Merzouga: Camel Ride & Desert Overnight with Berber Camp

Sand under your feet before sunset: a night in Merzouga's dunes

You ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset, sleep in a desert camp with dinner and breakfast included, and wake to traditional Berber music and the morning light. No separate bookings for transport, meals, or the camel itself. Everything is arranged. The overnight format means you're not rushing back to town by evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Merzouga desert camel ride and stay

• Arrive at Merzouga desert
• Enjoy camel trekking
• Watch sunset over Erg Chebbi
• Experience traditional Berber music
• Overnight stay at Desert Luxury Camp

The experience

You've just arrived in Merzouga, and the dunes are already in front of you. The Erg Chebbi rises in waves of rust-colored sand, and you're about to spend the next 24 hours inside it. A camel waits to take you out, not on some quick loop, but deep enough that the town disappears behind you and the only sound is the animal's breath and your own. The ride happens in the late afternoon, which means you're climbing toward the sunset instead of away from it.

The camp itself sits low in the desert, built to feel like it belongs there rather than imposed on it. Dinner comes after you've settled. Something warm, shared with whoever else arrived that day, and the night fills with traditional Berber music that doesn't feel staged because it's just how people here spend their evenings. You sleep in a tent that's more comfortable than you'd expect, with blankets enough for the cold that drops hard once the sun goes. Breakfast arrives early, before the heat builds, and then you have the morning to walk the dunes or sit with coffee and watch the light change the color of the sand.

The whole thing (camel, camp, both meals, the music) is included in one price. You don't arrange transport separately or negotiate with guides at the edge of town. Parking is free if you're driving, and the camp works with all fitness levels, so you're not locked out if you move slowly or need modifications. Families with infants can bring them. Service animals are welcome too.

What’s included

• Your night in Merzouga includes a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes timed for sunset, an overnight stay at the desert camp, dinner and breakfast, and traditional Berber music in the evening.
• Camel rental per person and free parking are covered.
• You arrange your own transport to Merzouga, though public transportation is available nearby.

Options for this experience

2 options

One-night stay at a standard campGuide in English or Spanish · 17:00 and 18:00Pickup is included

Luxury Desert CampGuide in English or Spanish · 16:00 and 17:00Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 16:00, 17:00 and 18:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Child (1 to 11 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 17 pickup points.

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 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Book Desert Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the Merzouga desert experience without arranging a guide, camel rental, meals, and lodging separately. The overnight format is what makes a full day in the dunes possible instead of a rushed afternoon loop.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 11 years).

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's included in the price?

Dinner, breakfast, the camel per person, and free car parking. The overnight stay at the camp and traditional Berber music are part of the experience.

Is this suitable for people who aren't very fit?

Yes. The product is listed as suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the camp can accommodate different mobility needs.

Can I bring a baby?

Yes. Infants can attend, and they're required to sit on an adult's lap. Specialized infant seats are also available.

Do I need my own transport to get there?

Public transportation options are available nearby. If you drive, parking is free at the camp.

Is the camp accessible for wheelchair users?

The camp is listed as wheelchair accessible.

What happens if I arrive with a service animal?

Service animals are allowed at the camp.