4 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga

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4 Días desde Fez a Merzouga

4 Days Tour Fes to Merzouga Overview:​

The 4-day excursion from Fes to the Merzouga desert offers an amazing opportunity to discover Morocco.

First, the tour starts from Fes, traversing the Middle Atlas mountains through Imouzzar, the little Switzerland of Morocco, and the Cedar Forest to meet the wild monkeys.

Next, experience camel riding, contemplate the fabulous sunset, enjoy the desert tranquility, spend an overnight in a desert camp in the middle of nowhere, sandboarding, join drumming sessions, stargazing, and relishing the vibrant sunrise over the dunes.

Ultimately, the tour ends in Fes.

4 Days Tour Fes to Merzouga Info:​

  • Departure time: 9 AM
  • Departure point: Fes accommodation
  • Trip Style: Private Sahara Tour
  • Tour Length: 4 days/3 night
  • Ending time: Around 07:00 PM
  • Ending Point: Fes Accommodation or airport

Highlights of the 4-Day Desert Tour Fes to Merzouga:

  • Spectacular views of the Middle Atlas Mountains
  • Experience traditional Berber villages
  • Switzerland of Morocco Ifran
  • Meet the wild monkey in the Cedar Forest
  • The city of the apple Midelt
  • Ziz Valley lush palm trees
  • Camel riding into the golden dunes
  • Witness breathtaking desert sunset and sunrise
  • Overnight stay in nomadic tents
  • Enjoy Berber drumming sessions
  • Experience a star-gazing atmosphere
  • Rissani Market
  • The city of fossils Erfoud

Itinerary program of the 4 Days Tour Fes to Merzouga Desert

Day 1: Fes - Ifran - Wild Monkeys - Midelt

The journey starts with a pick-up from your Fes accommodation by our Marrakech Trips agency driver.

First, we leave the cultural city of Fes and head toward Midelt through the Middle Atlas Mountains and Imouzzar, and traditional Amazigh Berber villages nestled amidst lush green mountains.

 Next, the first stop will be made in Ifran, Ifrane stands out as one of Morocco’s premier tourist destinations, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Morocco.” well-known for its cooler climate, unique architecture, and the name “Ifrane” itself originates from the local Amazigh language, Tamazight, meaning “caves.”

Furthermore, continue to the Cedar Forest to meet the wild monkeys known as the Barbary Apes, where you can enjoy photographing and feeding them.

Then, continue to Midelt, better known as the city of the apple that acts as the primary hub for commerce in a vast agricultural region and it holds significance as one of Morocco’s key centers for mining various minerals. Finally, head to the hotel in Midelt town

Day 2: Midelt - Ziz Valley - Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, we’ll head towards the tour’s highlight, the Merzouga Desert, passing through Er-rich, Tizi N Talghomt pass, and the rocky passage known as the Tunnel du Légionnaire (built by the French civilization in 1928). Next, a stop will be made at the panoramic viewpoint of Ziz Valley, which is full of date palm trees.

Finally, upon arrival in the stunning Merzouga village, you will commence a camel ride into the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes, relishing the serenity of the desert and enjoying stunning sunset views.

Plus, enjoy sandboarding and admire the desert landscapes before continuing the camel trek to a traditional Berber desert camp where you will be welcomed with a cup of mint tea, a delicious dinner, and enjoy the beautiful sky full of bright stars.

Day 3: Explore Merzouga region - Nomads - Eye liner Mines - Gnawa

Watching the sunrise in the desert is truly magnificent so waking up early is essential to experience the vibrant sunrise over the dunes.

After breakfast in the camp, we commence an off-road excursion to explore the most interesting spots of the Merzouga Desert including Nomads, Eyeliner Mines, Khamlia village, and Hassi Labied oases.

First, we leave the camp and head toward nomadic families, who have the tradition of warm hospitality to tourists or strangers, also sitting under their woven tent, sipping mint tea, and contemplating their simple lifestyle is truly an amazing experience.

Typically, the father, as the head of the family, prepares the tea, while the mother tends to household tasks, and the children are always with genuine smiles and offer insights into their daily lives, including herding cattle, and preparing traditional meals.

Moreover, continue the expedition to the Mifis Mines, situated within the dunes of Erg Chebbi in Morocco, which is an abandoned mining town that was once a thriving hub for miners who extracted kohl, an ancient eye cosmetic used as eyeliner.

Later, arrive in Khamlia village to see the Gnawa people playing live performances of their traditional music using different instruments such as the Djembe, Hajhouj, and castanets.

Then, visit Hassi Labied oases to witness thousands of palm trees, and learn about the process of the Khettara system that brings the water from the deep of sand using canals.

Day 4: Merzouga - Rissani Market - Fes

After breakfast, we leave the Merzouga desert and depart toward the capital of Tafilalt, Rissani, which is known as the birthplace of the current dynasty, the Alaouite, also, known for its lively traditional souk that attracts traders and visitors from nearby places and it is lively more in 3 days a week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday).

Afterward, continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains via the Tzi N Talghemt pass enjoying the palm trees view on the sides of the road.

Finally, the tour ends in Fes in the evening, where we will ensure a comfortable drop-off at your hotel, riad, or airport.

Fes Desert Tour 4 Days to Merzouga pricing includes:

Here are the things that are included in the cost of the private 4-day desert trip from Fes:

  • Pick up from Fes accommodation
  • Professional English-speaking driver
  • Car Fuel
  • 1 night in Midelt
  • 1 night in the desert camp
  • 1 night in the hotel in Merzouga
  • Private tent in the camp
  • Camel ridimg (per person)
  • Sandboarding (optional)
  • Drop off at your Fes accommodation

4 Days Tour Fes to Merzouga Desert pricing excludes:

The following items are Not included in the cost of the desert trip Fes 4 days:

  • Lunches or Midday Meals
  • Extra drinks
  • Tips (optional)
  • Entrance fees to monuments
  • What isn’t mentioned in the pricing includes

FAQ of the 4-Day Fes Desert Trip to Merzouga

The camel ride typically takes 1 to 1:3o to reach the desert camp

Midelt or the apple city is a town located in the central part of Morocco, nestled amidst the Middle Atlas Mountains, and It serves as a gateway between the desert regions to the southeast and the fertile valleys to the northwest.

Thanks to its cooler climate, unique architecture reminiscent of French Alpine villages, diverse landscapes, lakes, and streams, as well as a range of outdoor activities

For sure a pause will be made to meet, feed, and photograph the monkeys

Know Before You Go

Before you book the 4-day trip from Fes to the Merzouga Sahara Desert, please check out the following information to know what to expect in the scheduled adventure Sahara trip:

  • You can extend your trip by choosing the 5-day tour from Fes to Merzouga.
  • If you want to stay longer in the Merzouga Desert (like 2 or 3 nights of camel trekking), please inform us when you book.
  • You will receive a booking confirmation right away.
  • Our 4 days Morocco Fes Desert tour to Merzouga has no tourist traps.
  • There are no hidden costs in our Morocco Desert Lines Tour packages.
  • You can buy alcoholic drinks during the tour. Just let us know during the tour or at the start, and we will take you to the best places to buy them.
  • Book your Morocco desert trip with us in advance to get the best prices.
  • The tour starts every day at around 8:00 AM. We will confirm the exact time the day before.
  • You can do extra activities like quad biking or buggies in the Sahara desert.
  • If you have any dietary needs, like being vegetarian or having food allergies, please tell us when you book so we can make your tour outstanding and memorable.