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3-Day Desert Tour From Marrakech to Fes

Duration

3 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Cancellation

Up to 2 days

Languages

English, Multilingual

Overview

The 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes is a short trip that includes a night in Dades and a night in the desert. On the 1st day, you will drive through the Atlas, discover Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, The Hollywood of Africa (Ouarzazate), and then continue the journey to Dades via Skoura and the Roses Valley. On the 2nd day, you will discover Todra Gorges, the Berber Villages, and then head south towards Merzouga, where you’ll start the camel trek and spend the night in a desert camp.

On the 3rd day of the tour, you’ll wake up early in the morning to watch the sunrise, have breakfast, take a shower, and then we will start the day towards Fes, passing by Medilt, Azrou (Cedar Forest), and Ifrane. We offer both small-group and private tour options. The group tour includes standard accommodation, and for the private tour, there are three options to upgrade your hotel and desert camp from standard to mid-range or luxury.

Brief itinerary of the 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour

Day Departure Arrival Distance
1st Marrakech Dades 270 km
2nd Dades  Merzouga Desert 300 km
3rd Merzouga Fes 471 km

 

Good to know

  • The tour includes a lot of driving and being in the car more than visiting, especially on the last day from Merzouga to Fes. We highly recommend booking a 4 or 5-day desert tour if you have enough time in Morocco.
  • There is a chance to miss the sunset, sunrise, or part of the camel excursion due to bad weather (rain or sand storm).
  • Being on a camel for a long time is not easy, and it is not recommended for pregnant women, people over the age of 70, or people with back injuries.
  • It is possible to stop and have lunch at touristy restaurants because we generally stop in places that serve fresh food. If you prefer to choose a restaurant on your own, you can ask your driver to take you anywhere at any moment.

Highlights

  • Crossing the High Atlas Mountains
  • Exploring the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
  • Walking through the Todra Gorges
  • Explore the old Kasbahs
  • Riding the camels in the dunes
  • Sunset and Sunrise over the dunes
  • Spending the night in the desert
  • Enjoy the panoramic view of Ziz Valley

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech - Atlas Mountains - Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades

On the first day, we will pick you up from Marrakech around 08:00 am, and then we will be heading towards the south via the High Atlas mountains and Tizi n'Tichka (The highest road pass). We will stop to enjoy the impressive landscapes, the panoramic views of the Atlas, the Berber villages, and break for coffee or tea. We will continue our journey to visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, which used to film many famous Hollywood movies, such as Gladiator, Mummy, Game of Thrones, etc. It was also one of the important fortress strongholds on the old Salt Road, where the caravans brought slaves, gold, ivory, salt, and silk from sub-Saharan. After the Kasbah, we'll pass through Ouarzazate city, or what we call the gate of the desert and, then we will continue the journey to Dades Valley through Skoura, Mgouna Valley (Roses Valley), and different Berber villages along the way. We will spend the night in Dades.

ACCOMMODATION:

Day 2: Dades - Todra Gorges - Jorf - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert (Erg Chebbi Dunes)

On the second day, we will be leaving Dades valley in the morning, heading towards Todra, one of the most beautiful and impressive canyons in Morocco. You will have time to walk through the canyon to enjoy the sound of the river passing through and sights. From Todra Gorge, we will continue the journey towards the desert through breath-taking landscapes and along with many Berber Villages and oases. We will pass through Erfoud, a small town known for its fossil factories, where they make beautiful shapes and pieces. After Erfoud, our last stop will be in Merzouga. We will pass through the Saharian Oasis of Rissani. Depending on the arrival, you will have some time to relax, or you will start the camel trek right away to spend the night in the desert in a Berber camp. The camel trek starts around 17:00 - 18:00 in the summer and around 15:00 – 16:00 in the winter. After about an hour in the dunes, you will reach the desert camp, where you will enjoy the sights of the Sahara dunes and the sunset. You will have a mint tea, and later on, a local meal will be served in the restaurant tent. After dinner, you will enjoy the Berber music played by the locals around the campfire. Don’t forget to walk in the dunes and look up in the sky to find a view of countless stars. Please, keep in mind that the campfire is during the cold months (at night) and when there is no wind.

ACCOMMODATION:

Day 3: Merzouga - Ziz Valley - Medilt - Azrou - Ifrane - Fes

On the third day, we will wake you up early in the morning to be able to watch the marvelous sunrise (optional), you will have your breakfast and shower, then the morning camel trek back to Merzouga<, where you will meet your driver/guide and then start the journey to Fes. On the way, we will pass by Errachidia, the biggest administrative city in the desert region. Then we will stop for a panoramic view of the magnificent Ziz Valley to continue to the city of apples Medilt, where we can have lunch or continue a little further to the small village of Zaida for lunch. On the way to Fes, we will pass by the Cedar forest of Azrou, where the wild monkeys are. It will be an opportunity to take photos of the wilderness in Morocco and feed the monkeys. Please, keep in mind that they are wild and not always present there. The journey will continue to Ifrane, known as the Moroccan Switzerland, and then we will reach Fes around 18:00 - 19:00, depending on the duration of the stops on the way and your departure in the morning.

Included/Excluded

  • Private transportation with A/C
  • Experienced driver (Multilingual)
  • Car fuel
  • One night in a hotel (Dinner & Breakfast)
  • Camel trekking in the dunes
  • Sandboarding (Optional)
  • One night in a desert camp (Dinner & Breakfast)
  • Drinks
  • Lunches
  • Accommodation in Marrakech
  • Entrance fees

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FAQs

Which accommodations are included?

There is a possibility to choose either standard or superior accommodation.

What is the luggage allowance?

You are allowed to take one big and one small suitcase per person. If you have more than the luggage allowed, please contact us.

How is the weather in the desert?

During the summer (June to mid-September), it gets hot both during the day and at night (Day~45°C/Night~30°C), and during winter (November - March) gets cold at night and warm during the day (Day~26°C/Night~0°C). For the rest of the year, the temperature is almost the same throughout the day and night (between 24-30°C).

What to pack?

- Sunscreen - Hat or scarf - sunglasses - Jacket & Gloves (during winter) - Closed shoes - Water - Flashlight - Backpack

How to book and pay?

Deposit: In order to confirm your booking, a deposit is requested to be paid in advance and the rest of the payment can be paid by PayPal, Credit card, Bank transfer, or in cash. We accept PayPal, Bank Transfer, and Western Union for deposits. Payments and terms of cancellations: For more information about the payments and cancellations, please check our payments & terms of cancellations page. Conditions: Usually, we don’t book any accommodations before your confirmation, thus if the accommodations listed above are already fully booked, we will book another one with the same category and services.

How long does it take to get to Merzouga desert from Marrakech?

Merzouga is located in the southeast, about 564 km from Marrakech. The journey takes about 10 hours but, it can be less or more depending on your stops. On this tour, we're not going to drive directly to the desert in one day. We'll spend the first night in Dades, halfway to Merzouga desert.

How long does it take to get to Fes from Merzouga?

The last day of the tour will be from Merzouga to Fes, it does take about 7/8 hours, depending on the stops.

What time and where does start from?

The 3-day tour starts around 08:00 am, and the pick-up will be from your accommodation in Marrakech. Please contact us if you want us to pick you up from a specific place (Airport, Bus/train station, etc.).

Is the tour private or shared?

This is a private 3-day tour and there will be only you (your group) and the driver/guide.

What is the price of the 3-day trip from Marrakech to Fes?

The prices change depending on the number of travelers and the category of the accommodations. You can upgrade the hotels, and the desert camps, from standard to mid-range or luxury. For more details, please check the prices on this page.

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Marrakech to Fes 3 Day desert tour
Annie
2024-03-13
The desert adventure
We traveled around Morocco with our guide, Hamid. We drank camel milk and ate with a nomade family in the desert. We also passed through several berber towns that specialized in making ceramics and carpets, so we came home with some helpful gifts. Thanks alot to Ali, without whom we would not have been able to have as much fun as we did! A native with a good sense of humour and patience, a guide that everyone wishes for ;)
Marrakech to Fes 3 Day desert tour
Deborah
2024-03-13
The highlight of our trip to Morocco
This trip was one of the best decisions I've made so far in my life. Hassan took care of our 3-day trip to the desert, which turned to be the highlight of our trip to Morocco. We had the chance to have Said as the driver, and he was not only professional but also very informative. He provided us with a plenty of information about the Moroccan culture and history. We can't recommend this company enough for a hassle-free and a great experience.
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Marrakech to Fes 3 Day desert tour
Alfred
2024-03-13
Luxury 3-day Sahara trip to Fes
I used this company for our luxury 3-day trip to Fes via the Sahara, and we weren't disappointed. The driver/guide, Said, was so kind. The hotel in Dades, and the desert camp in Merzouga were clean, comfortable, and with welcoming and helpful staff. If you are thinking of booking this tour, I'd recommend the 4-day version instead. The 3-day tour includes a lot of driving on the last day from Merzouga desert to Fes.
Marrakech to Fes 3 Day desert tour
David
2024-03-13
Fabulous experience
Our 3-day trip to the Sahara was such a fabulous experience thanks to Ismail, our driver/guide, and Said our camel guide for all they did to ensure we are having a great time. The night in the Sahara was the highlight of the 3-day tour.
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