Overview
Experience the beauty of the Merzouga Desert on a 2-day trip from Fes to either Marrakech or return to Fes. Visit mountain villages, meet desert nomads, ride camels through the dunes, enjoy sandboarding, dine under the stars, and sleep in a luxury tent with traditional Berber music around a campfire.
Highlights
- Discover the Merzouga Desert
- Visit villages: Ifrane, Midelt, Erfoud
- Camel ride across dunes at sunset
- Luxury tent accommodation with private bathroom
- Traditional Berber dinner and breakfast
- Campfire and live music under the stars
- Sandboarding in the dunes
Itinerary
Pick up at 07.30 am from hotel/riad. Travel from Fez to the Merzouga desert. But; this is not an ordinary drive. We will stop along the way in a number of enjoyable destinations. Firstly, stop at Ifrane, the alpine-style townhome to ski slopes. Secondly, cedar forests are situated in Morocco’s Middle Atlas Mountains to observe and feed the Barbary Monkey. After that, Moving to the popular pitstop of Midelt. ( break for lunch on your own) Then, carrying on through the lush green Ziz Valley and making the last stop in Erfoud.
Upon, arrival at Merzouga, transfer your luggage to the camp by 4*4. The camels will be waiting for you for a camel trekking experience (around 45 min) to enjoy the sunset on camelback to nomad tents where you will have dinner under the starry sky with a Berber folklore show (overnight desert camp)
Get up early for the beckoning Erg Chebbi sunrise, enjoy your breakfast at the camp, and take your shower. Be ready for camel trekking or ( transfer by car 4*4) to meet your driver to back to Fez City. On the way We will Have stops and (break for lunch),
Finally, at the end of Fez desert tours 2 days, drop off. (your hotel/riad Fez).
Cost
The Cost Includes
- A/C Transportation (minibus or mini-van)
- Professional Driver (EN-FR- or SP) speaking
- Camp ( luxury camp option with private bathroom and shower)
- Camel trekking for 45 min
- 1 Breakfast - 1 dinner (Merzouga)
- Camel ride ( sunset & sunrise)
- local music Berber at the camp
- All Application Taxes
- Lunch Meals: Stop in Midelt for lunch at local Restaurant
- Water : Customers can purchase it separately on the stops on the way
- Personal items : Gift for your friends
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General
Our tour prices typically include transportation, accommodation, breakfast and dinner, camel ride in the Sahara Desert, and the services mentioned in the itinerary. Optional activities and lunches are usually not included unless stated otherwise.
Shared tours are conducted with other travelers and follow a fixed itinerary. Private tours are exclusively for you and your group, offering more flexibility, personalized stops, and a private vehicle with driver.
A small deposit is recommended to secure your reservation and accommodations. The remaining balance can usually be paid upon arrival in Morocco.
Yes. Our private tours can be fully customized according to your interests, travel dates, accommodation preferences, and budget.
Depending on the package selected, accommodations range from comfortable riads and hotels to luxury desert camps in the Sahara.
Yes. Most Sahara Desert tours include a sunset camel trek through the dunes of Merzouga.
We offer both standard and luxury desert camps. Private tents are available, and luxury camps provide additional comfort and amenities.
We recommend comfortable clothing, walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a light jacket for cooler evenings, and a camera.
Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary requirements can be accommodated when requested in advance.
Morocco is considered one of the safest destinations in North Africa. Millions of travelers visit every year and enjoy a safe and welcoming experience.
Our team speaks English, French, Spanish, and Arabic. Other languages may be available upon request.
Most desert tours from Marrakech to Merzouga take approximately 8–10 hours of driving, divided over multiple scenic stops and overnight stays.
Absolutely. Our tours are family-friendly, and we can adapt the itinerary to suit travelers with children.
Please inform us as soon as possible. We monitor arrival times whenever possible and will adjust airport transfers accordingly.
Booking with a local company provides authentic experiences, direct support, local expertise, better value, and the flexibility to create a personalized Morocco adventure.
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