2-Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour
A more direct route with a single overnight stop, usually around Midelt or the Ziz Valley, before reaching Merzouga the next day for the camel trek and desert camp.
Private Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour
Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour
A private Fes Sahara desert tour heading south through the Middle Atlas cedar forests and the Ziz Valley to Merzouga, ending with a camel trek into Erg Chebbi and a night in the desert camp.
The Route
From Fes to the Sahara
A Morocco desert tour from Fes runs south through Ifrane and the Azrou cedar forests, home to wild Barbary macaques, before continuing via Midelt and the Ziz Valley to Merzouga. It's roughly 460–480 km one way, and quieter than the more heavily traveled Marrakech route, with a gentler drive through the Middle Atlas rather than a high mountain pass.
Because every tour is private, the pace is yours to set: more time in the cedar forest, an extra stop in Midelt, or a different overnight point along the Ziz Valley are all easy to arrange.
Choose Your Duration
2-Day or 3-Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour
For the complete route breakdown and stop-by-stop detail, see our full Fes to Merzouga guide.
3-Day Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour
A more relaxed pace with time to properly explore Ifrane, the Azrou cedar forests, and the Ziz Valley before arriving in the desert, plus a full second night if you'd like to stay longer at camp.
Camel Trekking & the Desert Camp
Arriving in Erg Chebbi
As with our Marrakech departures, a Fes to Merzouga desert tour ends with a camel trek into the dunes at sunset and a night at a desert camp — traditional Berber-style or a private luxury desert camp with an en-suite tent. A private 4x4 excursion into the dunes can be added alongside or instead of the camel trek if you'd rather explore that way.
Private, Not Shared
A Tour Built Around Your Dates
Every Fes Sahara desert tour we run is private: your own vehicle, your own driver-guide, and a customized itinerary rather than a fixed group departure. See the full range of private Morocco desert tours we run from Fes, Marrakech, and Merzouga.
FAQ
Fes to Merzouga: Common Questions
Should I do a 2-day or 3-day Fes to Merzouga desert tour? +
A 2-day tour covers the essentials with one overnight stop along the way, while a 3-day tour allows more time in the Middle Atlas and a more relaxed pace before reaching the desert. Both are run as private tours, so the choice comes down to how much time you have.
Is the Fes to Merzouga tour private? +
Yes, every Fes to Merzouga desert tour we run is private, with your own vehicle and driver-guide rather than a shared group departure.
What is the route from Fes to Merzouga? +
The route runs south from Fes through Ifrane and the Azrou cedar forests, continues via Midelt and the Ziz Valley, and crosses the hamada plain into Merzouga at the edge of Erg Chebbi.
Can I add a private 4x4 excursion to my Fes to Merzouga tour? +
Yes, private 4x4 exploration of the dunes can be added alongside the camel trek, and the itinerary can be adjusted around your interests and travel dates.
Plan Your Private Desert Tour
Tell us your travel dates and group size on WhatsApp, and we'll reply with a private itinerary the same day.