From
About 4 Hours
20 People
Hotel / Airport
12+ Years
Cultural, Wildlife, Adventure
Hotel / Airport
Overview:
Merzouga Desert 4×4 Excursion will allow you to explore all that is interesting in the desert of Merzouga, Erg Chebbi. You can visit the Merzouga seasonal lake, Khamlia for some Gnawa, the lead mines in Mifis and the nomad families who live in Berber style tents.
We offer Merzouga desert excursions in 4×4 to explore and visit all the interesting sites around the Erg Chebbi sand dunes and the Merzouga Desert. We enjoy the landscape around the dunes as we drive the 4WD vehicle.
It is a challenging drive to navigate between the dunes. Explore the Merzouga dunes in different ways as a desert adventure.
Merzouga has a beautiful landscape and quaint villages that can be explored by 4x4s.
The Merzouga Excursion begins at our location. You will then drive along the famous Paris Dakar Rally route, through desert dunes with black volcanic stones. Visit the Merzouga seasonal Lake.
Stop at Khamlia Village to listen to Gnawa music and mingle with locals. You will need to tip the Gnawa musicians or buy a CD for about 10 EUR.
Mefes, a small, almost abandoned town, is located on the other side from the Erg Chebbi sand dunes. It’s known for its mineral mines, such as zinc, iron and lead. Since the French colonization, these mines were started.
We continue our 4WD tour to visit nomadic people who live in Berber tents at the edge of Erg Chebbi dune. In this Merzouga Excursion, you will also discover the gardens in Hassi Labied village.
Merzouga is often portrayed as a dusty, cozy town. It lies at the edge of the Sahara Desert which stretches across the majority of northern Africa.
This small Moroccan village is located near the largest dunes in Morocco, Erg Chebbi. Merzouga, despite being a humble town, is a wonderful destination with countless fun and exciting things to do. Merzouga is not only known for its wonderful accommodations, non-pretentious hotel, and private villas. It also offers a wide variety of fine restaurants and internet cafes.
In order to enjoy all of these exciting activities, visitors must have a comfortable place to stay. Merzouga has a good number of rooms that have a private bathroom, allowing for maximum comfort and relaxation. Its guests are not only impressed by its ultra-modern and classy decor and setting, but also with the extras and services it offers.
Both Zagora and Merzouga offer unique desert experiences, but Merzouga is often preferred for its larger dunes and more varied activities.
To fully experience Merzouga and its surroundings, it’s recommended to stay for at least 2 to 3 days.
The cost of sandboarding in Merzouga is 10€.
Yes, Merzouga desert is generally safe for tourists, especially when traveling with reputable tour operators who prioritize safety measures.
Merzouga is part of the Sahara Desert, so when you visit Merzouga, you are experiencing a part of the larger Sahara Desert.
Merzouga offers a range of accommodation options, including traditional desert camps, luxury camps, and guesthouses. It depends on your preferences and budget.
The temperature in the Sahara Desert can drop significantly at night, often reaching chilly or even cold temperatures, especially during winter months. It’s advisable to bring warm clothing.
The distance from Tangier to Merzouga is approximately 850 kilometers by road.
The distance from Fes to Merzouga is around 470 kilometers by road.
Marrakech to Merzouga is approximately 560 kilometers by road.
Incredible experience!!! I never imagined I would love Morocco this much. Said has a great infrastructure and everything you need he provides. Very nice person and the trip has a special character. You really get to know the real Moroccan culture.
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