Night In The Sahara Desert Of Morocco
A Complete Guide to Spending a Night in Merzouga Desert
Enjoy Authentic Glamping During Your Night in Morocco's Sahara Desert Camping
A Night in the Sahara Desert of Morocco is a must-do experience that offers peace, beauty, and a true escape from everyday life. Watch the sunset over golden dunes, ride camels, and sleep under the stars in one of the world’s most magical landscapes.
Want to explore even more? Extend your adventure with two nights in Merzouga luxury desert camp and fully embrace the magic of the desert.
How To Get To Sahara Desert?
Getting to The Sahara Desert
By tourist transport
Hiring a travel company for your desert tour in Morocco is a smart way to simplify your trip and save valuable time. Professional travel agencies offer a variety of well-organized Morocco desert tours, departing from major cities such as Marrakech, Fes, Ouarzazate, and Errachidia. Whether you’re planning a short getaway or a multi-day adventure, a trusted tour operator can help you make the most of your Sahara desert experience.
By A Rental Car
Driving a rental car in Morocco can be a fun and flexible way to explore the country. Most main roads are well-maintained and easy to navigate. However, when heading toward the desert region, especially near our luxury desert camp in Morocco, you’ll need to adjust your route. Standard vehicles should be parked in the village of Tighmert, where you can continue your journey by camel ride or a 4×4 transfer directly to the camp. It’s all part of the adventure!
By public transport
There are several public buses and Grand Taxis available from different cities to the Sahara desert. However, these options often involve multiple stops to drop off other travelers, which means you might miss the magical sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes. If you plan to spend only one night in Merzouga, a private taxi is a much better choice to ensure a timely arrival.
For the best experience, we highly recommend booking a private tour to Merzouga arranged by a trusted tour company. This way, you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey and make the most of your night in the Sahara Desert of Morocco.
By Air Plane or Jet
The nearest airports to the Sahara Desert, specifically the Erg Chebbi dunes and Merzouga, are Errachidia (Moulay Ali Cherif Airport – ERH), Ouarzazate (OZZ), and Zagora Airport. You can fly into any of these airports, and we’ll be happy to arrange your transfers to the desert camp.
Affordable flights are available from major Moroccan cities such as Casablanca, Marrakech, Fes, Agadir, and Tangier, with airlines like Air Arabia and Royal Air Maroc offering regular routes. Flying to these airports is the easiest way to start your unforgettable Sahara desert adventure in Merzouga.
Sunset camel ride across the dunes
Sunset Camel Ride Over the golden dunes
Traditional Dress Will make you like a local, not A tourist!
To fully immerse yourself in the experience of a camel ride in the Sahara Desert at sunset and feel like a true nomad, wearing traditional local dress is a great option. Turbans and robes come in several colors, allowing you to choose your favorite style. It’s best to shop for these items along the way to the Sahara Desert, as they may not be available once you arrive at the camel park.
Your camel guide will happily assist you in tying your headscarf properly, adding an authentic touch to your desert adventure.
Riding your camel is made easy with the camel man!
Your camel guide, often called the Camel Man, will assist you in mounting and riding your dromedary, ensuring you enjoy a comfortable and memorable trek across the Sahara Desert. Many camels already have names, but you’re welcome to give yours a new one—they are beautiful and patient animals.
After the trek, your guide might show you some fossilized stones. While purchasing them is optional, tipping your camel guide is always appreciated for their helpful service during your camel trek in Morocco.
Arrive at the desert camp in the middle of nowhere
Overnight in the Sahara desert Camp
Welcoming fresh Mint tea with Moroccan cookies on arrival
Upon arrival at our Sahara Desert camp, our professional and friendly staff will warmly welcome you with traditional Moroccan hospitality. Relax with a refreshing cup of mint tea as you take in the stunning desert landscape surrounding the camp. Shortly after, you’ll be escorted to your private luxury tent, designed for comfort and an unforgettable glamping experience in the heart of the Moroccan desert.
Luxury tent - Shower time - Get ready for dinner
Check into your private luxury tent and unwind with a hot shower to refresh after your journey. Charge your phone or other devices using the in-tent outlets, then get ready to enjoy a delicious, traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars.
Dinner Time Followed by Local Party around the fire place
Take your seat at a beautifully set table inside the dining tent, where our attentive staff will serve you a flavorful Moroccan dinner. After your meal, gather around the glowing campfire to enjoy traditional Berber drum music and dance beneath a sky filled with a billion stars over the Sahara Desert.
Starry night in the Sahara desert & Silence
Under the vast Sahara Desert sky, lay back and lose yourself in a mesmerizing blanket of stars that illuminate the night with breathtaking brilliance. In the stillness of the desert, silence speaks—whispering ancient secrets only the cosmos can understand.
Happy Mornings in The Sahara desert
Sunrise Time & Breakfast
Sunrise in the orange sand dunes is spectacular!
Wake up early to witness one of the most breathtaking sunrises in the Sahara Desert. Take a peaceful walk into the golden dunes surrounding the desert camp, or hike up the nearby hill for sweeping panoramic views. Find a quiet spot on the soft sand, sit back, and soak in the serene beauty of the desert morning.
Hot Refreshing Shower & Breakfast
Return to your luxury desert camp for a refreshing hot shower, then enjoy a delicious Moroccan breakfast either inside the spacious green dining tent or outside on the terrace with stunning desert views.
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Sleeping in the Sahara desert experiences in Morocco.
We had a wonderful experience at the white camp! The tents are beautiful and the beds are the best (and biggest) we enjoyed so far in Morocco.
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We would love to welcome you to our gorgeous desert camp in the breathtaking Sahara desert of Morocco.
- The White Camp, Merzouga, Erg Chebbi dunes, Morocco
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Merzouga Sahara Desert Night FAQ
A night in the Sahara Desert of Morocco offers a magical glimpse into the beauty and silence of the dunes. With just one night, you can enjoy a sunset camel trek, a traditional Moroccan dinner, and stargazing around the campfire. However, many travelers find that one night feels too short to truly relax and take in everything the desert has to offer.
If you’re looking for a more complete experience, consider staying longer. A second night gives you more time to explore the area, try activities like sandboarding, visit nomadic families, and fully enjoy the peaceful rhythm of the desert. One night is memorable—but two nights can be unforgettable.
Temperatures in the Sahara desert can drastically decrease after sundown, dropping from an average high of 36 degrees Celsius during the day to an average low of minus 4 degrees Celsius at night.
Camping under the stars is the best way to experience a night in the Sahara Desert. Our camp might be an extremely luxurious glamping setup or just plain simple, basic Berber-style desert camp(the standard desert camp is coming soon onsite).
There are several Morocco desert tours that will allow you to spend a night in the Sahara desert, including the 1-2-3 days desert tours
- 2 days trip from Fes to Merzouga desert
- 3 days trip from Marrakech to Merzouga desert
- 1 day trip from Ouarzazate to Merzouga desert
- 2 days trip from Errachidia to Merzouga desert.
Note that we can provide you with a customized tour that can include more than one night in the Sahara desert camp.
Visit the Sahara desert from Marrakech on well-organized Morocco desert trips, which will save you time!
Short round trips from Marrakech start from 2 to 5 days which you can choose depending on your travel time in Morocco.
Bear in mind, that each Sahara desert tour from Marrakech can end in Fes city.
Now, how long do you intend to stay in the Sahara desert?