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Merzouga: Overnight in Royal Desert Camp with Camel Ride, meals & sandboarding

About this experience

Ride a camel at Sunset through the majestic red sand dunes of Erg Chebbi and Erg Zanigi
Spend an unforgettable night under the shining stars at the beat of the desert drums in the Royal desert camp (double tent with private shower/toilet), one of the best camps in the dunes of Merzouga!
Enjoy a typical dinner and and evening under the stars
Try sandboarding from the top of the dunes
Enjoy an 35 Min 4x4 Safari (each way)
Marvel at the sunrise the next morning and enjoy your rich breakfast before riding back to Merzouga

At a glance

  • Duration: 18 hr
  • Private experience

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Merzouga: Overnight in Royal Desert Camp with Camel Ride, meals & sandboarding
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour18 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesArabic (live guide), English (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 18 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Sandboarding in the dunes
  • Camel ride with camel guide (1 h each way)
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Overnight in Luxury tents including shower and toilet
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Private pickup and drop off transfers
  • Parking Fees

Not included

  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Enjoy an unforgettable night in the dunes of Merzouga in the Best camp in the dunes!
You will be picked up in your accommodation in Merzouga and the villages around in the late afternoon and we will bring you with a private transfer to the meeting point of the camels.
Get on your friendly camel and walk through the dunes at a desert pace. The camel ride takes around 1 h and it is possible to make a stop at a big dune to take pictures and marvel at the sunset (depending on the season).
After arrival at the Royal Desert Camp, you'll be greeted with an original Berber mint tea. Welcome to enjoy and relax!
Enjoy your evening dining in a berber tent, look for shooting stars at the camp fire and sleep in a luxury nomad tent with bathroom!

The next morning, wake up by the first strays of light to watch the sunrise over the Sahara before you enjoy your typical breakfast in the camp. Enjoy some Sandboarding if you like to, or just take some more pictures of the beautiful colorful landscape.

We'll ride back by camel or 4x4 (as you desire) to your Meeting point or accommodation in Merzouga.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please wait in the reception area of your accommodation in and around Merzouga Pick ups at AirBnB's/private residences also possible Meeting place if you arrive in Merzouga by rental car, bus or taxi: In front of Hotel Palais des Dunes, Ksar Tanamouste. In this case, please send us a What's app message after booking to arrange pick up

Languages and tickets

  • Arabic — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Explore Morocco Travel SARL

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 18 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please wait in the reception area of your accommodation in and around Merzouga
Pick ups at AirBnB's/private residences also possible
Meeting place if you arrive in Merzouga by rental car, bus or taxi: In front of Hotel Palais des Dunes, Ksar Tanamouste.
In this case, please send us a What's app message after booking to arrange pick up
Which guide languages are listed?
Arabic (live guide), English (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 6–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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