Desert camp
Stay at our camp in the Sahara
Standard and luxury tents in the dunes near Merzouga. Come on your own, and we take you to camp by camel or 4×4.
Desert camp & private circuits · Morocco
Sleep at our camp in the dunes of Merzouga, or travel there on a private circuit from Marrakech, Fes or Casablanca.
What we offer
Standard and luxury tents in the dunes near Merzouga. Come on your own, and we take you to camp by camel or 4×4.
From Marrakech, Fes or Casablanca to the desert, planned with you, with nights at our camp on the way.
The desert camp
Our camp sits in the dunes near Merzouga, with lantern-lit paths, a dining tent and a fire terrace under the stars. Choose the tent that suits you.
Proper beds and warm blankets for a real night in the dunes.
For a special night in the desert. We send what each tent includes with our reply.
Arrive in Merzouga by car, bus or taxi. We meet you and take you to camp.
Book the campOur circuits
No crowded bus and no fixed timetable. We plan each trip with you, then a local driver takes you across the country at your pace.
Every circuit is for your group alone, from the first pickup to the last drop-off.
Apply with your dates and wishes. We send a program built around them, and you change what you like.
Drivers and guides from the south of Morocco who know the roads and the desert.
A real evening
Filmed one night at camp: the lantern-lit path, the fire terrace and live music under the stars. Turn the sound on and you are almost there.
Circuits
Choose the circuit that fits your time and starting city, and apply. We send you the full program and price on WhatsApp.
Every journey includes
Ride out with a local guide while the sand turns from gold to red.
Dinner at a desert camp, then drums around the fire.
Far from any city light. Most guests say this is the part they remember.
On the road with Desertiva
Mountain passes, gorges, mint tea, tagine and nights at camp. Tap any photo to see it larger.
Reviews
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Your own route
Tell us your dates, your group and what you want to see. We build a private circuit around it, from one night in the desert to two weeks across Morocco.
Plan a custom tripGetting there
| From | Distance | By road |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | ≈ 560 km | 9–10 h |
| Fes | ≈ 470 km | 7–8 h |
| Ouarzazate | ≈ 370 km | 5–6 h |
| Errachidia airport | ≈ 130 km | ≈ 2 h |
Road distances to Merzouga. We split long drives over two or three days, and pick you up at airports in Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca and Errachidia.
When to go
Winter nights in the desert get cold and summer afternoons pass 40°C. We adjust every trip to the season.
Travel guides
Practical answers to the questions travellers ask us most.
By car, bus or plane from Marrakech, Fes and Casablanca.
Read the guide →
Month by month: heat, cold nights, wind and crowds.
Read the guide →A simple list for a night at camp and a road trip.
Read the guide →Book
Send your request and we reply on WhatsApp or by email with availability and price. Nothing is paid at this step.
Questions
Yes. Many guests drive or take the bus to Merzouga and stay only at our camp. Book the camp above and tell us how you arrive; we meet you and take you to camp.
We contact you on WhatsApp or by email, usually within a day, with the full program, availability and price. Nothing is paid until you confirm.
Yes. Every tour is private, so we can add a night, skip a stop or start from another city. Write it in your message.
Yes, from Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca and Errachidia. Add your flight details to your application.
A scarf, sunglasses, sunscreen, a warm layer for the evening and closed shoes. We send a full list with your program.
Desertiva assistant
Ask anything about the camp and circuits, or tell me your plans and I fill the booking form.
AI assistant. Our team confirms every booking personally.