Overview :
Features:
- 3 Nights Camel Excursion in Merzouga Sahara
- 3 Day /2 Night
- Merzouga to Merzouga
Highlight:
- Ride a camel across the sand dunes
- Watch the sunset and sunrise in the desert
- Sleep in a desert camp under the stars
- Visit nomad families and learn about their life
- Enjoy traditional Berber food and music
- Walk on the soft golden sand
- Relax in the quiet and peaceful desert
- Take beautiful photos of the Sahara dunes
- Spend each night in a different desert place
- Enjoy the magic of the Sahara desert for 3 nights
Tour Itinerary
Merzouga Area :
This trip begins after a relaxed lunch (depending on when you arrive). Our camels will be packed with food, blankets and all necessary things we need for our trip. This trek will start right into the desert.
The route we take will lead us to a small oasis right in the middle of the dunes. This is where we will spend the night under starts in nomad tent.
It will be really magical night when the sky is clear and covered by stars and they shine with intensity. During the first night we will have a wonderful dinner around a campfire. In the morning, after breakfast we will head around 2 hours to reach our next destination.
We stop for lunch next to a desert tree ‘Tamarisk’ for about 1.5 hrs. In the shadow of this tree, we will have tasty desert lunch and then we head towards the home of a Nomadic family with whom you will spend your second night and share some time with this Nomad family. The next day after our breakfast with the Berbers we will head towards another small oasis in the middle of the desert.
Before reaching the camp we will stop on the way for desert lunch. Your last (third) night will be spent with a Berber nomad family living in this oasis. During dinner we will have a fantastic drum music party under stars in the desert.
Then after breakfast we travel back to the village of Merzouga or to your riad / hotel / auberge. Each day will involve between 90 minutes to 2 hours of riding a camel or walking along side one.
What included:
- Dinner and breakfast
- Camel for each person
- English speaking guide
- Sleeping in a desert tent
- Parking for your car (if you have)
- Sandboarding in the dunes
- A room in a hotel to drop luggage & take shower
Not inclueded:
- Tips and personal expenses
Note:
This 3-night camel trip in Merzouga is perfect for people who want to feel the real desert life. You will ride a camel, sleep in desert tents, enjoy local food, and see amazing sunsets and sunrises. It’s a quiet and special time to relax and enjoy nature in the Sahara.
Additional info Best 3 nights camel excursion in merzouga
- Camel trekking
- Accommodation in desert camps (3 nights)
- Meals: 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, and 3 lunches
- Traditional Berber music and entertainment
- Experienced local guides
What to Pack & Know Before Your Morocco Journey
- Bring comfortable clothing for varying temperatures, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and comfortable walking shoes.
- Carry enough water for your journey, especially during desert excursions.
- Don’t forget your camera to capture the stunning landscapes and cultural sites.
- Bring cash for personal expenses, as credit cards may not be accepted in all locations.
- While English is commonly spoken in tourist areas, knowing a few basic phrases in Arabic or French can enhance your experience.
3 Nights Camel Excursion in Merzouga Sahara - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
You can reach Merzouga by car, bus, or a private transfer from major cities like Marrakech or Fes.
Accommodation is in traditional Berber tents, with options for basic or luxury camps depending on the tour package.
Most desert camps have limited electricity, usually provided by generators or solar power, sufficient for basic needs and charging devices.
Most guides speak English, and many also speak French, Spanish, and other languages.
Activities include sandboarding, visiting a nearby oasis, and interacting with local nomadic families.
The currency used in Morocco is the Moroccan dirham (MAD). It’s advisable to have some cash on hand for small purchases.
What You’ll Experience in 3 Nights Camel Excursion in Merzouga Sahara
- Arrive in Merzouga, a village on the edge of the Sahara Desert.
- Prepare for your camel trek and meet your guides and camels.
- Begin your camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Enjoy the sunset your desert camp for the night.
- Enjoy a traditional Berber dinner and music under the stars.
- Enjoy sunrise over the dunes.
- Enjoy breakfast at the camp and continue your camel trek deeper into the Sahara Desert.
- Visit a nomadic village to learn about the traditional way of life.
- Explore the stunning landscapes, taking in the unique flora and fauna of the desert.
- Set up camp at a new location in the dunes and enjoy another night of traditional Berber hospitality with dinner and music.
- Start the day with another breathtaking sunrise.
- Have breakfast and then trek to a different part of the desert.
- Experience a final evening of Berber culture, food, and music under the starry desert sky.
- Enjoy a final sunrise and breakfast in the desert.
- Ride camels or 4×4 back to Merzouga, taking in the last views of the dunes.
What is Merzouga
Merzouga is a small village in the southeast of Morocco, near the border with Algeria. It is very famous because it is next to the Erg Chebbi dunes — big, beautiful sand dunes in the Sahara Desert.
People visit Merzouga to ride camels, watch the sunset and sunrise, and sleep in desert camps under the stars. The village is peaceful, and the desert is very calm and quiet. You can also meet local nomads, enjoy traditional music, and see the golden sand dunes that change color during the day.
