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, starting from Merzouga.

Description

Day 1

Begin your journey by riding a camel into the endless sand dunes from Merzouga. The one-hour trek allows for photography of the sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Upon reaching the desert camp, enjoy Moroccan mint tea and explore the nearby dunes before dinner. After a fulfilling Moroccan dinner, you will experience traditional Berber drum music.

Day 2

Wake up at dawn to witness the sunrise over the sand mounds, followed by a healthy breakfast and a shower before returning to Merzouga on your camel.

Duration

This tour includes one night’s accommodation, with total duration varying 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

Select between the following desert camps when booking:
Standard camp: Features basic accommodations.Luxury camp: Includes a private bathroom; air-conditioning available for an additional charge of 30EUR per person.