2 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga Desert

Fes to Merzouga Desert Via Middle Atlas.

Start your 2 days desert adventure from Fes to Merzouga with a morning pick-up from your hotel or riad after breakfast.

Your first stop will be in Ifrane, famously known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”, where you’ll admire its unique European-style architecture and enjoy unforgettable photo opportunities.

Next, continue towards Azrou Cedar Forest, home to the wild Barbary macaque monkeys, where you can interact with these playful creatures in their natural habitat.

The journey proceeds through the Middle Atlas Mountains to Midelt, known as the Apple Capital of Morocco, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Afterward, cross the scenic Tizi N’Talghoumt Pass and reach Errachidia, where you’ll pause for a panoramic view over the lush Ziz Valley, Morocco’s second-longest river valley.

In the afternoon, your Fes to Merzouga desert tour continues through the charming towns of Aoufous and Erfoud, the latter famous for its fossil workshops and date production.

You may stop to visit a local fossil craft workshop and learn about the region’s ancient marine history.

Upon arrival at the Erg Chebbi dunes, meet your camel caravan and embark on an enchanting camel trek through the golden dunes.

Enjoy a breathtaking desert sunset from atop the dunes before reaching your Berber desert camp.

After a traditional Moroccan dinner under a starlit sky, gather around the campfire to enjoy live Berber drumming (Gnaoua rhythms), storytelling, and dancing.

Spend the night in a nomadic-style tent amidst the serene silence of the Sahara.

Merzouga Desert – Midelt – Azrou Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fes

Wake up early to witness one of the most magical moments of your desert adventure — the sunrise over the towering Erg Chebbi dunes.

Climb to the top of a nearby dune to watch the sun cast golden hues over the endless sea of sand, an unforgettable sight you’ll cherish forever.

Afterward, return to camp for a hearty traditional Moroccan breakfast and a refreshing shower.

Once ready, choose to ride your camel back to the meeting point or opt for a 4×4 transfer if you prefer.

Meet your driver, and begin your journey back to Fes, retracing the scenic route through the Ziz Valley, with stops along the way for panoramic photos and short breaks to admire the landscapes.

Pause for a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant, then continue via the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through the Cedar Forest of Azrou to spot the wild Barbary macaques once more.

You’ll also have time to stop in Ifrane, often called “Morocco’s Little Switzerland”, for a stroll through its picturesque streets.

Finally, arrive in Fes in the afternoon or evening, with a drop-off at your hotel or riad.

This marks the end of your 2 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Merzouga — a memorable journey through Morocco’s desert landscapes and Atlas mountain ranges.