
Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 6,751 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek worth booking?
Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek is a 72-hour experience in Marrakech, Morocco, from €100 per person. It scores 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 6,751 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 93 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (6,751)
- Duration
- 72 hours
- From
- €100 per person
This 3-Day Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour via Merzouga is designed to combine comfort, cultural immersion, and breathtaking landscapes in one seamless journey across Morocco. Travel from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains and the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah with a guided visit, and continue through Ouarzazate, the Valley of Roses, and the dramatic Todra Gorges before reaching the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga. Including a traditional hotel in Dades Valley and the option to upgrade to a Deluxe Luxury Desert Camp located inside the dunes. Guests enjoy a sunset camel ride, sandboarding, traditional Berber hospitality, and dinner under the stars in the Sahara Desert. With comfortable air-conditioned transportation, professional multilingual drivers, small group organization, and direct drop-off in Fes, this tour offers a well-balanced mix of adventure, scenic beauty, and cultural discovery between Marrakech and Fes.
What you get
About this experience
This 3-Day Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour via Merzouga is designed to combine comfort, cultural immersion, and breathtaking landscapes in one seamless journey across Morocco. Travel from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains and the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah with a guided visit, and continue through Ouarzazate, the Valley of Roses, and the dramatic Todra Gorges before reaching the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga. Including a traditional hotel in Dades Valley and the option to upgrade to a Deluxe Luxury Desert Camp located inside the dunes. Guests enjoy a sunset camel ride, sandboarding, traditional Berber hospitality, and dinner under the stars in the Sahara Desert. With comfortable air-conditioned transportation, professional multilingual drivers, small group organization, and direct drop-off in Fes, this tour offers a well-balanced mix of adventure, scenic beauty, and cultural discovery between Marrakech and Fes.
What's included
Included
- Camel trek
- Sand-boarding
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
Not included
- Lunch
- Local Guide in Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Marrakech
All travelers in the medina riad near Hôtel Restaurant Café de France, Rue des Banques, Marrakesh, Morocco, can join us there.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
Drop-off is available at Fes Sais Airport.
Ends at
Drop-off is available at your hotel, riad, or Fes Sais Airport. If your riad is located inside the Medina and not accessible by vehicle, the driver will drop you off at the nearest accessible point within walking distance.
Options you can book
Deluxe Camp Tent (Recommended)
Private room and deluxe camp: First night: Hotel in Tinghir. Second night: Deluxe camp tent with private bathroom Camel trekking, Sandboarding: ATV Quad and Buggy are available to rent in the desert dunes with the locals Upgraded Duration: 3 days 2x Diners , 2x Breakfasts Via Merzouga Sahara Desert Conformable Minivan: With enough space for your luggage Pickup included
Premium Desert Tour
Luxury Camp & Luxury Riad: First night at Dades Paradise, Dar Blues, Xaluca Dades Or similar. Second night at Merzouga Luxury Camp or Madu Luxury Camp ATV & Camel Ride & Sandboard: 1 hour ATV quad ride & 1 hour camel ride & Sand boarding Premium Duration: 3 days 2x Diners , 2x Breakfasts Private A/C Vehicle: Private (4x4 TOYOTA Land Cruiser Prado Or Minivan) Pickup included
Standard Desert Camp Tent
Private room and standard camp: First night: Hotel in Tinghir. Second night: Standard camp tent with shared bathroom, Camel trekking, Sandboarding: ATV Quad and Buggy are available to rent in the desert dunes with the locals Basic Duration: 3 days 2x Diners, 2x Breakfasts Via Merzouga Sahara Desert Conformable Minivan: With enough space for your luggage Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Marrakech City Life
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6,752 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
5 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
6,752 verified traveler reviews for Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great trip!
Great experience overall, the guides (and Ibrahim in particular!) are genuinely kind. Good folks all around, highly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Good tour
What a cool tour! My wife and I loved the desert activities (camel and ATV) and the chance to take in the Sahara landscape and the stars. We found the accommodations to be quite acceptable (we did book the upgraded desert camp). The nature stops along the way we're cool, and Aït Benhaddou did not disappoint. Some of the smaller stops were skip-able but we did have to break up the hours in the car somehow. Appreciated the encounters with various Berber guides and artisans. Food was the clear weak point throughout, with plenty of stops at overpriced and lower quality tourist trap restaurants (including buffets, the last of which was rated less than 2 stars and upset my stomach). Each of those tourist trap restaurants had many other tour vans, so seemingly this is a widespread experience despite other higher rated and more locally priced options in the same areas. Still, save for renting your own car, this type of tour may be the only way to get to the desert. I would say it is worth it in spite of the food. Iddir was a great guide and driver. He was very helpful in a unique situation we had early in the trip and was both funny and informative throughout. His charisma and command of countless languages allowed him to expertly handle a multi-national group!
via Tripadvisor
A trip that’s very worthy
Ibrahim is a very good guide! A trip that’s very worthwhile
via Tripadvisor
3 days of driving for a 12hr experience. But yes, it’s worth it.
When booking this tour I did not fully realize just how much driving it was going to be. The entire first day is driving, with stops along the way. The most notable stop is Berber village Ait Baddhou, absolutely worth the journey! Other stops you make feel like a sales pitch opportunity for the locals - which is great if you’re interested in buying. The second day was also driving the entire day. You make it to the desert just before sunset. At this point you are rushed out of your car and you join a swarm of hundreds of other tourists doing the exact same tour. It’s kind of fun because you run into similar travelers throughout the three days because they are all doing the same experience, just in different cars. But it is very hectic. Little instruction is given regarding riding a camel. Be sure to watch a video ahead of time, especially regarding how they stand up! Ask the guide to check that the seat is secure. One girl in this trip fell and knocked out because they did not secure her seat well so she fell out of it when the camel stood up and the metal bar you hold onto knocked the wind out of her. The camel ride is unreal. The experience of a lifetime. You stop halfway to camp to watch the sunset and go sand boarding. In terms of weather, I went on one of the few days of the year where it rained in the desert the night before. Which, was a blessing because the weather was much cooler and the damp sand was perfect because we didn’t have any blowing in our faces. I would still recommend the head scarf though to cover your face simply because the camels smelled so bad at times. The campsite is awesome! I highly recommend the luxury tent if you want to go to bed at a decent hour, the standard tent side has a DJ and younger crowd that stay up pretty late. The night sky in the desert alone makes the entire days of driving so worth it. I decided to ride the ATV on the way back the next morning. You leave at 5am to make sure you catch the sunrise. I would say if you are nervous about riding an ATV or are a beginner, you have to commit! The guides got angry when people drove too slowly and would lose the group, I overheard another girl getting scared because the guide threatened to leave her behind because she was so cautious while driving. I am a beginner and the dunes can certainly be intimidating riding for your first time. Be prepared to hate the 3rd day of all day driving to Fes. There are multiple stops along the way to break up the driving time, but everyone just wanted to get to the next destination honestly. For lunch stops, don’t be afraid to go off and find your own food. The restaurants the guide would send us to were not always the best, the food looked questionable, or it was more expensive than another restaurant down the street. Overall, an awesome experience! If I ever did it again I’d try to find a way to do it privately to avoid all of the hectic driving days and dealing with the hundreds of other tourists around.
via Viator
Amazing Driver
Khaled was a great driver. He was really helpful throughout the trip. I recommend everyone to go with him. Great experience of the Sahara Desert
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 72 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- €100 to €800
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2,363
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by Marrakech City Life, who run 4 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 89.8 and 3 in the 90+ Club.
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Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Marrakech.
How much does Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek cost?
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Prices start at €100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Marrakech usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek take?
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Plan for about 72 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Marrakech is not rushed.
Is Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 93 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 6,751 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Marrakech, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 72-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek?
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Around 2,363 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Marrakech can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Marrakech and add a light layer if any part of the 72-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Marrakech within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Marrakech?
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On Outty we rank every Marrakech experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Marrakech: 1 Day Tour-Best of Atlas Mountains and Three Valleys, 3 Days Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech with Luxury Camp, Marrakech: Atlas Mountains, Ourika Valley, Waterfall + Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Marrakech?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Marrakech?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek?
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Included: Camel trek; Sand-boarding; Dinner; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Breakfast. Not included: Lunch; and Local Guide in Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 1301 listed pickup locations in and around Marrakech. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek offered in?
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It is offered in Arabic, German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek?
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Across 6,751 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, value for money, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Best Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour with Camp & Camel Trek?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Deluxe Camp Tent (Recommended), Premium Desert Tour, Standard Desert Camp Tent. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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