This 5 days tour from Fes to Merzouga gives you the best desert experience. You will see beautiful landscapes, explore local culture, and stay in comfort at the famous Beldi Camp. Ride camels, listen to Berber music, watch amazing sunsets, and visit local villages. This trip will give you a fun and unforgettable adventure in Morocco’s Sahara Desert. Enjoy your 5 days trip from Fes to Merzouga.

  • Stay four nights at the luxurious Beldi Desert Camp, featuring en-suite facilities and stunning desert views.
  • Sunset and sunrise camel treks across the Erg Chebbi dunes.
  • Cultural experiences, including visits to Berber villages, nomadic families, and the town of Rissani.
  • Live Berber music and dance performances at the camp.
  • Activities such as sandboarding, guided desert walks, and fossil exploration.

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga

Start your journey with a nice drive from Fes through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ifrane, a small town with cool weather, green parks, and fresh mountain air. Then visit Azrou Cedar Forest, where you can see friendly Barbary monkeys and enjoy the quiet nature. Drive through the Ziz Valley, a green area full of date palms and old walled villages called ksars. Stop to take photos and enjoy the wide views. Pass through Erfoud, a town known for its dates and fossils, before reaching Merzouga in the evening. Check in at Beldi Camp, a comfortable desert camp. You will be welcomed with Moroccan mint tea. Enjoy a tasty dinner under the stars with live Berber music. Relax in your private tent, which mixes traditional Moroccan style with modern comfort.

Day 2: Merzouga – Erg Chebbi Exploration – Camel Trek – Beldi Camp

After breakfast, take a 4×4 tour to see the Erg Chebbi dunes. Visit small Berber villages, like Khamlia, and listen to the music of the local Gnawa people. Meet nomad families and learn how they live. Go back to the camp for lunch and rest. In the late afternoon, take a camel ride across the golden sand. Watch the sun go down and see the sand change color; it is very beautiful. Return to the camp for dinner and enjoy the evening with Berber music and stories by the fire.

Day 3: Full Day in the Desert – Activities and Relaxation at Beldi Camp

Spend the day enjoying the Sahara Desert. You can start with a sunrise camel ride or a short walk to see the quiet desert at dawn. After breakfast, try fun activities like sandboarding, guided walks in the desert, or visiting small fossil sites. In the afternoon, relax at the camp. Learn how to make traditional Moroccan tea or enjoy the amazing views of the sand dunes. In the evening, have a special Berber dinner with live music and dancing.

Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Beldi Camp

Start the day with a visit to the historic town of Rissani, a former caravan hub. Explore the vibrant market, known for its spices, jewelry, and handmade goods. Visit the nearby Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, the founder of the Alaouite dynasty. Return to Merzouga in the afternoon, where you can enjoy free time at the Beldi Camp. Take a short camel ride, relax in your tent, or explore the dunes on foot. Conclude the day with another exquisite dinner and a peaceful evening under the stars.

Day 5: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Fes

Rise early to witness the magical sunrise over the dunes before enjoying breakfast at the camp. Begin your return journey to Fes, traveling once again through the Tafilalet region and the lush Ziz Valley. Stop in Midelt for lunch and enjoy the refreshing mountain scenery. Continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains, arriving in Fes by evening with unforgettable memories of your desert adventure.

  • Private, air-conditioned transportation with a professional driver/guide.
  • Four nights at Beldi Luxury Desert Camp with en-suite facilities.
  • Breakfast and dinner daily at the camp.
  • Camel trekking and 4×4 guided tours.
  • Cultural activities, including Gnawa music and Berber experiences.
  • Lunches and beverages.
  • Personal expenses and tips.
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

This 5 days Trip from Fes to Merzouga is a perfect blend of luxury, culture, and adventure, providing a deeper connection to Morocco’s rich heritage and the mesmerizing beauty of the Sahara Desert.