Camel Ride Dakhla: Nomadic Tea & Atlantic Views

Ride where the desert meets the ocean, dressed as a nomad

A camel ride in Dakhla that crosses the golden dunes of the Sahara to the Atlantic coast, where you wear traditional Saharawi clothing, receive a nomadic scarf as a gift, and break for tea in a traditional tent. The outing runs about 90 minutes total, includes roundtrip hotel pickup, and welcomes children from age 3. A guide speaks English, French or Arabic.

Step-by-step itinerary

Camel ride and tea in Sahara Desert

• Wear traditional Saharawi outfit
• Enjoy one-hour camel ride
• Take photos by dunes and ocean
• Have tea in nomadic tent

The experience

The ride itself lasts an hour, moving at the pace a dromedary sets across the dunes toward the water. You wear traditional outfits for the journey (the kind that work in the heat and photograph well against the sand and sea), and the scarf you receive stays with you after. The contrast between the two landscapes is the point: golden sand giving way to turquoise water, and the light changes as you move between them.

After the ride, you settle into a nomadic tent for a 30-minute tea break. This is not a rushed photo stop but a real pause, the kind nomads have taken for centuries in this region. The tea comes with time to sit, talk and watch the landscape. A guide in English, French or Arabic stays with the group throughout, handling the logistics so you focus on the moment.

Roundtrip transfer from your hotel or inn is included, which matters if you are without a car or unfamiliar with how to reach the departure point. Children from age 3 can ride. The activity requires at least moderate fitness, and it is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.

What’s included

• One-hour dromedary ride across the Sahara dunes to the Atlantic coast.
• traditional Saharawi outfit to wear during the ride.
• nomadic scarf offered as a gift to keep.
• 30-minute tea break in a traditional tent.
• roundtrip hotel pickup from your accommodation.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French and Arabic

Audio guideEnglish, French and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

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Is this one for you?Hotel pickup is included, so you do not need a car or local transport knowledge to reach the departure point. Book this if you are staying in Dakhla without your own vehicle and want the logistics handled.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What should I wear for the camel ride?

Traditional Saharawi outfits are provided as part of the experience, so you can ride and photograph in authentic dress without bringing your own.

Is the tea break included, or do I pay extra?

The 30-minute tea break under a traditional nomadic tent is included in the activity. No additional cost.