Trekking in Merzouga

The Trekking in Merzouga is for travellers who want to slow down and feel the desert on foot. Walking with a local guide and, if you wish, a camel to carry your bags, you cross the dunes and reach a camp far from the crowds — the quiet, authentic side of the Sahara.

With Best Sahara Tours the Trekking in Merzouga is run by local guides who know these dunes intimately — where the light is best, which routes are safe, and how to make the most of your time in the Sahara. Equipment, briefing and safety gear are all included.

Here is what to expect: after a short safety briefing you head out into the dunes with your guide, at a pace that suits your group. There is time to stop for photos, to take in the immense scale of Erg Chebbi, and to feel the extraordinary quiet of the Sahara. The Trekking in Merzouga typically lasts between one and three hours depending on the option you choose, and can be arranged almost any day of the year.

Whether you are staying a single night or basing yourself in Merzouga for longer, the Trekking in Merzouga slots neatly around camel treks, camp nights and 4x4 excursions. We can combine several activities into a half or full day so you get the most out of the desert.

Many travellers pair the Trekking in Merzouga with an overnight in a desert camp, so you finish the activity as the light turns golden and then ride camels to your tent for dinner under the stars. If you have a full day in Merzouga, we can also combine it with a 4x4 tour of the surrounding desert — the nomad families, Khamlia village and its Gnawa musicians, and the old lake bed of Dayet Srji. Just tell us how much time you have and we will build the ideal desert day around the Trekking in Merzouga.

The Trekking in Merzouga is suitable for beginners and needs no previous experience — our guides brief you fully and stay with you throughout. Children can usually take part with an adult; let us know their ages and we will advise. We provide all the equipment and safety gear you need, and we choose routes and timings to keep everyone comfortable and safe.

To book the Trekking in Merzouga, just send us a WhatsApp message with your preferred date and time. We confirm instantly, there is no prepayment, and cancellation is free — so it is easy to add the Trekking in Merzouga to your plans once you arrive in the desert. Best Sahara Tours is on hand to help you make the most of every hour at Erg Chebbi.