3 Days from Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour and back to Fes. In this trip of 3 days / 2 nights you will visit so many fabulous places in a short time. Firstly, we leave Fes the cultural city to visit the Switzerland of Morocco Ifrane, and also the cedars forest. A stop in Midelt for lunch, then drive along the amazing Ziz valley. You will visit the Sahara desert of Merzouga. In which you can ride camels, spend the night in a desert camp in the middle of the desert. And enjoy magical sunset and sunrise in the Sahara. Explore the Sahara desert of Merzouga in 4×4 vehicle. And also visit Rissani traditional market and Erfoud the fossils town. Finally we return to Fes. End of the 3 Day desert tour.
The 3 day Sahara desert tour starts with an early pick up from the airport or your accommodation in Fes. Then we drive south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, famous for its low temperature, snow and the alpine-style houses -No wonder it is called the Switzerland of Morocco. Then we continue to cedars forest, where the Barbary Macaques live. Feel free to feed them while wandering in the forest. Later, we continue to Midelt, where lunch will be served. Then we head to the Sahara desert, driving through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass, and along the Ziz river
In the afternoon we reach the Sahara desert of Merzouga. You will switch to camels and cross the sandy desert. A stop will be made for you to enjoy the magical sunset on top of a high dune. Then continue to the desert luxury camp, where you can enjoy the Berber drums music while dancing around the campfire, under vast open sky of stars. Dinner and overnight in the camp
Wake up early in the morning is a must do, in order to contemplate the beautiful sunrise, in the middle of the desert. Free time for breakfast. Then you return on camels to Merzouga, where the driver awaits. We dedicate the day to explore the region of Merzouga. The area has so many incredible sites, from sand dunes, wild lake, mines, fossils areas to fabulous oases. Which are ideal places for so many outdoor activities.
Firstly we start our journey in Merzouga, by driving off-road to visit an ancient eyeliner mine. Then we pay the nomads a visit, in their handmade woven tent. Learn how they live while drinking a Berber tea. Our next destination is the Khamlia village, where you will enjoy the Gnaoua music, and dancing performances. Its inhabitants are originating from sub-Saharan countries like Mali, Sudan and Niger. Free time for lunch in a restaurant. After that we take a stroll in palm trees grove. Then drive a few kilometres to see the wild lake of Merzouga, also called flamingos lake. Dinner and overnight In a hotel.
Free time for breakfast, We leave the desert to visit Rissani town, the ancient capital of Tafilalet. Rissani still a major trading center in the region, with a large souk lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. After a stroll in Rissani souk, we continue to Erfoud where we visit one of the workshops of fossilized marble
After that we drive along the Ziz river, we stop for a panoramic view of the Ziz valley. Then we drive through the cedars forest and Ifrane to reach Fes. Finally, we drop you off at the airport or your accommodation. End of the 3 Day Sahara Tour
The tour ends in Fes, If you wish to continue to Marrakech you can consider : 3 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech
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IMPORTANT ! : Bear in mind that 3 day tour to Merzouga is an itinerary suggestion, if it does not match what you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will organize a different itinerary based on your preferences and your stay duration. We offer customized and tailor-made tours and trips all around Morocco
THE PRICE varies according to the number of people, the more people joining the tour the less the price gets. Since the transportation payment is fixed, the price will be divided according to the number of people. The price also depends on the quality of the accommodation. Contact us for an exact price.
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Very good agency. They made us a very convenient plan at a very good price, visiting the most important of each place. No words can describe the magnificent experience my partner and I had! Very good experience, the camel ride and the night among the dunes, excellent.
Everything is super well organized; the dinner, very good. I loved the tour, everything was excellent from the arrival until the last day. Ismail is always attentive to every detail and makes sure that everything is perfect. 100% recommendable and reliable.
The 3 day tour is a private experience, ensuring that only the travelers making the inquiry will be participating. No additional individuals will join the tour. Our primary focus is on providing high-quality, personalized experiences, which is why we mainly offer private tours.
The Camel ride is 40 minutes to 1.5 hours long, depending on which camp you are staying in.
* If you do not wish to do the camel ride, the camp has a 4×4 that takes people and luggage in and out of the camp, that you can use.
* Alternatively, ATVs can be arranged at an additional cost.
The Tent at the luxury camp is private, and has private bathrooms with hot running water.
During the Camel Ride, you will only take what’s necessary for the Ride.
The rest of your luggage will be transported in the camp’s 4×4, and you will find it waiting for you at the camp.
The best times to visit are spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November), when the weather is mild and pleasant across most regions. Winter time is great as well specially in the southern / Desert Part
The Vehicle will be either a SUV (4×4) or a Minivan, both with A/C
Vehicle Details :
For groups larger than 8, a minibus that takes up to 18 pax can be provided.
Please provide us with any dietary preferences you may have, and we will ensure that your needs are met. Kindly inform us of your preferences in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements for lunch stops and notify the Riad/Camp accordingly, as some dinners are included in the package.
This tour is suitable for individuals of all ages. However, please note that the tour involves approximately 2 to 7 hours of driving each day. While our vehicles are new and comfortable, and we make regular stops along the way, if you are not used to this level of travel, you may wish to consider a longer or customised tour
The meeting point for the 3 day tour is at 8:30 a.m. at any location within Fes. If your Riad is accessible by car, we will pick you up directly from there. In case of accessibility issues, we will pick you up from the nearest accessible road point. This can be arranged upon confirmation of your booking.
At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at your hotel or Riad in Fes, or the closest available parking lot. The tour typically concludes between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in Fes, but the exact duration may vary depending on the time spent at each location.
Currency Exchange : Euros or USD can be exchanged for Moroccan Dirham (MAD) at various locations throughout Morocco, including banks and currency exchange bureaus. Additionally, ATMs are widely available for cash withdrawals.
While credit cards and foreign currencies (Euros/USD) are generally accepted, it is advisable to carry local currency (MAD) for convenience and ease of transactions.
Meal Costs : Meals typically range from €5 to €20 per person, but prices may vary depending on the establishment.
Haggling / Price Negotiation : Haggling or price negotiation is an accepted practice in Morocco, and it is expected that customers will engage in this process. Even locals commonly participate in haggling.

