3 Days Desert Tour Ouarzazate to Fes
Breathtaking 3 Days Desert Tour Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga
Your best 3 Days Desert Tour Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga is your best chance to see Morocco’s Sahara Desert at a glance. This is the Amazing Ouarzazate desert trip; it will introduce you to the Saharan landscapes of Draa Valley and the Merzouga desert. Merzouga Tour from Ouarzazate is one of our desert tours that give you the chance to explore the south of Morocco.
In these 3 days desert tour to Merzouga, A 3 Days Desert Tour Ouarzazate to Fes offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the diverse landscapes and cultural heritage of Morocco.
3 Days Desert Tour Ouarzazate to Fes via Sahara Overview:
Best 3 Days Desert Tour Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga: this is ideal for people who have very limited time in Morocco, The itinerary of the 3-Day Desert Tour from Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga provides a mix of cultural, and historical and great natural experiences and is a marvelous way to experience Morocco’s stunning landscape and its rich history.
- Embark on a journey towards the Merzouga Desert, located in the southeastern part of the great Morocco.
- Enjoy the scenic drive through the stunning landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and pass through charming Berber villages along the way.
- Make stops at various points of interest, such as the Todra Gorge and Dades Valley where you can admire the towering canyon walls and take memorable photos.
- Continue the drive to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert and home to the Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Check into a desert camp at the edge of the Merzouga dunes.
- Experience a camel trekking into the Moroccan Sahara Desert and enjoy the serenity of the Sahara desert.
- Witness the mesmerizing sunset over the dunes.
- Spend the night in a Sahara desert camp, where you’ll savor a delicious Moroccan dinner.
- Enjoy traditional and Berber music around a campfire in the Desert.
- Wake up early to witness the magical sunrise over the dunes.
- Climb to the top of the dunes for panoramic views and capture stunning photographs.
- Travel through the diverse landscapes of Morocco, passing through palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and Berber villages.
- Make stops along the way to explore historical sites and attractions, such as the Ziz Valley, Midelt, and the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas.
- Visit Ifrane city
- Arrive in Fes in the evening, where the 3 Days Ouarzazate to Fes Desert Tour ends.
Highlight of: 3 Days Desert Tour Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga
These highlights offer a glimpse into the diverse landscapes and cultural experiences that await you during a 3-day desert tour from Ouarzazate to Merzouga. It’s an adventure that combines natural beauty, historical sites, and the enchanting atmosphere of the Sahara Desert.
Here are highlights you can expect during a 3 Days Ouarzazate to Fes Desert Tour:
- Explore the stunning landscapes of the Great Atlas Mountains.
- Visit the Todra Gorge, a breathtaking canyon with towering cliffs.
- Experience a camel trek into the Moroccan Sahara Desert from Merzouga, riding through the mesmerizing Merzouga dunes of Erg Chebbi.
- Witness the magical sunset over the Merzouga dunes.
- Visit the nomadic family in the Desert and see how nomads live there.
- Spend the night in a Merzouga desert camp, where you’ll enjoy a traditional dinner, and Berber music around a campfire.
- Get the opportunity to stargaze in the clear desert sky of Morocco.
- Witness the captivating sunrise over the Sahara Desert.
- Journey through the Ziz Valley, with its lush palm groves and picturesque scenery.
- Pass through the Middle Atlas Mountains and visit the city of Midelt.
- Discover the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas, where you might spot Barbary macaques, an endangered species of monkey.
- Stop at the charming town of Ifrane, often referred to as “Little Switzerland” due to its European-inspired architecture and lush greenery.
- Arrive in Fes, one of Morocco’s most fascinating and culturally rich cities, known for its labyrinthine medina, historic landmarks, and vibrant atmosphere.
3 Days from Ouarzazate to Fes Desert Tour via Sahara Info:
- + Duration: 3 Days & 2 night
- + Departure: 08:00 am
- + Starting Location: Ouarzazate
- + Ending Location: Fes
Itinerary of: 3 Days Desert Tour Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga:
Day 1: Ouarzazate - Rose Valley - Dades Valley - Todgha Valley - Merzouga
On the departure of our 3-day Desert tour from Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga, our driver-guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Ouarzazate and start your Morocco journey towards Merzouga. You’ll head east towards Skoura. Skoura is famous for its beautiful palm groves and ancient kasbahs, such as the stunning Kasbah Amridil. From Skoura, you’ll continue towards the Rose Valley, a picturesque region known for its abundant rose gardens and traditional rose distilleries.
During the rose harvest season (usually in May), you can witness the vibrant rose production process. You’ll then make your way to the Dades Gorges, a series of stunning canyons with towering rock formations. Enjoy the scenic drive through the captivating landscapes of the Atlas Mountains. Make a stop at the impressive Todgha Gorges to admire the dramatic rock formations and take memorable photos, pass through beautiful landscapes and traditional Berber villages, where you can explore the impressive canyon walls and take in the natural beauty of the area.
Explore the stunning landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and enjoy panoramic views as you drive through winding mountain roads. After lunch in Tinjdad, we Make stops at various points of interest, such as the Mellab where you can admire the towering canyon walls and take memorable photos. Continue the drive to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert and home to the iconic Erg Chebbi Merzouga dunes.
From there, you’ll journey to Erfoud, a town known for its fossil industry. You can visit a fossil workshop and learn about the fascinating fossils found in the region. Finally, you’ll reach Merzouga, a village on the edge of the Moroccan Sahara Desert. In the evening, spend the night in a charming hotel in the Merzouga area.
Day 2: Merzouga - Desert Tour - Sahara Desert Camp
On this day of our 3 Days Ouarzazate to Fes Desert Tour via Merzouga, our best Merzouga 4×4 desert tour will start with a pick-up from your hotel and we’ll start our Merzouga desert trip by visiting Hassi Labied oasis, a garden beside the dunes that managed by the people of the village, there you’ll see how the people get the water from the dunes to the garden using a traditional irrigation system. A desert tour in Merzouga, that allows you to explore the stunning Sahara Desert and experience the unique culture of the region.
Merzouga is known for its towering dunes, breathtaking sunsets, and the opportunity to ride camels across the vast desert landscape. We will continue our way to Khamlia village, we will stop to visit a great car museum on the way to Khamlia. once we arrive at Khamlia village we’ll have the opportunity to listen and enjoy the Gnawa music played by Berber local people, Their origin is from Mali, and other Subsaharan countries.
We will continue our journey into the black Merzouga desert ( volcanic stones ), a mountain with a panoramic view that will be our first stop in the black desert before we continue to the vibrant Mifis Village, an old village known as the mines village due to the mineral mines where some Moroccan people still work on the active mines. The next stop will be with a nomadic family in the desert who still lives in the tent, there we will have a cup of tea in the desert tent and experience the great nomadic lifestyle.
Driving on the dunes back to Merzouga desert village or some other villages near the villages of Merzouga to have lunch. Once you finish your desert trip in Merzouga, you’ll meet your desert guide and camels. The camel trekking experience is a highlight of the tour, as you ride across the vast dunes, taking in the stunning landscapes and enjoying the tranquility of the desert. After a camel ride in the Sahara desert for a few hours, you’ll arrive at a Merzouga Sahara desert camp situated amidst the towering dunes.
These camps offer a unique opportunity to experience the nomadic lifestyle of the desert. You’ll have a chance to relax, sip on traditional Moroccan tea, and enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by your hosts. In the evening, you can marvel at the mesmerizing sunset and the glittering stars in the clear desert sky.
Day 3: Merzouga - Ziz Valley - Ifrane - Fes
Wake up early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes. The colors and the serenity of the desert at this time are truly remarkable. After breakfast, you’ll ride the camels back to Merzouga. Climb to the top of the dunes for panoramic views and capture stunning photographs. You will eat a delicious breakfast at Desert camp and ride back camels to the village of Merzouga Desert where your driver will be waiting. Depart from Merzouga and begin your Merzouga journey towards Fes.
Travel through the diverse landscapes of Morocco, passing through palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and Berber villages. Make stops along the way to explore historical sites and attractions, such as the Ziz Valley, Midelt, and the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains. Journey through the beautiful Ziz Valley, with its lush palm groves and picturesque scenery. Pass through the Middle Atlas Mountains and visit the town of Midelt, nestled between the mountains and known for its scenic landscapes.
Discover the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains, where you might spot Barbary macaques, an endangered species of monkey, and visit the beautiful Ifrane. Arrive in Fes in the late evening, one of Morocco’s most fascinating and culturally rich cities, known for its labyrinthine medina, historic landmarks, and vibrant atmosphere. Drop off at your Riad or Hotel. It will be the end of your 3-day desert Tour from Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga.
3 Days Desert Tour from Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga price:
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel/Riad.
- English tour guide
- Explore the stunning landscapes.
- Professional driver
- Sandboarding in the Sahara desert
- Overnight in a hotel
- 2x Breakfast
- 2x Dinner
- An air conditioned Private 4x4 / minibus
- Camel ride per person
- Overnight in a private tent at the desert camp.
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Tips
- Entrance fees
What to Bring for 3 Days Merzouga Tour Ouarzazate to Fes?
- Hat.
- Camera.
- Sunblock & Sunglasses.
- Comfortable shoes.
- Warm clothes in winter.
- Cotton clothes in summer.
- Umbrella.
- Valid passport for 6 months.
Note: Check our blog about what to pack for Morocco
Additional info about the Ouarzazate to Fes Desert Tour 3 Days
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Vegetarian options are available, please let us know at the time of booking if required.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- It can be cold at night and in the winter so please bring appropriate clothing.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
- Quad & Buggy driving in dunes are not included in the price but is possible to add them as an extra.
Know Before the 3 Days Desert Trip Ouarzazate to Fes:
- How to book? Send us a booking demand through our booking structure, and we will reply within 12 hours, in case you don’t get noticed by us, you should check your trash inbox resend us a text message / call us.
- How to pay for the tour? To confirm the 3-Day Desert Tour from Ouarzazate to Merzouga or activity, we require a small deposit to be paid over PayPal to our account, the balance is due in cash at the pick-up, to be paid to your driver in Dollars or equivalent in Euros or dirhams.
- Is it possible to pay the total with PayPal? Normally we ask for the balance payments in cash because PayPal also has many transaction fees and operational delays since it’s an international institution.
- We can in some cases accept the full payment via PayPal however a 5% fee will be applied to cover the extra transaction charges. In case you are considering this method, it is best to arrange the payment before the tour.
- Cancelation Policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 15 days in advance of the start date of the experience.
If the itinerary of the 3-day tour from Ouarzazate to Fes via Merzouga desert, that we offer does not match what you’re looking for, contact us, and Lovely Morocco Tours team will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements.
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