Marrakech-to-Fes: 3 Days Tour via Merzouga Desert & Camel Trek
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Embark on a thrilling 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, traversing the mesmerizing Merzouga Desert. Experience a camel trek, visit Kasbah Ben Haddou, explore Ouarzazate, marvel at the Toudra Gorges, and spend a night in a Berber desert camp. Don’t miss the chance to see monkeys in Ifrane’s cedar wood forest before reaching the legendary city of Fes.

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Marrakech - Ait Ben Haddou - Tinghir

Tinghir - Begin the journey by picking up from your accommodation or the nearest location for transport from your riad in Marrakech at 7:00 am. The trip will take you from Marrakech to Tinghir, crossing the Tizi-n-Tichka Atlas pass, offering expansive views of the mountains and traditional High Atlas Berber…

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What's Included
  • Accommodation in the desert standard camp in Merzouga
  • Accommodation in a Hotel in Rose Valley
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Professional Driver / guide
  • Camel ride (One camel each)
What's Not Included
  • Lunches and drinks
  • Local Guide in Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Additional Information

Embark on a three-day desert excursion from Marrakech to Fes via the Merzouga dunes, featuring a camel trek. The journey also includes a tour of the Kasbah Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate, an exploration of the Toudra gorges, an overnight stay in a desert camp under a traditional Berber tent. The trip proceeds past Azrou and Ifrane’s vast cedar forest, known for its monkeys, before concluding in the historic city of Fes.

Location
Hôtel Restaurant Café de France
Rue des Banques
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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A6977rdpablor
Feb 13, 2026
10/10. You must do this if you are traveling to Marrakech - If you are going to Marrakech, this experience is 100% recommended. Mohammed guide and Mohammed driver are cracks. The experience is very complete and the value for money is unbeatable. The landscapes are beautiful, the night in the brutal desert, the accommodations very well for the wrecks and considering the place where you are. 10/10.
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Mangesham
Jan 5, 2026
Great experience - The tour was awesome. Aziz and Said came to pick us up promptly at the scheduled time. Later thanks to their patience we were able to continue the tour (snow in the mountains had closed the road). Aziz’s and Said’s patience and prayer saved the entire Morocco trip for us. During the trip, they were very fun and informative. Aziz made sure everyone is well taken care of. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide and driver. Thank you guys.
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Tomokom222
Jan 2, 2026
Team Younes - The meeting point on the first day was instructed and the meeting was smooth. The explanation of the trip on the 3rd was also accurate. It was a very enjoyable trip with a cheerful response, calmly completing the hard mission of being a tour guide, interpreter and driver for a group of more than a dozen people. The participants were from different nationalities, and getting to know each other on the move was also a special experience. It was cold and freezing in the desert in the middle of winter, but I think it's a good experience because this tour was so well-constructed and so many professionals supported it. Thank you 😊
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西村
Jan 2, 2026
The best guides and the best experiences on forehand - The best guide. It was a great experience. I was relieved to have regular breaks. The shower at camp only came out of water, but it's in the desert, so I guess I can't help it. My fellow tour buddies are from different nationalities, and I enjoyed interacting with them, from Spain, the US, Hong Kong and the UK.
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Aaron
Jan 2, 2026
Greatest three days for me in Morocco - This was an enriching experience to have in Morocco, getting to understand more about Morocco, from learning more about the Berber in Morocco to experiencing the Sahara Desert and conveniently getting to Fes from Marrakech. What helped make this a five star rating was our tour guide, Jonas, who was a safe driver, excellent in making sure everyone felt comfortable during the long drives and would make an extra stop to a store to make sure everyone had what they needed, even helping with interpretation. I was not sure what to expect with this trip, but I was very very impressed and felt comfortable throughout the trip. Each stop felt like plenty of time for a three day excursion.
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Scenic38263316224
Jan 2, 2026
YOUNES - Thank you for taking care of me for three days. It was kind and I could enjoy it with peace of mind. I was able to get to the point where I couldn't go without touring, and it was a valuable experience. Thank you very much. I want to use it again next time.
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Haijunl1
Dec 27, 2025
Best desert immersion! - The highlight of the tour is the camel trek through the golden sand dunes near Merzouga, on the edge of the western Sahara. It is arguably one of the best desert immersion experiences in the world, with breathtaking sunsets, star-filled night skies, and overnight stays in Berber camps (opt for a private tent if possible — late November nights can still be very cold). We trekked in Wadi Rum, Jordan, last year, which is renowned for its striking red sands, dramatic sandstone formations, and Bedouin camps. By contrast, the Merzouga dunes offer a deeper sense of immersion in a “pure” sand sea, with vast, uninterrupted dunes in every direction. The camel ride itself was quite manageable even for senior travelers and more comfortable than expected in terms of balance and stability. The journey between Marrakech and Merzouga is long — about a 6–7 hour drive — but well worth the effort. Along the way, you can visit the ancient fortified village (ksar) of Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At Aït Benhaddou, it is best to skip lunch at first and hike to the hilltop viewpoint opposite the village for the most spectacular panoramic views of the earthen architecture. Afterward, descend to meet the guide and explore the village itself. Time at this stop is limited, and the recommended lunch was, at best, average.
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638junruy
Dec 17, 2025
Unforgettable Morocco experience - I would give a 10 star if the app allow, because the experience Abdul (guide) gave was excellent. He is friendly, funny, and caring all along the journey. It was my birthday on the day when I was spending the night in dessert, along with other 2 teammates in the group. he provided the birthday cake as a surprise for us. It is one of the most memorable birthday. He is also professional in resolving the issue. He provided detailed information about each viewing point in the group, which helps me to recall the spot later. Even after I left the group later to Fes, he still send messages in the group for the places good to view in Fes, like a local friend. Besides, Hussain is also a very nice person who showed us the culture of carpet making. He is energetic and passionate on introducing the Berber culture, which is enjoying. For the team, people are from different countries which provides a multicultural experience. All in all, thank you Abdul and everyone who was in the team. Will miss you guys!
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Creynoso
Feb 26, 2026
5 stars for Youness - Our guide Youness was great and he created a fun atmosphere for the group which really enhanced the experience. If the review was just based off him, it would’ve been 5 stars. There were a few things that were disappointing though. The hotel room we stayed in the first night smelled like sewage. The restaurant we were brought to for lunch the first day was overpriced. But what really brought down the rating for us was the camel guide who led us to and from the desert camp had a bad attitude. We never got to experience the sunrise like was promised because he kept the camels facing away from it and refused to take pictures of us on the ride. Could’ve probably overlooked the expensive food and foul smelling room were it not for the camel experience because the rest of the trip was decent.
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Lorenzap341
Jan 3, 2026
Beautiful experience, but how cold! - Very good driver and nice driver. Wonderful desert experience. Large tent with private bathroom (recommended option). Despite it being the middle of winter and there was no heating, we had no major problems. Only note: the next morning we could not see the sunrise as there were not enough camels and we had to wait 30 minutes for others to arrive. Also, we were supposed to spend the first night in a 3-star hotel and instead ended up in a hotel in the middle of nowhere without heating and hot water. Dinner and breakfast outdoors, despite the cold. Bad experience from this point of view. We spent a night in the freezing (New Year) with no possibility of warming up in any way. All in all the experience is beautiful and the guides (especially Ali) are very kind, but the organization is absolutely worth reviewing.
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