- Free cancellationFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Duration 2 daysCheck availability to see starting times
- Live tour guideEN, FR, ES
- Pickup includedPickup available, or meet at the start point — We will email you with…
- Small groupGroup size
- Starts in FesFes → Ifrane → Azrou Cedar Forest → Ziz Valley → Errachidia…
The 2 day fes to marrakech desert tour is a shared small-group drive from Fes to Marrakech via the Middle Atlas, Ziz Valley and Erg Chebbi dunes, with a sunset camel ride and overnight desert camp. It suits travellers short on time who want the Sahara experience without organising their own transport, but the long driving days (about 7–9 hours each) mean limited time for anything beyond the road and the dunes.
Highlights
- Cross the Middle Atlas and Ziz Valley to reach the Sahara
- Sunset camel ride across Erg Chebbi dunes to a traditional desert camp
- Overnight in a Berber-style camp with dinner and breakfast included
- Return via Todra Gorge, Valley of the Roses and Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260 m)
- Shared tour capped at 18 travellers with pickup in Fes and drop-off in Marrakech
- Operates in English, French and Spanish with 24-hour free cancellation
About this tour
You leave Fes early, crossing the cedar forests near Azrou where Barbary macaques are often visible, then follow the Ziz Valley palm corridor south to Merzouga. A camel trek takes you into Erg Chebbi for sunset, followed by dinner and a night in a traditional camp. Day two starts with an optional sunrise ride back, then a full day’s drive west through Tinghir, the Valley of the Roses and Ouarzazate before climbing the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260 m) into Marrakech by evening.
The pace is brisk: roughly 470 km on day one and 560 km on day two, so expect long stretches in the vehicle with only brief stops. The standout moments are the dune scenery at golden hour and the camp night under dark skies. The trade-off is clear — you cover huge distance in 48 hours, leaving little room for hiking, extended village visits or flexibility if weather closes the High Atlas pass.
Itinerary
Day 1: Fes to Erg Chebbi Desert Camp
Approx. 470 km, 7–9 hours driving; overnight in Erg Chebbi camp
Depart Fes with a quick stop in Ifrane, then a roadside pause at Azrou Cedar Forest for macaques. Continue through the Middle Atlas into the Ziz Valley oasis corridor past Errachidia and Erfoud. Arrive in Merzouga late afternoon for a camel ride into Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset. Spend the night in a traditional desert camp with dinner included; sandboards are available at the camp.
Day 2: Erg Chebbi to Marrakech via Todra Gorge and High Atlas
Approx. 560 km, 8–9 hours driving; drop-off in Marrakech
Optional early camel ride back for sunrise over the dunes, then breakfast. Drive west through Tinghir and the Valley of the Roses, with a possible stop in Ouarzazate. Cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260 m) for panoramic mountain views. Evening drop-off at centrally located Marrakech accommodation; Medina stays receive a walking-distance drop point.
For reference — the operator may change the order of stops.
Includes
- Dinner
- Sandboards available in the camp to use at your leisure
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast
- Camel ride in the dunes of Erg Chebbi
- Lunches
- Drinks and beverages (including water)
- Tips and Gratuities for your driver/guides
Not suitable for
- Travelers with spinal injuries
- Pregnant travelers
- Travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants (required to sit on an adult’s lap)
Meeting point
Pickup: Pickup available, or meet at the start point — We will email you with pickup instructions in the days leading up to your departure. You will also receive a WhatsApp message on the number you've provided the evening before your departure with final instructions.
Meeting point: This is the easiest and most well known meeting point in Fes. For a seamless pickup please choose this point
Ends at: Marrakech
Important information
Know before you go
- Public transportation options available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Pickup instructions sent by email days before departure; WhatsApp message with final details the evening before
- Drop-off at centrally located Marrakech accommodation; Medina stays receive a nearby walking-distance drop point
- Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before departure
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What you pay extra for on this tour
The tour price covers transport, the erg chebbi camel ride, one night in a desert camp with dinner and breakfast, and sandboards at the camp. Lunches, all drinks (including water), and tips for the driver/guide are not included.
- Lunches on both days
- Drinks and beverages, including water
- Tips and gratuities for your driver/guides
The single supplement or solo traveller policy is not specified in the listing; check the booking page for current details before you commit.
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Frequently asked questions
01How far is the desert from Marrakech on this route?
The Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga are about 560 km from Marrakech by road. This tour approaches from Fes (about 460 km to Merzouga), so you cross the Sahara and return via a different route through the High Atlas.
02Can you do a Fes to Marrakech desert tour in 2 days?
Yes, this shared tour runs over 2 days and 1 night. Day 1 is roughly 7–8 hours driving Fes to Merzouga with stops. Day 2 is 7–8 hours from Merzouga to Marrakech via Todra Gorge and the Tizi n’Tichka pass.
03What is the camel ride like in Erg Chebbi?
A sunset camel trek of about 45–60 minutes each way into the dunes to reach the camp. An optional sunrise ride back is offered on Day 2. Camels are led by local handlers; riders sit on padded saddles.
04What are the toilets and showers like at the desert camp?
The trip details don’t specify camp facilities. Most traditional Erg Chebbi camps have shared toilet blocks (often squat toilets) and limited or no hot water. Check the current listing or ask the operator before booking.
05Is there a single supplement for solo travellers?
The trip facts don’t mention a single supplement or solo policy. Shared tours often pair solo travellers in twin tents or charge a supplement. Contact the operator via the booking page to confirm.
06What should I wear for the camel ride and desert night?
Long trousers or leggings to protect against saddle chafing, closed shoes, a windproof layer for sunset, and warm clothes for the night — desert temperatures drop sharply. A headscarf or hat helps with sun and sand.
07Where does the tour drop you in Marrakech?
Drop-off is at centrally located accommodation. If you’re staying in the Medina where vehicles can’t access, the driver will leave you at a nearby walking-distance point — typically a main gate like Bab Doukkala or Place Jemaa el-Fna.
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