Camel ride in Merzouga
- Duration: 1 day/1 night
- Staring point: Merzouga
- Ending point: Merzouga
Merzouga camel ride
Overview:
A camel ride in Merzouga, Morocco, offers a unique and memorable desert experience. Merzouga is renowned for its stunning Saharan dunes and is one of the most popular destinations for camel treks in the country. A camel ride in Merzouga offers a chance to disconnect from the modern world, immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the desert, and appreciate the timeless beauty of this unique environment. It is an experience that many travellers find to be a highlight of their visit to Morocco.
Highlights of the Merzouga camel ride
- The ever-changing hues of the dunes during sunrise and sunset create a magical and surreal atmosphere.
- Camel ride in Merzouga provides an authentic experience, allowing you to learn about the local culture, traditions, and the way of life in the desert.
- Sleeping under the stars in the Sahara, surrounded by the quietude of the desert, provides a unique and tranquil experience.
- Stargazing in the desert, away from light pollution, lets you see constellations and celestial bodies in full glory.
- Capture the beauty of the dunes, the camel caravan, and the changing colours of the desert.
Suggested itinerary for the Camel ride in Merzouga:
More info about camel riding in Merzouga:
Camel ride in Merzouga is the most authentic way to explore the Merzouga desert by travelling on a traditional camel convoy. Camels will elegantly move across the Erg Chebbi golden sand dunes.
Our camel man will pick you up by camels from the village and the Merzouga camel trek begins by crossing the Sahara desert sand dunes. Later on, you will have a stop in the middle of the desert to enjoy a beautiful sunset and then continue the trip till you reach the desert camp, where you will have dinner, set up a campfire, and listen to Berber music by drums and spend the night in a private and equipped tent.
While your Merzouga camel ride journey, if you want to take photos feel free to ask your camel man, he will take lovely pictures for you with camels. This overnight camel ride in Merzouga event will offer you a unique experience to have an idea about how the previous generations used to live travelling by camels from one country to another, and also to gain knowledge about how locals in the area are living their life. In the morning after sunrise and having breakfast you will have two choices to go back to the village either by camels or by 4×4 and the Merzouga camel ride ends at your accommodation.
⇒ For any other service, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to organize it for you.
Included in the Merzouga camel ride activity
- A camel per each person during the activity.
- The night in the camp with dinner and breakfast.
- English-speaking guide.
- Guided excursion.
- Experience desert sunset/sunrise.
- A bottle of water per person.
- Sandboarding upon request.
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Frequently asked questions:
1:What should I pack for the Merzouga camel ride?
- Pack appropriate clothing for the desert, including lightweight, breathable clothing, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
- Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring desert terrain.
- Bring a warm jacket or layers for cooler evenings in the desert.
2:What is the cost of the Merzouga camel trek?
The cost can vary significantly depending on how many nights you would like to spend, the type of the camp luxury or standard, and the inclusions.
