2 Nights Camel Trekking in Merzouga
Morocco Camel Trek: 2 Night Camel Ride in Merzouga Desert
Things to know before starting this desert activity
- Q- Where we'll meet you in Merzouga?
- In case you get Merzouga desert by rental car, we'll meet you in the hotel or riad where we organize our Morocco tours in Merzouga where you'll have room to leave your luggage and take a shower as you head back from your desert camel trek. Besides, if you come by bus, we'll meet you at the bus station in Merzouga and then take you to the hotel or riad where we organize our Morocco tours.
- Q- Is there another way to get to desert camp if I don't like camels?
- Yes, of course! For the travellers, who don't feel comfortable riding camels and want to spend a night in the Sahara desert, we transfer them by 4x4 vehicle to reach the desert camp and they can have the activity of sandboarding and watch the view of sunset and sunrise. You can also choose between camel trekking back to the town of Merzouga or a 4x4 vehicle.
- Q- Is there another activity I can do in the Merzouga desert?
- Of course; Days In Morocco Company recommend ATV Quads biking & Buggies around Merzouga sand dunes.
Overview: of 2 Nights Camel Trekking in Merzouga
If you visit Morocco and you don't visit the Merzouga desert then your trip will be considered incomplete. The Sahara desert of Morocco (Merzouga) is considered one of the best destinations in Morocco and in the world! Because of its impressive golden sand dunes called Erg Chebbi dunes and also because it has the most beautiful sunset and sunrise in the world.
One of the most popular things to do in Morocco is to discover the Sahara Desert dunes on a camel trek over Erg Chebbi dunes and spend a night or 2 nights in a Berber tent under the stars, and enjoy a performance of traditional Berber drum music played by local peoples. 2 nights camel trekking is the best activity in the desert of Merzouga.
This activity of the 2nights Merzouga camel trek will allow you to spend 2-night in a desert camp, before going to the camp you will enjoy a camel ride in golden sand dunes and see the beautiful view of the sunset, enjoying sandboarding. On the first night after a delicious dinner, time to listen to Berber music played by local nomads under stars, and if you love dancing you can dance on the tones of barbarian music. Next morning you'll wake up early to witness the beautiful sunrise over the amazing sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, and cast various shadows and colors over the sea of sand dunes. Then you will leave the dunes to take 4x4 to start your desert day tour, by visiting the nomads, the Gnaoua people.
Activity Program
- Merzouga Camel Trekking - Sunset - Desert camp - Dinner - Berber Drums - Night in tent
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This 2 nights Merzouga camel trip begins in the evening, 2 hours and a half before sunset, you'll ride the camels near sand dunes to sightsee a marvelous sunset in the middle of the Sahara Desert, and you will have the opportunity to try sandboarding. You will need a camera because you are going to take a lot of pictures and videos of these amazing golden sand dunes, and document your camel trek desert experience. After that, you will ride camels to the desert camp where you will spend the night, sit back while you sip on a Moroccan mint tea. Then you'll have time to explore the nearby dunes on foot to enjoy the striking landscape. After that, you'll have a delicious dinner under the stars, then it's time to listen to Berber music played by local nomads around the campfire, and if you love dancing you can dance to the tones of barbarian music, before falling asleep under the stars. Overnight in desert camp.
Accommodation Overnight stay in Merzouga.Meals Dinner
- Sunrise - Camel Trekking - Merzouga - 4x4 Excursion - Overnight in desert camp
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After a restful night under the star-studded desert sky, it won't be hard to wake up at dawn to marvel at an incredible sunrise over the differently shaped sand mounds. After that, you come back to the tents for breakfast, and later you'll ride the camels back to the hotel or riad where we organize our Morocco tours to take shower. Then you will take a 4x4 vehicle with a professional guide to start your desert day tour, the journey starts by visiting the nomads that still live in Berber tents in the middle of the Sahara desert; see how they are living and drink a cup of tea with them. After that, we'll drive to Meffis mines to discover how they work there. Afterward, we'll visit the small village of Khamilia where the Gnaoua people, you'll have firsthand experience with their music and lifestyle. The lunch will be with these black people. Later on, we go back to Merzouga to start planning to go back to the desert camp to spend your second night, you will enjoy another desert night. Next morning you'll ride the camels back to the hotel or riad where we organize our Morocco tours to take shower. Ends of our services.
Our 2-night camel trek in Morocco ends with your return to Merzouga village.
Driving distance Approximately 86 kilometersEstimated driving duration 1 hr 09 min (without traffic)Accommodation Overnight stay in Merzouga.Meals Breakfast Dinner
What's Included: Don't worry, we've got this covered.
Prices Included
- Transport by private vehicle with A/C;
- Experienced English - Spanish - French speaking guide/driver;
- Car Fuel;
- Car Insurance;
- Camel Guide;
- Camel ride in Sahara desert (Camel per person);
- 2 night stay at luxurious or standard desert camp (as your choice);
- 2 Dinner;
- 2 Breakfast;
- Sandboarding (Optional);
- Moroccan mint tea;
- Parking for your car;
Prices Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase);
- Personal travel insurance;
Additional
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required;
- Children's must be accompanied by an adult.
What to take on your Morocco Tour?
We strongly recommend using TSA-approved luggage locks on your bags and hand carry valuables on the plane.
Many of our trips require us to move our base several times, so we recommend that you pack as lightly as possible. There will not always be someone available to help you carry your bags so you should only bring as much as you can carry on your own.
We suggest that you bring the following items:
Clothing & Equipment- Season-specific casual clothes (men and women should always dress modestly out of respect for the culture they are visiting- no tank tops, low cut tops, or short shorts. It is not necessary to wear a headscarf.)
- Hiking clothes and shoes (NOTE: They can get quite dirty/dusty).
- Bathing suit.
- A pair of comfortable walking shoes.
- A light jacket/windbreaker (NOTE: It can be very windy in Essaouira).
- A warm jacket (NOTE: It can be quite cold in the High Atlas Mountains from November to March. Please pack appropriately for cold, winter evenings.).
- Power adaptor for 220v, 50 Hz (outlets are two-prong rounded).
- Toiletries.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and hat.
- First-aid kit with lip balm, aspirin, band-aids, cream for sore muscles (e.g. deep heat), Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, any extra prescription drugs you may be taking.
- Passport (with photocopies).
- Travel insurance (with photocopies).
- Airline tickets (with photocopies).
- Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required.
- Credit and/or debit card and/or cash (MasterCard and Visa are the most commonly used; American Express and Maestro cards are difficult to use in Morocco.)
- This document, printed.
In order to protect against any unforeseen circumstances, it is advisable to purchase adequate insurance before your date of departure. Coverage should include baggage damage or loss, flight delays or cancellations, etc. We recommend “World Nomads” for your Travel Insurance.
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Tourism Transport in Morocco - Our Cars
It's our goal to make memories that last a lifetime when you visit Morocco. That is we only offer the best at our disposal.
Our vehicles are fully-equipped for your comfort and adventure. Air conditioned and comfortable, these rugged vehicles are built for the road. Our cars have 6 seats. They're clean. The fleet includes the Toyota Prado TX, Toyota Prado VX, and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.
Our drivers are connoisseurs of their regions. No one knows Morocco better than them. When they bring you on your journey, it will feel like travelling with a trusted friend.
For groups ranging from 7 to 17 in size, we offer minibusses and minivans such as the Hyundai H-1 Minivan, Mercedes Minibus's, and the Mercedes Vito.
Feel free to travel with our guide by your own vehicle, if you have one. Or use our 4-wheeled-drive. The choice is always yours.
Toyota Prado TX (4x4)
- Capacity: 6 Seater;
- Fuel type: Diesel fuel;
- Air-conditioned car;
- Manual / Automatic.
Toyota Prado VX (4x4)
- Capacity: 6 Seater
- Fuel type: Diesel fuel
- Air-conditioned car;
- Manual.
Mercedes-Benz Vito
- Capacity: 7/8 Seater;
- Fuel type: Diesel fuel;
- Air-conditioned car;
- Manual / Automatic.
