Camel caravan crossing the golden dunes of Merzouga in the Sahara Desert

Erg Chebbi Dunes

Sahara & Merzouga

Camel treks, desert camps and starry nights on the dunes

The great dunes of Erg Chebbi near Merzouga are the Sahara of the postcards: orange sand, camel caravans and nights in camps under the stars. Most travellers join a 2 or 3 day tour from Marrakech or Fes, with stops in the Atlas, Ait Benhaddou and the desert valleys.

Best timeOctober to April. Summers are extremely hot.

Getting thereAbout 9 to 10 hours by road from Marrakech, so a 3-day tour is the best way to go.

How long2 to 3 days.

Don't missSunrise on the dunes, a camel trek, a Berber music night and the stars.

Sahara desert tours

Multi-day tours with a camel ride and a night in a desert camp.

Tours & Excursions★ 4.9 / 5

3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga & Sahara Desert Tour

3-Day Sahara Desert Adventure ,Erg Chebbi Camel Ride

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Tours & Excursions★ 4.8 / 5

3-Day Marrakech to Sahara & Agadir Tour

📍 Marrakech → Merzouga → Agadir 🏜️ 3-Day Sahara Desert Adventure

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Tours & Excursions★ 4.8 / 5

Fes to Marrakech: 3-Day Sahara Desert Tour with Camel Ride & Camp

📍 Fes → Sahara → Marrakech

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Tours & Excursions

16-Day Private Morocco Tour from Tangier with Sahara Camel Trek

Experience the ultimate 16-day private journey across Morocco starting from Tangier. Explore imperial cities, blue Chefchaouen, Sahara desert camping, and the Atlantic coast.

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Tours & Excursions★ 4.5 / 5

10 day Morocco tour from Casablanca to Sahara

Experience the magic of Morocco on an unforgettable 10-day private adventure from Casablanca. Wander through Chefchaouen's blue streets, explore historic Fes and Marrakech, cross the Atlas Mountains,

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Where to stay in Sahara & Merzouga

Riads, hotels and camps.

Hotels & Riads★ 8.4 / 10

DWO Golden Camp Merzouga

Experience the magic of the Sahara at DWO Golden Camp in Merzouga. Rated 8.4/10, featuring luxury tent-style rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, complimentary breakfast, 24-hour airport shuttle, and a pr

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Hotels & Riads★ 8.2 / 10

Hotel Kanz Erremal Merzouga

Experience the ultimate Sahara getaway at Hotel Kanz Erremal in Merzouga. Rated 8.2/10, featuring stunning views of the Erg Chebbi sand dunes, an outdoor swimming pool, a breakfast buffet, exceptional

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Hotels & Riads★ 8.8 / 10

Typical Merzouga Camp Morocco

Experience authentic Saharan hospitality at Typical Merzouga Camp. Rated 8.8/10, featuring a delicious buffet breakfast, free WiFi, cozy tented rooms, and an unbeatable location just a 1-minute walk f

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Hotels & Riads★ 9.4 / 10

Riad Aicha Merzouga Morocco

Experience authentic Saharan hospitality at Riad Aicha in Hassi Labied, Merzouga. Rated 9.4/10 by couples, featuring a 24-hour airport shuttle, spa services, pet-friendly stay, and an unbeatable locat

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