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Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride in Erg Chebbi Dunes
Desert Experience

Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride in Erg Chebbi Dunes

📍 Merzouga, Sahara Desert⏱️ 2 Hours€25

Quick Answer

A sunset camel ride in Merzouga takes about 2 hours and costs around €25 per person. Leaving from Merzouga village, you ride through Erg Chebbi’s 150-meter sand dunes, stop at the crest for sunset photos, enjoy mint tea, and return before twilight.

What to Expect

Mounting your camel at the edge of the desert, you gently sway across golden sand dunes as shadows stretch across the Sahara. Your Berber guide navigates the ridges to position you atop the highest dune for panoramic views as the sun turns the dunes amber and rose-red.

What's Included

  • Guided camel trek with experienced Berber camel handler
  • Traditional cheche (Saharan turban scarf) wrapping demonstration
  • Sunset photo stops atop 150-meter sand dunes
  • Berber mint tea break in the dunes

Activity FAQs

Is camel riding comfortable for beginners?

Yes! Our camels are well-trained and fitted with padded traditional saddles. Your guide walks alongside throughout the trek.

What time does the sunset camel trek depart?

Tours depart approximately 1.5 hours before sunset (varies between 4:30 PM in winter and 6:30 PM in summer).

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