Merzouga · 1 to 14 days
Sahara Trekking from Merzouga
Walk across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi with a Berber guide and a small caravan of camels carrying your bags. Every night a new camp, every morning a new horizon.
- Private trek for your group
- Camels carry the luggage
- All meals included
- €120 per person / day
1–14 days
You choose the length
€120 per person
Per day, all inclusive
Moderate
3–5 hours walking a day
Start & end: Merzouga
Pick-up can be arranged
The experience
The slow, real way to discover the Sahara
A camel trek is how people crossed the Sahara for centuries – and it is still the best way to feel the desert. You walk at your own pace through dunes, flat stony plains (the hamada) and small oases, while the camels carry water, food and equipment.
Your guide is a Berber from Merzouga who knows every well and every shortcut. Along the way you meet nomad families, drink tea in their tents, visit Khamlia village and see fossils and old mines. Every evening we set up a wild camp in a quiet spot, cook dinner on the fire and sleep under the stars.
We design the route around your time and fitness – from a single day to a two-week expedition around Erg Chebbi.
- Routes designed for your level and time
- Ride a camel whenever you feel tired
- Combine with nights in our luxury camp
Highlights
Highlights of a Sahara trek
Caravan of camels
Camels carry the bags – and you, whenever you want a break.
Wild camps
A new quiet spot every night, far from roads and other camps.
Nomad families
Tea and conversation with families who still live in the desert.
Oases & wells
Discover hidden palm groves, wells and small Berber villages.
Fresh desert food
Tagines, salads, fresh bread baked in the sand and fruit.
Nights under the stars
Fall asleep with the Milky Way above you.
A typical day
What a trekking day looks like
In the hot months we walk early in the morning and late in the afternoon and rest in the shade at midday. In winter we can walk longer.
- SunriseWake up in campSunrise over the dunes, breakfast and pack the camels.
- MorningWalk 2–3 hoursThe coolest and most beautiful part of the day.
- MiddayLunch & restLunch in the shade of a tamarisk or a tent, siesta.
- AfternoonWalk 1–2 hoursContinue to the next camp spot, visit nomads or a village.
- SunsetSet up campClimb a dune for sunset while the guide prepares camp.
- EveningDinner & fireDinner, tea, music and stars around the campfire.
Price & what’s included
Everything included in the daily price
Included
- Professional Berber trekking guide
- Camels for luggage and riding
- Wild camp equipment: tents, mattresses, blankets
- All meals, mint tea and drinking water
- Safe storage for your luggage in Merzouga
Not included
- Transport to Merzouga
- Travel insurance
- Soft drinks and snacks
- Tips (optional)
€120
per person / day
Private trek for your group. For long expeditions or large groups, contact us for a tailored quote.
Pay 10% deposit online – the rest on arrival. Or pay in full (+5% taxes/TVA).
Good to know
Practical information
- Start and end in Merzouga – transfers from Marrakech or Fes can be arranged
- Best season: October to April
- Summer treks are shorter and planned for cooler hours
- There are no showers or toilets during the trek
- You can finish with a comfortable night in our luxury camp
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes or light boots
- Sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and a scarf
- Warm layers for the evenings
- A 1–2 litre water bottle
- A headlamp and personal medicines
Suitable for
Travellers with a normal level of fitness. We adapt the distance to your group – children and older travellers can ride the camels for longer sections.
Book online
Book your Sahara trek
Choose your date and number of people. Pay a 10% deposit (the rest on arrival) or the full amount securely with PayPal or card – you receive your receipt by email right away.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Can’t find your answer? Message us on WhatsApp at +212 673 555 408 – we usually reply within a few hours.
A normal level of fitness is enough. We adapt the daily distance to your group, and you can ride a camel whenever you like.
2–3 days is perfect for a first experience. 5 days or more lets you go deep into the desert and meet several nomad families.
In wild camps with tents, mattresses and warm blankets. On request we can finish in our luxury camp.
We carry bottled drinking water for the whole trek.
Yes, but we keep the walking to early morning and late afternoon. October to April is the most pleasant season.
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Tell us how many days you have – we will plan the perfect route through Erg Chebbi.