This 3-day private Sahara Desert tour from Fes to Fes takes you through the scenic landscapes of Morocco’s Middle Atlas Mountains and into the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga. Along the way, you’ll visit Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, Erfoud, and the Ziz Valley while experiencing the changing landscapes of Morocco.
The highlight of the journey is the Sahara Desert, where you’ll enjoy a camel trek through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, watch the sunset and sunrise, and spend a memorable night at a desert camp with a traditional dinner and Berber music under the stars.
During your desert experience, you’ll also explore the Merzouga area by 4×4, visit Khamlia village to experience Gnawa music, meet a local nomad family, and discover the unique black volcanic landscapes around the dunes. This private Fes to Fes tour combines adventure, nature, and Moroccan culture for an authentic Sahara Desert experience. Morocco Tours
Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains and cedar forests
Visit Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”
Stop in Azrou and see the wild Barbary macaques
Discover the fossil town of Erfoud and traditional Rissani
Enjoy a camel trek through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi
Watch a spectacular Sahara sunset and sunrise
Spend the night at a desert camp with traditional dinner and Berber music
Explore the Merzouga desert by 4×4
Visit Khamlia village and experience traditional Gnawa music
Meet a nomad family and learn about traditional desert life
Your private driver will pick you up from your riad or hotel in Fes at around 8:00 a.m. and begin the journey south toward the Sahara Desert.
Travel through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through Ifrane, a charming mountain town known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” before continuing to Azrou, famous for its cedar forests and wild Barbary macaques.
Continue to Midelt, where you’ll have time for lunch before driving through the dramatic landscapes toward Errachidia. Along the way, enjoy views of the Ziz Valley before continuing through Erfoud and Rissani toward Merzouga.
Upon arrival in the Merzouga area, you’ll begin your camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy the changing colors of the Sahara as the sun sets over the dunes before arriving at your desert camp.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, Berber music, and a memorable night in the Sahara Desert under the stars.
Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After sunrise, return by camel to Merzouga, where you’ll have breakfast and time to freshen up at your hotel.
Later, set out on a private 4×4 desert excursion to explore the landscapes and villages surrounding the Erg Chebbi dunes. Visit local villages such as Hassi Labied, Merdani, and Khamlia, and discover the unique culture and traditions of the region.
In Khamlia village, known for its Gnawa musical heritage, enjoy a cup of traditional Moroccan tea while listening to authentic Gnawa music performed by local musicians.
Continue through the desert to enjoy panoramic views of the golden dunes and the surrounding landscapes. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet a nomad family living in a traditional Berber tent and learn about their way of life, traditions, and daily activities while sharing a cup of tea.
Continue your 4×4 adventure through the unique black volcanic desert landscape before stopping near Yasmina Lake for panoramic views of the dunes and, when water is present, the seasonal lake.
After exploring the Merzouga desert, return to your hotel for dinner and overnight accommodation.
After breakfast at your hotel in Merzouga, begin the journey back to Fes.
Travel through Erfoud, known for its fossils and fossil workshops, before continuing through the scenic Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Stop in Midelt and Zaida, where you can enjoy the changing landscapes and traditional villages of the region.
Continue to Azrou, where you’ll have the opportunity to see the wild Barbary macaques in the cedar forest. Then drive through Ifrane, the charming mountain town known for its alpine-style architecture.
Continue the journey toward Fes, arriving in the afternoon or early evening, depending on road and traffic conditions.
Your private driver will drop you off at your riad or hotel in Fes, marking the end of your 3-day Sahara Desert tour. Contact Us
Yes. This is a private 3-day Sahara Desert tour starting and ending in Fes. The itinerary is designed for your private group.
The tour includes a camel ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes, an overnight stay at a desert camp, dinner, breakfast, and a 4×4 excursion around the Merzouga desert.
The tour starts with pick-up from your riad or hotel in Fes and ends with drop-off at your accommodation in Fes on Day 3.
The route includes Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, the Ziz Valley, Erfoud, Rissani, Merzouga, Khamlia, and the Erg Chebbi dunes.
The tour includes two nights of accommodation: one night in the Merzouga area in a hotel and one night at a desert luxury camp.
No. Lunch is not included, giving you the flexibility to choose where and what you would like to eat along the route.
We recommend comfortable clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a light jacket for the cooler desert evenings and mornings.
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