Family-run, not a chain
The same Berber family has run the camp since 2015. They know the dunes, the sky and your name by day two.
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(00) DUNE & STAR — DESERT RETREAT, MERZOUGA
Silence, stars & sand.
A desert camp in the Merzouga dunes — camel treks, stargazing, Berber evenings and slow, sun-warmed days. Book direct for the best rate.
TEMPERATURE NOW31°CDAYTIME · DROPS TO 14°C AT NIGHT
STARS VISIBLE TONIGHT2,841COUNTING UP AS THE SKY DARKENS
MOON PHASENEW MOON0% ILLUMINATED
WIND12 KM/HNE · LIGHT, DUNES STABLE
CAMP TIME--:--:--MERZOUGA · GMT+1
(01) CAMPS — SPECIFICATION
Five tents, one desert.
Every stay includes breakfast, a sunset camel trek and Berber evenings. The table below is the whole offer — no hidden extras.
| TENT | GUESTS | WASHROOM | VIEW | PRICE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01The Standard TentTwo guests, a real bed and a shared washhouse. The honest desert camp — simple, warm and quiet. | 2 GUESTS | Shared | Dune view | From MAD 900 / night | Book → |
| 02The Deluxe TentTwo guests, a private washroom and a dune view. The most comfort in the camp, with room to stretch out. | 2 GUESTS | Private | Dune view | From MAD 1,400 / night | Book → |
| 03The Family TentFour guests, two rooms and space for the kids. Built for families who want the desert and a place to gather. | 4 GUESTS | Private | Camp view | From MAD 2,200 / night | Book → |
| 04The Star TentTwo guests and a glass roof, so the sky is above your bed. The best sleep in the desert. | 2 GUESTS | Private | Sky roof | From MAD 1,800 / night | Book → |
| 05The Solo TentOne guest, a lantern and the whole desert. For the ones who came to be alone with the sand and the stars. | 1 GUEST | Shared | Dune view | From MAD 650 / night | Book → |
(02) FIELD LOG — A DAY IN THE DESERT
What a day looks like.
- 17:30
Camel trek
Ride out at sunset, return by starlight.
- 21:00
Stargazing
No light pollution. The Milky Way, every clear night.
- 10:00
Sandboarding
Down the big dune, as fast as you dare.
- 19:00
Berber evening
Tea, drums and stories around the fire.
- 05:30
Sunrise dunes
Up before dawn for the best light in the desert.
- 09:00
Oasis walk
A green pocket in the sand, with a local guide.
(03) THE CAMP, LIVE
18TENTS IN THE CAMP
300CLEAR NIGHTS A YEAR
1,240GUESTS BOOKED THIS SEASON
97%WOULD RETURN
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(04) THE SETTING
The dunes, the sky, nothing else.
Dune & Star sits in the Erg Chebbi dunes, an hour from the nearest town by camel or 4x4. There is no road, no streetlight and no sound but wind and sand. The camp is eighteen tents, a fire and a sky that does the talking.
The camp is not a hotel. There is no reception desk, no minibar, no television. There is tea, a lantern, a dune to climb and a sky full of stars.
Small on purpose
Eighteen tents only. No crowds, no queues, no noise — just the desert and the people who came for it.
Camel treks included
Every stay includes a sunset camel trek. You do not need experience, only a willingness to ride.
Honest pricing
The price you see is the price you pay. No resort fees, no surprises at checkout.
(05) YOUR STAY — BY THE CLOCK
From arrival to departure.
- 15:00
Arrive
Meet us in Merzouga and ride out to the camp by camel or 4x4. Tea on arrival, shoes off, shoulders down.
- 19:00
Settle
Your tent is ready, dinner is at 7 and the fire is lit. Nothing is asked of you tonight.
- 07:00
Explore
Pick a camel trek, a dune walk or a doing-nothing day. Guides are on hand, and the desert starts at the tent door.
- 10:00
Depart
Ride out after breakfast. Leave the desert a little lighter than you arrived.
(06) GUEST NOTES — FIELD LOG
What a stay feels like.
“I fell asleep under the stars and woke to the sun on the dunes. It is the quietest, clearest place I have ever slept.”Claire Dubois — Guest, Paris — The Star Tent
“The kids still talk about the camel ride and the drums around the fire. It is the first holiday where the whole family actually slowed down.”Jonas Weber — Guest, Berlin — The Family Tent
“I came alone, walked every day and watched the sky every night. The Solo Tent is exactly as described — small, quiet and perfect.”Priya Nair — Guest, London — The Solo Tent
(07) LOGBOOK — BEFORE YOU BOOK
Questions, answered.
The questions every guest asks us. Anything else — call +212 600 000 000.
- 01 When is the best time to visit?
- October to April, when the days are warm and the nights are cool. Summer in the desert is very hot, so the camp is closed from June to September.
- 02 How do I get there?
- Fly to Marrakech or Fes, then take the bus or a private transfer to Merzouga — about 9 hours from Marrakech. We meet you in Merzouga and take you to the camp by camel or 4x4.
- 03 Is the camp suitable for children?
- Yes. The Family Tent sleeps four and the camel treks include short, gentle rides for younger legs. Children under 6 stay free.
- 04 What is the cancellation policy?
- Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival. Inside 14 days we keep the first night, and the rest is refunded.
- 05 What should I pack?
- Light layers for the day, something warm for the night, a hat, sunscreen and a good book. We provide bedding, towels and drinking water.
(08) BOOK YOUR STAY
Check availability for your dates.
Tell us when you would like to come and we will come back within 48 hours with availability and a price — usually much sooner. No obligation, no card taken.
