Our desert camp sits in the dunes near Merzouga, in south-east Morocco, where the Sahara's highest sand dunes begin. You sleep in a standard or luxury tent, eat in the dining tent and spend the evening by the fire under more stars than you have ever seen. We bring you in by camel or by 4×4.
What a night at the camp is like
Most guests arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon. Our team meets you in the village, you leave your car or big bags, and you ride into the dunes as the light turns gold. By the time you reach camp the sand is pink, then red, then dark.
The camp is lit by lanterns. There is a dining tent, a fire terrace where the evening ends with music, and the tents themselves, set apart from each other in the sand. In the morning, climb the nearest dune for sunrise before breakfast and the ride back.
Standard or luxury tent
Standard tents are simple and warm: proper beds and thick blankets, which you will need on winter nights. Luxury tents give you more space and more comfort for a slower stay. Tell us how many people are in each tent (single, double, twin, triple or family) and we will confirm exactly what your tent includes when we reply.
Want the full comparison? Read about our luxury desert camp in Merzouga.
How you get to the camp
- By camel: the classic way, slow and quiet, at sunset.
- By 4×4: quicker, good with luggage, children or late arrivals.
- Back the next day: by 4×4, or by camel at sunrise.
You can reach Merzouga on your own by car, bus or taxi. It is about 560 km from Marrakech and 470 km from Fes. Our guide to getting to Merzouga has the routes, buses and airports. If you would rather not drive, come on one of our private desert tours.
Things to do from the camp
- Sunset and sunrise camel rides in the dunes
- Quad biking (ATV) and dune buggies
- For stays of two nights or more: a camel trek to the oasis, and a 4×4 tour of the desert with tea at a nomad family
- Stargazing: the sky here is very dark and very clear, especially in winter
See all the things to do in Merzouga.
How many nights?
One night is enough to see a sunset, a night sky and a sunrise. Two nights give you a full day in the desert for the oasis trek, the 4×4 tour or simply doing nothing in the shade. Many guests who come from far say they wish they had stayed one more night.
When to come
October to April is the best time: warm days and cool nights. Winter nights can drop close to 0 °C, so bring a warm layer. In summer afternoons pass 40 °C, so activities move to early morning and evening. More in our guide to the best time to visit the Sahara.
Ask for availability
Plan your Sahara trip with us
Send your dates and we reply on WhatsApp or by email, usually within a day, with availability and the price. Nothing is paid until you confirm.
How booking works
- Send a request with your dates, the number of nights and your tents.
- We reply on WhatsApp or by email, usually within a day, with availability and the price.
- You confirm only if it suits you. Nothing is paid when you send the request.
Questions
Where exactly is the camp?
In the Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga village, in the Errachidia province of south-east Morocco. We meet you in Merzouga and take you to camp by camel or 4×4.
Can I book the camp without a tour?
Yes. Many guests drive themselves or come by bus and book only the camp. Choose the camp form when you send your request.
Can children stay at the camp?
Yes. Choose a family tent and tell us the children's ages so we can prepare the tent and suggest the right activities.
Is it cold at night?
From December to February nights can be close to freezing. The tents have warm blankets, and you should bring a warm layer for the evening by the fire.
How much does a night at the camp cost?
It depends on the tent type, the number of people, the number of nights and the season. Send a request and we reply with the exact price, usually within a day.
Updated 08/11/2026 by the Desertiva team in Merzouga.