was absolutely unforgettable! From the moment we were picked up in Marrakech, everything was perfectly organized. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, making sure we experienced the best of Morocco. The highlight was definitely the night in the Sahara Desert – a magical experience we will never forget. Thank you, Visit Our Morocco, for an amazing adventure!”
“We had an incredible time exploring Morocco with Visit Our Morocco. The itinerary was well-planned, and we got to see so many beautiful places. Our guide was fantastic, providing us with fascinating insights into Moroccan culture and history. The accommodations were comfortable, and the entire trip was seamless. We highly recommend Visit Our Morocco for anyone looking to discover the wonders of this amazing country. Thank you for an unforgettable journey!”
