Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride & Desert Overnight

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Jane
Jane K.
Oct 28, 2025
Dessert was definitely the highlight of the trip. It was not quite clear when we had to be there to do the camel ride to see... Read more
Taylor
Taylor S.
Apr 18, 2024
Amazing! Loved all of it start to finish.
Jennifer
Jennifer O.
Sep 28, 2022
Wonderful day! Lamb lunch was an adventure and loved meeting the monkeys! Riding a camel was an experience in itself. Two hours with rain, wind and... Read more
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Overview

One of the most quintessential Moroccan experiences is a sunset camel ride through Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, combined with an overnight in the desert. Most visitors enjoy this experience when traveling to the Sahara from one of the country's imperial cities, such as between Merzouga and Marrakech or Merzouga and Fes.

Erg Chebbi is an extensive set of dunes covering almost 14 square miles (35 sq km), with some peaks rising over 650 feet (200 m). The color and shape change depending on the time of day and the wind, which is especially enriching just before sunset.

Upon arrival near Merzouga, you'll enjoy a camel ride through the dunes, reaching your camp just before sunset. After settling into your tent, climb up the nearest dune to watch the sunset display its color show across the sands. Head back for dinner and a night by the campfire, enjoying traditional Berber music from the locals. Before climbing into bed, savor the stars strewn across the unhindered night sky.

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6 total ratings, 3 with reviews
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Jane
Jane K.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Dessert was definitely the highlight of the trip. It was not quite clear when we had to be there to do the camel ride to see sunset. We were a bit concerned about logistics and skipped some planned stops on the way to make sure we get there onetime. In general, it would be helpful to have an idea how long each stop should take and what time we need to be at final destination for the day. We skipped lunches almost every day and it did not seem possible to fit sit-down lunch into our daily... Read more

Dessert was definitely the highlight of the trip. It was not quite clear when we had to be there to do the camel ride to see sunset. We were a bit concerned about logistics and skipped some planned stops on the way to make sure we get there onetime. In general, it would be helpful to have an idea how long each stop should take and what time we need to be at final destination for the day. We skipped lunches almost every day and it did not seem possible to fit sit-down lunch into our daily schedule. We did not want to, but if we did, we would need to skip some stops and most likely would get to hotels rather late.

Tips for future travelers

Bring a wrap to cover your head (guys will help you wrap it around your head) and mouth in case of wind blowing sand. Tents were great - we had an amazing stay. The guys running the whole dessert thing are very friendly, funny and professional. Need to make sure the day before that your driver knows if you are doing any activities the next day and what time you will be picked up from the camp. Reception in the dessert was poor, so communicating with the driver was difficult. We did not get on the road after ATV rides before noon or even later.

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Taylor
Taylor S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024
Amazing! Loved all of it start to finish. Read more

Amazing! Loved all of it start to finish.

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Jennifer
Jennifer O.
Morristown, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 28, 2022
Wonderful day! Lamb lunch was an adventure and loved meeting the monkeys! Riding a camel was an experience in itself. Two hours with rain, wind and sand felt like authentic once in a lifetime ride. Read more

Wonderful day! Lamb lunch was an adventure and loved meeting the monkeys!

Riding a camel was an experience in itself. Two hours with rain, wind and sand felt like authentic once in a lifetime ride.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport

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