Sahara Desert Travel Guide | Morocco's Golden Dunes & Starry Nights

Welcome to the Sahara

The Sahara Desert is the world's largest hot desert, stretching across North Africa. Morocco's portion offers some of the most accessible and breathtaking desert landscapes, with towering golden dunes, traditional Berber culture, and unforgettable stargazing.

Experience the magic of Erg Chebbi's majestic dunes near Merzouga, which can reach heights of up to 150 meters. The silence of the desert, the warmth of Berber hospitality, and the spectacular sunrises and sunsets create memories that last a lifetime.

150m High Dunes

World's Largest Hot Desert

Berber Communities

Incredible Stargazing

Top Sahara Experiences

Discover unforgettable activities in Morocco's majestic desert.

Camel Trekking

Experience the traditional way to traverse the desert on a gentle camel ride across golden dunes to watch spectacular sunsets or sunrises.

From 200 MAD 2-4 Hours

Berber Desert Camp

Spend a night in a traditional Berber tent under the starry Saharan sky, enjoy local cuisine, and experience authentic desert hospitality.

From 400 MAD Overnight

Sandboarding

Ride down the magnificent dunes on a sandboard for an adrenaline-filled adventure in the golden sands of Erg Chebbi.

From 150 MAD 1-2 Hours

Desert Stargazing

With minimal light pollution, the Sahara offers some of the world's best stargazing opportunities. Marvel at the Milky Way in crystal clarity.

Included in Camp Evening Activity

4x4 Desert Adventure

Explore remote areas of the desert in a 4x4 vehicle, visiting oases, fossil sites, and nomadic settlements inaccessible by camel.

From 600 MAD Half Day

Sunrise & Sunset Views

Witness the magical transformation of the desert as the sun rises or sets, painting the dunes in shades of gold, orange, and red.

Free Daily Spectacle

Desert Tour Packages

Choose from our carefully curated Sahara experiences.

Classic Overnight Desert Tour

The quintessential Sahara experience: camel trek at sunset, traditional Berber dinner, overnight in desert camp, sunrise camel ride, and breakfast.

2 Days / 1 Night Desert Camp Stay All Meals Included

From 800 MAD/person

Luxury Desert Experience

Indulge in a premium Sahara experience with private camel trek, luxury desert camp with en-suite facilities, gourmet dining, and private guide.

2 Days / 1 Night Luxury Camp Private Experience

From 1500 MAD/person

Sahara Adventure Tour

For the active traveler: sandboarding, 4x4 dune bashing, extended camel trekking, and exploration of remote desert areas with an adventure guide.

3 Days / 2 Nights Active Experience Remote Exploration

From 1200 MAD/person

Desert Astronomy Tour

A specialized experience for astronomy enthusiasts with telescope observation, guided stargazing session, and photography opportunities of the Milky Way.

2 Days / 1 Night Astronomy Focus Photography Tips

From 1000 MAD/person

Practical Desert Information

Essential tips for your Sahara adventure.

Getting There

9-10 hour drive from Marrakech
Fly to Errachidia (3 hours drive)
Bus services available
Base in Merzouga or Rissani

Best Time to Visit

Oct-Apr: Pleasant daytime temps
Dec-Feb: Cold nights (bring layers)
May-Sep: Extremely hot days
Mar-May: Possible sandstorms

What to Pack

Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Light, loose clothing for day
Warm layers for cold nights
Camera, extra batteries

Health & Safety

Stay hydrated - drink plenty of water
Protect against sun exposure
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Never venture into desert alone

Sahara Desert