Ride a camel with a Berber guide into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Stop on a high dune for the sunset or the first light of sunrise – the most magical moment of a trip to the Sahara.
About this activity
Duration about 1 h 30Sunset or sunrise ride
Berber camel guideSpeaks English, French and Spanish
Starts at our campKsar Tannamouste, Merzouga
Private or small groupFamilies and children welcome
Highlights
- Ride into the highest dunes of Erg Chebbi with a local Berber guide
- Watch the sunset or sunrise from the top of a dune
- Option to ride to our camp for dinner, music and a night in a tent
- Great photos in the golden light
Choose your option
Sunset camel rideAbout 1 h 30 – watch the sun set from a high dune.
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Sunrise camel rideLeave before dawn and see the first light over the Sahara.
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Camel trek + night at the campRide to our camp, dinner, Berber music and a night in a luxury tent.
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Camel trekking is the best way to feel the Sahara as the nomads did. Your guide leads the camels into the dunes at a slow, safe pace and stops on a high dune so you can sit on the sand and watch the sun go down.
On the sunrise ride you leave early in the morning (around 5–6 am, depending on the season) and arrive on a dune just before the first light. You can also combine the camel ride with a night in our luxury camp: dinner, Berber music by the fire and the sunrise the next morning.
Includes
- Camel and Berber camel guide
- Turban (cheche) to protect from sun and wind
- Photo stops on the dunes
Not included
- Transport to Merzouga
- Night at the camp (available as an option)
- Tips
Meeting point
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes and closed shoes or sandals
- Sunglasses and sun cream
- A warm layer for sunrise in winter
Good to know
- Times change with the season – we confirm them with you
- In summer we avoid the hottest hours of the day
- Ask us to combine this with a night in our camp
Customer reviews
Real reviews from guests who stayed with us.
An amazing desert experience not to be forgotten. Such a luxury experience in the middle of the Sahara: great tents, great service, great food and the view. The sunset camel ride was amazing and the sunrise from the camp was great.
✓ Guest of Camel Trips Luxury CampFour of us stayed in the camp for 2 days. We felt very welcome and safe since the moment we arrived, and our hosts were extremely attentive. We rode camels, tried sandboarding, listened to (and tried to play) Berber music, watched sunrise, sunset and the stars. Very recommended!
✓ Guest of Camel Trips Luxury CampThe staff was so entertaining! We enjoyed riding the camel and experienced the dunes fully, thanks to our guide! We want to go back with our kids and stay longer soon! They made our night fun and memorable!
✓ Guest of Camel Trips Luxury CampWe have spent the night in Camel Trips Luxury Camp and the camp is very good, with private bathroom and shower, and the people are very good. The food is very good and the camel ride is what I liked most on this trip.
✓ Guest of Camel Trips Luxury CampFrequently asked questions
Is the camel ride suitable for children?
Yes. Camels walk slowly and our guides always hold the rope. Small children can ride with an adult.
Sunset or sunrise – which is better?
Both are magical. Sunset is the most popular; sunrise is quieter and cooler. Many guests do sunset to the camp and sunrise the next morning.
How long is the camel ride?
About 1 h 30, including a stop on a high dune.
What should I wear?
Comfortable trousers, closed shoes or sandals, sunglasses and a scarf. We give you a turban (cheche) for sun and wind.
Can I ride to the camp and stay the night?
Yes. Ride to our camp, enjoy dinner and Berber music, sleep in a luxury tent and watch the sunrise.
How do I book?
Choose your date and press "Check availability" – we reply on WhatsApp, usually the same day.
