3-Days Desert Tour From Fes To Fes or Marrakech via Merzouga
Overview
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72 hours
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Embark on a captivating 3-day adventure with our "3 Days 2 Magic Night Merzouga Desert Tour from Fes & Back to Fes." Traverse the Middle Atlas Mountains, explore charming towns like Ifrane, and witness the Berber village of Azrou with resident macaque monkeys. Lunch in Midelt, the City of Apples, precedes the awe-inspiring Ziz Valley. In Merzouga, experience the world's most captivating sunrise over the sand dunes. Choose your activities, from exploring historical towns to enjoying Gnawa music in Khamlia village.
As the day cools, embark on a camel trek to a Berber campsite amidst the dunes. Revel in Berber hospitality with traditional desert meals and cultural insights. After a magical night, wake to another mesmerizing sunrise, refresh, and prepare for the return journey to Fez. Our seasoned driver ensures a safe trip, leaving you with memories of an enchanting Moroccan adventure. Book now and let the desert's magic captivate your senses, promising an experience beyond imagination!
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Fes - Ifrane - Cedars Forest - Midelt - Ziz Valley -Merzouga Sahara
Accommodations
Overnight in the Desert luxury camp in Erg Chebbi dunes
Food and Drinks
DINNER
Dinner
Middle Atlas Mountains
We'll fetch you from your hotel or Riad at approximately 7:30 am to embark on a captivating journey into the Middle Atlas Mountains. Our first destination is the charming town of Ifrane, constructed by the French in the 1930s and often referred to as Morocco's Switzerland. Following that, we'll traverse the expansive cedar forests surrounding the Berber village of Azrou, known locally as "The Rock," where the renowned Barbary apes—actually macaque monkeys—may join you for lunch in their natural habitat. As we continue through the Atlas Mountains, described as pillars supporting the sky, you'll navigate winding paths amid forested peaks, encounter meandering mountain streams and springs, and marvel at the breathtaking, rugged rock walls along the way.
Midelt
Following an exhilarating morning expedition in the Middle Atlas Mountains, we'll pause for lunch in the city of Midelt, fondly known as the City of Apples. Positioned at the convergence of the Middle Atlas Mountains and the onset of the High Atlas, Midelt boasts a unique charm nestled amidst the mountains.
As we ventured deeper into the Atlas Mountains, encountering the Berber communities along our route, we eventually arrived at the expansive Ziz Valley, the largest oasis in Africa. Here, a breathtaking panorama unfolded before us, as palm trees and mountains coalesced in a singular landscape, divided by the formidable Ziz River—one of the most substantial rivers in the region.
Merzouga
Continuing our journey towards Merzouga, we'll make a pit stop along the road to marvel at panoramic views, offering a glimpse of a vast oasis adorned with palm trees. Arriving in Merzouga in the afternoon, the evening unfolds with a delightful dinner accompanied by Saharan music. Our overnight stay promises an authentic experience in a traditional Kasbah.
Explore The Desert Merzouga Camel Trekking
Accommodations
Overnight in Hotel Mamouch or similar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
DINNER
Dinner
Merzouga
Whether you choose to sleep in or heed our suggestion to rise early and witness the sunrise over the sand dunes, your day in Merzouga begins with breakfast. The day unfolds with opportunities to explore the surrounding desert at your own pace. Potential activities include visiting historical towns and palm groves around the Tafilalt Oasis (such as Rissani and Merzouga), experiencing Gnawa music in the Khamlia village, or simply relaxing around the desert tents. In the late afternoon, as the heat of the day subsides, we'll embark on a camel trek to a Berber campsite nestled in the heart of the sand dunes—far removed from worldly concerns. Here, your Berber hosts will prepare traditional desert meals, including a delectable dish called Madfona, and you might have the chance to savor camel's milk while gaining insights into their culture. Spend the evening gathered around the campfire, explore the desert surroundings, or recline on a sand dune and marvel at the stars overhead.
Merzouga - Erfoud - Ziz Valley - Midelt - Fes
Accommodations
Excluded
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Fez
Following a enchanting night in the desert camp, the time has come to get ready for the journey back to Fez. Before embarking on the return trip, seize the opportunity to wake up early and relish the breathtaking sunrise over the sand dunes—regarded as one of the best in the world. Subsequently, you can return to the camp, enjoy a refreshing bath, gather your belongings, and then commence the return journey to Fez with your driver.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned minivan with professional driver
2 nights accommodation
Camel ride
Lunch and drinks
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
3days desert tour back to fez
Luxury camp + riad mamouch: You will have a night in a luxury camp and a night in a hotel in Merzouga.
Camel ride : You have a camel ride to reach the camp inside the golden sand desert.
Service luxury : We will provide you with everything you want.
Duration: 3 days: The trip takes three days from Fez and then back to Fez.
2 dinner and 2 breakfast : All the food we have is suitable for what tourists like.
Fez to Merzouga back to fez : Departure from Fez and return to Fez
VIP Van : Comfortable and air-conditioned car with a professional driver
Pickup included
3-Days Desert Tour from Fez to Marrakech
Camel ride : The trip includes a camel ride to reach the camp inside the sand desert.
luxury service : Our staffs are available around the clock to make your trip amazing.
Duration: 3 days: The trip takes three days from Fez to Marrakech, two nights in Merzouga.
2 dinner+ 2 breakfast : We have vegetarian options as well.
Fes-Merzouga-Marrakech: The trip starts from Fez to Merzouga for two nights, then heads directly to Marrakech.
VIP Van : Comfortable van with a professional driver
Pickup included
Reviews
58 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
UNIQUE Experience
AndreaRobredo1997,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour has been amazing!!!! A unique experience thanks to Mohammed, he has been an excellent guide and travel companion. 100% recommended
Unforgettable desert experience
eehb,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely people and amazing desert experience! The van rides were a bit long but that is to be expected, getting to the Sahara. We missed the monkeys due to snow and closed roads. Drivers on the way back weee fantastic and had good English. The glamping accommodations were beyond incredible!
The website turns out...
N V,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The website is misleading. When I made the reservation it said that we would make stops in Ouartzazat, Todra Gorge, Ait ben Addou... And he didn't. In addition, the photos of the tour show images of those places, which you later do not see. The experience in the desert was very good. On the way from Fez to the desert we also did not stop in Ifranne because of the bad weather.
Drive from Fes to Marakkesh
I4601LVzeynepa,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver mohammed was amazing. He made sure we had fun, he was very knowlegable and very professional. He was trustworthy and was speaking very good English. I am so glad that he was our driver and we will miss him so much. If you want to feel safe and learn a lot about Morocco, definitely consider Mohamed.
Great tour!!
483jeannyf,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow Mohammed was awesome! The tour was great and he made me feel right at home while a country away. throughout the car ride, we made very fun stops exploring Morocco beyond just the desert tour. Mohammed was very accommodating and kind he was a very knowledgeable tour guide, sharing history, facts and personal stories about Morocco making the Tour unique and engaging. I would totally recommend this tour to anyone interested in experience Morocco through an authentic fun activity filled adventure.
Great trip, wonderful guide, full of experiences and information
jn harris4991,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent experience and Mohammed, our tour guide, was brilliant. He was exceptionally knowledgeable and was very warm, kind and helpful - providing as much information as you could possibly want or need and looking after our group very nicely. He was super easy to get along with and made the trip fun, interesting and comfortable. The route itself is good and you get to see a lot in a short space of time. Yes it is a lot of driving but you are in a comfortable SUV van for 7 people and you stop regularly for comfort breaks etc. A few of the stops are very brief and feel more like opportunities to sell you things but it doesn't ruin the experience. The night in the desert was a real highlight, both the activities (camel ride, sunset, sandboarding etc.) and the accommodation. The second night you are in a hotel that is nothing special but is fine. Small negatives were the second place we stopped for lunch - it was too much of a tourist trap with poor wifi, a small selection of food (not all of which you can trust according to the online reviews) that is expensive.
DAWN IN THE DESERT
OlgaManel,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have been super satisfied in how the Desert Smile Tour company manages this experience, it is true that the route from Fez to Merzouga is far away but the drivers are very nice and professional people and they make these transfers with much care, education, they are making stops to make the route more comfortable. Our one-way driver was Hamid and the return was with Pedro, both made us feel very good with their attentions Once in the desert we experienced a pleasant experience, camel rides were a lot of fun. Then we met Mohammad and Aimad and they came back to us excellently, we did a small tour with Mohammad and we were delighted with the tour and with him, he is an excellent person dedicated to doing his job well and that our experience is an unforgettable memory and he gets it very easily. THANK YOU MOHAMMAD!!!!
Amazing experience
Manuel Y,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved it!!! It has been an unforgettable experience Mohammed and Aimad two excellent people who care at all times that your stay is as pleasant as possible Mohammed is responsible for Desert Smail Tour and I am clear that my return to Morocco will go through your hands again, showed us your lack of profit and your excellent quality of person Thank you both for our satisfaction in the experience
Discovering the real Morocco
dariofY7405TQ,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience in Morocco was one of the best I have had so far, made even more unforgettable thanks to our driver Mohammed. From Marrakech to Fes, passing through the Merzouga desert, we visited the main cities of the country, discovering their culture and traditions. Mohammed, in addition to being an excellent company and always available, enriched the trip with curiosities, explanations and anecdotes that otherwise we would never have discovered, enthusiastically answering our every question. I recommend this tour to anyone who wants to fully discover Morocco and truly immerse themselves in its culture.
The best Sahara road trips
sakisp201,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I took three days to go from Marrakech to Sahara to festivals. They fulfilled my personal wish to go to the festival from Marrakech and Hamed and Rachid and the two drivers were very kind and entertained us. The desert experience was so beautiful I will never forget it. Of course, it was covered in a lot of sand, but it is a good memory. Thank you.
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