Experience the best of Morocco with this 4 days desert tour from Fes to Merzouga Sahara, concluding back in Fes. Enjoy camel rides, 4×4 dune adventures, and a night camping in the desert. This tour is ideal if your flights are to and from Fes!
This 4-day Sahara desert tour from Fes is perfect for those looking to have an incredible desert experience in a short time. It’s an excellent choice for travelers wanting to explore the Moroccan desert in Merzouga, experience the Erg Chebbi dunes, meet local nomadic people, and visit all the fascinating sites in the Merzouga area.
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.
Take a Merzouga excursion and visit a nomad family.
Marvel at the spectacular views of the Ziz Valley landscapes.
We’ll pick you up from your hotel or Riad and start our 4-day, 3-night desert trip, driving south to Azrou via Ifrane (the “Little Switzerland” of Morocco) and the Middle Atlas mountains. Stop by the cedar forest to take photos with the Barbarian Apes, then continue through the Atlas Mountains, enjoying the landscapes of Midelt. After lunch, we’ll journey through the Ziz Valley to Erfoud, Rissani, and Merzouga. Upon arrival, we’ll be welcomed with a cup of tea and stay overnight at the hotel/Riad.
After breakfast, we’ll explore the area, visiting the village of black people originally from Mali to enjoy their music and way of life. We’ll then drive to Miffis Mines to see how they work before heading behind the dunes for charming desert views and tea with local Bedouins. After returning to the hotel for a rest, your local guides will teach you camel-related safety tips before you begin exploring the Erg-Chebbi sand-sea. Overnight in a Berber tent.
Wake up early to watch the best sunrise of your life, casting different shadows and colors over the highest sand dunes in Morocco. After breakfast at our desert hotel, we’ll continue to Tinghir and the stunning Todra Gorge, the highest and narrowest gorges in Morocco. The gorge is perfect for hiking, relaxing by the river, or sampling local Berber delicacies. After lunch in the gorge, we’ll drive through the Dades Valley and spend the night in a hotel on top of the mountain.
After a delicious local breakfast, we’ll pack up and start our journey back to Fes. From Todgha Gorge, we’ll pass through palm groves and follow the Ziz Valley, stopping at a panoramic spot for tea and to admire the scenery. As we travel northwards to Midelt, you may see nomadic settlements with goat-hair tents. After lunch, we’ll continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains and forests, stopping to feed the Barbary Monkeys in the cedar trees and for coffee in the alpine town of Ifrane. By late afternoon, we’ll reach Fes and say our goodbyes.
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!”
