3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Safari & Overnight Camel trek

Acomodations

Carefully selected hotels, Kasbahs, Riads. Includes one night in a traditional Berber camp

Vehicle(s)

Air-conditioned 4WD vehicle(s), mini bus or motor-coach

Languages

local guide or driver is more than just someone who speaks multiple languages

Marrakech to Fes Desert Safari Overview

This 3-Day Tour from Marrakech to Fes is really special. It’s a 3-day journey that lets you see the Morocco. You will go through the High Atlas Mountains. You will see Berber villages. You will visit valleys and old kasbahs that have interesting stories.

As you travel the landscape will change. You will enter the Sahara Desert. Here you can ride a camel through sand dunes. You will see a sunset. Then you will spend a night under the stars, in a Merzouga desert camp. This is an experience.

On the day you will travel through the Ziz Valley. It’s very green and pretty. You will also visit the town of Ifrane. It’s very charming. Then you will arrive in Fes. This journey is a mix of nature, culture and adventure. It’s three days but its very memorable.

Marrakech to Fes Tour Highlight

Visit Kasbah Ait ben Haddou UNESCO World Heritage Site
Drive through the high Atlas Mountains.
Drive to Fes through the Middle Atlas Mountains with its cedar forests along Ziz Valley
Sunset camel trek to Merzouga desert camp
Early morning camel trek
Spend night in Dades Valley
Visit Todra Gorges
Spend night in Merzouga desert camp with bonfire and music entertainment

Tour Plan

Day 1 : Marrakech - High atlas mountains - Boumaln dades

Your day starts at 8:00 a.m. With a meeting at your hotel. Your driver will be waiting for you at the hotel. Then you will get into a Van or a 4×4 vehicle. Leave Marrakech to go to the beautiful Dades Valley.

You will drive across the High Atlas Mountains using the Tizi n’Tichka pass. The Tizi n’Tichka pass is 2,260 meters high. You will see beautiful views on the way. As you go from Marrakech to Ouarzazate you will see different landscapes and colors. You will also see some Berber villages.

You will have time to look around the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Then you can have a lunch and rest for a bit. After that you will keep going on your trip. The road will take you through the Skoura palm grove. The Skoura palm grove is very green and nice. You will also go through the Valley of Roses. Then you will get to the Dades Valley. The Dades Valley is very green and peaceful.

You will have dinner, in the Dades Valley. You will also stay overnight in the Dades Valley.

Day 2 : Dades Valley - Todra gorges - Merzouga Desert

After breakfast you will start your journey on the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.” You will pass through the Berber villages in the Dades Valley. 45 Km later you will reach Tinghir. This town is known for its green palm grove and old Jewish area.

The journey will continue to the Todra Gorges. Here you will have time to walk through the tall canyons, which are up to 300 meters high. Many people like to rock climb in this area.

Then you will head to the Sahara. You will travel towards Merzouga. On the way you will have time for lunch. Before reaching Merzouga you will pass through Erfoud. People call Erfoud the gateway to the desert. After you will arrive at the beautiful Erg Chebbi dunes.

After a welcome with a glass of tea at a hotel near the dunes your desert adventure will start. You will ride camels through the sands. This will give you enough time to see a beautiful sunset, from the top of the dunes.

Day 3 : Merzouga Desert - Ifran- Fes

On the day of your desert trip from Marrakech to Fes you will start the morning with a camel ride back to Merzouga. Your driver will be waiting there to continue the adventure.

From Merzouga you will head north to Ifrane. People often call Ifrane “Little Switzerland” because of its buildings that look like they are in the Alps and its cool mountain weather. Ifrane is high up in the Atlas Mountains. It is one of the places in Morocco where it snows in winter.

On the way you can stop for lunch in Ifrane or in the Ziz Valley. The route has views and great spots for photos.

You will travel in a vehicle, with air conditioning. You will pass through the Ziz Valley. The valley has gorges, golden sand dunes and green oases. The Tafilalt region is known for its landscapes. You will see palm groves, cliffs and buildings with a reddish color. The views are really amazing.

In the afternoon you will arrive in Fes. This is where your trip ends. Your driver will take you to your hotel or riad. This will be the end of your adventure.

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Tour Information

INCLUDING

Private Transport A/C with driver guide tour
Accommodations 2 nights
Merzouga Desert Camp
Daily Breakfasts
Dinner
Berber Drums Music
Camel Ride
Sandboarding
Local guide in Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou
Bottle of water

EXCLUDE

Flight
Lunches
Monuments Fees
Tips

Itinerary

Tour Price: Luxury & Standard Accommodations

STANDARD

Price per Person

€ 320

/ Per Person

Accommodations
- Kasbah Didis or Similar
- Acacia Desert Camp or Similar

LUXURY

Price per Person

€ 380

/ Per Person

Accommodations
- Mouhou Desert Camp or Similar
- Ksar Sultan or Similar

Note ! 3 Day Marrakech to Fes desert Tour total cost can change based on the size of your group, your choice of accommodations, and the timing of your travel. As the size of your group increases, the cost per person decreases further.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Merzouga from Marrakech?

Merzouga is about 550 kilometers (around 340 miles) from Marrakech. By road, it usually takes 8–10 hours, but the journey is full of amazing scenery, so it’s more of an adventure than just a drive.

What are the main highlights of the tour?

You’ll cross the Atlas Mountains, visit Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Todra Gorge, and finally explore the Red Dunes of Merzouga in the Sahara.

Will I ride camels in the desert?

Yes! One of the best parts of the tour is the camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, especially during sunrise or sunset.

Where will I stay overnight?

You’ll spend the first night in a comfortable guesthouse in the Dades Valley and the second night in Merzouga desert camp under the stars.

What’s the best time to do this tour?

Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal, with pleasant temperatures and clear skies for desert views.

What makes this tour special?

You get to disconnect from your daily routine, experience Morocco’s unique culture, ride camels in the desert, and sleep under the stars in a desert camp—memories that last a lifetime.

Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors?

Absolutely! It’s designed to be easy and enjoyable, with comfortable travel and plenty of time to relax and take in the sights.

Can this tour be customized?

Many operators can adjust it depending on your starting city, preferred pace, or interest in extra stops.