2 days tour from Fes to Merzouga

Private 2-Day Fes Desert Tour — Desert Experience

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Overview

This desert trip from Fes takes you across Morocco’s Middle Atlas landscapes to the golden dunes of Merzouga. Along the way, you’ll visit Ifrane, cedar forests near Azrou, and the scenic Ziz Valley before arriving in the Sahara for a camel ride and overnight desert camp experience.

Quick Overview: A 2-day Sahara desert tour from Fes, including Ifrane, cedar forests, Ziz Valley, camel trekking in Merzouga, and an overnight stay in a desert camp.

Tour at a Glance

Why choose this 2-day desert tour from Fes?

A 2-day Fes to Merzouga desert tour is ideal for travellers with limited time who still want to experience the Sahara. The route offers a dramatic change of scenery, from mountain landscapes and cedar forests to palm valleys and golden dunes, ending with a memorable camel trek and a night in the desert camp.

Highlights of the Fes desert tour 2 days

  • Pass through the Middle Atlas Mountains and explore the scenic cedar forests, home to Barbary macaques.
  • Visit Ifrane, often referred to as “Little Switzerland” for its alpine architecture and clean streets.
  • Descend into the Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and stunning landscapes.
  • Enjoy a camel ride into the desert to reach your desert camp.
  • Experience the magical sunset over the Sahara Desert, with the dunes changing colours.
  • Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, music, and stargazing in the vast desert sky.

Ideal for travellers seeking a quick Sahara experience from Fes with camel trekking and an overnight desert camp.

Itinerary of the 2 days Merzouga desert tour from Fes

Below is the detailed day-by-day itinerary for your 2-day trip from Fes to the Sahara Desert, including key stops, overnight locations, and included experiences.

Day 1: Travel from Fes to Ifrane, and Merzouga desert

Our private tour driver picks you up at your riad and we start our 2 days tour from Fes to Merzouga departing from Fes over the Middle Atlas mountains. We explore Ifrane (called the Switzerland of Morocco), we visit Azrou, then Midelt and we cross the Ziz Valley to reach Erfoud. We enjoy the Merzouga camel ride across the sandy dunes of the Erg Chebbi. Enjoy the beauty of the sunset in the Sahara and once we reach the desert camp we will have dinner, and you spend the night in a comfortable private tent in the camp.

Day 2: From Merzouga desert back to Fes

The 2 days Fes desert tour starts with a stunning sunrise over the Sahara Desert. Our unique desert tour from Fes to Merzouga takes us back by camel or by car as an alternative to the hotel in Merzouga village. After breakfast, we travel back to Fes via Rissani, Errachidia and Midelt, arriving in Fes late afternoon, where the 2-day Merzouga desert tour ends.

Included / Not Included in the 2-day desert tour from Fes

This 2-day Sahara Desert tour from Fes includes all the essentials for a comfortable and worry-free experience:

Map of the 2 days tour from Fes to the desert

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Merzouga Desert from Fes?

The journey takes around 8–9 hours with stops for sightseeing along the way. That’s why this itinerary includes overnight stays to make the trip comfortable and enjoyable.

Is the 2 days Fes desert tour suitable for families?

Yes, families with children can join the tour. Camel rides and overnight stays in desert camps are safe and enjoyable for all ages.

What type of accommodation is included in the desert?

You can choose between standard desert camps (basic but comfortable tents with shared facilities) or luxury desert camps (private tents with en-suite bathrooms, more comfort, and extra services).

Can I do this tour if I don’t want to ride camels?

Absolutely. If you prefer not to ride a camel, we can arrange a 4×4 transfer to the desert camp instead.

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