3 Days
Group Tour
Up to 1 day
English, Multilingual
Are you looking for a full desert tour in Merzouga that includes a camel ride, a desert camp, sandboarding, a 4×4 tour, and an ATV/Quad adventure? This experience has it all!
Your journey starts in the village of Merzouga, where you can safely park your car before beginning a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes. The ride takes about one hour, with stops for photos and to enjoy the amazing sunset. At camp, you will be welcomed with mint tea, try sandboarding, and relax before a traditional Moroccan dinner. The night continues with Berber music by the fire and stargazing before you sleep in a comfortable desert tent.
The next day begins with a beautiful sunrise and breakfast. Then, a 4×4 tour takes you to Khamlia village to enjoy Gnawa music, followed by a visit to the M’ifis mines, known for fossils and stunning desert views. You’ll also visit a nomad family, share tea, and learn about their lifestyle. In the afternoon, enjoy an exciting quad bike ride across the tallest dunes at sunset before returning to camp for dinner and another starry night.
On the last morning, watch the sunrise again, enjoy breakfast, and return to Merzouga by 4×4.
| Desert Camps | Prices Per Person |
| Standard Camp | 180 Euros |
| Luxury Camp | 250 Euros |
The meeting point will be at our office in Merzouga around late afternoon. At the meeting point, you can leave your car in a safe parking area and prepare a small bag with the things you need for the night in the desert.
About two hours before sunset, you will begin your camel trek into the dunes of Erg Chebbi. The ride takes about 1 hour. On the way, you can stop to take photos, enjoy the quiet desert. The sunset here is one of the most beautiful in Morocco, with the colors of the dunes changing as the sun goes down.
When you arrive at the desert camp, you will be welcomed with a glass of mint tea and try sandboarding if you like. You will have time to relax before dinner. A tasty Moroccan meal will be served, and later you can enjoy traditional Berber music and drumming around the campfire. The night is perfect for stargazing before sleeping in a cozy Berber tent.
Accommodation:
Standard Camp: Mouhou Standard Camp or similar
Luxury Camp: Mouhou Luxury Camp or similar
Today you will wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes — a magical and peaceful moment in the Sahara. After breakfast at the camp, we will begin our 4x4 journey to discover the desert and its hidden treasures.
Our first stop will be Khamlia, a small village known for its Gnawa people. They are descendants of Africans who came to Morocco more than a hundred years ago. The Gnawa have kept their culture alive through music and dance. In the village, you will visit a local association where they perform their traditional Gnawa music — a spiritual and energetic rhythm that reflects their history and heritage.
Mines & Fossils
We will then continue to the M’ifis mines. Apart from being a tourist destination, the Merzouga desert is famous for its fossils and minerals. The mines are set on a high plateau that offers an incredible panoramic view of the Erg Chebbi dunes. These open mines are still active, and Berber workers face the daily challenge of working in pits more than 35 meters deep. Along the way, you may also come across fossil stones, for which this region is well known for.
Nomad Berber Families
During the tour, we will also visit a nomadic Berber family who still live in traditional tents in the middle of the Sahara. You will be warmly welcomed with a glass of mint tea while learning about their simple lifestyle, customs, and daily life in the desert.
Quad Bike Sunset Adventure
In the late afternoon, your adventure continues with an exciting quad bike (ATV) ride. You will spend about one hour riding into the highest sand dunes of Merzouga, the perfect place to watch the sunset and take amazing photos. This thrilling experience is both fun and unforgettable.
After the quad ride, we will return to the camp where a delicious dinner will be served, followed by another magical night under the desert sky.
Accommodation:
Standard Camp: Mouhou Standard Camp or similar
Luxury Camp: Mouhou Luxury Camp or similar
On your last morning, it is worth waking up early again to see the sunrise. After breakfast and a shower at the camp, you will prepare for the return to Merzouga by a 4x4 car transfer directly from the camp.
Yes, the 3-day Merzouga desert tour can be fully customized. You can change the schedule and choose the activities you like. For example, you can spend more time on a camel ride or enjoy more off-road adventures in a 4x4 vehicle.
The difference between the standard and luxury camps is in comfort and privacy. The standard camp has simple tents with shared bathrooms. It is a good choice if you want an affordable desert experience. The luxury camp offers private tents with proper beds and ensuite bathrooms. It is more comfortable and perfect for travelers who want a premium stay in the desert.
You can also skip some activities and replace them with others. If you prefer, you can skip the ATV ride and have a longer camel trek, or skip part of the camel ride to enjoy more time in a 4x4 desert excursion. The tour can be adjusted to suit your interests.
Extra adventures like a buggy or motocross ride can also be added. A one-hour buggy ride costs 75 euros per person (for two people in the buggy), and a one-hour motocross ride costs 150 euros per person. These activities let you explore more of the desert and add excitement to your trip.
It is also possible to book only one activity without taking the full tour. You can choose just a camel ride, an ATV / quad tour, a buggy excursion, a tour by motocross, or a 4x4 desert excursion. This way, you can enjoy the desert exactly how you want, whether for a short adventure or a complete experience.
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