3-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga

Discover the highlights of Morocco on this 3-day, 2-night tour from Fes to Merzouga and back. Start your journey from Fes, 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 reaching the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Enjoy a camel ride into the dunes, spend a night in a desert camp, and witness magical sunsets and sunrises. Explore the desert further on a 4×4 adventure.

On the way back, visit the traditional market of Rissani and the fossil-rich town of Erfoud before returning to Fes. The tour concludes in Fes, completing a memorable Moroccan desert experience.

Duration: 3 days/2 nights

Start: Fes

End: Fes

Tour Style: Private

HIGHILGHTES:

Visiting Ifrane, the Switzerland of Morocco
Seeing Barbary Macaques in the cedar forest
Driving through Midelt and along the Ziz Valley
Experiencing camel trekking and sunset in Merzouga desert
Spending a night under the stars in a luxury desert camp
Exploring nomad villages and enjoying Berber tea
Listening to Gnaoua music in Khamlia
Visiting the wild Merzouga lake and palm groves
Discovering Rissani Souk and Erfoud fossil workshops
Driving back through Ziz Valley, cedar forests, and Ifrane to Fes

TOUR Itinerary

The tour begins with an early pickup from your Fes accommodation or airport. Travel south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, known for its cool climate, occasional snow, and Alpine-style architecture, earning it the nickname “Switzerland of Morocco.” Continue to the Cedars Forest, home to Barbary Macaques, which you can feed while exploring the forest.

Stop in Midelt for lunch before heading toward the Sahara Desert, passing the scenic Tizi-n-Tilghmt Pass and following the Ziz River. Arrive in Merzouga, where you switch to camels and traverse the golden dunes, stopping atop a high dune to enjoy a magical sunset. End the day at a luxury desert camp, where traditional Berber drums, music, and dancing await under a star-filled sky. Dinner and overnight in the camp.

Start early to witness the breathtaking desert sunrise, followed by breakfast. Return on camels or by 4×4 to Merzouga, where your driver will continue the day’s adventure exploring the surrounding region.

Visit an ancient eyeliner mine, then meet local nomads in their handmade tents to learn about their lifestyle over Berber tea. Continue to Khamlia Village, where you can enjoy authentic Gnaoua music and dancing, performed by inhabitants originating from sub-Saharan countries. After a free lunch, stroll through a palm grove, and drive a short distance to the wild lake of Merzouga, also called Flamingos Lake, a beautiful oasis in the desert. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

After breakfast, depart the desert for Rissani, the historic capital of Tafilalet, known for its bustling souk held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Continue to Erfoud to visit a fossilized marble workshop.

Drive along the Ziz River, stopping for panoramic views of the valley. Pass through the Cedars Forest and return to Ifrane before reaching Fes. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your accommodation or Fes airport.

The tour ends in Fes, but if you wish to continue your journey, consider extending your adventure with the 3-Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech.

3 days private transportation in a 4×4 or minivan with A/C and fuel
Pickup and drop-off at your riad or any location in Fes
Private English-speaking driver/guide
1 night in an excellent hotel or riad
1 night in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga with private bathroom
Camel ride per person (optional 4WD transfer available)
Sandboarding available at the desert camp
Dinners and breakfasts

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