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We have put together a list of activities that you should know when visiting Merzouga.
Merzouga or the sahara desert of Morocco is considred 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. There are many things to do in Merzouga(Erg Chebbi dunes), which made the area and Morocco a travel destination.
” There is no complete trip to Morocco without visiting its beautiful Sahara Desert”. So, if you plan to visit Morocco, Merzouga is a must to visit. There are many things to do in Merzouga Morocco to get a full desert experience that you will never forget. Bellow, you will find the best things to do in Merzouga Erg Chebbi dunes.
There are many things why you shoud visit the Sahara desert of Merzouga, here are a few reasons:
If you’re currently in two minds as whether you should visit Merzouga desert or not, here’s your answer: Yes.
The first thing that most travelers to Morocco know about the country is desert, then comes camels, because when there’s desert usually there are camels. They’re the old way of crossing any desert, and in Merzouga desert you can experience this old transportation.
Camel trekking in Merzouga sahara is the first activity that has been offered to its guests, it’s one of the best things to do in Merzouga desert. It’s a must when visiting Merzouga or let’s say when visiting Morocco! You’ll ride camels on the orange sand dunes, and realize how was traveling a long time ago.
There are three options that Morocco Fabulous Travel company suggests to experience camel trekking in Merzouga:
Camel ride for sunset in Merzouga activity will let you ride camels on sand dunes and watch an amazing sunset over Erg Chebbi dunes. This Morocco camel trekking in Merzouga for sundown starts at least one hour before the sun goes down. You’ll spend about half an hour riding camels to reach a high dune from where you’ll watch a fantabulous sunset. After the sun has set, you’ll camel trek back to the town, and end of this activity.
Information about this Camel riding for sundown:
To book camel trekking for sunset activity and for more information, contact Morocco Fabulous Travel.
Camel ride for sunrise is the perfect way to greet a new day in the desert. Well, there’s something quite romantic about watching sunrise, whether that’s with your partner, friend or your family. Merzouga’s sunrise is one of the world’s most iconic sunrises, that’s why Morocco Fabulous Travel company gives an oportonity to catch the sunrise from a high dune of Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy watching the sun rising, and the sand dunes turning orange.
Information about camel trekking for sunrise activity in Merzouga:
Contact Morocco Fabulous Travel for more info and for booking this activity.
Overnight camel trek in Merzouga desert is the most exciting thing to do in Merzouga. Camel ride to a desert camp in Morocco is the best option for those who want to have a peaceful night in the middle of nowhere, under a stary sky.
It’s just about two hours from the town of Merzouga, during this time you’ll have a stop to watch sunset from a high dune and also to try sandboarding, then carry on camel riding to your camp. We’ll ensure that you get a private tent, and not finding yourself sleeping with a stranger!
The next day, it’s preferable to set your alarm before the sunrise time, and climb up the nearby high dune. It’s hard, but it’s worth the work. You’ll catch a spectacular sunrise, which may be the best in your life. After watching the sunrise, you’ll find a delicious breakfast in the camp.
You can choose between camel trekking back to the town of Merzouga or a 4×4 vehicle.
Information about camel trekking and camping in the desert activity.
NOTE: You can also go camel trekking for two nights in the desert or more.
To book this activity and for more info, contact us.
Excursion by jeep in Merzouga desert is the best activity to explore many interesting things around Erg Chebbi dunes, such as the close beautiful lake ( Dayet Srij ), which’s the best area in Morocco for spotting many desert birds, the lake even attracts flocks of flamingos.
The 4×4 excursion around Erg Chebbi dunes includes a visit to the village of Khamlia, whose inhabitants are believed to be originally escaped from the Africa’s southern countries during the slavery age. This frontier town is home to Gnawa musicians, you’ll have an opportunity to listen to their amazing music style. Then, not far away from the town and from the borders between Morocco and Algeria, there is another village called M’ifis, but this one is very old and abandoned too! it contains mines of Galena, one of the oldest uses of galena in Merzouga was as cosmetic to darken the eyes. The locals still use it nowadays, especially during a wedding.
Your tour around the sand dunes of Merzouga by 4×4 vehicle contains a visitation to a nomadic family near the borders of Morocco and Algeria, you’ll have enough time here to know about their culture while having a cup of tea in one of their traditional berber tents.
This exploratory activity can start any time during the day, but it’s preferable to start it at 10:00 am or at 04:00 pm.
For booking this activity, contact us now.
If you’re looking for an ultimate off-road vehicle for getting up close and personal with the sand dunes in Merzouga, then quad bike is your great choice. This ATV quad biking experience in Merzouga will get your adrenaline pumping, the adventure will take you on a scenic trail through Erg Chebbi dunes.
All Morocco Fabulous Travel quad bikes are fully automatic and easy to ride, so the license and riding experience are not necessary. Our experienced and friendly quad biking guide will lead you through a safety briefing.
To book this ATV quad biking in Merzouga, and for more information, contact us.
Enjoy thrills and fun with buggy driving adventure in Merzouga desert. By taking a buggy driving experience with us you’ll have an exciting and comfortable drive through the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Even the famous singers Daddy Yankee and RedOne came to experience our amazing buggy driving excursion.
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Horseback riding is an activity that you can do in Merzouga desert with us. Enjoy the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi dunes on horseback, with well trained horses. Before the horse riding tour starts, we’ll tell you how to control and manage your horse. Our experienced and friendly horseback riding guide will accompany you during the ride, and tell you more instructions.
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There’re six options you can use to get to Merzouga desert:
The distance between Marrakech and Merzouga is 563,7 Km via N9.
Driving from Marrakech to Merzouga is 9 hours by a private car and 12 hours by a Supratour bus.
The distance between Fes and Merzouga is 470 km via N13.
Driving from Fes to Merzouga is 7 hours by a private car and 09h45min by a Supratour bus.
There are many things to see and do in Merzouga, we suggest to spend at least two nights.
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