See the beautiful landscapes of Morocco on this 4 days tour from Fes to Merzouga Desert. Stay at the luxurious Beldi Camp in the middle of the Merzouga Desert. This tour gives you more time in the desert, with camel rides, Berber music, visits to local villages, and the peaceful beauty of the Sahara Desert.
4 Days Excursion from Fes to Merzouga Desert
- Stay three nights at the luxurious Beldi Desert Camp in Erg Chebbi.
- Camel trekking at sunset and sunrise across the dunes.
- Live Berber music performances and campfire dinners.
- Explore Khamlia Village and experience Gnawa music.
- Visit Berber families and nomadic communities.
- Sandboarding, 4×4 excursions, and guided desert walks.
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Your trip starts in the morning from Fes, driving through the beautiful Middle Atlas Mountains. First, stop in Ifrane, a town known for its Alpine-style houses and cool air. Take a short walk and enjoy the nice streets and buildings. Then, visit the Cedar Forest in Azrou, where you can see the Barbary monkeys in their home. Then, continue through the Ziz Valley, a green oasis with many date palms and high cliffs. Stop to enjoy the views and learn about local farming. By late afternoon, arrive in Merzouga. You will be warmly welcomed at the Beldi Desert Camp. Settle into your comfortable tent with your own bathroom, and enjoy a Moroccan dinner under the stars, with Berber music to end the day.
Day 2: Merzouga – Berber Villages – Sunset Camel Trek – Beldi Camp
After breakfast, explore the desert and its people. Take a 4×4 trip to Khamlia Village, known for its Gnawa music. Watch a live music show and learn about the village’s African culture. Visit Berber families nearby and see their traditional way of life. After that, go back to the camp for lunch and some rest. Later in the afternoon, ride a camel into the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy the quiet of the Sahara Desert and watch the sunset over the sand. In the evening, return to the camp for a tasty dinner. Sit by the fire to hear Berber music and stories, and look up at the bright stars in the clear desert sky.
Day 3: Full Day in the Desert – Explore the Dunes – Campfire Dinner
Spend a full day in the desert. Start with an optional sunrise walk or camel ride to see the early morning beauty of the dunes. After breakfast, explore more of the desert in a 4×4. Visit hidden oases, old fossil sites, and ancient caravan trails. In the afternoon, you can try sandboarding or just relax at the camp. Learn to make traditional Moroccan tea with your Berber hosts or take a walk in the dunes. In the evening, enjoy a special campfire dinner with local food. Listen and dance to Berber music and enjoy the quiet desert night.
Day 4: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Fes
Wake early to witness the magnificent sunrise over the dunes, a magical moment to begin your final day. After breakfast, take a camel ride or 4×4 transfer back to Merzouga, where your journey back to Fes begins. Travel through the Tafilalet region and the Ziz Valley, stopping for lunch in Midelt, known for its fresh mountain air and apple orchards. Arrive in Fes by evening, bringing your desert adventure to a memorable close.
