3 Days Desert tour from Fes to Merzouga - Overview
Embark on a breathtaking 3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga and experience the best of Morocco’s natural beauty and Berber culture. Journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains, visit Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou, and travel through the scenic Ziz Valley to the golden dunes of Merzouga. Ride camels, enjoy sandboarding, and spend nights in authentic riads and a luxury desert camp under the starry Sahara sky.
Itinerary of 3 Days Desert tour from Fes to Merzouga
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga
We’ll pick you up from your accommodation in Fes and drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane — known as the “Switzerland of Morocco.” Visit the cedar forests of Azrou to see wild Barbary macaques. After lunch in Midelt, we’ll continue through the Ziz Valley with its palm groves before arriving in Merzouga. You’ll enjoy a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes, watching the sunset before reaching your luxury desert camp. Dinner, Berber music, and campfire under the stars.Day 2: Merzouga Desert Exploration
After breakfast, we’ll explore the desert area — visit Khamlia village to enjoy traditional Gnawa music, meet nomadic families living in the desert, and explore fossil sites and Berber markets in Rissani. In the afternoon, return to your camp or riad to relax and admire the dunes at sunset. Dinner and overnight stay in the heart of the desert.Day 3: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Azrou – Fes
Wake up early to enjoy a magical sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast and showers, ride camels (or take a 4×4) back to the village. We’ll then travel north through Erfoud, Ziz Valley, and Azrou, stopping for photos and lunch along the way. Arrive in Fes by evening, marking the end of your unforgettable 3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga.- List of includes
- Private modern A/C vehicle with English/French-speaking driver/guide
- Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel/riad in Fes
- 1 night in a Hotel/Riad in Merzouga (dinner & breakfast)
- 1 night in a Luxury Desert Camp (dinner & breakfast)
- Camel trek in Erg Chebbi dunes (one camel per person)
- Sandboarding (optional)
- Berber music & campfire at the desert camp
- Fuel, tolls, and all local taxes
- Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees (if applicable)
- Personal expenses and tips
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3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga - FAQ
Camel trekking, sandboarding, stargazing, and enjoying Berber music around the campfire.
Sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable clothes, a light jacket, and a camera to capture desert moments.
Most luxury camps offer limited Wi-Fi access — but we recommend enjoying the peaceful disconnect.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the best times to enjoy pleasant desert weather.
