Sunset in Merzouga & Camel Ride

Sunset Camel Ride on the Erg Chebbi Dunes – €20 per Person

Enjoy a peaceful evening in the desert with a camel ride in Merzouga and watch the sunset from the top of the Erg Chebbi dunes. As the afternoon gets cooler, leave the village behind and ride through the golden sand with a local camel guide. It is a simple way to slow down and enjoy the beauty of the Sahara.

The ride takes you through the dunes as the sunlight begins to soften. Along the way, you can stop at a good viewpoint, take photos, and watch the sand change from bright gold to warm orange as the sun moves toward the horizon.

Once you reach the perfect spot, settle in and enjoy the sunset over the Merzouga desert. The quiet surroundings, wide open views, and changing colors create a memorable moment in the Sahara. After sunset, continue your camel ride back through the dunes or toward your desert camp.

  • €20per person
  • 1 hourcamel ride
  • Late afternoonstart, back after sunset
  • Includedlocal guide, free parking, photo stops
Camel ride with a Berber guide in Merzouga at sunsetCamel caravan crossing the Erg Chebbi dunes in the late afternoonCamel silhouettes on the Merzouga dunes at sunsetCamels walking along a dune ridge in Merzouga

Sunset in Merzouga & Camel Ride Overview

Experience a Merzouga sunset camel ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes and watch the sun disappear behind the golden sand. Ride with a local guide, enjoy the peaceful desert atmosphere, stop for photos, and take in the beautiful colors of the Sahara at the end of the day.

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Included & Excluded

20 € : Per Person

Sunset in Merzouga & Camel Ride

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Sunset Time in Merzouga by Month

The best light on the Erg Chebbi dunes comes in the last hour before sunset, when the sand turns from gold to deep orange. Your camel ride starts in time to reach the top of a dune before the sun goes down. Here are the approximate sunset (and sunrise) times in Merzouga through the year:

MonthSunsetSunrise
January18:3508:15
February19:0507:55
March19:2507:25
April19:4506:50
May20:0506:20
June20:2006:10
July20:2006:25
August19:5506:45
September19:2007:00
October18:4507:20
November18:2007:45
December18:1508:10

Times are approximate (Morocco time, GMT+1) and change by a few minutes through each month. During Ramadan, Morocco moves its clocks back one hour, so times are one hour earlier. We confirm your exact departure time when you book.

Want to see the sun rise too? Book our sunrise camel ride in Merzouga, or spend the night in a Merzouga desert camp and see both.

Not sure when to come? See our guide to the best time to visit Merzouga.

What should I know before booking?

1

The camel ride usually starts in the afternoon so you can reach the dunes before sunset.

2

Before leaving, wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes, and bring sunglasses and sunscreen.

3

During the ride, follow your camel guide’s instructions and take your time while crossing the dunes.

4

Bring a jacket or warm layer, as the desert can become cooler soon after sunset.

5

Bring your camera and enjoy the changing colors of the Erg Chebbi dunes.