Merzouga Quad Biking: The Complete Guide
Merzouga is where people come to ride quads in Morocco. The town sits right against the dunes of Erg Chebbi, so you are on the sand soon after leaving base. This page sets out how our tours work and how to choose one.
Why Merzouga for Quad Biking?
Merzouga lies on the edge of Erg Chebbi, a 28-kilometer dune field with dunes up to 150 meters high. In one ride you cross soft sand, hard-packed plains and rolling dunes, which keeps it interesting for new and experienced riders. Quad tours are well established here, so the set-up is well organised.
Quad Biking Tours Available
1-Hour Tours
A good first ride if you are new or short on time. You learn the basics of riding on sand and stop for photos. From €35.
2-Hour Tours
The extra hour takes you further, with a visit to nomads and stops at viewpoints over the dunes. From €55.
Sunset Tours
Our most popular ride. You climb to a high dune and watch the sun go down. From €60.
Full-Day Tours
A whole day in the desert, with lunch, fossils, oases and kasbahs along the way. From €145.
What to Expect
- Briefing: safety talk and gear fitting at base camp
- Practice: a test ride on flat ground
- The ride: you follow your guide into the dunes
- Stops: photos, nomad visits and viewpoints
- Return: back to base camp for refreshments
What to Wear
- Closed-toe shoes (mandatory)
- Long pants
- Sunglasses
- A scarf to keep sand out of your face
- Sunscreen
We provide helmets.
Safety
With a reputable operator, quad biking here is safe. Every tour we run includes:
- Professional guides
- Good safety equipment
- Well-maintained quads
- Insurance
- A support vehicle on longer tours
Best Time for Quad Biking in Merzouga
October to April is the best period. In summer we only advise riding in the early morning or evening. Sunset tours run all year and remain the favourite.
Choosing your first ride
We have options for different levels and budgets, from a short first ride to a full day out. See our quad tours or contact us to book.
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