Fes is the closest imperial city to the Sahara, which makes it a perfect starting point for a desert trip. Our private Sahara desert tours from Fes cross the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas, home of the Barbary macaques, and follow the palm groves of the Ziz Valley down to the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga.
Join the 2-day desert tour from Fes and back for a quick camel trek and camp night, or continue to Marrakech on the luxury 3-day tour, the 4-day tour with a full day in the desert or the 5-day private desert tour via the Todra Gorge, the Dades Valley and Ait Ben Haddou.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Sahara from Fes?
Merzouga is about 470 km from Fes, roughly 7 to 8 hours of driving with stops in Ifrane, the cedar forest and the Ziz Valley. That is why a desert tour from Fes can be done in 2 days.
Can I start in Fes and finish in Marrakech?
Yes. Our 3, 4 and 5-day tours start in Fes, spend a night in the Merzouga desert and finish in Marrakech, passing the Todra Gorge, the Dades Valley and Ait Ben Haddou on the way.
What is included in a desert tour from Fes?
Private transport with an English-speaking driver, hotel or riad nights, the desert camp with dinner and breakfast, and a camel trek to the camp. Entrance fees and lunches are usually extra and are listed on each tour page.
