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3-Day Tour from Fez: Desert Only

Departure

From Fez

Arrival

To Merzouga

Overview :

If you are in the spiritual capital and want to experience the pure Sahara experience without any detours, our 3-day route from Fes Only Desert is the perfect private itinerary. Strategically designed to start and end at your accommodation, this adventure circuit eliminates long indirect routes to focus entirely on giving you an absolute and deep immersion in the great sand sea of Erg Chebbi, in Merzouga.

With the support of an exclusive guide from our team, you will take a fascinating journey of contrasts through the Middle Atlas mountain range, the elegant city of Ifrane, and the lush palm grove of the Ziz Valley. You will live a magical weekend combining the comfort of a hotel with a pool at the foot of the dunes with a night under the stars in a traditional khaima camp. Additionally, you will explore the deep desert in a 4×4 vehicle, meet nomadic families, and enjoy the musical culture in Khamlia. The ideal getaway from Fes to connect with the essence of the Sahara.

Highlights :

  • Optimal direct connection route to make the absolute most of the Merzouga desert with departure and return to Fes.

  • Scenic panoramic journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains and Ifrane, the “Moroccan Switzerland.”

  • Photographic tour contemplating the lush continuous palm grove of the Ziz Valley.

  • Great 4×4 immersion day circling the dunes, with tea in the khaimas of nomadic families and discovering fossil areas.

  • Cultural and rhythmic experience with a live demonstration of traditional Gnaoua music in the village of Khamlia.

  • Spectacular guided camel excursion at sunset over the gigantic golden dunes.

  • Double experience in the Sahara: 1 comfortable night in a hotel with a pool facing the sand and 1 magical night in Berber khaimas.

  • Stop at the legendary forests of Azrou to interact with the wild Barbary macaques.

The Itinerary :

Day 1 – Fes – Ifrane “Moroccan Switzerland” – Middle Atlas Mountains – Midelt – Errachidia – Ziz Valley – Merzouga

In the morning, meeting with the escort guide at your accommodation in Fes at 8:00 AM. We will begin the journey to the desert, traveling through the university city of Ifrane, better known as the “Moroccan Switzerland” and one of the favorite cities of the King of Morocco, along with the landscapes of the Atlas until reaching the Ziz Valley, an extensive palm grove. We will arrive in Merzouga at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Traditional welcome dinner in the desert.

Day 2 – Merzouga – Tour around the dunes in 4×4 – Visit to Berber nomadic families – Fossils and mines area – Khamlia (including traditional Gnaoua music demonstration) – Camel excursion – Magical night in a Berber camp (khaimas)

Today we will have the entire day to travel through and discover the lifestyle and culture of the desert. After breakfast, departure in the 4×4 vehicle to circle the dunes, visit the Berber nomadic families living in the area and share a tea with them, head out to the mines and fossil area to learn about the natural resources of the desert, and witness a traditional Gnaoua music demonstration by the Bambaras group of Khamlia. In the mid-afternoon, a camel excursion is taken to reach the camp while enjoying a sunset that will probably be stored in your memory as one of the best natural spectacles you have ever witnessed. Traditional Berber dinner at the camp to the rhythm of drums under the moon and stars, surrounded by dunes and accompanied by a campfire. This will undoubtedly be a magical night!

Day 3 – Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Errachidia – Midelt – Cedar forests and monkeys of Azrou – Fes

Those who wish can wake up early to witness the desert sunrise one last time. After breakfast, departure toward the Ziz Valley, crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains until reaching the cedar forests and monkeys of Azrou to make a stop. Continuation until arriving in Fes. Transfer to your accommodation. END OF OUR SERVICES. We wish you a happy return home, and see you again soon in Morocco, Inshallah

Included and Not Included :

What's Included :

  • A local guide who speaks your language (personalized assistance, ongoing support, and guidance throughout the tour).
  • Exclusive private transportation throughout the entire itinerary in a modern, comfortable, and fully equipped vehicle (fuel included).
  • Half-board plan (includes all dinners and breakfasts during the trip).
  • 1 night in Merzouga at a hotel at the foot of the dunes with a pool (dinner, lodging, and breakfast).
  • 1 night in Merzouga at a Berber camp with traditional haimas (dinner, lodging, and breakfast).
  • Guided 4x4 tour of the Erg Chebbi dunes, including visits to traditional nomadic families and Khamlia.
  • Guided camel ride through the desert.
  • All visits and photo stops listed in detail in the itinerary.

What is not included :

  • Lunches (midday meals).
  • All types of beverages with lunch and dinner.
  • Admission to historic sites, museums, or kasbahs.
  • Optional additional activities (ATV or buggy rentals in the dunes, wellness services, massages, or a hammam).
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tipping: In Morocco, tipping is a deeply rooted tradition and is considered a natural, voluntary gesture of courtesy in recognition of good service. There are no set rates, and the amount is left to your discretion.
  • Any item not explicitly listed in the "Included" section.

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