3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour

Q: What should I pack for this desert trip?

Here is a list of what to pack for this trip:Sunglasses.Long pants ( for the camel ride).Sun screen.Hat or scarf.ShortsSandals, shoes orflip flops.Charger.Long sleeves.A small carry onbag.

Camel trek in Merzouga Sahara Desert during a 3 Day Desert Tour from Marrakech

Marrakech To Merzouga Desert Tour

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Overview of the 3 Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech

Experience Morocco’s most iconic landscapes on a 3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour via the Atlas Mountains and the Merzouga Desert. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, and travel through Ouarzazate, Skoura oasis, the Dades Valley, and the dramatic Todra Gorge. In Merzouga, enjoy a camel trek across the golden dunes at sunset (or a 4×4 transfer if preferred), then spend the night in a desert camp under a star-filled sky with dinner and Berber music. On the final day, travel north via Rissani, Erfoud, the Ziz Valley, Midelt, and the Cedar Forest near Azrou, stopping in the alpine town of Ifrane before arriving in Fes.

What’s Included and Excluded in the 3 Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech

Includes:

Pickup in Marrakech (hotel/riad/airport) and drop-off in Fes (hotel/riad/airport)

Private transport with A/C (4x4 / van / minibus depending on group size)

Fuel, tolls, and driver/guide (English; Spanish on request)

1 Night in Dades Valley (hotel/riad)

Dinners.

Breakfasts.

Camel trek at sunset (one camel per person) or 4x4 transfer as an alternative

Includes:

Flights.

Lunches and Drinks.

Entrance fees.

3 Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Rose Valley – Dades Valley

Early pickup from Marrakech. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains and cross the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with photo stops along the way. Visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Continue toward Ouarzazate for a lunch break (free time). Later, travel through Skoura oasis and the Rose Valley before arriving in Boumalne Dades for dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga – Camel trek – Night in desert camp

After breakfast, enjoy viewpoints over the Dades Valley and continue to the spectacular Todra Gorge, with free time to walk and explore. Drive through Berber towns and palm groves toward Erfoud and then to Merzouga. In the late afternoon, ride camels into the dunes for sunset (or take a 4×4 transfer). Arrive at the camp for dinner, Berber music, and overnight in the Sahara.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fes

Wake early for sunrise over the dunes, then breakfast at camp. Return to Merzouga by camel (or 4×4) and meet your driver. Visit Rissani (souk days: Tue/Thu/Sun) and continue to Erfoud to see a fossil workshop. Drive along the Ziz Valley with panoramic stops, then pass Midelt and head toward the Cedar Forest near Azrou to observe Barbary macaques. Stop in Ifrane before arriving in Fes for drop-off.

TOUR MAP: Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech 3 Days

3 Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour route map with Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Boumalne Dades, and Merzouga Sahara Desert

Testimonials

Client's opinon about this tour

I went to Morocco before with my wife and we had a great time. So we decided to go again and try a different travel agency called All Morocco tours. The tour was amazing and even better than we thought it would be. The Merzouga desert was the highlight of the trip and I definitely suggest going on this tour and using All Morocco Tours.

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FAQs About the 3 Day Marrakech Desert Tour

Is this tour shared or private?

We offer two different tour options to choose from (Private and Shared). And the client can choose from either options.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts from Casablanca at your hotel or airport and ends at Casablanca or Marrakech.

Can I do sandboarding in Merzouga?

Yes, you can do this activity in Merzouga desert

How long does the camel trek ride last?

The camel trek ride lasts for about 1 hour and half.

How long does the camel trek ride last?

The camel trek ride lasts for about 1 hour and half.

What to wear for the camel ride?

Wear long pants and long sleeves.

Are the camp tents shared or private?

The tents are always private, but the main difference is that in a standard camp you share a bathroom with others, while in a luxury camp, each tent has its own private bathroom.

Can i go the camp without riding a camel?

Yes you can, a 4x4 will take you there instead.

Is there electricity in the camp?

Yes, there is electricity in the camp, since the camp runs on solar panels, and sure there are power sockets in the rooms.

What should I pack for this desert trip?

Here is a list of what to pack for this trip:
Sunglasses.
Long pants ( for the camel ride).
Sun screen.
Hat or scarf.
ShortsSandals, shoes orflip flops.
Charger.
Long sleeves.
A small carry onbag.

Is It cold in the desert at night?

It's cold during winter, but it's warm in the summer.

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