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3 DAY PRIVATE DESERT TOUR FROM OUARZAZATE TO FES
Tour from Ouarzazate
HIGHLIGHTS
This 3-day desert journey is an efficient yet highly rewarding route connecting Ouarzazate to Fes. Perfect for travellers wanting to experience the vast beauty of Southeast Morocco in a shorter timeframe, this trip features the striking cliffs of the Todra Gorge and a comprehensive dive into the Merzouga Sahara. You will enjoy an authentic camel trek, witness spectacular desert sunrises and sunsets, and sleep in a premium luxury camp. The tour also covers a full 4x4 desert excursion, the historic markets of Rissani, the unique fossil crafts of Erfoud, the alpine charm of Ifrane, and the wild macaque colonies of the Middle Atlas cedar forests.
Every itinerary is fully customisable to suit your preferences and pace.
3 DAY PRIVATE DESERT TOUR FROM OUARZAZATE TO FES
DURATION: 3 DAYS /2 NIGHTS
START: OUARZAZATE
END: FES
TOUR STYLE: PRIVATE
ACCOMMODATIONS: VARIOUS OPTIONS
TOUR PRICE: Depends on group size
OVERVIEW
Wandering beneath the towering red cliffs of the Todra Gorge
A complete day exploring the sand dunes and oases of Erg Chebbi by 4x4
Visiting traditional Sahara nomads in their woven tents to experience their lifestyle
Experiencing live Gnaoua music and dance performances in Khamlia village
A scenic camel trek across the golden Merzouga dunes
Witnessing magical desert sunsets and sunrises over the Sahara
Spending two nights in a premium luxury desert camp with private bathrooms
Exploring the vibrant, historic trading souk of Rissani
Visiting a specialized fossilized marble workshop in Erfoud
Taking in panoramic views over the winding Ziz Valley and its palm groves
Spotting and feeding wild Barbary macaques in the cedar forest
Discovering the unique alpine architecture of Ifrane, the "Switzerland of Morocco"
TOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1: OUARZAZATE → TODRA GORGES → MERZOUGA DUNES
Your tour starts with an early morning pick-up from your accommodation or the airport in Ouarzazate. From there, we drive toward the Todra Valley, where the river has carved a colossal canyon out of the mountains, leaving behind massive red rock faces. Enjoy free time to stroll through the gorge and take in the dramatic landscapes before we continue through the palm-filled regions of Touroug and Tinjdad, stopping for lunch along the way.
In the afternoon, you will reach the edge of the Merzouga desert. Here, you will switch to camels to traverse the sandy expanse, pausing on top of a high dune to witness a stunning Sahara sunset. The trek concludes at a premium luxury desert camp. Spend the evening dancing and listening to traditional Berber drum music around the campfire under a brilliant, star-filled sky. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
DAY 2: FULL DAY MERZOUGA DESERT EXPLORATION
Following breakfast, the entire day is dedicated to uncovering the wonders of the Erg Chebbi region, a striking landscape of sand dunes, seasonal wild lakes, fossil beds, remote mines, and lush oases.
We begin with an off-road 4x4 drive to an ancient kohl (eyeliner) mine, then venture to a settlement of desert nomads to learn about their daily routines while sharing a warm cup of traditional Berber tea in their woven tents. Next, we head to the village of Khamlia to experience live Gnaoua music and dance performances, keeping alive a heritage rooted in Sub-Saharan countries like Mali, Sudan, and Niger. After lunch at a local restaurant, you will stroll through a serene palm grove and take a short drive to Merzouga's seasonal wild lake, frequently visited by flamingos.
In the late afternoon, you will return to the dunes by camel, pausing on a high crest for another spectacular sunset before arriving back at the luxury camp. The night features more campfire drumming and stargazing. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
DAY 3: MERZOUGA DUNES → ERFOUD → MIDELT → CEDAR FOREST → IFRANE → FES
Wake up early to catch a breathtaking desert sunrise deep within the dunes. After breakfast at the camp, you will ride camels back to Merzouga to meet your driver. Leaving the dunes behind, our first stop is Rissani, the historical capital of Tafilalet and a major regional trading hub, boasting a sprawling souk that comes alive on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. After wandering the market, we proceed to Erfoud to tour a specialized workshop showcasing fossilized marble.
The route then traces the Ziz River, stopping for a panoramic view over the immense Ziz Valley oasis, followed by lunch in the town of Midelt. Continuing north into the Middle Atlas Mountains, we pass through the dense cedar forests where wild Barbary Macaques live; you'll have a chance to walk through the woods and feed them. Next, we stop in Ifrane, celebrated for its crisp climate, winter snows, and European alpine-style architecture—reasons why it is often called the "Switzerland of Morocco." The tour concludes with a drop-off at your Fes accommodation or the airport.
(Note: If you prefer to travel back to Marrakech instead of Fes, we can alternatively arrange our 3-Day Ouarzazate to Marrakech itinerary).
INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR
NOT INCLUDED
Private transportation for 3 days in an air-conditioned 4x4 SUV or minivan, including fuel
Professional English-speaking private driver/guide
Pick-up from your riad, hotel, or airport in Ouarzazate
2 nights at a luxury desert camp featuring private en-suite bathrooms
Camel trek (one camel per person) or a 4x4 transfer alternative at no extra cost
Full-day desert excursion in a 4x4 vehicle
Sandboards available at the camp
All dinners and breakfasts provided at the camp
Drop-off at your chosen accommodation or airport in Fes
Midday lunches
Beverages and drinks
Monument and studio entrance fees
Tips and gratuities (optional)
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MAP ITIENRARY
Please fill out the form below to contact us, and we will respond as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you plan your journey.Email: caravanandchronicle@gmail.com Phone: +212 (0) 524 123 456
