From Fes to Marrakech through the Sahara: the Middle Atlas and Ifrane, the Ziz valley, a camel trek to our camp in Merzouga, Gnawa music in Khamlia, the Todra and Dades gorges and Aït Ben Haddou.
About this tour
Duration: 3 days2 nights · 1 in our desert camp
Start: FesEnd: Marrakech
Private tourYour own driver-guide
English / SpanishDriver-guide
Highlights
- Ifrane, the “little Switzerland” of Morocco, and the cedar forests
- Camel trek and a night in our camp
- Gnawa music in the village of Khamlia
- Todra gorge and the “Monkey Fingers” of the Dades valley
- Aït Ben Haddou and the Tizi n’Tichka pass
Itinerary day by day
- D1
Fes – Ifrane – Ziz valley – Merzouga
We leave Fes through the Middle Atlas and Ifrane, then the cedar forests where you may see Barbary monkeys. After lunch we cross the Ziz valley and its date palms, reaching Merzouga in the evening for a camel trek to our camp.
☾ Night at Camel Trips Luxury Camp - D2
Merzouga – Khamlia – Todra gorge – Dades valley
Sunrise over the dunes and camel ride back. After breakfast, the village of Khamlia and its Gnawa music, then the Todra gorge and the Dades valley, known for its “Monkey Fingers” rock formations.
☾ Night in a hotel in the Dades valley - D3
Dades – Aït Ben Haddou – Tizi n’Tichka – Marrakech
We visit the kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, UNESCO World Heritage site and famous film location, then cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Arrival in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
Includes
- Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver-guide (English / Spanish)
- Pick-up and drop-off at your riad or hotel
- Camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Night in a private tent at Camel Trips Luxury Camp
- Breakfasts and dinners
- Gnawa music in Khamlia
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Tips for the driver and guides
- Optional activities (quad, buggy, sandboarding…)
- Travel insurance
Your night in the desert
Customer reviews
Real reviews from guests who stayed with us.
An amazing desert experience not to be forgotten. Such a luxury experience in the middle of the Sahara: great tents, great service, great food and the view. The sunset camel ride was amazing and the sunrise from the camp was great.
✓ Guest of Camel Trips Luxury CampFour of us stayed in the camp for 2 days. We felt very welcome and safe since the moment we arrived, and our hosts were extremely attentive. We rode camels, tried sandboarding, listened to (and tried to play) Berber music, watched sunrise, sunset and the stars. Very recommended!
✓ Guest of Camel Trips Luxury CampThe staff was so entertaining! We enjoyed riding the camel and experienced the dunes fully, thanks to our guide! We want to go back with our kids and stay longer soon! They made our night fun and memorable!
✓ Guest of Camel Trips Luxury CampFrequently asked questions
Are the tours private?
Yes. Every tour is private: only you and your group, with your own driver-guide. We can adapt the route and the dates to you.
Where do you pick us up?
At your riad or hotel in the start city. If your riad is inside the medina, we meet you at the nearest place a car can reach.
Which night is in your camp?
The desert night is always at Camel Trips Luxury Camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, in a private tent with bathroom.
Can we add a night or an activity?
Yes – an extra night in the desert, quad, buggy, sandboarding or a 4x4 tour. Ask us on WhatsApp.
How do we book?
Send us your dates and the number of travellers on WhatsApp. We reply with the price and the details, usually the same day.
