Merzouga Desert Camel Ride & Sandboarding Experience
Choose your date & time
Experience highlights
- Ride a camel through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi
- Experience sandboarding in the Sahara
- Combine a traditional desert activity with an exciting adventure
- Explore the dunes with local guides
- Enjoy memorable photo opportunities
- Option to arrange the experience around sunset
Combine a traditional camel trek with the thrill of sandboarding across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
About this experience
Discover the Erg Chebbi dunes through two different desert experiences: camel trekking and
sandboarding.
Begin your adventure with a camel trek through the golden dunes, accompanied by a local guide
who will lead you along a selected desert route. Enjoy the peaceful rhythm of the camels while
taking in the vast Sahara landscape.
Continue with the excitement of sandboarding. Your guide will provide the equipment and explain
the basic techniques before you try sliding across the desert dunes.
Both activities can be completed on the same day, with the order arranged according to your
preference. If you would like to experience the desert at its most atmospheric, sunset timing can
also be arranged upon request.
What's included
- Camel trekking experience
- Sandboarding experience
- Local guides
- Camel and sandboarding equipment
- Safety instructions
- Selected desert routes
- Photo stops
- Sunset timing option upon request
Not included
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Any additional services not specifically mentioned
- Transportation can be arranged from your location for an additional cost based on the distance.
Meeting point
Erg Chebbi Desert, Merzouga, Morocco
Important information
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Location: Erg Chebbi Desert, Merzouga, Morocco
Price: 48$ per person
Age: 10–70 years
Children under 10: Not permitted to participate
A designated meeting point will be provided after booking.
Transportation: Not included; available as an optional extra according to distance.
The experience can be booked during the day.
Sunset timing can be arranged upon request.
The two activities can be arranged in the order preferred by the guest.
Food and drinks are not included but can be requested separately.
If weather conditions are unsuitable, the experience can be postponed or a refund can be requested.
Languages: English, French, Arabic and Spanish.
Frequently asked questions
What age is this experience suitable for?
The experience is available for participants from 10 to 70 years old. Children under 10 cannot participate.
Can I choose which activity comes first?
Yes. The camel trek and sandboarding can be arranged in the order you prefer.
Can I book the experience around sunset?
Yes. Sunset timing can be arranged upon request.
Is transportation included?
No. A meeting point is provided. Transportation can be arranged from your location for an additional cost based
on the distance.
Are food and drinks included?
No. They are not included, but can be arranged separately upon request.
Do I need previous experience?
No previous camel trekking or sandboarding experience is required. Guidance is provided for both activities.
Can both activities be done on the same day?
Yes. Both activities are designed to be completed during the same day.
What happens if the weather is unsuitable?
The experience can be postponed. If you prefer not to reschedule, you can request a refund according to the
applicable booking conditions.
Cancellation & refund policy
48 hours before start
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