Errachidia to Merzouga Desert 2-day camel trek luxury camp

Two days crossing the Sahara by camel, sleeping under stars in a private desert camp

A 2-day private tour from Errachidia to Merzouga Desert with airport pickup, private vehicle transport, camel trekking, and overnight luxury camp accommodation. Day one takes you through the Ziz Valley to the sand dunes, where you ride a camel into the desert, watch the sunset from a dune, and dine under the stars. Day two begins with sunrise, includes optional sandboarding or desert walks, then visits the markets and fossil workshops of Rissani and Erfoud before returning to Errachidia airport.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Transfer and camel trek to desert camp

• Pick up from Errachidia airport
• Drive through Ziz Valley
• Stop at Berber villages and viewpoints
• Arrive in Merzouga desert
• Meet camel caravan and guide
• Camel trek to private desert camp
• Watch sunset from dune
• Dinner and entertainment at camp

Day 2: Sunrise, desert exploration, and return

• Watch sunrise and breakfast at camp
• Optional sandboarding or desert walk
• Visit local market and Rissani historical sites
• Explore Erfoud and fossil workshop
• Return to Errachidia airport

The experience

Your private guide and driver collect you from Errachidia airport and drive you south through the Ziz Valley, a landscape of palm groves and rocky peaks. The route stops at Berber villages and viewpoints where you can talk with locals and photograph the terrain. By afternoon you reach Merzouga and meet your camel guide, then mount a camel for the trek into the dunes themselves: the rhythmic sway and the scale of the sand are what most travelers remember most vividly from this part of the day.

Your camp sits in the desert away from the main tourist sites, built to blend traditional Berber design with modern plumbing and heating. After you settle in, climb a nearby dune to watch the sunset paint the horizon, then return for a private dinner of Moroccan dishes cooked on-site, eaten around a fire with live music and local performers. You sleep in the camp and wake early to see the sunrise light the dunes from the opposite direction.

Day two is yours to shape. You can ride a camel again at dawn, try sandboarding down the dunes, or walk the desert with a guide to spot wildlife and rock formations. Later, your driver takes you to Rissani to explore the market (stalls of spices, textiles, and handicrafts), and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, a 17th-century shrine. The route then passes through Erfoud, where you can visit a fossil workshop to see how artisans carve specimens from the local stone, before the drive back to Errachidia airport.

What’s included

• Overnight stay in a luxury Berber desert camp in Merzouga.
• on-time airport pickup and drop-off in Errachidia.
• experienced private driver and desert guides.
• sunset and sunrise camel rides.
• camel trekking to explore the Sahara.
• private transportation throughout.
• dinner and breakfast.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day16 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 01:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (18 to 85 years) · Child (5 to 17 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

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 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Morocco Tours 4x4 - Day Tours

Is this one for you?Two days is the right span to reach the deep desert and return without rushing: long enough to ride camels, sleep under stars, and explore the markets of Rissani and Erfoud, but short enough to fit into a longer Morocco itinerary without dominating it.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 17 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What's the drive like from Errachidia to Merzouga on day one?

The drive south through the Ziz Valley takes you past palm groves and mountains, with stops at Berber villages and viewpoints where you can interact with locals and photograph the landscape. Your guide explains the local culture, history, and geology along the way.

How does the camel trek work? Do I ride the whole way to the camp?

Yes, you mount a camel in Merzouga and ride it into the desert to your private camp, experiencing the rhythm and scale of the dunes. An experienced camel guide accompanies you throughout the trek.

What happens at the desert camp after I arrive?

You settle into your luxury Berber accommodation, then climb a nearby dune to watch the sunset. Dinner is a private meal of authentic Moroccan cuisine served around a campfire with live music and traditional entertainment, all under the stars.

What can I do on the morning of day two?

You can ride a camel again at sunrise, try sandboarding down the dunes, or take a guided desert walk to explore the landscape at your own pace. After breakfast, your driver takes you to Rissani and Erfoud to visit markets, historical sites, and a fossil workshop before returning to Errachidia airport.

Is the camp comfortable, or is it a basic desert experience?

The camp blends traditional Berber charm with modern convenience. You have proper beds, heating, and bathroom facilities, so you're comfortable while staying immersed in the desert setting.

What's included in the price?

Airport pickup and drop-off in Errachidia, private vehicle transport, camel trekking with guides, overnight accommodation in the luxury camp, sunset and sunrise camel rides, dinner, and breakfast are all included. Lunches and tips are not.