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3 Days / 2 Nights
Private Tour
Fez
Merzouga
On this 3-day tour from Fes to Merzouga Desert, you will have the opportunity to visit traditional villages, admire the natural beauty of Morocco, and experience the life and hospitality of Moroccan desert people, away from the noisy cities. Surrender yourself to the magical atmosphere of the Sahara Desert. Starting from Fes, we will travel through the Middle Atlas, stopping at Ifrane, Azrou, and Midelt before arriving in Merzouga, where your desert experience begins.
During our tour, we will visit Khamliya briefly before the camels take you to a Berber camp. There, you will spend the night, reviving the nomadic Berber lifestyle. The next day, we will return to Fes, concluding your memorable 3 days desert tour from Fes. Book your trip today!
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Private Tour
All year round, with daily departures
We will pick you up from your Riad or hotel at 08:00 AM to begin your journey ascending the Middle Atlas Mountains. Most of the day will be spent winding through beautiful forests, jagged rock faces, and Berber villages that grace this mountain chain. As we descend from the mountains, we’ll continue our trip towards the Sahara Desert, with a lunch break in Midelt, a town famous for its fossils and rocks.
Upon our arrival in Merzouga, you can check in at your hotel and, depending on the weather, enjoy a swim in the swimming pool. Dinner will be served at the hotel, marking the end of the first day of your 3-day Sahara Desert tour from Fes.
After breakfast, our day trip begins with a drive through the superb, high sand dunes of the Sahara Desert. As we journey through the fabulous landscapes, black nomadic tents seem to appear in the middle of nowhere! We will stop to enjoy a delicious cup of tea and experience the taste of nomadic life. Continuing our drive, we’ll have the opportunity to meet with nomadic Berber people and immerse ourselves in their culture.
During our tour, we will also have a short visit to Khamliya, a village that seems unchanged for several centuries. Lunch will be served either in Khamlia or back at the hotel. After lunch, the camels will join us for our trek. They will take us to a Berber camp in the middle of an oasis amidst the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Stretching 20 km long and 5 km wide, Erg Chebbi is renowned as the highest sand dune in North Africa, offering a unique and diverse environment.
The camel trek takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach the camp, where we will set up in Berber tents equipped with all facilities, making you feel at home. As the sun sets behind the dunes, you’ll enjoy a nomadic Berber dinner in the middle of the desert. After dinner, we will gather around the fire to enjoy the sounds of traditional Berber drums under the stars, creating memories that will last a lifetime during your 3-day tour from Fes to Merzouga Desert.
We will wake up early in the morning to witness the wonderful sunrise over the dunes. After enjoying this breathtaking sight, we will return to the hotel by camel and begin our journey back to Fes city via the Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas mountains. Along the way, we will pass through the cedar forests of Azrou, where we will stop to admire the beautiful landscape and observe the Barbary Monkeys.
Our last stop before arriving in Fes will be Ifrane, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Morocco.” Finally, we will reach Fes late in the evening, with a drop-off at your Fes riad or hotel around 17:30 to 18:00, marking the end of your unforgettable 3-day desert tour from Fes.
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The 3-day itinerary allows you to explore the Sahara at a much more relaxing pace. Instead of spending most of your time driving, Culture Morocco Tours gives you a full dedicated day in Merzouga to visit nomadic Berber families, listen to authentic Gnawa music in Khamlia, and relax before your sunset camel trek.
You don't need to carry heavy luggage on the camel! When we arrive in Merzouga, Culture Morocco Tours safely transfers your main bags directly to your private tent using our 4x4 vehicles. You only need to bring a small day-pack for the camel ride.
Yes, Culture Morocco Tours guarantees private, comfortable rooms at the hotel in Merzouga on Night 1 and private Berber tents at the desert camp on Night 2 for all solo travelers, couples, and private groups.
“My mom and I had a great trip! Abdul Abderrahim guided our group of 22 for 10 days all around the country. He always a delight and informative. He was very attentive to any needs or wishes of the group and made the trip seamless. Thank you!”
Traveled with family
“The entire adventure was marvelous. There was a lot of driving but our driver was very safe and he made frequent stops and showed us many landmarks and cultural treasures. Our visit to the desert was our highlight of the trip. I can highly recommend.”
Traveled with friends
“Just returned from a fascinating 12 day Morocco group tour with guide Abdul. We had an amazing, immersive, super fun experience. Abdul was incredibly knowledgeable, kind, funny, patient, and pleasant. He shared personal memories of growing up Berber…”
Traveled with friends
“We had a two week tour through Morocco and it was excellent. We visited many different locations, including the big city medina’s of Marrakech and Fez, the lovely coastal city of Essaouira, the fabulous desert area…”
We craft private, tailor-made Moroccan journeys. From the golden dunes of the Sahara to the vibrant streets of the Imperial Cities, experience the true magic of Morocco with our local experts.
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