2-Day Merzouga Camel Trek: Erg Chebbi Overnight & Sandboarding

You sleep in the desert under stars, then wake to watch the sun rise over Morocco's highest dunes.

A 2-day camel trekking tour in Merzouga takes you into Erg Chebbi's sand dunes by camel, with an overnight stay in a private tent at a desert camp. Day one runs from late afternoon through sunset and sandboarding. Day two starts before dawn with sunrise, breakfast and the return ride. The tour includes a local guide, all meals, mint tea, water, and a choice of three tent types (Royal, Luxury or Standard), so you pick the camp that fits your budget.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Camel ride and desert camp experience

• Start from Kasbah Hotel
• Camel ride to Merzouga Desert Camp
• Stop to climb dunes and watch sunset
• Enjoy sandboarding
• Arrive at desert camp and welcome tea
• Have Moroccan dinner
• Campfire and drum circle
• Sleep in private tent

Day 2: Sunrise and return to hotel

• Watch sunrise over sand dunes
• Have breakfast and shower at camp
• Camel ride or 4x4 back to Kasbah Hotel
• End tour at guesthouse

The experience

The trek starts in the late afternoon from the Kasbah Hotel, and the ride to the desert camp takes around 90 minutes. You'll stop along the way to climb the dunes, watch the light change over the sand, and try sandboarding before the sun drops. Once you reach the camp, a traditional welcome with mint tea waits in a Berber tent, and you'll settle into your private tent for the night: leave your main luggage behind and pack just what you need for the overnight.

Dinner is Moroccan and cooked at the camp. Afterward, there's a drum circle and campfire before you sleep. The next morning starts early with a date to the sunrise over Erg Chebbi: the highest and most dramatic sand dunes in Morocco. A hot shower and hearty breakfast follow at the camp, then the return journey by camel (or 4×4 if you prefer) brings you back to the hotel by mid-morning, ending the trek with the kind of memory that sticks.

What’s included

• Camel trekking both days with one camel per person.
• sandboarding in the dunes during the sunset stop.
• overnight stay in a private tent at the desert camp (your choice of Royal, Luxury or Standard).
• traditional Moroccan dinner and breakfast.
• Berber mint tea and bottled water.
• hot shower at the camp.
• experienced local guide.
• free parking at the guesthouse if you arrive by car.
• a place to leave your main luggage and freshen up before the trek.

Options for this experience

3 options

Standard CampGuide in English, Spanish or French · 17:00Standard Desert Camp: The tents are private, and while they are comfortable, the toilets and bathrooms are separate and shared? Camel trek and sandboarding: 1 hour camel ride and sandboarding. Standard duration: 16 hours. Dinner and breakfast included.

Luxury Camp (Recommended)Guide in English, Spanish or French · 17:00Luxury Desert Camp: The tents in the luxury camp are private and spacious, and each has its own toilet, bathroom and charging facilities. Camel trek and sandboarding: 1 hour camel ride and sandboarding. LUX duration: 16 hours. Dinner and breakfast included.

Royal CampGuide in English, Spanish or French · 17:00Royal Desert Camp: Ultimate desert luxury in our upscale Royal Camp tents, which feature air conditioning for a refreshing stay. Camel trek, sandboarding and ATV: 1 hour ATV quad ride, 1 hour camel ride and sandboarding. Premium duration: 16 hours. Dinner and breakfast included.

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

Before you book

Lasts 2d, runs every day at 17:00, from US$ 80 per person, with a live guide in English, Spanish and French, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 17:00

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AgesAdult (18 to 50 years) · Senior (51 to 80 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go 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.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Morocco Trip

Is this one for you?Book the Luxury Camp option if you want the most comfort after a full day in the sun and sand. The Standard Camp suits travelers who prioritize the experience over amenities. The 2-day format gives you the full rhythm of the desert (sunset, night under stars, and sunrise) without the longer commitment of a 3-day or 4-day trek.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3).

How long does the camel ride take each day?

The ride to the desert camp on day one takes around 90 minutes, including stops to climb dunes and sandboard before sunset. Day two's return journey is shorter, bringing you back to the hotel by mid-morning.

What's included in the overnight stay at Merzouga?

Your overnight at the desert camp includes a private tent (your choice of Royal, Luxury or Standard), dinner, breakfast, Moroccan mint tea, a bottle of water, and access to a hot shower. Lunch is not included.

Can I choose which tent type I want?

Yes, you pick between Royal Camp, Luxury Camp (recommended by the operator) or Standard Camp when you book, and each offers a different level of comfort in the same desert location.

What happens if I don't want to ride a camel on the return?

A 4×4 car is available as an alternative for the ride back to the hotel on day two, so you can choose based on how you feel after the overnight.

Is sandboarding included, or do I need experience?

Sandboarding is included on day one during the sunset stop in the dunes. No experience is needed. It's part of the trek and suited to all fitness levels.