Embark on a thrilling 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fez via Merzouga. Experience the magic of Morocco’s Sahara desert, witness breathtaking starry nights, and immerse yourself in Moroccan culture. Book now!
Marrakech > High Atlas Mountains > Ait Ben Haddou > Ouarzazate > Tinghir
Marrakech - Begin your shared desert tour to Fes from Marrakech. After passing through areas filled with small towns and various farms, we will ascend to cross the High Atlas Mountains.
Tizi n Tichka - We will make a brief stop for coffee and a restroom break before reaching the renowned Tizi Ntichka pass, which stands at 2260 meters. Several stops will be made for photos and to stretch your legs as the landscape changes dramatically near Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou.
Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - This UNESCO-listed village is one of Morocco’s most visited landmarks, known for its use in numerous Hollywood films such as Game of Thrones, Kingdom of Heaven, and Gladiator.
Ouarzazate - Pass through Ouarzazate to reach Dades Valley.
Vallee Des Roses - Continue to Dades Valley, passing through Ouarzazate, Skoura oasis, and Klaa Mgrouna, which is famous for its Damascus rose plantations and distillation.
Tinghir - Proceed to Tinghir via Boumalen Dades. The route between Roses Valley and Dades Gorges is known as the ‘Road of 1001 Kasbahs.’ Upon arrival in Tinghir, take a minor road past the stunning scenery of the Dades River and various fortified Berber villages. Arrive at your hotel and enjoy dinner.
Tinghir > Todra gorges > Erfoud/Rissani > Merzouga Erg Chebbi
Tinghir - After breakfast, prepare for an incredible journey, the highlight of your Marrakech to Fez desert tour. Your next stop is the Tinghir oasis.
Tinghir - Cross Tinghir to reach Todgha Gorges.
Todgha Gorge - Here, you can walk along the stream under the shade of date palms and olive trees, observing local Berbers tending to their crops or herding cattle. The walk leads to the majestic cliffs of Todgha Gorges, where you can take photos and enjoy the tranquility. After a leisurely lunch at a local cafe, continue to Rissani, passing through various small towns, oases, and fortified villages (Ksours).
Merzouga Desert - Upon arrival in Merzouga, meet your camel caravan and embark on an hour-long camel ride, followed by sandboarding on the Erg Chebbi dunes while enjoying one of the best sunset views. Continue your camel trek to your Sahara desert camp. Tonight, enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner at your Bedouin camp, with your nomad hosts entertaining you around the campfire with drums under a clear, starry sky. Overnight at your Merzouga desert camp.
Merzouga > Ziz Valley > Zaida > Midelt > Azrou cedar forest > Fes
Merzouga Desert - After an early sunrise camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes, arrive at the camp operator’s lodge in Merzouga for breakfast before meeting your driver.
Fes - The journey will take you through the Ziz Valley, dotted with thousands of date palms, offering stunning views of some of Morocco’s greatest oases. From here, cross the Middle Atlas Mountains to Midelt, a small town halfway to Fes, where you will stop for a leisurely lunch. In the afternoon, drive past the cedar forests, where you might spot wild monkeys (Barbary apes), before reaching the small town of Ifrane, known as a popular winter resort for Moroccans. Your estimated arrival time in Fes is 5:00 PM, concluding your 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes with a drop-off at your hotel or the nearest accessible point to your Riad.
- Camel ride / Camel trek in the desert
- Sandboarding
- Dinner
- First night hotel stay private room, Second night stay desert camp private tent
- Breakfast
- Professional driver guide
- Lunch on the way
Embarking on the desert journey from Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga is highly recommended for those wishing to fully experience Morocco. The trip starts from Marrakech and leads to Fes, during which you’ll delve into the mysteries of the Sahara that’s famed across the globe for its towering sand dunes and astoundingly starry night skies, making the stars appear so close that it’s hard to believe. The journey concludes in the cultural hub of Morocco, Fes.
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