Rissani to Merzouga is a short 35-40 km, 40-50 minute drive on paved road, the final stretch before you reach the Erg Chebbi dunes. Read More
Merzouga
Where to Stay in Merzouga: Hotels vs Desert Camps
Deciding where to stay in Merzouga? Compare village hotels and kasbahs with Erg Chebbi desert camps by price, comfort, season and the classic dune night. Read More
Merzouga to Fes: The Scenic Route & Stops
The Merzouga to Fes drive is about 460 km and 7-8 hours, best broken up with stops at the Ziz Valley, Midelt and Azrou cedar forests. Read More
Fes to Merzouga Desert Tour Itinerary
A Fes to Merzouga tour crosses 470 km of Atlas and Ziz Valley in 2 days, with a camel ride into Erg Chebbi and a night at a desert camp. Read More
Sandboarding in Merzouga
Ride the waxed boards down Erg Chebbi’s 150-metre dunes near Merzouga. A cheap, beginner-friendly desert thrill, best at sunrise or golden hour. Read More
Bus to Merzouga: Supratours & CTM Guide
How to take the bus to Merzouga with Supratours and CTM: routes, times and fares from Marrakech and Fes, plus when a desert tour beats the coach. Read More
Merzouga in Winter: Is It Worth It?
Merzouga in winter means warm 18-22C days, empty Erg Chebbi dunes and brilliant stars, but cold 0-6C nights. Here is what to expect and pack. Read More
One Night in Merzouga: Sample Itinerary
A practical one night Merzouga desert plan: reach Erg Chebbi by afternoon, ride to camp for sunset, sleep in the dunes, wake for sunrise. Read More