The Day and Night Camel Trek in the Merzouga Desert offers a unique opportunity to spend an entire day amidst the sand dunes with a local guide. The guide will take great care of you, prepare a delicious lunch, and allow you to soak in the serene silence of this timeless landscape. You’ll witness a stunning sunset, enjoy sandboarding, and spend the night camping beneath the stars.
The Day and Night camel trek in the Merzouga Sahara Desert begins around 10:00 AM. Your camel guide will lead you through the golden, rolling sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Journey across this stunning landscape on the back of a camel, a traditional means of transport in the Sahara that dates back thousands of years. As you travel through the dunes toward the desert camp, immerse yourself in the serene and timeless atmosphere.
The camel ride typically takes about two hours. Upon arrival at the camp, you can unwind with a cup of tea while our staff prepares a delicious lunch. This Merzouga camel adventure offers a unique opportunity to experience the simplicity and resourcefulness of the nomadic lifestyle.
After enjoying a hearty lunch, you might wish to climb the tall sand dunes and try sandboarding, a popular activity in the Merzouga desert and Erg Chebbi dunes. It’s also a perfect chance to witness one of the most breathtaking sunsets and capture beautiful photos.
The views are truly spectacular as the sun’s rays play over the dunes, gradually shifting their color to shades of orange as the light fades, marking the end of a day filled with excitement and adventure.
As night falls, get ready for a memorable evening under a starry sky. Before that, a delicious dinner will be served at the camp, followed by a lively music session with Berber drums around the campfire. Experience the joyful atmosphere before spending an unforgettable night in a private tent of your choice at the desert camp. Wake up to one of the most stunning sunrises you’ll ever see.
Start your day in the heart of the Sahara Desert with a breathtaking panoramic sunrise that makes waking up early truly worthwhile. After rising, enjoy a refreshing shower, followed by a wholesome breakfast waiting for you.
Your camel guide will then prepare the camels for the trek back to the village. Alternatively, you have the option of a 4×4 transfer back from the camp. The camel trek experience in Merzouga concludes at our guesthouse, leaving you with a collection of beautiful memories and photos from this unique and unforgettable adventure. And perhaps, even a fresh perspective on life!
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Yes, it’s a shared tour. You will travel with a small group from around the world.
Comfortable clothing and footwear, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera are recommended.
Yes, they are. Your hotel room will have private ensuite bathrooms.
It is roughly 1 hour for sunset and another hour for sunrise the following day. Time depends on season, Day light saving time, and sunset/sunrise time.
You can. a 4×4 will be offered to transfer you from Merzouga lodge to Erg Chebbi desert camp for an extra fee of 30 Euros ( Included in luxury tent option )
There will be a few sand boards available at the camp operator’s lodge to use at leisure ( Availability not guaranteed ). You can ask for one to take to the camp with you. They are free of charge