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Merzouga, a small village in southeastern Morocco, is renowned as the gateway to Erg Chebbi, a colossal expanse of sand dunes north of the village. Nestled in the Sahara Desert and located about 35 kilometers southeast of Rissani, Merzouga features some of the tallest sand dunes in Morocco. The village is famous for its spectacular sunsets and the unique experience of camel trekking. It offers the charming hospitality of Berber lifestyle, where you can spend the night in traditional Bedouin tents and enjoy local music and cuisine. Another fascinating allure is the Dayet Srji Salt Lake, just west of Merzouga, which attracts a variety of birds including seasonal flamingos.

Merzouga

I did Merzouga 3 days/2 nights - one night in a hotel on the way, and one night in the desert. It was magical. We pulled our mats outside the tent and slept under the open sky. Incredible experience.

I did the standard three-day tour from Marrakech with various stops along the way (Aït Benhaddou, Dades Gorges, Tinghir, Todra Gorge), but it was definitely too touristy and really crowded. However, the sunset and sunrise were amazing.

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