2-Day Desert Tour: Fes → Merzouga → Fes (Private)
Short Sahara escape from Fes: cross the Middle Atlas via Ifrane and Azrou cedar forest, descend the Ziz Valley to Merzouga, enjoy a sunset camel trek (or 4x4) to your desert camp, then return to Fes after sunrise.
Top highlights
- Middle Atlas landscapes via Ifrane
- Azrou cedar forest (Barbary macaques)
- Ziz Valley oasis viewpoints
- Merzouga dunes (Erg Chebbi) sunset camel trek + camp night
- Sunrise over the Sahara before returning to Fes
Overview
Depart Fes in the morning, cross the Middle Atlas with scenic stops, and reach Merzouga for a sunset experience on the dunes. Enjoy dinner, music and stargazing at your Sahara camp. The next morning, watch sunrise and travel back to Fes with breaks. The camel trek is optional — a 4x4 transfer can be arranged.
Itinerary (Sample)
- Pick-up from your riad/hotel in Fes (morning departure)
- Ifrane photo stop • continue to Azrou cedar forest (macaques)
- Midelt break (lunch on your own)
- Ziz Valley panoramas • continue toward Erfoud and Merzouga
- Arrive Merzouga • tea welcome then camel trek (or 4x4) into Erg Chebbi at sunset
- Dinner, campfire & stargazing • overnight in a private tent
- Optional early sunrise on the dunes
- Return from camp by camel or 4x4 • breakfast & freshen up
- Drive back to Fes with comfort stops and time for lunch (own expense)
- Evening drop-off at your accommodation in Fes
Included & details
- Private A/C vehicle with professional driver
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Fes
- 1 night Sahara desert camp (private tent)
- Dinner at the camp + breakfast
- Camel trek to/from camp (or 4x4 transfer on request)
- Fuel, tolls & transport insurance
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to optional sites
- Local guides at optional stops
- Personal expenses and tips
- Flights and travel insurance
- Luxury desert camp (private bathroom) — subject to availability
- 4x4 transfer to/from camp (instead of camels)
- Extra night in Merzouga
- Continue to Marrakech instead of returning to Fes
This is a fast-paced round-trip: driving is long on both days (with stops). Desert nights can be cool (especially Oct–Mar) — pack warm layers. Camp category (standard vs luxury) and shower setup are confirmed before booking.
FAQs
No. A 4x4 vehicle transfer to the camp is available if you prefer not to ride camels.
Fes to Merzouga is typically around 6–7 hours with scenic stops; the return day is similar. We pace the route with breaks for views, restrooms, and meals.
Comfortable shoes, a warm layer for the night, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a small backpack. In winter, bring a heavier jacket.
Yes. You can add a second night in the desert, explore Khamlia village and local experiences, or continue onward to Marrakech instead of returning to Fes.
