2-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech via Sahara Desert
Overview
Experience an unforgettable desert tour from Fes to Marrakech through Morocco’s mountains, valleys, and Sahara Desert. Discover some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes along the way.
Begin in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco.” Continue through the cedar forests and the scenic Ziz Valley before reaching Merzouga.
Enjoy a camel ride across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. Watch the sunset over the Sahara and spend the night at a comfortable desert camp. Wake early to admire the sunrise over the dunes.
Continue through the Todra Gorges and visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Cross the High Atlas Mountains before arriving in Marrakech.
This private Fes-to-Marrakech desert tour combines adventure, culture, and stunning scenery. The itinerary can also be customized to suit your travel plans and preferences.
Highlights
What is Included
What is Not Included
Itinerary:
Fes – Ifrane – Cedars Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Your 2-day Fes desert tour starts with an early morning pickup from your hotel or the airport. Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, with stops in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and the Cedar Forest, home to Barbary macaques. Continue to Midelt for lunch before driving through the spectacular Ziz Valley and its palm groves. In the afternoon, arrive in Merzouga and begin a camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Watch the sunset from the dunes before reaching your desert camp. Enjoy a traditional dinner, Berber music, and a magical night under the stars in the Sahara Desert.
Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
Wake up early to enjoy the beautiful Sahara Desert sunrise, then return to Merzouga by camel. Continue west through the palm oases of Touroug and Tinjdad before reaching the spectacular Todra Gorges. Take a short walk through the canyon and admire its towering red cliffs. Continue to Ouarzazate and visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous filming location. Finally, cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass and arrive in Marrakech in the evening, ending your Fes to Marrakech desert tour.
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Booking is simple! You can reach us by email, phone call or our website. We will confirm your details, discuss preferences, and finalize dates. We accept multiple payment methods, including credit cards, bank transfers, and cash.
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Indeed, in most cases, there is no Internet connection available at the desert camp, which is an opportunity to spare time for the contemplation of desert space. You may still have mobile reception, it all depends with your service provider provider of course. This is a good time to relax there and enjoy the wonderful creatures nature has blessed us with.
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Of course, single travellers are always very welcome on all of our tours. We can organise either private or sharing options as much as the client or the passengers desires. For the single travelers can get an individual tour and for those who prefer group there is a chance to make friends!
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We recommend to take only non-restricting and preferably loose-fitting clothing, a bottle of sun lotion, a cap and a headscarf. Do not leave behind a torch and camera, and other useful items such as a power bank. But, don’t forget to be adventurous at heart when packing for your South America trip.
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All in all the camel ride averages around 1-1.5 hours long and this type of ride is completely safe. Any person that would require guiding will be attended to by experienced persons who will guarantee that the trip is free from hurdles. Safety and comfort of all clients taking the tour is our main concern.
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Of course! If you do not wish to ride on a camel, then there are arrangements of a 4 x 4 station to take you to the camp. We know that some people may not like camel but the good news is that we have this option for your convenience.
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Of course, we are ready to serve vegetarian, vegan and any other type of diets. However, please just let us know beforehand and we will ensure that all the meals available are one that you will prefer. Our team also pays a lot of attention to your preferences from the period of the journey.
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Well, you don’t have to bring a sleeping bag at all. Of course, the desert camp is clean and comfortable with good bedding so that you could spend a comfortable night in the desert. More, we ensure that all the facilities a guest can need for his comfortable stay are provided.
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For the camel ride, ensure that you wear clothing that you do not mind getting soiled with sand and shoes that are comfortable. Loose fitting trousers and a hat, and sunglasses can keep away the sun’s rays from accessing your skin. Proper dress code and good feeling about what you are wearing will help into more enjoying across the dunes.
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Indeed, this Fes desert tour 2 days is ideal for all ages of travelers. It is relatively possible to include children and adult families, and possibly senior citizens, although the later may require some tweak or so. We make sure that all individuals are protected from harm and also have a good time.
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