About this experience
Explore Morocco's Sahara in a 3-day tour from Marrakech to Fes. Enjoy camel rides, stunning sunsets and luxury camping under the stars.
Highlights
- Experience the warm hospitality of local Berber communities
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site at Ait Benhaddou
- Take in the atmosphere of a traditional desert camp under a starlit sky
- Discover the mesmerizing beauty of the Sahara Desert on a camel trek
- Traverse the stunning landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains
What's included
- Hotel or riad pickup and drop-off (or nearby meeting point if not accessible)
- Van with air-conditioning and onboard Wi-Fi
- Fuel, tolls, and all transportation-related expenses
- Experienced local driver-guide throughout the journey
- Luggage service during the tour
- 1-night accommodation in a comfortable hotel or riad (private room & bathroom)
- 1-night stay in a Sahara desert camp (standard or luxury, depending on option selected)
- Berber drumming and music experience at the desert camp
- Breakfasts (vegetarian, vegan & gluten-free options available)
- Dinners (vegetarian, vegan & gluten-free options available)
- Sunset and sunrise camel rides in the Sahara Desert
- Free 4×4 transfer to the desert camp instead of camel ride (on request)
- Sandboarding experience on the Sahara dunes
- Guided walk in Todra Gorge
- Visit to Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO site)
- Scenic stops in Erfoud, Ziz Valley, cedar forest (monkeys), and Ifrane
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Go on a captivating 3-day journey through diverse landscapes as you travel from Marrakech to Fez. Explore the High Atlas Mountains, Sahara Desert, and vibrant cities along the way.
On your first day, depart from Marrakech on a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains. Ascend Tizi n'Tichka, the highest mountain pass in Morocco, where you'll be treated to panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and peaks.
Stop in Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its impressive kasbahs and as a backdrop for numerous renowned films. Continuing our journey, traverse the Valley of the Roses, known for its fragrant blooms.
Reach the stunning city of Tinghir, where you'll spend the night in a local hotel.
On the second day, venture into the vast Sahara desert. Drive through the captivating Todra Gorge, with its towering cliffs and flowing river, before arriving at the edge of the desert.
Enjoy a camel ride, trekking through the golden sand dunes and experiencing the magical tranquility of the Sahara. As night falls, you'll reach a traditional desert camp, where you'll sit down to dinner under a starlit sky.
Your final day will take you to Erfoud, a city famous for its unique fossils. Afterward, you'll pass through cedar forests, home to the mischievous Barbary macaque monkeys, and traverse the picturesque Middle Atlas Mountains.
Finish your tour upon reaching Fes, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel.
Things to note
- Sunscreen
- Sun hat
- Jacket
- Camera
- Flip-flops
- Scarf
- Comfortable clothes
- Cash
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
Terms & conditions
The tour starts at 7:00 AM on Day 1 and ends around 8:00 PM on Day 3.
You’ll receive your pickup details (time & location) the day before by 5:00 PM via WhatsApp and email.
Please note: 5:00 PM is when you receive your pickup info, not when the tour starts.
Last-minute bookings (after 5:00 PM) will be handled quickly — keep your phone and WhatsApp reachable.
Pickup is from your hotel/riad if accessible by car, or a nearby meeting point within 5 minutes’ walk.
Drop-off is also included, with the same rules as pickup.
Accommodation is in private tents (standard with shared bathrooms, luxury with private bathrooms).
Camel rides, sandboarding, and meals are included.
Optional activities:
4x4 transfer to camp (free of charge) Instead of Camel ride
Quad biking (€40 per person, 1 hour, min. 2 people)
Buggy adventure (price on request; available at desert camp)
Weather: Hot in summer, cold nights in winter — pack accordingly.