3 Days Desert Trip From Fez to Merzouga

Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga

After breakfast we head south, crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains. Our first stop is Ifrane, known as “the Moroccan Switzerland” for its European architecture and spotless streets. We then continue to the Azrou cedar forest, where we can see and feed Barbary macaques in their natural habitat.

We continue on through the impressive Ziz Valley, famous for its palm groves and panoramic views. We stop in Erfoud, known for its fossils and black marble. In the afternoon we reach Merzouga, the gateway to the desert. Dinner and overnight at a hotel near the dunes. (Dinner included)

Accommodation: Night in Merzouga — Dar Hassan or similar

Exploring the Merzouga desert and nomad life

Breakfast and a full day given over to discovering the extraordinary Sahara. We start with a 4×4 route through the Erg Chebbi dunes, taking in different landscapes and the villages around them. We meet Berber nomad families, who invite us for tea and explain their traditional way of life.

We continue to Khamlia, a small village known for its Gnawa music, where we enjoy a unique performance. We also visit a hidden oasis and a fossil mine.

In the afternoon comes the star experience of the desert: a camel ride to enjoy the sunset over the dunes on the way to the camp. (If you prefer not to ride a camel, you can reach the camp by 4×4.) Night at the desert camp, with dinner and traditional music around the fire. (Dinner included)

Accommodation: Night in Merzouga — Tawada Camp or similar

Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Ifrane → Fes

To make the most of this day we suggest rising early to enjoy the serene sunrise from your desert camp. After breakfast at the camp you can choose to return to Merzouga by camel or by 4×4.

Back in Merzouga, you meet your driver/guide and begin a scenic journey towards Fez. The route takes you through the spectacular Ziz Valley and then across the Middle Atlas mountains. There you stop at the Cedar Forest, where you can watch Barbary macaques in their natural habitat.

También tendrás tiempo para una pausa en Ifrane, conocida como la “Suiza de Marruecos” por su arquitectura de estilo alpino. Llegarás a Fez al atardecer, y tu 3 Días por el Desierto desde Fez concluirá con el traslado a tu hotel o riad.