The best desert camps in Merzouga are Merzouga Luxury Camp, Sahara Majestic and Magic Luxury Camp, with Nomada Domes the pick for air-conditioned domes and Sahara Elegance the best for activities. Most have tents with private bathrooms, dinner in camp and a campfire under the stars.
Merzouga sits at the edge of Erg Chebbi, the biggest dunes in Morocco. A night in a desert camp is the highlight of most Sahara trips. Here are our favorite camps, plus hotels at the edge of the dunes.
Merzouga Desert Camps at a Glance
| Stay | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Merzouga Luxury Camp | Luxury camp | The most reviewed camp |
| Sahara Majestic Luxury Camp | Luxury camp | A pool in the desert |
| Magic Luxury Camp | Luxury camp | Dinner and breakfast |
| Luxury Tented Erg Chebbi | Luxury camp | Music by the fire |
| Nomada Domes Camp | Dome camp | Air-conditioned domes |
| Sahara Luxury Tented Camp | Luxury camp | Spacious tents |
| Luxury Traditional Tent Camp | Traditional camp | Nomad-style tents |
| Sahara Safari Luxury Camp | Luxury camp | Activities in the dunes |
| Sunrise Sahara Camp | Luxury camp | Pool and live music |
| Luna Luxury Camp | Luxury camp | Lantern-lit evenings |
| Sahara Elegance Camp | Luxury camp | Camel rides and sandboarding |
| Merzouga Amazing Camp | Luxury camp | Top guest rating |
| Lantern Luxury Camp | Luxury camp | Dinner and music |
| Sirocco Luxury Camp | Luxury camp | Quiet dunes setting |
| Desert Villa Boutique Hotel | Boutique hotel | Pool and air conditioning |
| Sahara Pearl Hotel | Hotel | Pool by the dunes |
| Auberge Les Roches | Hotel | Palm courtyard by the dunes |
| Kasbah Mohayut | Kasbah hotel | Kasbah at the foot of the dunes |
| Riad Les Jardins de Merzouga | Riad | Garden pool and air conditioning |
| Riad Madu | Riad | Pool and terrace |
The Best Desert Camps in Merzouga
1. Merzouga Luxury Camp
Merzouga Luxury Camp is a glamping camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, with tents that have private bathrooms, a terrace, dinner around the campfire and yoga.
Why we love it: thousands of guest reviews and a classic dune setting.
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2. Sahara Majestic Luxury Camp
Sahara Majestic has tents with private bathrooms, an outdoor pool, a restaurant, a bar and evenings by the campfire.
Why we love it: a swim in the pool after a day in the dunes.
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3. Magic Luxury Camp
Magic Luxury Camp has tents with private bathrooms, a sun terrace, a restaurant and an exceptional breakfast.
Why we love it: great food and a calm setting.
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4. Luxury Tented Erg Chebbi
Luxury Tented Erg Chebbi has a terrace, dinner in camp and evenings with music around the campfire.
Why we love it: the classic desert night, with drums under the stars.
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5. Nomada Domes Camp
Nomada Domes has air-conditioned domes with private bathrooms, a terrace and a bar.
Why we love it: staying cool in summer, a big plus in the Sahara.
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6. Sahara Luxury Tented Camp
Sahara Luxury Tented Camp has large tents with private bathrooms, a terrace and a bar.
Why we love it: roomy tents and very high guest ratings.
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7. Luxury Traditional Tent Camp
This camp has traditional Berber-style tents with private bathrooms and a terrace.
Why we love it: the traditional look with modern comfort.
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8. Sahara Safari Luxury Camp
Sahara Safari has tents in the dunes, a bar, a terrace, dinner in camp and a campfire, with desert activities on offer.
Why we love it: combining your stay with activities in the dunes.
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9. Sunrise Sahara Camp
Sunrise Sahara Camp has tents with private bathrooms, a pool, dinner in camp and live music.
Why we love it: a pool and a lively evening in camp.
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10. Luna Luxury Camp
Luna Luxury Camp has tents with private bathrooms, a terrace and a bar.
Why we love it: a cozy, romantic camp at night.
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11. Sahara Elegance Camp
Sahara Elegance has tents with private bathrooms, dinner with music, a bar, and camel rides, quad biking and sandboarding.
Why we love it: the widest choice of desert activities.
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12. Merzouga Amazing Camp
Merzouga Amazing Camp has tents with private bathrooms, a terrace and a bar.
Why we love it: a perfect guest rating from hundreds of reviews.
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13. Lantern Luxury Camp
Lantern Luxury Camp has a terrace, dinner in camp and live music.
Why we love it: a warm, welcoming camp experience.
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14. Sirocco Luxury Camp
Sirocco has tents with private bathrooms, a bar and a campfire.
Why we love it: a quieter camp with a beautiful setting.
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Hotels at the Edge of the Dunes
1. Desert Villa Boutique Hotel
Desert Villa is a kasbah-style boutique hotel at the edge of the dunes, with an outdoor pool, air-conditioned rooms, yoga and a bar.
Why we love it: hotel comfort with the dunes on the doorstep.
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2. Sahara Pearl Hotel
Sahara Pearl has an outdoor pool, air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, a terrace and a campfire.
Why we love it: a pool and a real bed before or after your camp night.
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3. Auberge Les Roches
Auberge Les Roches sits right beside the Erg Chebbi dunes, with a palm-filled courtyard, a pool, a restaurant and an exceptional breakfast.
Why we love it: stepping out of a traditional auberge straight onto the dunes.
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4. Kasbah Mohayut
Kasbah Mohayut sits at the foot of the high dunes, with spacious rooms and suites around the pool and the garden, and a restaurant.
Why we love it: kasbah style with the big dunes behind it.
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5. Riad Les Jardins de Merzouga
Riad Les Jardins de Merzouga has air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, an outdoor pool, a garden and a restaurant.
Why we love it: a green, quiet riad with a pool.
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6. Riad Madu
Riad Madu has an outdoor pool, a garden, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.
Why we love it: a relaxed stay with a great breakfast.
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How to Choose a Desert Camp
- Check that your tent has a private bathroom. Most luxury camps do, but not all.
- In summer, look for air conditioning or a pool. In winter, nights are cold, so ask about heating and blankets.
- Ask if dinner, breakfast and the camel ride or transfer to camp are included.
- Many camps are reached by camel or 4×4, so pack a small overnight bag.
Merzouga Desert Camps FAQ
Merzouga Luxury Camp, Sahara Majestic and Magic Luxury Camp are among the best rated camps.
Yes. Sahara Majestic and Sunrise Sahara Camp have pools.
Yes. Nomada Domes Camp has air-conditioned domes.
Most luxury camps do, including Merzouga Luxury Camp, Sahara Majestic and Magic Luxury Camp.
Plan Your Sahara Trip
Read what to expect on a Sahara desert camp night in Merzouga and our guide to the Moroccan Sahara. Short on time? See the best luxury camps in the Agafay desert near Marrakech.
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