Tourists ride a camel caravan across the Erg Chebbi desert dunes

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The Deep Erg and Cultural Encounters

Head past the gateway villages and straight into the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi.

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This area forms the core of the Sahara experience in Morocco. The dunes here reach heights of up to 150 meters. Most visitors spend their time climbing the peaks, trekking, or sleeping out in the sand.

You will also find traditional communities living on the desert edges. Visiting these settlements offers a look into Saharan music and daily life.

A long camel caravan with tourists riding across the desert dunes

The Grand Dune

2 hours150m climb

This is the tallest peak in the Erg Chebbi sea. It towers up to 150 meters above the rocky plain. Wake up 45 minutes before sunrise to climb to the crest. The morning view over the dunes is worth the early start.

Three people riding quad bikes across the golden sand dunes

Khamlia Village

1-2 hoursGnawa community

This small settlement is home to the Gnawa people. They are descendants of sub-Saharan Africans. Stop by to listen to traditional Gnawa spiritual music. You can also share a cup of mint tea with the local musicians.

A desert camp illuminated by lanterns at night under a starry sky

Deep Desert Camps

OvernightAdvance booking required

These Berber tented camps sit far out into the sand sea. Book a luxury camp if you need a flush toilet and a hot shower. Standard nomadic camps are much more rustic. Both offer great stargazing opportunities.