Sahara Desert Activities in Merzouga

The camel trek at sunset was the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. The light on the dunes, the silence, the colours — nothing prepares you for how breathtaking Erg Chebbi is. Sahara Dunes Camp made it completely magical.

We booked the romantic tent and did every activity the camp offered. The Berber dinner under the stars was the highlight of our honeymoon — the food, the music, the setting. Nothing in Morocco comes close to this experience.

I came alone and left with memories for a lifetime. The stargazing session blew my mind — I had never seen the Milky Way like that. The guide knew every constellation. Pure, genuine, unforgettable.

Our kids absolutely loved the sandboarding! They were up and down the dunes for over an hour. As parents we were relieved the guide was so attentive and patient. Safe, fun and an experience they will talk about for years.

I came specifically for the sunrise dune walk and photography. The guide timed it perfectly — we were on the ridge just as the light turned golden. Every shot from that morning looks like a professional film set. Exceptional.

The sandboarding on Erg Chebbi is not a gimmick — those dunes are genuinely massive and the ride is real. Combine it with a camel trek back to camp and you have the perfect desert afternoon. Brilliant organisation from the camp team.

As someone of Moroccan heritage living abroad, this trip was deeply emotional. The Berber dinner brought back my grandmother’s cooking. The warmth and authenticity of the camp team is something money cannot manufacture. I cried happy tears.

We were a group of 8 and the camp handled every detail perfectly. The activities were spread across two days and felt unhurried. The camel trek, the Berber dinner, and waking up for the sunrise — each one stood alone as a world-class experience.

Japanese guests sometimes feel nervous about language barriers, but Sahara Dunes Camp made me feel completely at ease. The sunrise walk was conducted in peaceful near-silence which I deeply appreciated. The sky at dawn here is otherworldly.

This was our second visit in two years. We came back specifically for the stargazing and camel trek. Everything was just as perfect as we remembered. The camp feels like a hidden secret — please do not make it too famous!

Four of us came for a weekend desert escape. The Berber dinner was a highlight — the tagine was the best I have eaten anywhere in Morocco, and that is saying something. We danced to the Gnawa music until midnight. Absolutely loved it.

I had been to many camps in the Sahara before but Sahara Dunes Camp is different — it feels personal and genuine. The sandboarding guide was funny, patient and clearly loved his job. Great value, great memories, great people.

I do yoga every morning and asked if I could practice on the dunes at sunrise. Not only did they say yes, they set up a mat for me on the ridge before the sunrise walk. That session — sun rising over the Sahara while I practiced — was transcendent.

We brought our three children aged 5, 9 and 13. Every child loved something different — the youngest loved the camels, the middle one loved sandboarding, and our teenager was obsessed with the telescope at the stargazing session. Perfect for families.

I was nervous travelling solo as a woman but felt completely safe and respected from arrival to departure. The evening activities were social enough that I met other guests, but the camp also gave me space when I wanted solitude. Highly recommend for solo women.

We came to celebrate our 10th anniversary. The camp surprised us with a private candlelit Berber dinner on a dune — completely unexpected and overwhelmingly beautiful. My wife still talks about it every day. Five stars is not enough.

I lead photography workshops and brought a group of 12 students. The sunrise timing and positioning suggested by our guide was perfect for golden-hour shots. Every student came away with portfolio-worthy images. I will bring another group next year.

We specifically chose Sahara Dunes Camp because of their respectful treatment of camels and the environment. Everything we observed confirmed their values — the animals were healthy, the camp was clean, and the activities felt sustainable and thoughtful. Rare and wonderful.

I am 68 years old and have travelled to over 70 countries. The camel trek into the dunes at Sahara Dunes Camp was among the top five experiences of my life. The silence, the scale, the colours at dusk — this is what travel is for. Do not wait until retirement to come.

I came seeking stillness and found it in abundance. The early morning walk in the dunes, the meditation space, the absence of Wi-Fi and noise — Sahara Dunes Camp gave me exactly what I needed. The Berber mint tea at sunrise is a ritual I now perform at home every day.