Overnight Erg Chebbi tour from Erfoud: Camel ride and desert camp

Camel trek across Erg Chebbi's dunes at sunset, then sleep in a desert camp.

An overnight tour from Erfoud to Erg Chebbi in Merzouga combines a 4×4 drive across the piste with a camel ride into the dunes at sunset. You spend the night in a camp on the edge of the Sahara, wake for an optional sunrise camel trek, and return to your accommodation the next morning. The tour includes pickup, an English-speaking driver, dinner, breakfast and tea or coffee.

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your accommodation in the Erfoud area. A 4×4 vehicle crosses the piste toward Erg Chebbi, stopping along the way to take in views of the dunes before you reach the camp. Once there, you mount a dromedary for a camel trek that runs about an hour, timed to catch the sunset across the sand. The ride ends at the camp itself, where you'll have dinner and spend the night in either a luxury camp or a traditional nomadic tent, depending on what you booked.

The next morning brings an optional camel ride to watch the sunrise before breakfast and a shower at the camp. Your driver then transfers you back to where you started. The whole experience runs roughly 12 hours from pickup to drop-off, though the overnight stay means you're not rushing through it in a single afternoon.

What’s included

• Pickup from your accommodation in the Erfoud area and drop-off at the same location.
• air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle with an English-speaking driver.
• camel ride for sunset (approximately 40 minutes).
• dinner and breakfast at the camp.
• tea and coffee.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 16:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (7 to 14 years) · Infant (1 to 6 years): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 20 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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Visit Merzouga

Is this one for you?Book this if you're based in Erfoud and want a full overnight desert experience in one trip: the included pickup and camel rides mean everything happens back-to-back without separate bookings.

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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 (7 to 14 years); Infant (1 to 6 years): free.

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.

How long is the camel ride on the first day?

The sunset camel trek lasts about 40 minutes, starting from the camp and heading into the dunes as the light fades.

What's the difference between the luxury camp and the traditional nomadic tent?

Both options sit on the edge of the Sahara and include dinner and breakfast. The choice between them is made at checkout based on your preference and budget.

Is the sunrise camel ride included, or do I have to pay extra?

The sunrise ride is optional the next morning. You can choose to take it or skip it and rest at the camp before breakfast.

What happens if I'm not comfortable riding a camel?

The tour is built around the camel trek, so it's central to the experience. Contact the operator through the booking platform before booking if you have concerns about riding.

Does the tour include water or soft drinks during the day?

Tea and coffee are included at the camp. Other drinks are not part of the package, so bring what you'll need or purchase them separately.