Best 3 days sahara desert tour from fes to Merzouga

3 days sahara desert tour from Fes to Merzouga Itinerary:

Day 1: Fes – Merzouga desert:

Your 3 days sahara desert tour from Fes to Merzouga starts from you accommodation in Fes at 8:00 am. Then head towards Merzouga taking in the breathtaking sceneries along the way. We will make a stop in Ifrane, Morocco’s little switzerland, Later on, we drive through Cedar forest the biggest forest in Morocco, home to Barbary Apes. We continue towards Midelt a small town located at the heart of Anti -Atlas Mountains known as ” The Apple Capital”. After lunch, we’ll head to Merzouga desert enjoying the sceneries along the way, Passing through Tizi N Talghemt Pass ( She camel pass). Descending down Ziz Valley. Arriving in Aoufous stop for a break over an outstanding panorama over the city. Following that, we continue our way to Erfoud, known for fossils and Date Festival, we’ll then pass through the grey desert to reach Merzouga where you’ll spend the night. 

Day 2: Merzouga Full day tour:

Wake early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Savor a delicious breakfast before choosing between a scenic camel ride or an exciting 4×4 excursion to Merzouga town. The day unfolds with an adventurous journey to Khamlia, a village famous for its enchanting Gnawa music. Immerse yourself in the hypnotic rhythms and melodies performed by local musicians, whose heritage traces back to the southern regions of Africa. Our exploration continues with an off-road visit to M’Fis, an abandoned village that once thrived due to its Galena mines. Wander through the remnants of this historic settlement, gaining insight into the miners’ arduous work and the significance of Galena, a mineral once used in mascara production. Next, experience the warmth of Berber hospitality as we visit a nomadic family near the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes. Step inside their traditional tents, sip on freshly brewed tea, and learn about their way of life, untouched by modernity. Following lunch, unwind at a charming Riad, where you can relax and take a refreshing dip in the pool. As the afternoon fades, choose between an exhilarating quad biking or buggy ride (optional), offering amazing sunset views over the dunes. Alternatively, take a peaceful walk and marvel at the beauty of nature. The day concludes with a delightful dinner and a restful night in the cozy ambiance of your Riad.

Day 3: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Fes:

After a picturesque sunrise with breakfast at the Riad, you will leave the desert riding the camels to Merzouga to venture into the Atlas Mountains heading a different part of Morocco. We cross the verdant oasis and magnificent Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock, and through the Tizi Ntalghamt Pass to Midelt passing millions of palm trees and fortified villages characterized by fascinating southern architecture. We stop for lunch in the small town of Midelt, a sleepy village flanked by the verdant beauty of the Middle Atlas Mountains, bursting with colorful minerals that mottle the mountainside in a blaze of ruby. Continue through the Middle Atlas mountain range and great forests of cedar trees, terraced farms and mud-brick Berber villages via Ifrane a charming ski resort and Azrou an important handicraft centre specialized in the work of cedar wood. Later afternoon, transfer you to your accommodation where you’ll spend the night.

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