Merzouga · Erg Chebbi · 1–6 hours
Quad Bike (ATV) Tours in Merzouga
Feel the power of the dunes on a quad bike. Ride with an experienced local guide across Erg Chebbi, from short sunset rides to half-day adventures around the desert.
- Experienced local guides
- Helmet & scarf provided
- Single or double quads
1 to 6 hours
You choose the duration
From R990
Per quad per hour
30 quads
Single or two-person
Guided
A guide rides with you
The experience
Adventure on the highest dunes of Morocco
A quad bike ride is one of the most popular adventures in Merzouga – and for good reason. After a short briefing and a test ride on flat sand, you follow your guide into the Erg Chebbi dunes, climbing crests, sliding down slopes and crossing wide sandy valleys.
A 1-hour ride is perfect for a first taste, especially at sunset. With 2 to 6 hours you can go further: ride around the dunes, visit a nomad family, the Gnawa village of Khamlia or the black desert of the hamada. Your guide adapts the route and speed to your level.
Choose a single quad, or a two-person quad if you prefer to ride as a passenger.
- Well-maintained quads
- Suitable for beginners
- Can be combined with a night in our camp
Highlights
Why ride with us
Safety first
Briefing, helmet and a guide who knows every dune.
Good machines
Quads are checked and maintained regularly.
Sunset rides
The most beautiful light on the dunes.
Custom routes
Nomads, Khamlia, the hamada – you choose.
Groups welcome
Up to 30 quads available.
Photo stops
Your guide stops at the best viewpoints.
Prices
Quad bike prices
Prices per quad per hour. Fuel, guide and helmet included.
| Quad | Riders | 1 hour | 2 hours | 3 hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single quad | 1 person | R990 | R1,980 | R2,970 |
| Double quad | 2 people | R1,580 | R3,170 | R4,750 |
Rides up to 6 hours. Add quads to your camp booking or ask us for quad-only tours.
Price & what’s included
What the price includes
Included
- Quad bike and fuel
- Helmet and scarf
- Briefing and test ride
- Experienced local guide
- Safe parking
Not included
- Transport to Merzouga
- Drinks
- Tips (optional)
From €50
per quad / hour
Double quad R1,580 per hour for 2 people.
Pay 15% deposit online – the rest on arrival. Or pay in full (+5% taxes/TVA).
Good to know
Practical information
- Start point: Merzouga – exact location sent after booking
- Minimum age for driving: ask us; children can ride as passengers on double quads
- Best times: morning or late afternoon / sunset
- Rides from 1 to 6 hours
- Activities are added to your camp booking – or contact us for activity only
What to bring
- Closed shoes
- Long trousers
- Sunglasses (we provide a scarf and helmet)
- Water for long rides
Suitable for
Beginners and experienced riders. Not recommended for pregnant women or people with back problems.
Book online
Book your quad ride
Choose your date and start time, select your activity and the number of vehicles or people, then pay a 15% deposit (the rest on the day) or the full amount securely with PayPal or card. Staying at our camp? Add activities to your camp booking on the camp booking form.
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.
No. You get a briefing and test ride, and your guide adapts the speed.
Please ask us before booking – we will confirm the requirements for drivers and passengers.
Yes – choose a double quad (R1,580/hour for 2 people).
Yes. Contact us on WhatsApp or by email and we will arrange it.
Quad bike rental prices in South African rand
Quads are rented by the hour with a local guide: R990 for a single quad and R1,580 for a double. A sunset ride pairs well with a night at our desert camp; for two people side by side, compare our buggy rental. Prices in South African rand are approximate – the 15% deposit is charged in euros by PayPal and the rest is paid at the camp.
Travelling to Merzouga from South Africa
Adding desert activities to a trip from South Africa? Here’s what South African visitors should know.
Getting here
Most South African visitors combine activities with a night at camp. Fly one-stop via Doha, Dubai, Istanbul or Addis Ababa to Casablanca or Marrakech.
South African passports
South African passport holders need a visa for Morocco. Apply at the Moroccan Embassy in Pretoria well ahead; if you hold a valid multiple-entry Schengen, UK or US visa, you may qualify for the 30-day eVisa instead. Your passport needs 6 months’ validity.
Prices and payment
Prices in rand are a guide; the 15% deposit is charged in euros by PayPal and the rest is paid in Merzouga. R1 ≈ 0.59 MAD.
Best time of day
Early morning and late afternoon. From May to September, avoid the midday heat.
What to bring
Sunglasses, a scarf or buff against the sand and closed shoes. Bring an adapter for Type M plugs; two-pin Type C plugs fit Moroccan sockets.
First time on a quad?
If you’ve quad-biked at home, you’ll feel at ease; beginners get a short briefing first.
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