3 Days Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes

Marrakech, Morocco
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, Chinese, English, Chinese, French
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Join a 3-day tour from Marrakech to Fez, exploring the Merzouga Desert and Atlas Mountains. Travel through Berber villages, visit the Ait-Ben Haddou Kasbah, and enjoy a coffee break at the Valley of the Roses. After dinner at Dades Gorge, ride camels in Merzouga’s desert, and enjoy a Berber dinner and performance. Spend the night in a desert tent, then continue through Azrou's cedar forests and ifrane town to Fez.

Upgrade to a Premium Desert Tour for a more luxurious experience, including travel by private 4WD, a stay in a luxury riad, and a deluxe desert camp with an included desert ATV ride. Alternatively, choose the Standard Tour with a standard desert tent or upgrade for a luxury tent with a private bathroom.

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Options

Luxury Camp Tent (Recommended)

Private room and luxury camp: First night in hotel in Dades Gorge;
Second night in a luxury private camp tent with a private bathroom.
Camel trekking: Sand boarding, ATV Quad and Buggy are available to rent in the desert dunes with the tent staff.
Upgraded
Duration: 3 days
Diners x 2 & Breakfasts x 2
Via Merzouga Sahara Desert
Conformable Minivan: With enough space for your luggage
Pickup included
Pickup included

Only Tour Consultant

Sahara/ Morocco multi-day tour/ Morocco local experience
Pickup included

Premium Desert Tour

Luxury Riad & Luxury Camp: First night at a Luxury Riad in Dades Gorde;
Second night at a Luxury Camp in Merzouga
Camel trek & ATV & Sand board: 1 hour camel ride & 1 hour ATV quad ride & Sand boarding
Premium
Duration: 3 days
Dinner x 2 & Breakfast x 2
Via Merzouga Sahara Desert
Private Vehicle: Private 4x4 Toyota, Land Cruiser Prado or business van.
Pickup included
Pickup included

Standard Desert Camp Tent

Private room and standard camp: First night in a private room in Hotel in Dades Gorge;
Second night in a Standard shared camp tent with shared bathroom
Camel trekking: Sandboarding, ATV Quad and Buggy are available to rent in the desert dunes with the tent satff.
Basic
Duration: 3 days
Diners x 2 & Breakfasts x 2
Via Merzouga Sahara Desert
Conformable Minivan: With enough space for your luggage
Pickup included
Pickup included

What's included

  • Dinner
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Camel trek into the desert
  • Parking Fees
  • Professional driver
  • Gratuities
  • Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou

What to expect

Day 1: MARRAKECH - TI’ZIN TICHKA - KASBAH AIT BEN HADDOU - ROSE VALLEY -DADES GORGE
  1. Tizi n Tichka
    30m
    Cross the majestic Atlas Mountains and admire the breathtaking scenery from the top of the Tizi N'Tichka Pass, the highest in North Africa.
  2. Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou
    2h
    Visit the renowned Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  3. Valley of the Roses
    30m
    Enjoy a short coffee break at Roses Valley in Kelaat Mgouna.
  4. Dades Gorges
    10h · Admission ticket included
    Join your accommodation through the road of Dades Valley. Overnight, Dinner and breakfast are included
Day 2: Dades GORGE - TODRA GORGES - Merzouga
  1. 30m
    On our way to Merzouga, we’ll pass through the magnificent Todra Gorge, a natural wonder carved by the Todra River. Towering limestone cliffs rise dramatically on either side, creating a breathtaking canyon that’s a favorite spot for photographers and nature enthusiasts alike. We’ll take some time to explore the gorge, allowing you to admire its towering walls, stroll along the river, and take in the awe-inspiring scenery before continuing our journey into the desert.
  2. Merzouga Desert
    12h · Admission ticket included
    Experience unforgettable moments as you ride a camel at sunset in the desert of Erg Chabbi, Merzouga. Immerse yourself in the Berber nomadic lifestyle by spending the night under the stars in a traditional tent, and savor an authentic Berber-style dinner accompanied by a captivating Berber performance around the bonfire.
Day 3: MERZOUGA - RISSANI - ERFOUD - CEDAR FOREST - IFRANE - FES
  1. Maison Tafilalet
    Pass by
    Cross the palm groves of Tafilalet and pass through the town of Rissani to reach the Ziz Valley.
  2. Erfoud
    Pass by
    Pass through the captivating town of Erfoud.
  3. Azrou Cedar Forest
    15m
    If you have the chance, you may encounter Barbary macaques in the cedar forest between Azrou and Ifrane.
  4. Ifrane
    15m
    On your way to Fes, stop in the picturesque town of Ifrane.
  5. Fez
    1h
    Arrive in Fez, the cultural capital of Morocco, early in the evening.
    Drop-off at your accommodation or the nearest accessible point.
    End of service in Fez.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all travelers from their accommodations in Marrakech from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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