Spend an unforgettable night in an Amazigh desert camp on a 2-day trip to the endless fields of golden dunes near the picturesque village of Merzouga.
2-Day Trip Details
Day 1: Fez – Ifrane – Azrou – Erfoud – Merzouga
Leave the hustle and bustle of Fez behind as you head to the small village of Merzouga in the morning. Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains and its beautiful cedar woods, full of Barbary Apes. This mountain chain extends 350 kilometers from the southeast to the northeast of Morocco.
On your way, you'll admire the city of Ifrane, situated at a height of 5,460 meters above sea level. This town is also known as Morocco’s “Little Switzerland”, for its architecture and because it's one of the most exclusive ski resorts in the country. Azrou, a charming town in the heart of the Atlas, is also on the route.
Cross the Ziz Valley and dramatic gorges and drive past villages like Midelt and Erfoud. From Erfoud, take a dirt road until you arrive at Merzouga.
As the sun sets, hop on a camel and marvel at the endless golden dunes as you're rocked from side to side. Your destination is a traditional desert camp, where you'll enjoy a delicious Moroccan meal and fall asleep under the stars in a comfortable Amazigh tent.
Day 2: Rissani – Ziz Valley – Middle Atlas – Fez
Wake up in the dark and sit on top of a dune to witness a breathtaking sunrise. Afterwards, climb back on a camel and return to the small village of Merzouga, where you'll have breakfast and a refreshing shower (depending on the type of camp, your breakfast and shower might be before the camel ride).
On your way back to Fez, you'll stop at Tafilalt and Rissani. This last city has a fascinating past as it was home to the Alawite dynasty. In the forests of Azrou, you'll stop to admire the wild monkeys that live here.
The tour comes to an end in Fez in the late evening. Please keep in mind that during the return trip, although rare, the driver may occasionally not speak English.
Desert Camps
We offer two different camps, with double, triple or family options. The standard category tents can accommodate up to 4 people and have a private bathroom. The haimas in the superior category can accommodate up to 5 people and also have private bathrooms. The standard and superior camps are completely separate; there are differences in the food and the interior decoration of the haimas.
However, please note that during the high season, such as Easter or Christmas, there may be camps with shared bathrooms in the standard category.
An individual supplement will be applied if a reservation is made for one person. Please also note that air-conditioning in the luxury camps costs an additional 30EUR per haima.
Private Tours
If you prefer to book a private 2-day desert tour, please contact us. Private tours are organized any day of the week.
