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VISIT MAGHREB / Desert Activities / Quad Biking and Buggy Tour in Merzouga, Erg Chebbi
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You ride out from Merzouga straight into the Erg Chebbi dunes, on a quad bike or in a two-seat dune buggy. The dunes here rise up to 150 metres, so the ride climbs, drops and winds between ridges of soft sand. Duration: 1–2 hours · Merzouga, Erg Chebbi · from € 40 per person.
The ride starts at the edge of Merzouga, where the road ends and the sand begins. From there you follow your guide into the Erg Chebbi dunes, a stretch of high orange sand. The dunes here rise up to 150 metres, and the route climbs over ridges, drops into soft bowls and winds between dunes. You ride at the pace of the group, and the guide stops often so everyone can catch up and take photos.
You can ride a quad bike or a dune buggy. A quad is a four-wheeled bike you ride alone, with handlebars and a throttle. A buggy is a two-seat vehicle with a steering wheel, so two people ride together and can take turns driving. Both are easy to handle, and the guide shows you the controls before you set off. No experience is needed.
There are three lengths: one hour, two hours, or half a day. The one-hour ride is a short loop through the dunes close to Merzouga. Two hours takes you deeper in, with a stop at a high dune for photos. The half-day ride goes further still, with more time in the dunes and a longer break. The sunset ride runs in the late afternoon, when the light is low and the sand turns deep gold.
Quad biking fits easily into a Merzouga stay. Most people add it to a desert tour or a night in a desert camp, but you can also book it on its own if you are already in Merzouga. Morning rides are best when the air is cool; the middle of the day is hot, and the sand is at its softest in the late afternoon.
The Erg Chebbi dunes rise up to 150 metres. The route climbs over ridges and drops into soft sand bowls, so the ride is never flat or dull.
Ride a quad bike on your own, or share a two-seat buggy with a steering wheel. Both are easy to handle, and the guide explains the controls before you set off.
The late-afternoon ride has the best light of the day. The sun sits low, the dunes turn deep gold, and the guide stops at a high dune for photos.
You do not need any riding experience. The guide gives a short briefing, shows you the controls, and sets a pace the whole group can follow.
A helmet and goggles are part of the tour. Sand blows up off the wheels, so eye protection matters.
The guide stops at viewpoints along the way, so you can get off, walk up a ridge and take photos without rushing.
Meet your guide in Merzouga, at your hotel or at the agreed meeting point. The dunes start right at the edge of the village.
The guide explains the controls, hands out helmets and goggles, and answers questions. You get a few minutes to practise on flat sand.
Follow the guide into the dunes. The route climbs ridges, crosses soft sand and winds between dunes, with stops to regroup.
Stop at a high dune for photos and a short rest. On the sunset ride this is where you watch the sun go down.
Ride back to the village as the light fades. The guide stays with the group until everyone is back.
Morning and late afternoon are the best times. The air is cooler, the light is better, and the sand is firmer than in the midday heat.
Wear closed shoes, sunglasses and a scarf or bandana for the sand. Put on sunscreen before you set off, and bring a light jacket for the evening ride.
Fine sand blows up from the wheels and settles on clothes and cameras. Wear clothes you do not mind getting dusty, and keep your camera in a bag between stops.
Children can ride as passengers on a quad or in a buggy. Ask us about age limits when you enquire, so we can plan the right vehicle for your family.
March to May and September to November have the mildest temperatures. In summer the midday heat is strong, so morning and sunset rides are the way to go.
Quad tours start from €40 per person. The exact price depends on the length — one hour, two hours or half a day — and on the quad or buggy you choose. A two-seat buggy starts from €100 per buggy. Send us an enquiry and we will give you the exact price for your dates and group.
No. The guide explains the controls before you set off, and you practise on flat sand first. The group rides at a pace everyone can follow.
A quad is a four-wheeled bike you ride alone, with handlebars. A buggy is a two-seat vehicle with a steering wheel, so two people ride together and can take turns driving.
Yes, children can ride as passengers with an adult. Ask us about the age limits when you enquire, and we will arrange the right vehicle.
Closed shoes, sunglasses, a scarf for the sand and sunscreen. Bring a light jacket for the evening ride.
Morning or late afternoon. The sunset ride runs in the late afternoon, when the light is low and the dunes turn gold. The best months are March to May and September to November.
Yes, when it is guided. You wear a helmet and goggles, the guide sets the pace, and the route avoids the steepest dune faces. Listen to the guide and keep your distance from the rider in front.
Yes. Most Merzouga desert tours can add a quad or buggy ride, usually on the afternoon you arrive or the morning you leave. Tell us when you enquire and we will fit it into your plan.
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