Camel Trekking

If you had to pick one place in Morocco that captures its magic, it would be the camel trekking experience in the Sahara Desert. Picture the stunning sights—palm-fringed oases, rolling golden dunes, and a sky glittering with countless stars. There’s no better way to escape the modern world than by riding a camel across the vast Sahara Desert, embracing its stillness and grandeur.

The highlight of any Sahara Desert tour is undoubtedly the camel trek. Often called the “ship of the desert,” the camel is the original off-road vehicle of the sands. These remarkable animals can survive ten times longer than most others without water. This resilience allows them to carry supplies, food, and water across long desert distances, making them the perfect companions for your Sahara camel trekking adventure.

A camel trek in Merzouga or elsewhere in the Moroccan Sahara introduces you to the rich history of ancient camel caravans. These caravans followed age-old trade routes, seeking out hidden oases and precious water sources and trading salt, spices, and other treasures. They traveled between Marrakech and Timbuktu, returning with valuable goods like gold, silver, fabrics, and herbs—and tragically, even enslaved people. Though many dangers lurked on these long journeys, the stories survive. Some elder nomads still tell fascinating tales of crossing the dunes to distant lands and back.

To truly appreciate the serenity of the desert and the traditional nomadic way of life, spend a night in a Berber desert camp nestled among the dunes. Sleep in a Sahara desert tent, enjoy traditional music around the campfire, and wake to a peaceful sunrise over the sand. It’s a moment to pause, reflect, and experience the timeless rhythm of desert life in this extraordinary part of Morocco.

We will customize your desert journey if our current camel trekking packages don’t meet your needs. Whether you want a luxury desert camp, a shorter itinerary, or more time with local nomads, we’ll create the perfect Sahara experience.