2-Days Morocco Desert Trip from Fes to Merzouga

Your Morocco desert trip begins in Fes, leaving the ancient medina behind as you journey south toward the spectacular landscapes of the Middle Atlas. Your first stop is Ifrane, a charming mountain town surrounded by forests and often known as the “Switzerland of Morocco.” Continue through the beautiful cedar forests near Azrou, where you can admire the majestic trees and, depending on the season and conditions, spot the Barbary macaques that inhabit the area.

Continue across the majestic Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through changing landscapes and traditional mountain scenery as you make your way toward Midelt. As the mountains give way to the south, the scenery transforms dramatically. Follow the spectacular Ziz Valley, where lush palm groves wind through a dramatic desert landscape, creating one of the most beautiful contrasts along the route to the Sahara.

By afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, where the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi announce your arrival in the Sahara. Exchange your vehicle for a camel and ride across the golden sands as the sun begins to set, reaching your luxury desert camp surrounded by the vast desert. Enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner, traditional Berber music around the campfire, and an unforgettable evening beneath a sky filled with stars.

Accommodation: Night in a Luxury Desert Camp in Merzouga

Wake early to witness the spectacular Sahara sunrise as the first rays of light transform the Erg Chebbi dunes into shades of gold. After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in the desert before returning by camel or 4WD to Merzouga and beginning the scenic journey back toward Fes.

Travel once again through the beautiful Ziz Valley, enjoying panoramic views of its palm-filled oasis and dramatic surrounding landscapes. Continue north through the changing scenery of the Middle Atlas, passing through Midelt and ascending toward the cedar forests and mountain landscapes around Azrou. The return journey offers a completely different perspective of the landscapes you discovered on your way to the Sahara.

Continue through Ifrane before arriving back in Fes in the afternoon or evening, bringing your two-day Sahara adventure to a memorable close. In just two days, you will have crossed the Atlas Mountains, explored the cedar forests, followed the spectacular Ziz Valley, ridden a camel across the Sahara, and experienced a magical night in a luxury desert camp.

Tour Ends: Drop-off at your accommodation in Fes