What should I pack for a Marrakech desert tour?

Pack light clothing, sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable shoes. Evenings can get cold, so bring a warm layer.

Are Marrakech desert tours suitable for families?

Yes, we offer family-friendly desert tours with options for all ages, including child-safe camel rides and accommodations.

How long are the Marrakech desert tours?

Our most popular tours range from 2 to 4 days. Custom durations are also available based on your needs.

Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert

4 days, 3 nights

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Overview

Join us on an exciting 4-day journey to explore the beauty of Morocco's desert region! Witness breathtaking sand dunes in Erg Chebbi, and go from Fes all the way through to Marrakech - this is one getaway that will stay with you forever.

Luxury Desert Camp at Night in Erg Chebbi

Highlights & Options

Visit Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou - a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Travel through Ziz Valley
Travel through the Atlas Mountains
Experience the gorges of Dades Valley
Ride a Camel in the Erg Chebbi Dunes
Overnight in an authentic Berber Desert Camp in Merzouga
Visit the small town of Tinghir

Please notify us of any options or add-ons you would like to be included in your experience on the booking form.

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Itinerary

Start: Fes

Pick up at or near your Riad/hotel.

End: Marrakech

Drop off at or near your Riad/hotel.

Discover Adventure

With its expansive sand dunes and stunning desert landscape, Erg Chebbi is a unique paradise waiting to be explored! Join us on this four day adventure between Fes and Marrakech for an unforgettable journey through the fascinating deserts of Morocco.

Fes – Azrou – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga

Driving Time: 7 hours 5 minutes

On the first day of your Morocco excursion, come explore with us! We'll travel from Fes to Ifran and Azou - be sure to look out for monkeys in their cedar forest home. Lunch will be served in Midelt before we set off across the dramatic landscapes of Ziz valley's gorges. Then it's on towards Erfoud, Merzouga, and finally our destination: an unforgettable evening spent beneath the stars at a Berber camp amidst Erg Chebbi desert dunes. There you can admire sunset bathed in rose gold hues as you trek through ethereal sand hills – all capped by a cozy dinner and a crackling campfire under starlit skies that are like no other place on earth.

Desert Nomad Experience

On day two, we continue our desert adventure with a picturesque camel ride back to Merzouga. We'll explore the region further in 4x4s and make stops at traditional nomad villages along the way. Discover ancient rock carvings as you travel through this historic landscape before settling down for an authentic Berber meal accompanied by mesmerizing Gnaoua music! As night falls, enjoy a cozy campfire dinner followed by some lively local entertainment!

Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Boumalne Dades

Driving Time: 4 hours 45 minutes

On day three, we'll make the journey from Sahara to Todra. Along the way, we will pay a visit to Molay Ali chrif Alaoui mausoleum in Rissani! After that, Jorf and Tinjdad bring us through some stunning palm groves on our travels towards Tinghir where you can explore an old Jewish village too. There's no shortage of gorgeous views either; lunch awaits at the Todra Gorges. We then make our way to Dades Gorges and Boumalne Dades, where after some exploring we tuck ourselves into cozy local hotel for dinner & restful night ahead!

Boumalne Dades – The Valley of the Roses - Skoura – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Driving Time: 5 hours 35 minutes

On your last day with us, you'll get to travel into Morocco's past! We start off making our way through the Valley of the Roses toward Skoura, as we continue on our journey to Ouarzazate, where we will stop to see the famed movie studios and the kasbah of Tauorirt. Then its on to Ait Ben Haddou kasbah - a UNESCO world-heritage site that showcases incredible architecture. Finally it’s time to wind down this amazing trip back in Marrakech via Telout and the High Atlas Mountains – an experience of a lifetime!

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Inclusions

Not Included

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Luxury from

€317

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Our Accommodations

Normal: Merzouga, Merzouga

Normal: Dades Gorge, Dades Gorge

These are a few of the accommodations we partner with to provide you with the best experience possible on you 4 days, 3 nights excursion from Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert. The final accommodations booked for your excursion with depend on a number of factors including: which package you choose (Standard, Luxury, Royal or Eco), the time of your travel, availability at the locations at the time of your booking, the number of people in your party. If the locations in this list are not available, you will receive accommodations of equal or greater experience.

Image Gallery

Ait Ben Haddou from the River Bed

Ait Ben Haddou

Road into the Atlas Mountains

Luxury Desert Camp at Night

Ounila Valley

Tea in Ait Ben Haddou

Jemaa el Fna Square

Shops at Tizi N’Tichka

Mineral Shop at Tizi N’Tichka

Bridge to Ksar Ait Ben Haddou

Looking Out over the Ounila Valley

Souk in Marrakech

Ounila Valley

Incense & Spice Shop in Marrakech

Ounila Valley

Luxury Desert Camp at Night

Asif Ounila

Erg Chebbi Dunes at Sunrise

Camel Ride in Erg Chebbi

Entry Square in Kasbah Telouet

Inside Ait Ben Haddou

Vendors in Jemaa el Fna Square

Cafe in the Atlas Mountains

Shops at Tizi N’Tichka

Looking out over the Atlas Mountains

4×4 in Erg Chebbi

Window View in Kasbah Telouet

Ounila Valley

Majorelle Garden in Marrakech

Winding Road in the Atlas Mountains

Ait Ben Haddou

Donkeys in Merzouga Desert

Window in Telouet

Berber Village in the Atlas Mountains

Staircase in Kasbah Telouet

View from Inside Telouet

Entryway of Kasbah Telouet

Atlas Mountains with Snow

Traditional Building in Ounila Valley

Atlas Mountains beyond Marrakech

Why Travel with Discover Sahara Tours?

Our People

Looking for a truly unique and immersive tour experience? Meet our exceptional full-time local drivers and guides, who don't just show you around - they become your well-connected friend. Accompanying you on each day of the tour, they share their lifelong connections to the region, offering fascinating anecdotes about its history and culture. With their insider knowledge and friendly personalities, you'll feel like a local in no time.

Custom Experience

Experience adventure like never before with our private tours! We are passionate about creating a customized travel experience that is tailored to your preferences. Imagine immersing yourself in the daily life of a nomadic family in the desert or cruising through the Sahara on a quad bike. We'll work with you to build an itinerary that meets your every desire, making sure that your journey is nothing short of amazing.

Local Cuisine

Experience the flavors, stories, and warmth of a place through its cuisine - that's our promise to you. Whether it's a cozy family-owned restaurant or indulging in a gourmet meal in our Sahara desert camps, these expertly curated meals will tantalize your taste buds and give you a glimpse into the heart and soul of the locals. Come travel with us and discover the magic of local Moroccan food traditions.

Sustainable Travel

Indulge in sustainable travel that nurtures the communities you visit. Invest in the local livelihoods by putting your money where your heart is. Discover the magic of authentic and immersive travel experiences that take you beyond the surface level. Our unique personal touch preserves and supports the cultures and traditions of the places you explore. It's a travel experience that will satisfy your curiosity and leave a positive impact on the world.

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Customer Reviews

Best vacation so far ? - Such a great experience with Ismael! So much culture to discover an great people to have contact with. Everything went perfect and accordingly to the plan. Definitely recommend and pleased... read more to do it again ?

Alejandro V
June 17, 2023

Highly recommend! - Very well organised tour, with lots of stops so we didn't get tired of driving for too long. Very well thought in terms of getting to toilet breaks, atms, snacks... read more

smly92
April 1, 2024

Our tour to Sahara was amazing.
Our guide and the people in the camp were extremely nice and took really good care of us. The dinner was really tasty and... read more

Inês L
March 4, 2024
Great experience - Our trip was absolutely incredible! Houssine was an exceptional guide—friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to accommodate our needs. Along the journey to the Merzouga Desert, we made several stunning stops,... read more

Maayke D
December 20, 2024

Excellent - Ismail is the greatest guide guy we could’ve had! We learnt a lot of his life and he was happy to share. He came to pick up us early in... read more

irisk1993
January 11, 2023

Trip to Zagora desert - I'm really impressed ... It was behond my expectations. The guides are really friendly and the food is amazing. The bathroom are really nice what is impressive when your are... read more

martalapopais
March 4, 2024
It was really Nice, Ismail was the perfect driver ! I RECOMMAND Him et the angecy for your trip !!!!

597yaminam
January 29, 2023

It was an amazing tour where we got to ride camels, drive an atv, visited a Bereber village and other great activities. Our guide was great, always really helpful and... read more kind! I highly recommend this!

ROCIO P
June 17, 2023

Fantastic driver. English super good - SUPER!!! Fantastic driver, English fluent and full of tips and help. From Merzouga to Fes without any kind od problem

gabriv2023
January 9, 2023