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Merzouga Desert Tour: Explore Berber Culture, Gnaoua Music, and Old Car Museums
4.9
11 Ratings
Merzouga
Embark on a thrilling Merzouga Desert Tour and immerse yourself in the rich Berber culture. Experience the mesmerizing Gnaoua music, visit the village of Khamlia, and explore fascinating old car museums. Travel in style with a private 4WD vehicle.
Embark on a thrilling Merzouga Desert Tour and immerse yourself in the rich Berber culture. Experience the mesmerizing Gnaoua music, visit the village of Khamlia, and explore fascinating old car museums. Travel in style with a private 4WD vehicle.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Erg Chebbi - Visit the seasonal lake of Merzouga if there is water. Then, stop by Khamlia village to listen to some Gnawa music (optional), mingle, and possibly enjoy some mint tea with the locals. Please note that tipping the Gnawa musicians is required, so you must either tip or skip this activity and proceed directly to the Lead Mines in Mefes….
- Erg Chebbi - Visit the seasonal lake of Merzouga if there is water. Then, stop by Khamlia village to listen to some Gnawa music (optional), mingle, and possibly enjoy some mint tea with the locals. Please note that tipping the Gnawa musicians is required, so you must either tip or skip this activity and proceed directly to the Lead Mines in Mefes. Mefes is a nearly abandoned town on the other side of the Erg Chebbi dunes, known for its mineral mines, particularly iron, zinc, and lead, which have been operational since the French colonization.
- Merzouga - This Merzouga 4×4 excursion starts from our location and takes you on a thrilling drive through desert dunes dotted with black volcanic rocks, leading to several villages along the route made famous by the Paris Dakar Rally.
- The Lake of Merzouga - Visit the seasonal lake of Merzouga if there is water.
- Khemliya - Continue our 4WD excursion to visit nomadic people living in Berber-style tents on the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes. The tour will end in Merzouga, where we will drop you off at your hotel or any location you prefer.
What's Included
- Visit All Places
- Car Fuel
- Professional Driver/guide
- Tour in 4×4
- Visit All Places
- Car Fuel
- Professional Driver/guide
- Tour in 4×4
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Tip to Gnawa Music and Nomads 5€
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Tip to Gnawa Music and Nomads 5€
Additional Information
A Merzouga 4×4 tour is an excellent way to explore the fascinating aspects of the Merzouga desert and Erg Chebbi dunes. Participants will have the opportunity to visit the village of Khamlia to enjoy Gnaoua music, explore the lead mines, and meet Nomad families residing in traditional Berber tents. Transportation will be provided by a private 4WD vehicle.
A Merzouga 4×4 tour is an excellent way to explore the fascinating aspects of the Merzouga desert and Erg Chebbi dunes. Participants will have the opportunity to visit the village of Khamlia to enjoy Gnaoua music, explore the lead mines, and meet Nomad families residing in traditional Berber tents. Transportation will be provided by a private 4WD vehicle.
Location
3XHW+6G Merzouga
we can pick you up if you are staying in Hotel in Merzouga or Hassilabied also from the Desert Camp
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(11 Ratings)
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A7096pwalexandram
Oct 28, 2024
highly recommend this tour with Hassan as a guide. - We had the most wonderful experience spending time in the desert with our guide Hassan. He first took us on a fun drive in the dunes in his nice Toyota Land Cruiser and stopped in various areas to take scenic pictures. Hassan drove us to a nearby lagoon that was created by the recent heavy rain in the area. We changed into our bathing suit and swam into the clear turquoise water for about 45 minutes. That was completely unexpected and definitively a highlight of our vacation in Morocco. We learned a ton about the Berber people of the area. Overall, we spent close to 4 hours with our guide who was very kind, attentive and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour with Hassan as a guide.
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Nomad36603115376
Oct 22, 2024
Real desert visit - Very good experience, highly recommended for everybody. The guide is very kind and skilled. Jeep tour in the desert checked various of location like lake inside of the desert.
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Robinwp284lp
Oct 21, 2024
Adrenaline rush in the Moroccan desert! - The activities were exactly as advertised. We enjoyed it thoroughly! It was a fantastic experience and a big highlight of our trip through Morocco! Our guides Hassan & Achmed were very kind, caring and informative. We would absolutely recommend this experience to everyone.
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Explore08610903314
Oct 3, 2024
Definitly the highlight of our Maroccan trip - I recently took the Marzouga Jeep Tour, and it was an unforgettable experience! The jeep ride through the desert was thrilling, offering breathtaking views of the stunning landscapes and vast dunes.
Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the area, sharing stories and facts about the local culture, and wildlife. He made sure we were entertained and were comfortable throughout the journey.
There was plenty of opportunity for great photos and to soak in the serene atmosphere of the desert. It was not rushed at all
If you're looking for an adventurous yet peaceful escape, I highly recommend this excusrion. It’s a perfect way to experience the beauty of the desert in an exciting and unique way! I won't spoil you with pictures, just go see the place.
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Madmax1818
May 1, 2024
Very attentive and professional company - Great jeep tour through the desert. Smooth communication with Hasan on what's app beforehand and after the tour.
Our guide Yousuf was very friendly and attentive. We visited an original berber family, old abandoned village,French quarry, panoramic spots for photos, an old African village and cars museum just outside Merzouga.
We did another tour (desert overnight tour with camels) with the same company (Sahara Deserts) and it exceeded all our expectations. We would really like to recommend this tour provider as every detail in both tours was planned and well organised, and it is not overpriced.
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Annaick
Apr 25, 2024
To do ! - The guide was very kind and funny. The tour is really well organized, first traditional music, then a mascara quarry and finally a Berber camp with tea, between each stage the guide even let us drive in the dunes which makes the experience even more fun . The guide knows the best spots to take photos and offers to take some for us.
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Ricardos485
Mar 16, 2019
Great half day tour - I had great time exploring the Medina of Marrakech. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Considering I had limited time it was a good introduction to this exhilarating city.
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750claudiam
Jun 30, 2024
Adventure on the dunes - The dunes of the Merzouga desert are really very beautiful and it is always a strong emotion to be able to go hiking accompanied by an experienced and reliable guide who made us feel safe. Communication with Hassan to make arrangements for the tour was also simple and straightforward. Recommended
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