Two-night camel trek through the Merzouga Desert, Morocco
Duration
3 days
Number of people
1+
lugar
Merzouga
General Description
Tour Highlights
Itinerary
Two-night camel trek through the Merzouga desert
Embark on a two-night camelback adventure through the breathtaking dunes of Erg Chebbi for a truly immersive experience in the Sahara. Traverse golden sands, visit traditional nomadic families, and spend your nights under the vast starry desert sky. Enjoy authentic Berber meals, music around the campfire, and optional activities such as sandboarding. Accommodation options range from simple desert tents to luxury camps, all offering comfort and a true taste of life in the Sahara. You can also enjoy camel rides through our desert tours. Plan your desert trip now.
Highlights: Two-night camel trek through the Merzouga desert
- Travel through the mesmerizing dunes of Erg Chebbi on the back of a camel
- Watch spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the Sahara
- Enjoy traditional Berber cuisine, including pizza freshly baked in the desert.
- Experience music and storytelling around the campfire
- Visit a nomadic family and learn about their lifestyle in the desert
- Try sandboarding and explore hidden oases among the dunes
- Sleep under the stars in authentic desert camps
Itinerary for the two-night camel trek through the Merzouga desert
Day 1: Arrival and camel ride at sunset
Begin your adventure in the late afternoon (around 5–6 PM), when you will mount your camel and venture into the vast dunes. The journey takes approximately 90 minutes, offering breathtaking views as you enjoy a panoramic sunset before settling in for the night. Enjoy a delicious dinner and music as the colors of the sunset transform the landscape. Upon arrival at your camp, climb a nearby dune to enjoy traditional Berber food around the campfire, and spend the night in cozy nomadic-style tents under the bright starry desert sky.
Day 2: Nomadic life and desert exploration
Start the day with an early sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. Then continue your two-night camel trek through the Merzouga desert, venturing deeper into the dunes to visit a nomadic family. Share tea, learn about their traditional lifestyle, and enjoy a freshly prepared Berber pizza for lunch. Return to camp for afternoon activities: try sandboarding down the gentle dunes, explore a nearby oasis, or simply relax and enjoy the serene desert landscape. The day ends with dinner and another magical night under the stars.
Day 3: Sunrise and departure
Wake up early to watch one last spectacular sunrise in the desert before returning on camelback to the edge of the dunes. Enjoy breakfast and a refreshing shower at the camp before ending your unforgettable two-night camel trek through the Merzouga desert and continuing your travels.
What's Included in the Tour Price
- Comfortable and comprehensive services throughout your journey
- Moroccan private driver, fluent in several languages
- Accommodation with breakfast and dinner daily, depending on the category selected
- Authorized local guides in major cultural and historical cities
- Transfers to and from the airport at the start and end of the tour
- Camel ride through the Merzouga desert (for desert tours)
- Night in a desert camp with traditional entertainment (for desert tours)
What is not included in the tour price
- Lunches during the tour
- Drinks and refreshments during the trip
- Personal expenses and optional extras
- International or domestic flights
