Merzouga Camel Ride & Maktub Overnight Desert Activities
Overview
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1 day
Mobile ticket
You can arrive at any time, day or night. Have some tea. Rest. Plan your stay. Ride a camel into the desert to watch the sunset. Walk to the top of Erg Chebbi to watch the sunrise. Camping in the desert. Sleep under the stars. Take a traditional sauna by burying yourself in the sand. Windsurf down the dunes. Share meals. Connect with other travelers. Life lessons are free.
We are located in the heart of the city of Merzouga. You can find everything within a few seconds of walking: markets, cafes, restaurants, shops, etc. The dunes are a 10-minute walk from the hostel and are accessible at any time, while the nomad camps and the black desert are more easily accessible by camel or mountain bike.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Our Berber stay is located in a traditional Berber house. It has private rooms that overlook an open courtyard where you can see the stars at night. At the back, overlooking the desert, you will find a second yard where it is possible to have a fire in the evening during the winter time.
Options
Standard Camp
Duration: 1 day Standard Tent : Standard Tent Breakfast &dinner Sharing bathroom Camel Ride : Start the journey across the dunes by camels to the camp and back to the meeting point by camels Pickup included
Luxury Camp
Luxury tent: Private tent _private bathroom _dineer& breakfast Camel Ride : Start the journey across the dunes by camels to the camp and back to the meeting point by camels Pickup included
What‘s Included
Coffee and/or Tea
Dinner and breakfast
Tips
Alcoholic Beverages
Bottled water
Private transportation
Lunch
Pickup points
Auberge Etoile Des Dunes
Merzouga Morocco
Chez Tonton
Ksar Merzouga, Erg Chebbi Merzouga Morocco
Riad Nezha
Merzouga Morocco
Merzouga Trekking Sahara
Merzouga Morocco
Riad Sadoq
Merzouga Morocco
Auberge Camping Sable D'or
Ksar Hassi Labied Merzouga Morocco
Chez Belkacem
Merzouga Morocco
Ksar Bicha
Merzouga Morocco
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommended!
REline2017,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience! The host was friendly and welcomed us personally. The surroundings are truly unique and beautiful. Excellent attention was paid to dietary requirements during meals. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Merzouga!
Marocco was the best
tillk382,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the Best time it really made our Trip in Marokko Special. The people were nice and friendly and we gained so much Knowledge During our tour. Our favorite was the Quad tour i would recommend it to anyone its a fantastic experience. Also love Dromedars cute animals very friendly.
Best Merzouga Experience.
drisn2023,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ali is a very helpful, friendly young man who deserves to be highlighted. He has many contacts in the area and benefits from the best offers and the highest quality excursions. He is very responsive and attentive. Our visit to Merzouga was of great quality. New bivouacs, new quads, warm atmosphere. Everything was there. Thank you again. Do not hesitate to contact him; he really has an eye for detail!
Magical moments in Morocco
334adily,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful days and nights through the altlas Mountains until the Sahara Desert A magical starry sky 🌌 in the middle of the desert 🐪
Join a desert experience tour that will leave you with a lifetime of memories
Coastal23263054112,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The camel ride tour in the desert was a very special experience for me. The view I saw in the vast desert was something I had never experienced before. The camel ride was also very enjoyable, with the guide's brother showing us around with great care!
Unforgettable
cesarinaz2019,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was perfect. Precise, friendly, professional, unforgettable experience. Matteo
Amazing Experience
O5476ETrobertl,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time in Morocco, especially in Merzouga. The landscapes were absolutely beautiful and traveling by car through the country was an incredible experience by itself. Merzouga has so many activities and places to explore that I honestly regret staying there for only two days — you could easily spend a whole week there without getting bored. The food was delicious, authentic, and surprisingly affordable. But the best part of Morocco was definitely the people. Everywhere I went, people were extremely kind, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything. The hospitality made the whole trip unforgettable. I truly recommend visiting Morocco to anyone looking for adventure, beautiful views, and warm-hearted people.
Hiking and overnight in the Merzouga Desert
mariaminae2024,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A simple and beautiful adventure! Ali is a gentle guide who carries and shares his love for the desert with depth, humor and humility. Our excursion was on foot and we enjoyed it! Thanks again.
Discover the desert on foot
S6738MIchristinem,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice experience of this discovery of the desert and very well accompanied by our friendly guide Ali, kind and bringing us his own experience and knowledge of these enchanting places. Thanks again, Ali. Christine
Erg Chebbi on foot
jeanloupm602,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating decor and accompanied by Ali who is a charming and very competent boy who is assured throughout the hike of our fitness (77, 76 and 69 years old)
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