Private 3-Days tour from Fes to Merzouga Desert with Luxury Camp and Camel Ride

Day 1: Fez - Ifrane - Midelt - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert

1. Ifrane
   30m
   We start our journey early in the morning and head for the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop for a coffee in Ifrane, also known as «Switzerland of Morocco» with its chalet like houses.
2. Middle Atlas Mountains
   Pass by
   From here we are heading south through several typical villages and you will have the opportunity to spot nomad families living in their tents along the road.
3. Midelt
   1h
   After our lunch in Midelt we continue our drive and enjoy panoramic views crossing the Tizi N' Talghoumt pass.
4. Erfoud
   20m
   In Erfoud, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the valley of the river Ziz lined with thousands of date palms.
5. Hassilabied
   12h
   Now we’re almost at the dunes! After arriving in Merzouga, we will enjoy our dinner in the desert lodge where we'll spend the night in one of the best Luxury Riads in Merzouga.

Day 2: Explore Merzouga - Rissani - Erfoud - Nomad family - Khamlia - Oasis of Hassilabied

1. Rissani
   1h
   Start your visit to the area around Merzouga and the land of the Ait Khebbach tribe with pick-up from your accommodation in a spacious and comfortable 4x4 vehicle. Drive to Rissani with the opportunity to visit the local market with the «donkey parking» and have a look at some fossils outside the city.
2. Khamlia
   1h
   Continue your desert exploration with a visit to the village of Khamlia. Here, you'll enjoy the inhabitants' music and dance, and have the opportunity to try their instruments and learn to play some desert music of your own!
3. Erg Chebbi
   1h
   Afterwards, take a 4x4 down a gravel road to the Lake of Merzouga (also named Lake Tamezguida), which appears seasonally from November to May during the rainy season in Middle Atlas. This is the best spot to see desert birds, and sometimes even flamingos! Return to your accommodation in Merzouga in the late afternoon.
4. Erg Chebbi
   12h
   After arriving back in Merzouga, you will experience a one hour camel ride to reach the desert camp while the sun sinks down behind the dunes. Enjoy your evening dining in a berber tent, look for shooting stars at the camp fire and sleep in nomad tent!

Day 3: Merzouga - Erfoud - Ziz Valley - Middle Atlas - Midelt - Bhalil - Fes

1. Merzouga
   1m
   Wake up by the first strays of light to watch the sunrise over the sahara before you enjoy your typical breakfast. We return on the camel's back or 4x4 to the village of Merzouga to meet your driver and continue your tour.
2. 3h
   We start our journey in direction Fes after and head for the Middle Atlas Mountains. We'll drive through several typical villages and you will have the opportunity to spot nomad families living in their tents along the road.
3. Bhalil
   1h
   This mountain village is worth a trip for its troglodyte cave houses built into the picturesque rocks and painted in pastel colors of pink, yellow and blue. The cave dwellings date back to the 4th century and have been inhabited by shepherds for hundreds of years. Some caves are still in use as the cool, spacious salon of the house while the bedrooms are built above.
4. Fez
   Pass by
   Evening arrival in Fes and drop off at your accommodation or at the Airport of Fes.

Pickup details

Please wait in the reception area of your accommodation in Fes
Pick up at the airport Fes-Saiss (arrivals) also possible
Pick ups at AirBnB's/private residences not possible, in this case your pick up place would be in front of the Hotel Bab Boujloud - in this case, please send us a What's app message after booking to arrange pick up

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness