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Overnight Camel Trekking Merzouga

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The Overnight Camel Trekking Merzouga is the Sahara experience everyone should have at least once. In the late afternoon you climb aboard a camel and ride in caravan over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, reaching a traditional Berber camp just as the sun sets. After a home-cooked dinner and music around the fire, you sleep under a sky ablaze with stars and wake for a magical desert sunrise before riding back.

This is the most popular way to spend a night in Merzouga because it packs every classic desert moment — a sunset camel trek, dinner in camp, Berber drumming, stargazing and sunrise — into a single, easy overnight. The camp sits among the tallest dunes of Erg Chebbi, far enough from the village to feel wonderfully remote yet only a short trek away.

Your Overnight Camel Trekking Merzouga is fully private and runs every day of the year, with standard and luxury camp options and camps that can be reached by 4×4 if you prefer not to ride. Spring and autumn bring the most comfortable temperatures, while winter nights are cold and clear and summer offers warm, star-filled skies.

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Overnight Camel Trekking Merzouga

ProgrammeOvernight Camel Trekking Merzouga

Late afternoon – Departure into the dunes: You meet your camel guide at the edge of Merzouga around 4:00–5:00 PM (timing shifts with the season so you always ride into the sunset). Your main luggage is stored safely and you take just an overnight bag before setting off by camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes.

Sunset over Erg Chebbi: After about 1 to 1.5 hours of gentle trekking you reach the desert camp. There is time to climb a high dune and watch the sun sink over the endless sand, one of the most beautiful moments of any Morocco trip.

Evening in camp: Back at camp you are welcomed with mint tea before a traditional Moroccan dinner — usually soup, tagine and fruit. The evening continues around the campfire with Berber drumming, and later the clear desert sky is perfect for stargazing.

Overnight: You sleep in a comfortable nomad-style tent with real beds, blankets and pillows.

Sunrise & return: Wake early for sunrise over the dunes and a light breakfast, then ride your camel back to Merzouga, arriving around 8:00–9:00 AM where your onward journey or transfer continues.

Overnight Camel Trekking Merzouga

Price Includes

Pick-up and drop-off in Merzouga
Experienced local Berber guide
Camel(s) and equipment as per the activity
Traditional Berber dinner and breakfast (for overnight options)
Welcome mint tea

Overnight Camel Trekking Merzouga

Price Excludes

Transport to and from Merzouga
Lunches and drinks
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

FAQ

Overnight Camel Trekking Merzouga

How do I get to Merzouga for the trek?

You can join directly in Merzouga, or we can arrange a transfer from Fes, Marrakech, Errachidia or other cities. Many travellers combine the Overnight Camel Trekking Merzouga with a desert tour.

How long is the camel ride?

About 1 to 1.5 hours each way between Merzouga and the camp. If you prefer, the camp can also be reached by 4×4 in around 20 minutes.

Is the camel trek suitable for beginners and children?

Yes. No experience is needed, the camels are calm and led by an experienced guide, and the trek is suitable for most ages and fitness levels.

What are the sleeping conditions at the camp?

Comfortable Berber tents with proper beds, mattresses, blankets and pillows. Standard camps have shared toilets; luxury camps offer private en-suite tents.

What should I bring?

A small overnight bag with warm layers for the night, a scarf or hat, sunscreen, a torch and a camera. Your large luggage stays securely in Merzouga.

Are meals included?

Yes, dinner at the camp and breakfast the next morning are included. Bottled water and extra drinks can be purchased.

When is the best time for the trek?

Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal. Nights are cold in winter and days are hot in summer, but the trek runs year-round.