Overnight Desert Camel Trek

One of the most popular activities in Morocco is to explore the Sahara Desert on a camel and spend a night in a Berber tent under the stars, particularly from Merzouga!

Description

Day 1

Begin your experience by riding a camel into the endless sand dunes from Merzouga. During the one-hour trek, you can capture stunning photos of the sun setting over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Upon arrival at the desert camp, you will be welcomed with Moroccan mint tea and have an opportunity to explore the dunes before enjoying a Moroccan dinner accompanied by traditional Berber music.

Day 2

After a night under the starry sky, wake up early to experience a breathtaking sunrise over the sand mounds. Enjoy a healthy breakfast, take a refreshing shower, and then ride your camel back to Merzouga, arriving in the morning.

Duration

The tour duration varies by season:
October 1st to April 15th: Departure at 4:30 pm, duration 17 hours.April 15th to June 30th: Departure at 6 pm, duration 15 hours.July 1st to September 30th: Departure at 6:45 pm, duration 14 hours.

Parking

Free car parking is available at Riad Azawad, the meeting point for this activity.

Desert camps

You can choose between the following desert camps during booking. The luxury camp option includes a private bathroom, and air-conditioning is available for an extra charge of 30EUR per person:
Standard campLuxury camp