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Camels crossing the dunes
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Golden hour in the Sahara
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A desert camp
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The Sahara dunes · Desert

Merzouga (Erg Chebbi)

The golden dunes of Erg Chebbi rise up to 150 metres. Ride a camel at sunset, spend the night in a desert camp under the stars and wake up for the sunrise.

Must-see places

  • The Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Khamlia village
  • Rissani market
  • Lake Dayet Srji

Things to do

  • Camel ride at sunset
  • Night in a desert camp
  • Gnawa music night
  • Sandboarding
  • Quad or buggy ride
  • 4x4 desert tour
  • Stargazing

Travel time

  • From Fès: about 7 h 15 by car
  • From Marrakech: about 9 h 30 by car

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