Morocco Camel Tours & Sahara Desert Tours
Private camel trekking in Merzouga and Morocco desert tours from Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca, Tangier and Ouarzazate. Ride into the dunes at sunset and spend a night in a Sahara desert camp.
Private tours with pickup from your hotel or airport.
Desert Tours by Starting City
Choose where your Morocco desert tour begins. Every route is private and includes a camel ride in the Sahara and a night in a desert camp.
Desert Tours from Marrakech
The most popular way to reach the Sahara. Our Marrakech desert tours cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka and Aït Ben Haddou to the Zagora desert or the Merzouga dunes, with a sunset camel trek and a night in a desert camp.
A short private desert trip from Marrakech across the High Atlas to the Zagora dunes, with a camel ride and a night in a desert camp.
- 2 Days · Private
A private 3-day journey from Marrakech to the Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga, with a camel trek and a night in the Sahara.
- 3 Days · Private
A relaxed 4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, with time for gorges, kasbahs and a camel trek into the dunes.
- 4 Days · Private
Private Morocco Camel Tours Run by Local Guides
Morocco Camel Tours is a local operator specialising in private Sahara desert tours, camel trekking in Merzouga and multi-day Morocco desert tours to Erg Chebbi, Zagora and Erg Chegaga. We plan every route around your dates, pace and starting city.
Desert Tours from Fes
Fes is the closest imperial city to Erg Chebbi. Choose a Fes desert tour that loops back to Fes, or a Fes to Marrakech desert tour through the Ziz Valley, Todra Gorges and Dades Valley.
The quickest way from Fes to the Sahara: a camel ride to a desert camp in Merzouga and a return to Fes.
- 2 Days · Private
Travel from Fes to Marrakech through the Sahara, with a camel trek and a night in a Merzouga desert camp.
- 3 Days · Private
A private tour from Fes to Marrakech via the desert, with more time in Merzouga and the southern valleys.
- 4 Days · Private
Camel Trekking in Merzouga & Erg Chebbi
A camel trek in Merzouga is the highlight of every Morocco desert tour. A local camel guide leads you into the Erg Chebbi dunes for the sunset, and the next morning you watch the sun rise over the Sahara.
- Sunset camel ride into the dunes
- Sunrise over the Sahara
- Shorter rides available for families
Desert Tours from Casablanca
Arriving at Casablanca airport? Combine the Hassan II Mosque, Rabat and Fes with a Sahara desert tour and camel ride in Merzouga, ending in Marrakech. Ideal Morocco tours from Casablanca of 4 to 15 days.
A compact private tour from Casablanca to Marrakech that combines the imperial cities with a night in the Sahara.
- 4 Days · Private
A one-week Morocco tour from Casablanca combining imperial cities, the Sahara desert and Marrakech.
- 7 Days · Private
A private journey from Casablanca to Marrakech with time in Fes, a camel trek in the desert and the southern valleys.
- 8 Days · Private
Desert Tours from Tangier
Start your Morocco desert tour from Tangier port or airport, explore Chefchaouen’s blue streets and the Fes medina, then enjoy camel trekking in the Sahara on the way to Marrakech.
A fast-paced private tour from Tangier to Marrakech through northern Morocco and the Sahara desert.
- 4 Days · Private
From Tangier to Marrakech via the Sahara, combining northern Morocco, Fes and a camel trek in Merzouga.
- 6 Days · Private
A private tour from Tangier through Chefchaouen and Fes to the Sahara desert, ending in Marrakech.
- 8 Days · Private
A Night in a Sahara Desert Camp
After your camel ride you arrive at a desert camp in the dunes. Enjoy mint tea, a Berber dinner and music around the fire, then fall asleep under one of the clearest night skies in Morocco.
- Dinner and breakfast at the camp
- Berber music around the campfire
- Stargazing far from city lights
Desert Tours from Ouarzazate
Ouarzazate is the gateway to the desert. Short desert tours from Ouarzazate reach Merzouga, Zagora and the wild Erg Chegaga dunes in just 2 or 3 days.
A private desert tour from Ouarzazate to the Merzouga dunes, with a sunset camel ride and a night in camp.
- 2 Days · Private
An easy-paced private tour from Ouarzazate to Merzouga, with a camel trek and a night in the Sahara.
- 3 Days · Private
A short trip from Ouarzazate to the remote dunes beyond Zagora, with a camel ride and a night in a desert camp.
- 2 Days · Private
Why Choose Our Morocco Desert Tours
A local team for your camel trek and Sahara tour, from the first message to the last day.
Private, Not Grouped
Every desert tour is exclusive to your party, with no strangers and no fixed schedule.
Local Driver-Guides
Local guides who know the Atlas roads, the dunes of Merzouga and the desert routes first-hand.
Flexible Routing
Add nights in the Sahara, change the return city or adjust the pace before you book.
Direct Support
One contact for your whole Morocco trip, before and during travel.
Selected Desert Camps
Camps in Merzouga, Zagora and Erg Chegaga chosen by our team.
Hotel & Riad Pickup
Door-to-door pickup in Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca, Tangier or Ouarzazate.
What Travelers Say About Our Camel Tours
Rated 5.0 on Tripadvisor by travelers who joined our Morocco desert tours, Sahara camel treks and private trips across Morocco.
- #5 of 590 outdoor activities in Fez
- Family-run local tour operator in Fes
- Private tours across Morocco
“Thanks to Hassan, we didn’t just see Morocco we experienced it.”
“The experience was better than we could have ever hoped for.”
“The best thing about the trip was the desert camp: an unforgettable experience.”
“The best option to discover the country and its culture from the heart.”
Morocco Desert Tours FAQ
Quick answers about camel treks, desert camps and Sahara tours in Morocco.
How long is the camel ride in Merzouga?
Usually 1 to 1.5 hours each way into the Erg Chebbi dunes, timed for sunset on arrival and sunrise on the way back.
Which city is best to start a Morocco desert tour?
Fes and Ouarzazate are closest to Merzouga. Marrakech is the most popular start, and Casablanca or Tangier suit longer tours.
Merzouga, Zagora or Erg Chegaga: which desert should I choose?
Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) has the highest dunes. Zagora is reachable in 2 days from Marrakech. Erg Chegaga is wilder and more remote.
What is included in your desert tours?
Private transport, an English-speaking driver-guide, hotel or riad pickup, accommodation, daily breakfast and the camel ride. Exact inclusions are listed on each tour page.
Can I customize my desert tour itinerary?
Yes. All tours are private, so you can change the start or end city, add nights or adjust stops before booking.
When is the best time for a Sahara desert tour?
Spring and autumn offer warm days and cool nights. Winter nights in the desert are cold, and summer days are very hot.
Tell us your dates and starting city for a tailor-made Sahara desert tour. We reply within 24 hours.
Morocco Desert Travel Tips & Guides
Advice on Merzouga camel treks, desert camps, routes and what to pack for your Sahara trip.