From Fez: 2-Days Desert Tour to Marrakech via Merzouga

Drâa-Tafilalet, Marrakech



Enjoy the Sahara desert on a 2-day from Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga. Ride a camel, savor dinner under the starry sky, and experience the Moroccan desert with a Berber show around a fire pit.

Sahara Desert Camel Trekking and Overnight Luxury Camp from Fez

This two-day tour from Fez offers camel trekking and an overnight stay at a luxury desert camp near Merzouga, ideal for adventure travelers exploring Morocco's Sahara Desert.

Itinerary

Day 1: Fez to Merzouga Desert

Pickup from your hotel or riad in Fez in the morning. The journey to Merzouga includes several stops:

  • Ifrane: Alpine-style town in the Middle Atlas Mountains, known for cedar forests and Barbary monkeys.
  • Midelt: Popular stop for lunch.
  • Ziz Valley: Lush green valley offering scenic views.
  • Erfoud: Brief stop before heading to Merzouga.

Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel to store luggage. Begin a 45-minute camel trek at sunset to the nomad tents. Dinner is served under the starry sky accompanied by a Berber folklore show. Overnight stay in a luxury desert camp.

Day 2: Merzouga to Marrakech

Wake early to watch the sunrise on the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, transfer to Marrakech with a lunch break en route.

Included

  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional driver
  • Breakfast and dinner in Merzouga
  • Night in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga
  • Camel rides at sunset and sunrise

Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch
  • Local guide

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.

Booking Tips

Bring comfortable clothing and layers for temperature changes between day and night. The best time to visit is during cooler months to avoid extreme heat. Book in advance to secure your preferred dates.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes hotel pickup in Fez, stops at Ifrane, Midelt, Ziz Valley, camel trekking in the Merzouga Desert, an overnight stay at a luxury desert camp, and transportation to Marrakech.
The camel trek typically lasts around 1 to 2 hours, leading to the luxury desert camp near Merzouga.
The tour picks up travelers from their hotel or riad in Fez city in the morning.
This specific 2-day tour begins in Fez and ends in Marrakech, so accommodations in Fez are needed for pickup.
Guests stay in a luxury desert camp near Merzouga featuring comfortable tents and basic amenities.
Yes, the luxury desert camp offers electricity and private or shared bathroom facilities.
The tour can be taken year-round, but spring and autumn offer milder temperatures for desert travel.
No prior experience is needed; guides provide instructions for safe camel trekking in the desert.
The route includes Ifrane’s cedar forests, the Ziz Valley's greenery, and the dramatic landscapes of the Sahara near Merzouga.
Lunch is typically at a local restaurant in Midelt and may or may not be included; check the tour details for specifics.

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