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Merzouga travel guide: what to know before you go
Everything our guides say about Merzouga — safety, where to stay, getting around, what to see and what to book — checked against official sources and travellers’ reports.
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Chefchaouen Best Time to Visit Morocco: Region by Region, Month by Month
Spring and autumn suit almost all of Morocco; summer belongs to the coast and the Atlas, winter to the cities and the desert by day, while s... 7 min read · checked Oct 2026
Nature & desert
Merzouga Merzouga desert: what to know before you book
Allow at least three days from Marrakech or Fes for one night in the Erg Chebbi dunes, and before paying check the camp type, camel or 4x4 t... 9 min read · checked Oct 2026
Nature & desert
Marrakech Agafay or Merzouga: which Moroccan desert should you choose?
Agafay is a stony desert an hour from Marrakech, ideal for an evening; for real sand dunes you need Merzouga and at least three days. 8 min read · checked Oct 2026