Erg Chebbi · Merzouga · Weddings
Wedding in the Sahara Desert
Exchange vows on a golden dune as the sun goes down. We organise symbolic weddings, vow renewals and celebrations in the Merzouga desert for couples from New Zealand, with tents for your guests, music, dinner and a local team that looks after every detail.
- Ceremony on the dunes
- Tents for 2 to 60+ guests
- Berber music & dinner
- Planning in many languages
Weddings in the dunes
An unforgettable place to say yes
A Sahara wedding is simple and unforgettable at once: the warm light of sunset on the dunes, the rhythm of Berber drums, a long table under the stars and every guest together in one camp. Your whānau and friends will be talking about it for years.
For couples from New Zealand, Morocco is a true once-in-a-lifetime destination. Guest flights to Marrakech or Fes usually connect via a hub such as Dubai, Doha, Istanbul or a European city, so many people turn the trip into a longer holiday. We organise symbolic ceremonies, vow renewals, elopements for two and full parties, and our Merzouga team handles the ceremony site, décor, food, music, accommodation and guest transfers.
- Symbolic ceremony or vow renewal on a dune
- Exclusive use of the camp for larger groups (on request)
- Berber music, a fire and dancing under the stars
- Accommodation in luxury, deluxe A/C or standard tents
What we can organise
Your desert wedding, step by step
Ceremony spot
An arch, carpets and cushions on a dune with a view over Erg Chebbi.
Music & entertainment
Berber drums, Gnawa musicians and a fire in the evening.
Wedding dinner
A Moroccan feast: salads, tagines, couscous, méchoui on request and a wedding cake.
Tents for guests
Private tents for every couple or family, from standard to deluxe with A/C.
Transfers
Private drivers from Marrakech, Fes, Errachidia airport or Ouarzazate.
Photos & video
Local photographers and drone video for the ceremony and portraits.
Plan with us
How we plan a wedding in Merzouga
Every wedding is different, so we start with a simple conversation: your date, the number of guests, the style you like and your budget. We then send you a detailed proposal with accommodation, food, decoration and activities.
Closer to the date we confirm the final number of guests, the menu and the timing. On the day, our team is with you from the arrival of the first guests to the last song around the fire.
- 1. Send us your date, number of guests and ideas
- 2. Receive a tailor-made proposal and price
- 3. Confirm with a deposit
- 4. We organise transfers, tents, food, music and decoration
- 5. Enjoy your day – we take care of the rest
Legal information
Symbolic ceremony or legal marriage?
Most couples who marry in the desert hold a symbolic ceremony and complete the legal marriage at home before or after the trip. A legal marriage in Morocco involves official paperwork and rules that depend on your nationality and religion, so please check with your embassy.
A symbolic ceremony gives you complete freedom: you can write your own vows, choose a friend to lead the ceremony and mix traditions from both families.
For your guests
Make it a desert weekend
Give your guests more than one evening. Many couples plan two or three nights in Merzouga with a welcome dinner, the wedding day and a relaxed farewell breakfast. Between the celebrations your guests can try quad bikes, buggies, sandboarding or a 4×4 trip to the nomads and the desert lakes.
Good to know
Practical information
- Best months: October to May; from June to September we plan around the heat
- Book 3 to 12 months ahead, especially for larger groups
- Alcohol: tell us in advance and we advise on what is possible
- We can help with henna, traditional outfits and a Berber-style procession
- Wheelchair access in the dunes is limited – ask us and we find a solution
- Price on request – it depends on guests, date and services
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.
From an elopement for two to groups of 60 guests or more. For large groups we can reserve the whole camp and add extra tents.
Most couples hold a symbolic ceremony in the desert and marry legally at home. Legal marriage in Morocco depends on your nationality and religion – please ask your embassy.
Yes. Guests can choose standard tents with shared bathrooms, luxury tents with private bathrooms or deluxe tents with air-conditioning.
Yes. We arrange private drivers and minibuses from Marrakech, Fes, Errachidia airport or any city in Morocco, so guests arriving on different long-haul flights are collected.
Ideally 3 to 12 months before the date. Guests travelling from New Zealand usually need time to plan long-haul flights, so earlier is better.
Most couples hold a symbolic ceremony in the desert and complete the legal formalities at home. For a legal marriage in Morocco, please check with the relevant New Zealand and Moroccan authorities first.
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