Highlights
- Your journey begins with a pickup from your Fez hotel or airport in an air-conditioned private 4x4 or minibus. You'll travel through the Middle Atlas on your way to Erg Chebbi.
- Upon arrival at Erg Chebbi, you will start a camel trek across the dunes, experiencing shifting terrain and capturing sunset moments with photo breaks.
- After reaching the luxury Sahara desert camp for dinner, relax in communal seating while enjoying live Berber music under the night sky.
- Over three days, stay one night at a hotel in Merzouga and another at your desert camp. Each morning includes breakfast before you head back to Fez through picturesque valleys and towns.
Your Experience
The adventure begins with a luxurious 3-day private tour from Fez into the heart of the Sahara Desert. This exclusive journey includes stays at both a luxury camp and a Merzouga hotel, complemented by an memorable camel trek through the dunes.
Getting started
Your personalized Sahara desert experience kicks off with your pick-up either from your Fes-based hotel or directly from the airport. A private air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle or a modern minibus awaits you, driven by an English-speaking professional who will guide and transport you throughout this journey. Departing Fez, you'll head towards the Middle Atlas Mountains before venturing into the vastness of the Sahara.
Journey to the desert
As your tour progresses through diverse landscapes, towns, and valleys en route to the Sahara's edge, comfort is a constant companion. Your driver/guide will provide insights into Morocco’s rich geography and cultural tapestry along this scenic path.
- Your travel from Fez in a private air-conditioned 4×4 or minibus includes fuel costs, driver expenses, and all transportation during the tour.
- Explore Ifrane's mountainous beauty and search for Barbary macaques within the Cedar Forest en route.
- The journey continues through Ziz Valley’s palm groves and viewpoints before reaching Merzouga via Erfoud.
Desert edge and Merzouga hotel night
Your arrival in the Merzouga region marks a transition to relaxation as you settle into a comfortable hotel with stunning desert views. This evening is dedicated to unwinding from your travels, preparing for an engaging Sahara experience.
- Experience 1 night at a cozy hotel in the Merzouga area, complete with dinner and breakfast.
- The hotel serves as your base for exploring the surrounding desert landscape before venturing into Erg Chebbi dunes on the next day.
Camel trek and luxury Sahara desert camp
Your journey continues deeper into the Sahara, where you transition from vehicles to camels in preparation for an authentic desert adventure. The night is spent at a luxurious camp nestled within Erg Chebbi's dunes.
- Start a camel trek across Erg Chebbi’s vast dunes, culminating in your arrival at the luxury camp deep in the Sahara.
- Spend 1 night enjoying all-inclusive breakfasts and dinners at an opulent desert camp.
- As dusk descends, explore traditional Berber music under a starlit sky at the camp.
Cultural visits and return to Fes
The tour encompasses cultural excursions into local communities and historic towns before your journey concludes with a return to Fez. Your driver/guide ensures smooth scheduling and transfers, allowing you to fully engage in each experience.
- Discover the vibrant culture of Khamlia, explore Rissani’s ancient market, and explore Erfoud's fossil heritage.
- Interact with local communities along your route before relaxing during your hotel or airport drop-off back in Fez, marking the end of this 3-day private desert adventure.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 3-Day Private Sahara Desert Tour from Fes
- Hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off in Fes
- Private air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle or modern minibus
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Fuel, driver expenses, and all transportation during the tour
- Camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Visits to Ifrane, Cedar Forest, Ziz Valley, Khamlia, Rissani, and Erfoud
- Traditional Berber music at the desert camp
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- 1 night in a luxury Sahara desert camp
- 1 night in a comfortable hotel in the Merzouga area
- Lunches
- Drinks, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Entrance fees for optional attractions (if applicable)
- Tips and gratuities for the driver/guide and local staff
- Travel insurance
- Services not listed in the inclusions
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Pickup and drop-off are included at your Fes hotel or airport in a private air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle or modern minibus.
- Travel comfortably with an English-speaking driver/guide who will accompany you throughout the tour for all transportation needs, including fuel and expenses.
- Your itinerary includes one night at a Merzouga-area hotel and another at a luxury Sahara desert camp, both offering breakfast included each day.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.
Frequently asked questions
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