3 Days - New Year’s Eve Desert Tour From Fes to Erg Chebbi
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3 Days - New Year’s Eve Desert Tour
Overview
This New Year’s Eve starting Fes to Erg Chebbi which a city popular for cultural diversity and medieval architecture. The trip will question all the spectacular features of the Middle Atlas Mountains, including marvelous forest and delightful villages. En route, there is the Midelt, which is well known for provision of fossils before proceeding towards the grandeur of Sahara desert. Tour climax is a New Year’s eve party in Erg Chebbi dunes once you get there. A night filled with rhythm of music, yummy dishes and hustle bustle of New Year’s Eve in the mid region of the desert.
Highlights of New Year’s Eve Desert Tour Starting Fes to Erg Chebbi
- Take a ride through the Middle Atlas Mountains that will afford the view of the picturesque scenery and other animals and birds.
- Visit this poular town specialized in fossils and visit markets to know more about the geographical background of the area.
- Visit the spectacular Erg Chebbi which is the largest dune mass in Morocco and is especially renownd for its changing color during sunrise and at sunset.
- Ride camels across the sandy landscapes and so experience the deserts as you enjoy the quiet area around you.
- Spend a night in a Berber tent which will give you a real idea of a nomad way of life and the possibility to get used to life in the desert.
- Spend New Year’s Eve dining on Moroccan foods and music-and-dance performances by Moroccan artists.
- Observe the natural scenery when waking up and going to sleep when you watch the beautiful sunrise and sunsets that are common with the desert.
- See the Todra Gorge, which is a beautiful place with giants cliffs and a lovely river flow.
Inclusive and Exclusive of the tour
What's Included:
- Transportation in a comfortable vehicle from Fes to Erg Chebbi and back.
- Overnight accommodation in a nomadic tent at a desert camp.
- All meals provided, including a special New Year's Eve dinner with traditional Moroccan cuisine.
- A two-hour camel ride during sunset across the dunes.
- Guided tours to attractions like the Middle Atlas Mountains and Todra Gorge.
- A knowledgeable local guide accompanying the group throughout the tour.
- Opportunities to engage with local traditions and customs.
- Chance to witness the sunrise over the dunes.
What's Excluded:
- Personal expenses for shopping, snacks, or beverages not included in meals.
- Travel insurance, which is recommended but not included.
- Tips for guides and service staff, which are optional.
- Additional camel rides or activities not outlined in the itinerary.
- Optional excursions or tours not specified in the package.
- Airport transfers to/from airports unless explicitly arranged in the itinerary.
New Year’s Eve Desert Tour Starting Fes to Erg Chebbi Itinerary
Day 1 : Fes – Midelt – Erfoud – Erg Chebbi (31 December)
Your Fes to Erg Chebbi tour starts early in the morning with breakfast in Fes and then follow the hilly terrain of the Middle Atlas Mountains. All day you will hike trough greenery mixed forests and stunning Berber zone which is very picturesque. A halt at Midelt will afford an opportunity to have lunch unlike what one might have at Merzouga town which lies at the edge of the Sahara desert. It’s when you are in Merzouga that you will begin to have your first views of the monumental dunes as you approach your accommodation in the afternoon. After that, you will ride camels during an exciting ride at sunset to mark the arrival of the New Year’s Eve under clear sky studded with stars.
Day 2 : Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorge (1 January)
The second day of the Fes to Erg Chebbi deser tour will be begin with very early rising that will allow you to capture the sunrise over the dunes, and it something that wiil amaze you. After the breakfast, you will ride your camels back to Merzouga then drive to Erfoud and afterwards to Todra gorge. In Todra, cliffs go up to high heavens thus making the trip a photographers’ delight with great places to take pictures at every turn. Moving on with your journey to the next destination, Dades Gorge, an incredible area with extraordinary shaped rocks will not leave your imagination rain. I am sure by the end of the day you will feel relieved to be in the middle of this gorgeous place called Dades Gorge – with a night accommodation.
Day 3: Dades Gorge – Ouarzazate – Marrakech (2 January)
Following breakfast, you will set off for return to Marrakech by car with a stop to attune yourselves to the great coloured hues of the High Atlas mountains for photography. In between these destinations, you will be able to visit cultural and historical sites throughout Morocco, ensuring that you get a taste of the area’s ethnic and cultural flavor. Whenever you are having a holiday in the most beautiful regional countryside, each and every point will only increase your love for such a beautiful country. Finally, we return back to Marrakech and rest reflecting on the wonderful time you have had travel across the desert and making this New Year so special.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does the tour include?
The Fes to Erg Chebbi tour package comes with transportation in a comfortable car to make your travel through the region’s picturesque sceneries easy. Experiences include one night of tent living in a nomadic style tent at a desert camp.
2. How long is the camel trek?
The camel trek lasts generally between a one and two hours, providing a unique experience, as you will be riding the dromedary through the marvelous sand dunes of Erg Chebbi at the sunset. It is on this trek that you are able to do so much sight seeing and even taking the best photographs of the desert scenery. You will have a guide with you the whole time on the trek who will be able to share information about the area but also make sure everyone is okay. This is a unique chance to explore the indigenous people and their culture- the Berber people as well as to enjoy the tranquillity of the region.
3. If the busines is located in a desert, is the camp provided comfortable?
Indeed, the camp is located in a wonderful territory where you can watch some extra terrific view of kilometers of storm dunes. However, I would say that even if everything is a little country-styled, you can certainly sit back and enjoy the warmth of the house and a delicious dinner, still look at the night sky speckled with stars.
4. What kind of food is served?
The Moroccan food that the guests can expect during the tour mostly consists of tasty Tagines, colorful salads and other Morroccan delights. So, if you have any special dietary needs, kindly inform us early enough, so we can address the issue.
5.What should I do about the weather?
It is necessary to take some measures in order to be ready for a comfortable travel through the desert. As for now, during the day, it is hot, so the dress code should be appropriate for the summer and carry some water with you. Nonetheless, evenings in the desert can be literally frosty, so it is better to pack warm clothes, at least a jacket or a sweater. Other accessories include; sunscreen, Sunglasses and a hat, which will help protect you from the sun during the day.
6.However, is transportation included back to Fes?
Indeed, the cost of transport back to Fes is covered in the price of the tour. Following this the individuals will return to Merzouga to wash and freshen up before proceeding with the tour. To get back, one is improbable to cover the same road is therefore assures of seeing more of the Moroccan vegetation. Your guide will make sure you are as comfortable and happy as possible for the entire return trip and your guide will then drop you off at your accommodation in Fes marking the end of your Fes to Erg Chebbi desert tour.
