Merzouga · Sahara Desert

Camel Ride at Sunset

The classic Sahara moment: a slow camel walk over the dunes at golden hour.

Camel Trekking

See the Dunes the Old Way

A camel ride is the best way to feel the real Sahara. You sit high on your camel and follow a local Berber guide across the soft dunes of Erg Chebbi, just like the old desert caravans.

We go at sunset or sunrise, when the light is soft and the sand changes color. You stop on top of a big dune to watch the sun and take great photos, then ride back to the camp for tea.

Highlights

Why Guests Love It

Golden hour light

Sunset and sunrise make the dunes glow.

Local Berber guide

Your guide leads the camel and shares desert stories.

Easy for everyone

No experience needed. Kids love it too.

Photo stops

Time on the dune top for pictures.

Calm and slow

A quiet ride with only the sound of the wind.

Close to camp

The ride starts right from Merry Desert Camp.

Good to Know

Camel Ride at Sunset

Duration

About 1 to 2 hours

Best time

Sunset or sunrise

Level

Easy, all ages

Guide

Local Berber camel guide

Start

From the camp

Bring

Scarf, sunglasses, camera

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Reservations

Book Your Desert Stay

Send us your dates and we will reply to confirm your tent.

Ready for Your Desert Adventure?

Climb on, sit back and let the camel show you the desert.

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