2-Day Trip to Merzouga and Marrakesh from Fes with Camel Ride

About the Activity

What to Expect

Embark on a captivating two-day journey from Fez to the heart of the Sahara, where you will experience the magic of camel trekking through golden dunes and discover the vibrant allure of Marrakech. Your adventure begins in Fez, and soon you will find yourself in Ifrane, a unique winter resort built by the French in the 1930s, designed to resemble a Swiss village. Next, you will visit Azrou to wander through the expansive cedar forest, where playful Barbary monkeys can be seen. The journey continues to Midelt for a lunch stop in this town, renowned for its fascinating fossils and rock formations.

In the afternoon, you will drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, enjoying panoramic views including a vast palm oasis, before arriving in Merzouga. Here, you will embark on a camel trek across the dunes of Erg Chebbi as the sun sets, creating an unforgettable experience. Spend the night in a traditional Berber tent, enjoying dinner under the stars. The next morning begins with an early walk over the sand dunes to watch the sunrise, followed by a hearty breakfast. Your journey continues toward Marrakech, with stops in the High Atlas Mountains for panoramic views and at the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, the highest major mountain pass in North Africa. You will arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon, completing your extraordinary adventure.

Highlights

• Experience the magic of camel trekking through golden dunes

• Visit Ifrane, a unique winter resort designed to resemble a Swiss village

• Wander through the expansive cedar forest in Azrou

• Enjoy panoramic views in the High Atlas Mountains and at the Tizi n'Tichka Pass

Itinerary

• Departure from the Blue Gate also known as Bab Boujloud

• Ifrane

• Azrou

• Midelt

• Rissani

• Merzouga, staying a night in a luxurious camp

• High Atlas Mountains

• Arrival in Marrakesh

How to Get There

• Meeting place: at the Blue Gate also known as Bab Boujloud

• Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure

• If you come by car, you will find paid car parks nearby.

Characteristics of the vehicle

• Type of vehicle: 4x4 vehicle or Minibus

• Number of passengers: 8 to 14

• Number of vehicles available: 20

Included Services

• Pick up (from the Blue Gate also known as Bab Boujloud)

• Camel ride

• Certified guide

• Dinner (vegetarian and vegan option available on request)

• Breakfast (vegetarian and vegan option available on request)

• Night in a luxurious camp in a private tent

• Transport in an air-conditioned van (up to 14 seats)

Not Included

• Drinks

• Lunch

• Entry ticket to some Monuments

Bring along

• Comfortable and closed shoes

• Cash for food and drinks

• Essentials for spending 1 night away from home

Good to know

• Suitable for children of all ages, pregnant women and the elderly

• Accessible to wheelchairs

• You are allowed to bring your own drinks and snacks

• Infant seats available

• This tour is accessible to wheelchairs, but we recommend having an additional person with you to assist with getting in and out of the vehicle