Riad Madu Desert Camps, Merzouga

4.9 (25 reviews) · Comfort
Authentic desert camp with spacious tents, traditional Berber experiences, and delicious cuisine

Overview

Riad Madu Desert Camps are an extension of Riad Madu, a traditional hotel in Hasilabied at the foot of the Erg Chebi sand dunes. You get the best of both worlds: a hotel with amenities and a desert experience—just plan for an hour's journey to get to the camps from the hotel. You can choose how many nights to stay at the riad or in one of the camps, premium or luxury. Either way, opt for meal service to taste the delicious local cuisine and enjoy evenings filled with traditional Berber music, drumming, and dancing under the stars. 

When the time comes to head out to your camp, you'll do so with a camel ride through the dunes. Marvel at the breathtaking landscapes, then settle into your tent and immerse yourself in the unique Berber culture via a traditional dinner, music with a bonfire, and a sunrise dune climb. 

The hotel offers 10 comfortable rooms and eight suites, plus premium and luxury tents if you opt for the desert experience. Each room and tent has a private bathroom, air conditioning, heating, and free WiFi. You can choose from single rooms, double rooms, individual suites, and family suites. Many of our travelers have praised the comfort of the bedding and the ample space in the rooms. The tents at the luxury camp add private terraces.

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +212 535578740
Hotel address icon Hassilabied

Traveler Reviews

25 total ratings, 20 with reviews
4.9
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.9
Location
5.0
Staff
4.8
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.7
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Melissa D.
Madison, CT | Reviewed on Nov 18, 2023
The staff at Riad Madu were incredibly friendly -- always had a smile on their face. The views of the Sahara are breathtaking, and the tented camps were comfortable. Read more

The staff at Riad Madu were incredibly friendly -- always had a smile on their face. The views of the Sahara are breathtaking, and the tented camps were comfortable.

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Stayed in October 2023
Natasha
Natasha G.
Canada | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2023
Fantastic experience - great, roomy accommodations, fantastic staff who worked hard to please and entertain us. The food was really good! Read more

Fantastic experience - great, roomy accommodations, fantastic staff who worked hard to please and entertain us. The food was really good!

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Stayed in October 2023
Linda
Linda y.
Bayonne, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 31, 2023
I am not use to glamping! This was the perfect elegance in the desert! Pure tranquility. Read more

I am not use to glamping! This was the perfect elegance in the desert! Pure tranquility.

Authenticity & Character
Uniquely quiet, a feeling of safe and peacefulness. unlike any other adventure
Location
This is paradise! In the middle of the Dunes, open, quiet, the colors of the sky changing as the sun set and upon arising in the morning. Peaceful; a oneness so to say.
Staff
Personal attention , accommodating, friendly and humble
Cleanliness & Comfort
Perfect like a hotel, clean, neat simple.
Stayed in October 2023
Melanie
Melanie D.
Clayton, MO | Reviewed on Oct 30, 2023
This camp in the Sahara is more like a hotel room than a tent. The staff were amazing. And the food was abundant and very tasty. Loved seeing the Sahara! Read more

This camp in the Sahara is more like a hotel room than a tent. The staff were amazing. And the food was abundant and very tasty. Loved seeing the Sahara!

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Stayed in October 2023
Lindsey
Lindsey B.
West Allis, WI | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2023
Once in a lifetime experience that we absolutely loved. Everyone was super accommodating. We did have to wait for awhile to be picked up in the morning, but we enjoyed the extra time in the sand. Read more

Once in a lifetime experience that we absolutely loved. Everyone was super accommodating. We did have to wait for awhile to be picked up in the morning, but we enjoyed the extra time in the sand.

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Stayed in September 2023
Rajgopal
Rajgopal I.
Lake in the Hills, IL | Reviewed on Sep 04, 2023
A once in a lifetime experience going to this luxury camp with running water and shower. The rooms were so comfortable. The food was customized for vegetarians. The soup was mouthwatering.
Wear loose comfortable clothing for the almost 2 hour camel ride to the camp. Leave early enough so that you won’t miss the sunset and plan your trip to coincide with a full moon. The desert during full moon is stunning
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A once in a lifetime experience going to this luxury camp with running water and shower. The rooms were so comfortable. The food was customized for vegetarians. The soup was mouthwatering.
Wear loose comfortable clothing for the almost 2 hour camel ride to the camp. Leave early enough so that you won’t miss the sunset and plan your trip to coincide with a full moon. The desert during full moon is stunning

Authenticity & Character
The desert is a harsh environment but this place was so comfortable and made the adventure magical
Location
Staff
All of them were incredibly sweet.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in August 2023
Jose Jorge
Jose Jorge M.
the Honduras | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023
A great experience at the camp. The camel ride with the friendly guides and watching the sunset, the great food, comfortable tents and most of all getting to know the Berber culture. An experience you can’t miss when visiting Morocco Read more

A great experience at the camp. The camel ride with the friendly guides and watching the sunset, the great food, comfortable tents and most of all getting to know the Berber culture.

An experience you can’t miss when visiting Morocco

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Very friendly and letting us know their culture
Cleanliness & Comfort
We had some problems with the AC in one tent and the beds were not very soft. But other than that everything was great
Stayed in June 2023
Nathalie
Nathalie D.
Ballenger Creek, MD | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2023
A unique experience with the Berberes and an unforgettable camel ride through the dunes. Read more

A unique experience with the Berberes and an unforgettable camel ride through the dunes.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in May 2023
Miriam
Miriam L.
Elmwood Park, NJ | Reviewed on May 20, 2023
Barack was the star...glamping in the Sahara and he made sure even the most difficult guests were served with a smile. Read more

Barack was the star...glamping in the Sahara and he made sure even the most difficult guests were served with a smile.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Barack was on site and Omar, the camel keeper
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in April 2021
Emily
Emily H.
Spain | Reviewed on Apr 15, 2023

This was the highlight of our trip, such a fabulous place to stay. Comfortable bests, hot showers and even wifi! The dinner and breakfast were delicious and the whole setup of the camp very cool. We took a camel ride to the camp and a 4 wheel drive back to our driver. Lots of fun!

Stayed in April 2023

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +212 535578740
Hotel address icon Hassilabied