3-Day Fes Desert Tour via Merzouga
Tour from
Fes
Duration
3 days
Min people
1 person
Destination
Merzouga
Experience the magic of Morocco’s desert landscapes on this 3-day journey from Fes to Merzouga and back. Travel through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains, cedar forests, and lush palm valleys before reaching the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy a camel ride across the desert, spend a night in a traditional Berber camp under a starry sky, and witness sunrise over the Sahara. On the return journey, cross the Middle Atlas again via Azrou, stopping at scenic villages and forests, completing a full loop back to Fes. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, adventure, and authentic Moroccan culture.
- Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains and cedar forests
- Observe wild monkeys in their natural habitat
- Explore the Ziz Valley with palm groves and Berber villages
- Camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset
- Overnight in a desert camp under the Sahara stars
- Sunrise over the golden sand dunes
- Return to Fes via Azrou and the Middle Atlas with panoramic views
- Visit traditional Berber villages and scenic mountain landscapes
Tour Details
Day 1: Fes – Middle Atlas – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Start your adventure early from Fes and drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through towns such as Ifrane and Azrou. Stop at the cedar forest to observe the wild monkeys in their natural habitat, a memorable wildlife experience. Continue south through the lush Ziz Valley, with its palm oases and traditional Berber villages, offering beautiful photo opportunities and a glimpse of local life. Arrive at Merzouga in the late afternoon, where you will begin a camel trek into the heart of the dunes. Enjoy the sunset over the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, then settle into a desert camp for dinner around the campfire and a night under the starry Sahara sky.
Day 2: Merzouga Desert – Sunrise – Nomads – Desert Exploration
Wake early to witness the sunrise over the magnificent dunes, an unforgettable moment as the desert comes alive with colors. After breakfast at the camp, enjoy a day of desert exploration, visiting small nomadic settlements and learning about the traditional lifestyle of desert families. Walk along the dunes, try sandboarding, and soak in the vast desert landscapes. Take time to relax and appreciate the serenity of the Sahara before returning to your camp for dinner and a second night under the desert stars.
Day 3: Merzouga – Midelt – Azrou – Fes
After breakfast, begin the return journey to Fes via the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop at the cedar forests near Azrou to see the wild monkeys again and enjoy the beautiful forest scenery. Pass through picturesque Berber villages and mountain landscapes, taking in panoramic views of the valleys and traditional life along the way. Continue through Midelt and other charming towns before arriving back in Fes in the evening, concluding your 3-day desert adventure with memories of Morocco’s mountains, desert, and cultural richness.