Overview
The experience
The iconic Sahara experience with time to truly enjoy it. Three days from Fez to the great dunes of Erg Chebbi: mountain scenery on the way down, a full day around Merzouga — nomad families, black-desert landscapes, Khamlia's Gnawa music — and the unforgettable night in a desert camp.
- Full day exploring around Merzouga
- Khamlia village & Gnawa music
- Visit to nomad families
- Camel trek, camp dinner & drums
- Sunrise over Erg Chebbi
Travel plan
Full itinerary, hour by hour
Day 1
Fez → Midelt → Merzouga
Cedar forest, Ziz Valley and first sight of the dunes; night in a local riad or camp.
Day 2 · AM
Around Merzouga
4x4 or vehicle circuit: black desert, seasonal lake, nomad tent visit.
Day 2 · Midi
Khamlia village
Gnawa music session with tea — a living Saharan tradition.
Day 2 · 17:30
Camel trek & camp
Ride into Erg Chebbi at sunset; dinner, fire and drums at camp.
Day 3 · 06:00
Sunrise & breakfast
The dunes at first light, then the journey home.
Day 3 · 19:00
Arrival in Fez
Drop-off at your riad.
Details
Inclusions & exclusions
✓ Included
- Private A/C vehicle & driver
- 2 nights (hotel/riad + desert camp)
- Dinners & breakfasts
- Sunset & sunrise camel trek
- Hotel pickup in Fez
✕ Not included
- Lunches and extra drinks
- Quad / sandboarding (optional)
- Tips / gratuities
- Personal expenses
Gallery
A glimpse of the day
What you will see
Along the way
Around Merzouga
- Erg Chebbi's highest dunes
- Khamlia & Gnawa musicians
- Nomad families of the hamada
- Seasonal Lake Dayet Srji (flamingos in season)
On the road
- Ziz Valley panoramas
- Middle Atlas cedars & macaques