3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga
The classic Sahara escape from Fes. Drive through the Middle Atlas to the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, spend two nights in a Merzouga desert camp with a camel trek, sunrise over the dunes and a full day exploring the desert, then return to Fes. Perfect if Fes is your base in Morocco.
Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Ziz Valley → Merzouga (2 nights) → Rissani → Middle Atlas → Fes
Highlights
- Ifrane, the “Switzerland of Morocco”
- Azrou cedar forest and macaques
- Ziz Valley palm groves
- Sunset camel trek into Erg Chebbi
- Two nights in the Sahara
- 4×4 tour around the dunes
- Gnawa music in Khamlia village
- Nomad families and desert lakes
Itinerary
Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Early pick-up in Fes. Through Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou, then the Ziz Valley, arriving at the edge of Erg Chebbi in the late afternoon for a camel trek to camp, dinner and a night under the stars.
A full day in the Merzouga desert
Sunrise over the dunes, then explore the desert by 4×4: nomad families, the Gnawa musicians of Khamlia, seasonal lakes and fossil sites. Free time to relax or try sandboarding, and a second night at camp with music around the fire.
Merzouga – Rissani – Middle Atlas – Fes
After breakfast, drive back north through the old market town of Rissani and the Middle Atlas mountains, arriving at your riad in Fes in the evening.
Included
- Private A/C vehicle
- Professional driver-guide
- Pick-up and drop-off in Fes
- 2 nights in a Merzouga desert camp
- Camel trek in Erg Chebbi
- 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- Sandboarding at camp
Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees
- Tips
Your Fes to Merzouga desert tour route
- Fes
- Ifrane
- Merzouga
- Rissani
- Fes
Fes to Merzouga desert tour FAQ
How far is Merzouga from Fes?
About 470 km, around 7 to 8 hours of driving with stops. That is why the 3-day tour gives you two nights in the desert: you arrive relaxed and have a full day in the dunes.
Can I do a 2-day desert tour from Fes?
It is possible, but with almost 15 hours of driving in two days you spend little time in the desert. We recommend 3 days as the minimum from Fes.
Can I end the tour in Marrakech instead of Fes?
Yes. Choose our 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour, which continues through the Todra Gorge, the Dades Valley and Aït Benhaddou to Marrakech.
What is the best season for a Sahara tour from Fes?
March to May and September to November are the most comfortable. Desert nights are cold from December to February, so pack warm layers.
