4-Day Marrakech to Fes desert tour ( 2-night in Merzouga Desert )

4.9
(25 reviews)
Marrakech, Morocco

4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This 4-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour unique is the perfect balance between adventure, comfort, and authentic local experiences. Unlike standard desert trips that rush through the Sahara, this tour includes 2 nights in Merzouga Desert, giving you enough time to truly enjoy the magic of the dunes without feeling hurried. You will experience both sunset and sunrise in the Sahara, enjoy a camel ride across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, and spend unforgettable evenings under the stars with traditional Berber music and local cuisine.

The journey also takes you through some of Morocco’s most spectacular landscapes, including the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, the Valley of Roses, and Todra Gorges. The extra night in Merzouga allows time for relaxation or optional activities like quad biking, 4x4 desert excursions, or peaceful walks in the dunes. This tour is ideal for travelers who want a deeper desert experience while traveling comfortably from Marrakech to Fes.

What's Included

Sand boarding
Camel riding
Berber Music at the camp
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
Accommodation in Dades Valley ( Halfboard )
Private tent in the desert camp ( Halfboard )
Lunches
Drinks
Tickets

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point

End point
Bab Boujloud

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Pick up from Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Kasbah Ait ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Valley

    1 stop
  • Ait Ben Haddou (Pass by)

    Today, we pick you up from your Hotel in Marrakech, and departure to Ait Benhaddou over the mountains of high Atlas passing through the Tizi N'tichka pass (2260 m in altitude), visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and stop for lunch in a local restaurant. In the Afternoon we will drive to Ouarzazate and stop near the atlas film studios for a photo then continue to the city center for a panoramic view of the kasbah of Taourirt.After that you will head to Kalaa M'gouna or Boumalne du Dades for a night. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga Sahara desert ( Camel ride & Night in the desert )

    1 stop
  • Merzouga (Pass by)

    This morning after breakfast in the hotel, driving towards Tineghir passing by Boumalne du Dades and stopping for a panoramic view of Dades valley. Later on, we will continue to Todra gorges via Imider and Tineghir. Stopping along the way for photos and admiring the views. Arrival to Todra Gorges to enjoy its marvelous Canyons views while hiking on foot. In the afternoon we continue to Tinejdad and have a break for lunch then to Erfoud where you will visit a local fossil craft workshop. After that you will continue to the captivating dunes of Erg Chebbi, these dunes are called also Merzouga Dunes. Arrive to the hotel and get ready for a camel trek for an hour and half to enjoy the sunset. While on the back of your dromedary, you will continue to the camp for an overnight in traditional nomad tent. Dinner and spend the night in a bivouac in the middle of the dunes.

  • Day 3

    Explore Merzouga: Erg-Chebbi - Berber Nomad - Black Desert - Ammonite Fossils - Mine Village

    6 stops
  • 1
    Erg Chebbi Dunes

    This 4-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour will take you on a trip into the Erg-Chebbi dunes, where you can stop and take pictures

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will visit a Berber family in the desert, and your guide will explain to you about the nomadic lifestyle, and we will stop for a cup of tea in their traditional Berber tent.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Merzouga

    We will drive in the black desert beside the Moroccan-Algerian border and enjoy the vast black desert with its Acacia trees - Stop in A panoramic view of the Merzouga black desert.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Merzouga

    Our 4-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour will take you to a fossil spot where you can walk in the black desert and search for Ammonite fossils.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Merzouga

    We will visit a Mine Village with a French colonial ruin - Still, also some active mines of lead, coal, and borite.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Musica De Gnawa, Khamlia

    We will visit Khamlia village, where you can enjoy the local Gnawa music.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Day 4

    Merzouga - Ziz Valley - Ifrane - Fes

    1 stop
  • 7
    Ifrane

    Ifrane

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Mouhou Tours

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Nature and Wildlife Tours
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Private and Luxury
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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