3 Days Desert Tour from Errachidia to Fes

Excellent

Duration

3 Days

Group Size

20 People

Language

English

Location

Errachidia

- Overview :

This is a 3-day adventure starting in Errachidia and ending in Fes.

You will spend a night in a hotel in Merzouga, ride camels, sleep in a desert camp under the stars, and explore the dunes in a 4×4.

The trip also includes visiting local families, stopping at the Rissani market and Erfoud workshops, and driving through the beautiful Middle Atlas Mountains to the Swiss-style town of Ifrane.

We will drop you off at your place in Fes or the airport.

- Top Highlights :

DAY 1: Arrival in Errachidia – Journey to Merzouga

Upon your arrival in Errachidia, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred directly toward the Sahara. The journey takes you through captivating desert landscapes, offering a prelude to the adventure ahead. We arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the dunes, where you will check into your hotel for the evening. Overnight stay in a Merzouga hotel.

DAY 2: Desert Exploration, Gnaoua Culture & Camel Trekking

Your day begins with a transfer from your hotel into the stunning expanse of the Erg Chebbi dunes. We embark on an adventurous 4×4 desert exploration, navigating the golden landscape. Highlights include:

Nomadic Life: Visit a traditional nomadic family near the Moroccan-Algerian border for tea and cultural insight.
Gnaoua Music: Travel to the village of Khamlia to meet the dark-skinned people, originally from Sudan, and enjoy a captivating live performance of their spiritual Gnaoua music.
Sunset Trek: In the late afternoon, your friendly camel guide will be ready. Begin your camel trek across the mesmerizing dunes as the sun begins to set, painting the sands in rich hues.

The trek leads you to your secluded desert camp. Enjoy a traditional dinner, shared moments around the campfire, and the unparalleled experience of sleeping under a vast, brilliant blanket of desert stars. Overnight stay in a desert camp.

DAY 3: Sunrise, Rissani Market, Atlas Mountains & Arrival in Fes

Rise early to witness a magnificent Sahara sunrise—a truly unforgettable moment. After breakfast, you will ride your camel back to Merzouga.

Our drive to Fes begins with a stop in Rissani, the foundation of Morocco’s current ruling dynasty. Here, you will explore its historic lively souk (market), a key trading hub for the region. Next, we visit a specialized workshop in Erfoud to see how fossilized marble is expertly crafted.

The journey continues, offering a panoramic stop overlooking the lush Ziz Valley, an oasis carved through the mountains. We then ascend into the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through the cedar forest, where you may spot the native Barbary macaques. Finally, we pause in Ifrane, often called “Morocco’s Switzerland” for its alpine architecture.

The tour concludes upon arrival in Fes, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation or the airport, carrying memories of an incredible desert journey.

- Included :

Easy transfer from/to your Fes hotel or airport.
Comfortable transport in a private 4x4 or modern air-conditioned minibus.
Fuel and vehicle/driver-related expenses.
1 unforgettable night in a luxury Sahara camp (Merzouga).
1 night in a comfortable hotel in the Dades Valley.
Camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Breakfasts and dinners as mentioned in the itinerary.
Experienced, multilingual, and friendly driver/guide.

- Excluded :

- Itinerary : 3 Days Desert Tour from Errachidia to Fes

Day 1: Arrival in Errachidia – Merzouga

The tour commences with the scheduled collection of guests from the Errachidia airport, followed by a southward journey toward the Sahara Desert region of Merzouga. The evening includes a complete dinner service, and the night will be spent at a desert camp, offering an immersive introduction to the desert atmosphere.

Day 2: 4×4 Desert Exploration – Camel Trekking – Overnight in Desert Camp

The second day begins with breakfast at the desert camp, followed by a camel ride back to Merzouga village. Subsequently, guests will embark on a day of comprehensive exploration of the Merzouga desert, utilizing a 4×4 vehicle to navigate the terrain. This segment includes a cultural visit with a nomadic family near the border region of Morocco and Algeria. The tour will then proceed to the village of dark-skinned inhabitants, originally from Sudan, where guests will have the opportunity to listen to Gnawa music and observe their unique way of life. In the evening, the group returns to Merzouga to meet the experienced camel guide for a half-hour ride through the captivating Merzouga dunes. Dinner and the overnight stay will take place in a desert camp beneath the clear night sky.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Errachidia Airport

Following breakfast at the desert camp, guests will conclude the camel ride back to Merzouga village. The drive then proceeds to Rissani, the historical foundation of the current ruling family. Rissani remains an important commercial hub, featuring a large market that is notably active on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Subsequently, a visit is scheduled for a workshop in Erfoud specializing in the crafting of items from fossilized marble. The route then continues along the Ziz River, with a stop dedicated to enjoying a panoramic view of the valley. The excursion concludes with the return drive to Errachidia for the final drop-off at the airport or the guest’s designated hotel.