5 Days tour from Fes to Merzouga desert and back
On this 5-day tour from Fes to Merzouga Desert, you will embark on an amazing journey through the southern region of Morocco, where you will discover the Middle Atlas Mountains, Cedar Forest, Ziz Valley, and its palm groves. You will also tour the dunes and discover their tiny villages, like Khamlia, which is home to local musicians, as well as the rocky black desert, a nomad family, and the Merzouga Sahara desert ( Erg Chebbi ).
This adventure will take you to spend the night in the desert camp and to visit the Dades Valley, and Todra Gorges via Authentic Berber villages, and changing landscapes.
Overview:
Travel with us on a wonderful 5-day desert tour from Fes to Merzouga, enjoying the picturesque Berber Villages along the way. Imagine traveling over the Erg Chebbi dunes on the back of a camel and enjoying the stunning sunset view. Spend pleasant evenings in a tented desert camp under the stars, surrounded by Berber hospitality.
This 5-day trip through the desert from Fes to Merzouga is an amazing experience full of surprises and discoveries around every corner. Travel in comfort and private modern vehicles as you travel from Fes to Merzouga via the Atlas Mountains and enjoy the diverse mix of Moroccan cultures and landscapes.
On a 5-day desert trip from Fes to Marrakech, you’ll have the opportunity to explore much of the Sahara Desert, including the Atlas Mountains, valleys, and kasbahs. Enjoy camel riding and overnight camping adventures. The itinerary includes one night in the Todra Gorges, two nights in the Merzouga Desert, and a night in Ouarzazate.
Highlights of 5-day Fes to Merzouga desert tour
This Moroccan desert tour has interesting highlights you can see some of them below.
- Cedar forest of Azrou with its wild monkeys
- Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains
- Ziz Valley panoramic view and palm grove
- Sahara Camel riding tour
- Enjoy the Sunset & Sunrise in Merzouga
- Local show around the campfire
- Explore the sports around Merzouga & Erg-Chebbi
- Atlas Studio & Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate
- Visit Kasbah Amridil in Scoura
- Walk along Todra Gorges
Itinerary of 5 Days tour from Fes to Merzouga
Check the full itinerary for our 5-day desert tour from Fes to Merzouga. Remember that you can customize it to meet your requirements.
1st Day: Fes - Ifrane - Cedar Forest - Ziz Valley - Merzouga
We will start our 5-day desert trip from Fes to Merzouga and head towards Midelt via the Middle Atlas Mountains and Ifrane. We will stop in the Azrou cedar forest to see and feed wild monkeys.
Following lunch in Midelt, we will cross the Tizi N’Talghomt pass and make our way to Erfoud, passing through Errachidia and the palm-lined Ziz valley, where we will stop to take in the magnificent landscape.
Once in the Sahara desert of Merzouga, we will stay the night in a hotel or camp. lodging that serves dinner and breakfast.
2nd Day: Tour around Merzouga - Overnight Camel trek
This day tour around Merzouga will take you to the rocky black desert, the hidden village of Mefis (also known as Mines village), and the village of Khamlia, where you may enjoy Gnawa music.
The way on the black desert will lead us to the Berber Nomads behind the dunes to learn about their way of life and how they have managed to survive in the midst of nowhere. and discover more about their vibrant culture.
Afternoon:
We’re going to have lunch at some of the local restaurants before starting our afternoon camel ride into the desert to arrive at the camp. Enjoying the scenery of the dunes and taking pictures along the way will be a great opportunity.
Upon arrival at the camp, you can enjoy strolling in the desert sand to watch the sunset and have fun sandboarding in the dunes. A delicious Moroccan dinner will be served at the camp restaurant, after which we will all gather around the campfire to sing and play Berber music. This local party ends with an opportunity to relax and enjoy the starry sky before bed.
3rd Day: Merzouga - Rissani - Draa Valley - Ouarzazate
We will admire a beautiful sunrise over the Erg-Chebbi dunes before we have our breakfast and return to Merzouga village. Our next visit is the ancient city of Rissani, A traditional Market that was a major center on ancient caravan routes and has historical importance as the origin of Morocco’s current ruling royal family. If that day falls on a Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, we will have the opportunity to explore this authentic Moroccan market.
We travel on from Rissani through Agdez’s scenic Draa Valley and the vast black desert with Acacia trees, which is a very lovely sight. We will go to Ouarzazate and arrive in the afternoon to check into our accommodations.
4th Day: Ouarzazate - Skoura - Kelaat M'gouna - Todra Gorges
You will resume your 5-day Fes desert round trip after breakfast at the accommodation. Experience a magnificent journey into the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, where several Kasbahs tower over the surrounding palm trees. Here, you’ll visit the wonderfully rebuilt Kasbah Amredhil and explore its tiny museum, which is filled with ancient farming tools and antiques.
After that, you continue through the green Valley of the Roses and arrive in Kel’aa M’gouna, where you may see local cooperatives that use the valley’s flowers to make cosmetics.
You will take a detour shortly after to the Dades Valley, where lunch will be served.
The route leads you to the Todgha Gorges, where you stay in a lovely guest house with a valley view.
5th Day: Todra Gorges - Ait Hani - Middle Atlas - Fes
On the last day of our 5-day desert tour from Fes, We will depart from Todra Gorges to Fes through Authentic Berber villages, and Middle Atlas. We will arrive at Fes in the late afternoon or Evening.
Prices of 5-day desert tour from Fes
We have the best prices for our 5-day desert trip from Fes to Merzouga. The type of accommodation, number of days, number of participants, and season affect the price.
| TOUR TYPE | Private tour | Group tour |
|---|---|---|
Accommodation:
Three different lodging options are available for your 5-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech, all of which guarantee first-rate services.
- STANDARD LODGE:
- 1st Night at Riad Mamouch or Similar
- 2nd Night at Acacia Desert Camp or similar.
- 3rd Night at Riad Amlal or similar.
- 4th Night at Auberge Panorama or similar.
- MEDIUM LODGE:
- 1st Night at Riad Mamouch or Similar
- 2nd Night at a Luxury Desert Camp or similar.
- 3rd Night at Riad Amlal or similar.
- 4th Night at Auberge Panorama or similar.
- LUXURY LODGE:
- 1st Night at Riad Madu or Similar
- 2nd Night at a Luxury Desert Camp or similar.
- 3rd Night at Dar Chamaa or similar.
- 4th Night at Dar Ayour or similar.
Please contact us for the best prices on our 5-day desert tour from Fes, as they change based on the number of people and number of days.
Included:
- Private modern transportation with A/C
- Car Fuel
- Pick-up from your lodging
- English-speaking driver with prior experience
- Night in a Merzouga Hotel
- Overnight in the Desert camp
- Accommodation in Ouarzazate
- Accommodation in Todra Gorges
- ( Dinner & Breakfast ) x4
- Camel trek in the Sahara desert
- Sandboarding in the dunes
Excluded:
- Beverages
- Lunches
- Entrance to monuments (Optional)
- Leaving a tip (Optional)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to spend 2 Nights at the camp?
Yes, you can spend the first and second night at the desert camp upon request.
Can I skip the camel ride to the desert camp?
You can get to the camp by car transfer instead of a camel ride, or you can do one of our activities for an extra charge. The quad biking or Merzouga buggy tour can be done instead of a camel ride.
Does this tour package include meals?
Our 4 Days Fes to Marrakech desert tour includes 3 Nights of Accommodation with Dinner & Breakfast.
What should my tour bag include?
Pack comfortable clothing suitable for both warm days and cooler nights in the desert. Sunscreen, a hat, and a camera are essential for capturing the breathtaking moments.
Can the itinerary be customized to suit personal preferences?
Yes, our team is flexible and happy to tailor the tour itinerary to accommodate your interests and requirements, ensuring a personalized experience.
What is the booking & payment method?
To book our Marrakech to Fes desert tour 3 days, we ask for a modest deposit to be paid by PayPal or Credit card to our account, and the balance is payable in cash at the pick-up to your driver in euros, or equivalent in dollars or dirhams.
Is it possible to pay the rest amount using PayPal or a credit card?
We can in some cases accept the complete payment by Paypal or Credit card however a 5% fee is going to be applied to cover the additional transaction charges.
What is the Cancelation Policy?
Cancellation Policy: You will receive a full refund if you cancel at least 3 days in advance before the trip commences.
Do you offer Discounts for Travel Bloggers and Writers?
Mouhou Tours offers discounts of up to 70% for Travel bloggers and writers who are interested in collaboration.
Reviews about 5-Day Fes desert round trip
- FREE Cancelation: Up to 72 hours.
- Available languages: EN, ES, FR, IT, DE
Additional information:
- Please let us know about any dietary needs, such as a vegetarian diet, when you make your reservation.
- To ensure your well-being during the journey, our tour guides personally select the best lunch places. Share any preferences you may have with your guide.
- For a short trip try the 3 Days Desert tour from Fes to Merzouga or Fes to Merzouga 2-day desert tour.
- This trip is available as a 4 Days desert trip from Fes.
- You can end your trip in Marrakech with our 5-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour.