4 Days Sahara Desert Tour from Fes

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Cedars Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Errachidia – Dades Gorges

Your 4 days Sahara desert tour from Fes starts early with a pickup from your accommodation or airport. The journey heads south through Imouzzer to Ifrane, a cool mountain town famous for its snowy winters and Alpine-style architecture — Morocco’s “Switzerland.” Next, you visit the cedar forests near Azrou, home to friendly Barbary macaques you can feed while exploring. After a relaxing lunch in Midelt, the drive continues to Errachidia through the scenic Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and alongside the Ziz River’s lush valley. Upon arrival, you proceed to the impressive Dades Gorges via Boumalne Dades, with stops at the unique “monkey fingers” rock formations and a viewpoint overlooking the valley. Dinner and overnight take place in a comfortable local hotel.

Day 2: Dades Gorges – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga Sahara – Overnight in Desert Camp

Following breakfast, the tour continues to Todra Gorges, where the Todra River has carved a breathtaking red cliff canyon perfect for walks and photography. The route then passes through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, offering a taste of oasis life. After a midday break for lunch, you arrive in Merzouga, gateway to the Sahara Desert. Here, you switch to camels and embark on a desert trek, culminating in watching a spectacular sunset from the top of the dunes. Your destination is a luxury desert camp, where you will enjoy traditional Berber drumming, dinner around the fire, and a night under the vast starry sky.

Day 3: Explore Merzouga Region – Nomads – Khamlia – Merzouga Lake – Erg Chebbi – Palm Grove

Rise early to witness a stunning Sahara sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast. You then ride camels back to Merzouga village, where your driver awaits. The day is devoted to exploring the varied landscape surrounding Merzouga — from sand dunes to salt lakes and fossil sites. Visit an ancient eyeliner mine, then meet nomads in their handmade tents for Berber tea and insight into their traditional lifestyle. Next, discover the village of Khamlia, known for its Gnaoua music and vibrant dance performances by inhabitants originally from Mali, Sudan, and Niger. After lunch, stroll through a nearby palm grove before visiting Merzouga’s wild lake, also called Flamingo Lake. The night is spent in a hotel in Merzouga.

Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Ziz Valley – Errachidia – Ifrane – Fes

After breakfast, the tour departs the desert for Rissani, the ancient capital of the Tafilalet region. Its bustling souk is especially lively on market days and offers a glimpse of traditional Moroccan trade. Following a stroll through the market, continue to Erfoud, famous for its fossilized marble workshops, where you can observe artisans at work. The journey back to Fes includes scenic stops along the Ziz River valley for panoramic views. Passing again through the cedar forests and Ifrane, the tour ends with a drop-off at your accommodation or airport in Fes.