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. This tour departs from Merzouga.

Description

Day 1

Begin with a camel ride into the endless sand dunes from Merzouga. Experience traditional Bedouin travel during a one-hour journey, capturing photos of the sunset over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Upon arrival at the desert camp, enjoy Moroccan mint tea and explore the surrounding dunes before dinner, followed by a performance of traditional Berber drum music.

Day 2

Wake at dawn to witness an incredible sunrise. After a healthy breakfast and a refreshing shower, ride your camel back to Merzouga, arriving by morning.

Duration

The tour includes one night's accommodation, with the total duration depending on the 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

Riad Azawad, the meeting point for this activity, offers free car parking.

Desert camps

Choose between the following desert camps when booking:
Standard camp: has basic amenities.Luxury camp: features a private bathroom, with an optional air-conditioning charge of 30EUR per person.