Marrakech to Fes via the Sahara - Tour Itinerary
Erg Chebbi is a dune field of about 22 Km from north to south and about 5 Km from east to west at the widest point. The highest dune, 884 m, is in the north. Among the dunes there are several oasis and you can easily get water just by digging a little. The trip to the oasis starts with a long route by road which is an experience itself geographically speaking, and also because of the numerous stops to cool down and get in contact with the people.
Itinerary: 3 day 2 Night Trip
Day 1: Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Rose Valley – Dades Gorges.
Departure from the airport, driving over the High Atlas Mountains through Tizi N’Tichka (2260 m a.s.l.). On the way visit of the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and then on to Ouarzazate. We then carry on via the road of Thousand Kasbahs through Skoura where we will stop to see a beautiful Kasbah named Amredhyle. We continue to Kelaat M’gouna, the capital of the roses. In the evening we will arrive to Dades Gorges. Overnight stay at hotel/kasbah at Dades gorges. 7hours drive
Day 2: Dades Gorges – Todra Gorges – Merzouga.
After breakfast, we will continue on the road through Dades Valley, set off towards Todra Gorges, have lunch at a nice spot and then drive on to Merzouga across Jorf palm grove and the town of Erfoud where we will visit the workshop production of marble fossils.
Arrival at the impressive dunes of Merzouga late in the afternoon, camel ride, crossing the sea of dunes in order to spend the night in the heart of the dunes. Dinner and overnight stay under a nomadic tent. 6hours drive
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Ziz valley – Midelt – Fes.
Early morning wake up for camel riding and outstanding sunrise. Arriving to the hotel for refreshing and breakfast. On the way to Fes you’ll cross the town of Rissani and Tafilalet; the center of allaouit dynasties, the valley of Ziz and Ziz gorges.
After lunch in a local restaurant in middle Atlas mountains continue the road through the cedar forests. Cedar was already used from the Phoenician times and Roman time for woodcraft, essences and Building even ancient Marine boats. Then pass through Azrou; typical Zayan Middle Atlas Berber village and Ifran. 9hours drive
Departure from the airport, driving over the High Atlas Mountains through Tizi N’Tichka (2260 m a.s.l.). On the way visit of the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and then on to Ouarzazate. We then carry on via the road of Thousand Kasbahs through Skoura where we will stop to see a beautiful Kasbah named Amredhyle. We continue to Kelaat M’gouna, the capital of the roses. In the evening we will arrive to Dades Gorges. Overnight stay at hotel/kasbah at Dades gorges. 7hours drive
Day 2: Dades Gorges – Todra Gorges – Merzouga.
After breakfast, we will continue on the road through Dades Valley, set off towards Todra Gorges, have lunch at a nice spot and then drive on to Merzouga across Jorf palm grove and the town of Erfoud where we will visit the workshop production of marble fossils.
Arrival at the impressive dunes of Merzouga late in the afternoon, camel ride, crossing the sea of dunes in order to spend the night in the heart of the dunes. Dinner and overnight stay under a nomadic tent. 6hours drive
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Ziz valley – Midelt – Fes.
Early morning wake up for camel riding and outstanding sunrise. Arriving to the hotel for refreshing and breakfast. On the way to Fes you’ll cross the town of Rissani and Tafilalet; the center of allaouit dynasties, the valley of Ziz and Ziz gorges.
After lunch in a local restaurant in middle Atlas mountains continue the road through the cedar forests. Cedar was already used from the Phoenician times and Roman time for woodcraft, essences and Building even ancient Marine boats. Then pass through Azrou; typical Zayan Middle Atlas Berber village and Ifran. 9hours drive
Trek & Tour Prices
- Group 1 person : 580€
- Group 2 - 3 people : 410€/person
- Group 4 - 7 people :330€/person
- Group 8 - 12 people : 290€/person
pRICES INCLUDE & pRICES DOES NOT Included in the Prices
Include :
- 4x4 / mini-bus with English speaking driver
- 1 night in a hotel at Dades gorges With dinner & breakfast
- 1 overnight camping on the Dunes with dinner & breakfast
- Camel ride on the dunes.
- Travel insurance.
- Soft/alcoholic drinks
- Tips and personal expanses
- Lunches
- Entrance fee (Monuments visits)
Availability & dates
This trek runs all year-round and can depart at any date of your preference.
We usually have several treks departing each week that you may join if you wish , please get in Touch!!
This trek is available to be booked independently (including transfers from Marrakech) or we can put together a full itinerary and quote to combine your trek with any of Marrakech, Essaouira, The Atlantic Coast and Sahara Desert
We usually have several treks departing each week that you may join if you wish , please get in Touch!!
This trek is available to be booked independently (including transfers from Marrakech) or we can put together a full itinerary and quote to combine your trek with any of Marrakech, Essaouira, The Atlantic Coast and Sahara Desert
Accommodation
1st night in a hotel/kasbah at Dades gorges.
2nd night in a nomadic tent.
NB:our Guesthouse Dar Adrar in Imlil or in our Eco-loge in Ouirgane
2nd night in a nomadic tent.
NB:our Guesthouse Dar Adrar in Imlil or in our Eco-loge in Ouirgane
Accommodation Pictures.
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Twin Bed Tent
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Essential Equipment / Kit hire
- Good trainers for valley treks
- Personnel First aid Kit
- Lightweight waterproof over-trousers / rain-pants
- Lightweight daypack
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Torch and batteries
- Towel & all personal toiletries
Start Point ? Finish Point?
- You will be picked up from your accommodation in Marrakech city, many riads does not have access by car so the driver will park nearby and come to get you.
- You will be droped off at the nearest point to your riad/hotel , our driver can call your riad to meet you if needed.
How do you book & pay?
Find the trek you are interested in then contact us via E-mail to discuss your trek and check availability. Once the details of your trek (duration, route and number of people) have been agreed, we will make a provisional booking, giving the dates and cost.
To confirm your booking we ask you to pay a 20% deposit. This can be in Euros, pounds sterling or US dollars online via bank account. The balance is paid in Morocco by cash – again in Euros, sterling or dollars – at the beginning of the trek.
NB: if you can't carry cash, you can always pay again the balance online by bank few days before departure.
To confirm your booking we ask you to pay a 20% deposit. This can be in Euros, pounds sterling or US dollars online via bank account. The balance is paid in Morocco by cash – again in Euros, sterling or dollars – at the beginning of the trek.
NB: if you can't carry cash, you can always pay again the balance online by bank few days before departure.
What is appropriate to wear in Morocco’s smaller villages and in the Sahara Desert?
Morocco is a conservative and religious country, which means you always need to be mindful of your clothing choices. This is especially true in the country’s more rural areas, which include the Sahara Desert and its surrounding villages. As a general rule of thumb, you should always attempt to cover body parts considered “private”. For women, this means covering the arms (or at least the shoulders) and the knees up. For men, it requires covering up the shoulders and above the knee.
food on the tOUR
The food is fresh and healthy. Example meals:
Absolutely. Just let us know about your catering preferences when you confirm your booking to ensure any dietary requirements are met.
Please remind as well your guide and cook on first day of the trek.
- Breakfast: Jam, bread, cookies, fruit, juice, butter, coffee, milk
- Dinner: Soup, classic Morooccan tajine, couscous, olives, nuts, fruit
Absolutely. Just let us know about your catering preferences when you confirm your booking to ensure any dietary requirements are met.
Please remind as well your guide and cook on first day of the trek.
What's about the luggage during the tOUR ?
Personal baggage will be all the time with you on the car during the whole tour. During the overnight camel trek, you can pack what you will need and leave the rest on the car.
Extend your stay in Morocco’s Sahara Desert, Atlantic Coast or cities
All of our Mountain treks ca be combined with some other tours either to the sahara desert, Imperial cities or to the Atlantic coast, below are some options :
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Every little thing was taken care of. My partner and I are very impressed with the amazing guides who got the balance between explanation and privacy right and their kind hearts. We will never forget this trip. I sincerely booking via this company. I was a bit worried paying the deposit via PayPal because I thought: what if it’s not as good as every review on trip advisor says it is? But honestly, don’t doubt. Most amazing company and guides.
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Aztat Treks made our trekking a great experience! Two friends from the Netherlands, accompanied by a friendly guide and skillful chef (and not to forget a strong mule) discovered the beauty of the Atlas Mountains during a 7 day-trekking. Overall we are happy with the arrangements by Aztat Treks.The company is flexible, reliable, customer-oriented and everything else that is needed to make your stay in Morocco a big success!
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