Camel trekking
Ride a dromedary across the dunes of Erg Chebbi — the classic way to arrive at a desert camp, timed for the soft light of late afternoon.
Experiences
Sandboarding
Slide down the slopes of Erg Chebbi on a board — an easy, fun activity for families and groups, with no previous experience needed.
Sandboarding is simple: carry a board to the top of a dune, sit or stand on it and slide down. The long, steep slopes of Erg Chebbi make it one of the best places in Morocco to try it.
Sitting or standing?
Most first-timers sit or lie on the board, which is easy and safe. Standing up — closer to snowboarding — is harder, as boards move more slowly on sand than on snow and the technique takes a few runs to learn.
Tips
- Go when the sand is cool. In the middle of a summer day the sand can become uncomfortably hot.
- Choose a clear slope with a gentle run-out at the bottom, away from vegetation and other people.
- Protect your eyes. Sunglasses help against blowing sand.
- Pace yourself. Climbing back up a dune is a real workout.
Is it included?
Sandboarding availability varies from camp to camp. Where boards are provided free of charge, the package page lists sandboarding as included; where it is not offered, we say so.
Experiences
Sunset in the Sahara
Watch the dunes of Erg Chebbi change colour as the sun goes down — the moment most travellers remember long after their trip.
Sunrise in the dunes
Wake before dawn, climb a dune in the half-light and watch the first sun spill across the Sahara before breakfast at camp.
4x4 desert excursions
Explore the landscapes around Erg Chebbi by 4x4 — black-stone desert, villages, seasonal lakes and old mining areas beyond the dunes.