3 Days Sahara Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga
Explore the Sahara Desert on this 3-day tour from Fes. Experience camel trekking, desert camping, and Berber culture.
Duration
3 Days
Group Size
6 – 16 people
Languages
English · French · Arabic
Activity Level
Easy to Moderate
Availability
Year-round
Tour Overview
Explore the Sahara Desert on this 3-day tour from Fes. Experience camel trekking, desert camping, and Berber culture.
From towering sand dunes and ancient kasbahs to starlit nights in a traditional desert camp, every moment of this tour is designed to connect you with the raw beauty and rich culture of the Sahara. Whether you ride a camel at sunset, share mint tea with a Berber family, or wake up to the silence of the desert at dawn — this is an experience that stays with you for life.
Itinerary
Day 1: Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga
Travel through Middle Atlas cedar forests and Berber villages. Stop at Midelt and the scenic Ziz Valley. Arrive in Merzouga and enjoy a sunset camel trek. Fes el-Bali, the world's largest medieval urban area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a sensory labyrinth of over 9,000 narrow streets, souks, mosques, and madrassas. With a local guide, discover the famous Chouara tanneries — where leather has been dyed using the same methods for centuries — the intricate tilework of the Bou Inania Medersa, and the bustling Nejjarine Square with its ornate fountain. Ifrane is a charming mountain town known as "Morocco's Switzerland" for its European-style chalets and alpine atmosphere, sitting at 1,665 metres above sea level. In winter it becomes a ski resort; in summer its cool air, cedar forests, and pristine parks make it a refreshing contrast to the desert heat.
Overnight: Desert camp – Tiziri Camp or Sahara Eden Camp
Day 2: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Wake up for a sunrise camel trek across Erg Chebbi dunes. Explore the desert with optional 4x4 excursions to remote trails. Visit Khamlia village for Gnawa music and enjoy tea with nomadic Berber families. Optional activities: Trek to a desert oasis, learn to make Berber pizza in the sand, desert photography.
Overnight: Desert camp – Tiziri Camp or Sahara Eden Camp
Day 3: Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Fes
Return via Ziz Valley and Midelt, stopping at kasbahs and markets. Optional sunrise camel ride before departure. Arrive in Fes in the evening. Fes el-Bali, the world's largest medieval urban area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a sensory labyrinth of over 9,000 narrow streets, souks, mosques, and madrassas. With a local guide, discover the famous Chouara tanneries — where leather has been dyed using the same methods for centuries — the intricate tilework of the Bou Inania Medersa, and the bustling Nejjarine Square with its ornate fountain. Merzouga is the gateway to Erg Chebbi, the most dramatic sand dune field in Morocco, with dunes rising up to 150 metres above the surrounding plain. As you arrive, the sheer scale of the golden dunes — glowing amber, rust, and gold in the shifting light — is truly awe-inspiring. The area is also home to Gnawa musicians and nomadic Berber families who have lived alongside these dunes for generations.
Overnight: Fes accommodation
Practical Information
Meeting Point
Your hotel lobby in Fes, typically at 7:00 – 8:00 AM. Exact time confirmed upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 14 days before departure. 50% refund between 7–14 days. No refund within 7 days of departure.
What to Bring
- • Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing
- • High-SPF sunscreen & sunglasses
- • Warm layer for cool desert nights
- • Water bottle (1.5L minimum per day)
- • Headscarf or hat for sun protection
Physical Requirements
Suitable for most fitness levels. Light walking and camel riding involved. No prior experience needed. Not recommended for serious mobility difficulties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What's Included
- Transport in air-conditioned 4x4/minivan
- 2 nights accommodation
- Camel rides at sunrise and sunset
- Sandboarding
- Experienced driver/guide
- Optional desert activities
Not Included
- Lunches
- Beverages
- Tips
- Entry fees
- Personal expenses
Free cancellation · 14 days notice
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