2-day Merzouga desert camp with camel ride and sandboarding

Sleep under the stars without giving up a hot shower

A 2-day overnight activity in Merzouga's Erg Chebbi dunes where you ride camels across the sand, try sandboarding, listen to Berber drumming, and sleep in a luxury tent with private facilities. Pickup from Merzouga is included, along with dinner, breakfast, and a guide who speaks English. Minimum age is 18, and moderate fitness is required.

The experience

The tour starts in Merzouga, the gateway town to Erg Chebbi, where you choose to travel into the dunes by camel or four-wheel drive. Once you reach the camp, the dunes become your playground: you walk across the rolling sand, try sandboarding, and spend the afternoon and evening watching the light change across the landscape. As the sun sets, you'll listen to Berber drumming music before settling in for the night.

The camp itself is the point: a luxury setup that trades nothing for comfort. Your tent has a private shower and toilet, so you're not roughing it despite being in the middle of the Sahara. Dinner and breakfast are included, and the next morning you have time to explore before heading back to Merzouga. Stargazing happens naturally once the sun goes down and the sky clears.

An English-speaking guide is with you throughout, and pickup from Merzouga is arranged as part of the booking. Sandboarding is optional if you want to skip it, and the whole experience is built around a moderate level of physical fitness. You'll be walking and riding, but not climbing or hiking at altitude.

What’s included

• Pickup from Merzouga.
• camel ride or 4WD transport into the dunes.
• dinner and breakfast.
• Berber drumming music in the evening.
• stargazing.
• sandboarding activity (optional).
• overnight stay in a luxury tent with private shower and toilet.
• English-speaking guide throughout.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 17:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (18 to 85 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Desert Morocco Excursion

Is this one for you?You ride camels or travel by 4WD into the dunes and sleep in a tent with real plumbing, so this suits anyone who wants the Sahara experience without camping basics. The 2-day format means you have a full day and night in the dunes rather than a rushed afternoon visit, which matters if you want time to actually explore and not just pass through.

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Top questions

What's the difference between going by camel versus four-wheel drive into the dunes?

Both options get you to the same camp in Erg Chebbi. The camel ride is slower and more traditional. The 4WD is faster. You choose which one suits your preference when you book.

Is sandboarding something I have to do?

Sandboarding is optional. You can try it if you want, or skip it and spend that time walking the dunes or resting at camp.

What's included in the meals?

Dinner on the first night and breakfast on the second morning are included. Drinks are not covered, so bring water or budget for beverages at camp.

How much walking is involved across the dunes?

You'll walk across the rolling dunes as part of the experience, but it's not a long-distance hike. The tour is built for moderate fitness, and you can set your own pace.

What makes the tent "luxury" if it's in the desert?

The tent has a private shower and toilet inside, so you have hot water and bathroom facilities despite being in the Sahara. That's what separates this camp from basic desert setups.