This 3 days desert tour from Fes to Merzouga is ideal for travelers who want a deeper Sahara desert experience without rushing. The journey crosses the Middle Atlas Mountains, cedar forests, and Ziz Valley before reaching the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi Merzouga, where you’ll enjoy a camel trek, luxury desert camp stay, and a full desert exploration by 4×4.
Private 3 days desert tour from Fes offerss a tailored and intimate experience. With personalized attention, flexibility in itinerary, and luxury desert camp stays, travelers enjoy comfort, privacy, and unique insights into Moroccan culture. Safety, photography opportunities, and the freedom to explore at your own pace further enhance this memorable desert trip.
On this 3 days desert tour from Fes. Begin with a scenic drive south, passing through Imouzzer to explore Ifrane, calling it “the little Switzerland of Morocco” for its snowy landscapes and its style of architecture.
Next, we will continue to the cedar forests, home to Barbary macaques, where you can feed them. After lunch in Midelt, journey towards the Sahara desert, Merzouga, traversing the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and following the Ziz Valley.
Will reach the Merzouga desert in the afternoon and switch to camels for a memorable camel ride across the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. In the middle of the Erg Chebbi sand dunes, our camel guide will make a break to watch the sunset from atop a dune before continuing to the desert camp. Here, you will spend the night in the comfort of your luxury desert camp, enveloped by the tranquility of the Merzouga desert. enjoy a traditional dinner and then dance around the campfire and the starry sky.
Driving distance: 500 km
Driving time: 7 hours and 30 minutes
Wake up early to catch the beautiful sunrise from the closest dune. After a tasty breakfast at the camp, we’ll begin our adventure in the Merzouga desert. Our trusty 4×4 SUV will take us to meet the Berber nomads living behind the dunes. Learn about their lifestyle and culture as they survive in this remote area. We’ll also visit the deserted village of Miffis, enjoy Gnawa music in Khamlia village, and maybe see the Lake of Birds if it’s full.
After lunch, we’ll head to your riad for check-in and some free time. Take a swim or stroll to the nearby dunes. Dinner will be served in the evening, and you’ll spend the night at your Riad. You can also choose to stay another night at the luxury desert camp if you’d like.
For an unforgettable 3 day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour, we recommend starting early to catch a breathtaking sunrise. After a delicious breakfast at your desert riad, our journey leads us to Rissani, the historic seat of Morocco’s ruling family. If it coincides with market days (Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday), you can explore a traditional Moroccan market, immersing yourself in local culture. Our return trip to Fes via Erfoud and the picturesque Ziz Valley marks the end of your desert adventure as we drop you off at your accommodation and end our fes desert tours 3 days.
Driving distance: 500 km
Driving time: 7 hours and 30 minutes
Prices for the 3-day desert tour from Fes depend on group size, accommodation type, and travel season. Contact us for an exact quote tailored to your travel dates.
NOTE: This 3 days desert tour from Fes is just a suggestion. If it doesn’t suit you, please reach out. We’re experts at tailoring Morocco desert tours to match your preferences and schedule.
This is some of the desert tours from Fes that we offer too. 3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech or 4 days desert tour Fes to Marrakech There are more Fes desert tours here. And please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or need assistance.
Merzouga Desert, located in Errachidia province in southeastern Morocco, is famous for its high dunes of Erg Chebbi.
It is one of the best places to spend a night in a desert camp under the stars, ride camels, and watch the sunset and sunrise. It’s a highlight of many Fes Sahara tours and a must-see on any Fes to Sahara Desert tour.
Ifrane is a small city in Morocco’s Middle Atlas Mountains, known for its European-style buildings and cool climate.
It’s often called “Little Switzerland of Morocco.” Highlights include Al Akhawayn University, Michlifen Ski Resort, and Dayet Aoua Lake. Ifrane is a peaceful, green city, offering a refreshing contrast to Morocco’s desert regions. In our 3 days Fez desert tour, you will have free time to explore this beautiful city, part of the best tours in Fes.
Erfoud is a town located in southeastern Morocco, famous for its fossil workshop and international festival for dates of the palm trees.
Erfoud is one of the highlights on this 3 days desert tour from Fes, commonly featured in many desert tours from Fes.
Rissani is a small town near the Merzouga desert. Known for its traditional markets and camel market, it’s also the birthplace of Morocco’s ruling Alaouite dynasty. Visitors often stop here on their way to the Merzouga dunes during Fes desert excursions.
Rissani is home to ancient ruins and the Rissani Mausoleum, where royal family members are buried.
Nomad families, moving across the desert and mountains with their herds of camels, sheep, and goats. They typically live in tents made of wool or animal skins.
Many nomads still follow traditional ways of life, offering visitors a chance to experience their culture and hospitality, a memorable part of any desert trip from Fes.
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