2-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga

Discover the highlights of Morocco on this 2-day, 1-night Sahara desert tour from Fes. Begin your journey by visiting Ifrane, known as the Switzerland of Morocco, and the nearby cedar forests. Stop in Midelt for lunch and drive along the scenic Ziz Valley before exploring Rissani’s traditional market and the fossil-rich town of Erfoud.

Continue to the Merzouga Sahara Desert for a camel ride across the dunes and an overnight stay in a luxury desert camp, enjoying unforgettable sunsets and sunrises. The tour concludes back in Fes, completing a memorable Moroccan desert experience.

Duration: 2 days/1 night

Start: Fes

End: Fes

Tour Style: Private

HIGHILGHTES:

Visiting Ifrane, the Switzerland of Morocco
Seeing Barbary Macaques in the cedar forest
Stopping in Midelt for lunch and driving along the Ziz Valley
Experiencing camel trekking and sunset in the Merzouga Sahara Desert
Spending a night in a luxury desert camp under the stars
Watching the sunrise over the desert dunes
Exploring Rissani Souk and Erfoud fossil workshops
Driving along the scenic Ziz Valley
Passing through the cedar forest on the return journey
Returning to Fes, ending the 2-day Merzouga desert tour

TOUR Itinerary

The 2-day Merzouga desert tour begins with an early pickup from your accommodation or Fes airport. Travel south through Imouzzer to Ifrane, famous for its cool climate, snow, and Alpine-style architecture—earning it the nickname “Switzerland of Morocco.”

Next, explore the Cedars Forest, home to Barbary macaques, with the opportunity to feed them while wandering the woodland. Stop in Midelt for lunch, then continue your journey along the Ziz River and through the scenic Tizi-n-Tilghmt Pass toward the Sahara.

In the afternoon, arrive at the Merzouga Desert and switch to camels for a ride across the golden dunes. Pause atop a high dune to enjoy the magical sunset. Continue to a luxury desert camp, where you can experience traditional Berber music and drumming, dancing around the campfire under a sky full of stars. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Wake up early to witness the stunning sunrise over the desert, followed by breakfast. Return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4, where your driver will be waiting. Depart the desert to visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet, known for its vibrant souk, especially lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.

Continue to Erfoud to visit a workshop showcasing fossilized marble. Drive along the Ziz River, stopping for panoramic views of the Ziz Valley. On the way back, pass through the Cedars Forest and Ifrane, before returning to Fes.

Drop-off at your accommodation or the airport. Estimated arrival time is around 6:00 PM. End of the 2-day Merzouga Desert Tour.

2 days private transportation in a 4×4 or minivan with A/C and fuel
Private English-speaking driver/guide
Pickup from your riad or any location in Fes
1 night in a luxury desert camp with private bathroom
Camel ride per person (optional 4WD transfer available)
Sandboarding available at the desert camp
Dinner and breakfast
Drop-off at your riad in Fes

Lunches and drinks

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How to pay for the tour?

Our payment process is simple and hassle-free. To confirm your booking, we require a small deposit, which can be easily paid via PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise at the time of reservation. The remaining balance is to be paid in cash to your driver or guide on the first day of the tour, in euros, US dollars, or the equivalent amount in Moroccan dirhams.

What currency is used, and how do I get money?

The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.

Is it possible to customize the tour itinerary?

The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.

Do I ride a camel in the desert?

Absolutely. You can fully customize your tour package to suit your preferences, including adding extra stops, upgrading accommodations, or choosing alternative transport options such as 4×4 transfers.

What type of accommodation is provided in the desert?

Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).

What is the duration of the camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes?

Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).

What are the camps in the desert like?

You’ll spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp featuring private tents. The camps offer essential comforts such as comfortable bedding, shared or private bathroom facilities (depending on the camp type), warm blankets, and a communal dining area for meals and relaxation.

What’s your cancellation / refund policy?

This depends on how many days before departure you cancel. We typically require a deposit to hold the booking and partial or full refunds depending on timing.

Is Morocco safe for tourists?

Yes. Morocco is generally considered safe for travelers