Quad Biking in the Erg Chebbi Dunes, Merzouga
Tour at a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Start
- Merzouga
- End
- Merzouga
- Group size
- 1 to 12 travellers
- Languages
- English, French, Arabic, Tamazight
- Difficulty
- Easy to moderate
- Best time
- October–April; nights are cold from December to February.
About the Merzouga quad bike ride
A quad bike is the quickest way to see how big Erg Chebbi really is. In two hours you ride along the edge of the sand sea, cross flat black stone desert, climb onto the lower dunes and stop at a high point where you can see the whole range stretching south.
Your guide rides in front and chooses a route that suits your experience. Beginners stay on firm tracks and gentle slopes; confident riders can go faster across the open plain. Two people can share one quad if one of you would rather sit behind.
Most travellers ride in the late afternoon, when the light is soft and the heat has gone, and finish just in time for a camel ride or dinner.
Highlights
- Automatic 250–300 cc quads, easy to ride
- A local guide riding in front the whole time
- Dunes, black stone hamada and sandy tracks
- Photo stop on a high dune
- Helmet, goggles and scarf provided
- Morning or late-afternoon departures
Route map of the Merzouga quad bike ride
- 1Merzouga
- 2Erg Chebbi dunes
- ↩Back to Merzouga
The golden dunes of Erg Chebbi: camel treks at sunset, nights under the stars and Berber music by the fire. All tours in Merzouga
Itinerary for the day
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Start Safety briefing
Helmets, goggles and a cheche scarf, then a few minutes of practice on flat ground.
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First hour Edge of the dunes
Follow the tracks along the western side of Erg Chebbi, past palm gardens and small Berber houses.
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Second hour Open desert and viewpoint
Cross the black stone plain, ride up onto the lower dunes and stop for photos with the high dunes behind you.
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End Back in Merzouga
Mint tea at the base before you go.
Times and driving durations are approximate and can be adapted. It is a private tour, so you can change stops with your driver-guide.
Prices for the Merzouga quad bike ride
Your private tour, with prices per group size. All prices are in euros and include everything listed under “What’s included”.
| Travellers | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €45 | €45 |
| 2 | €90 | €45 |
| 3 | €135 | €45 |
| 4 | €180 | €45 |
| 6 | €270 | €45 |
| 8 | €360 | €45 |
The more you are, the less you pay per person. Children count as travellers when they need a bed.
What's included
Included
- Quad bike (one per person, or shared by two)
- Fuel
- Local guide on his own quad
- Helmet, goggles and scarf
- Mint tea
Not included
- Transport to Merzouga
- Insurance for damage caused by reckless riding
- Tips
Good to know before you go
What to bring
Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
A warm layer: nights in the desert and the mountains are cold, even in spring.
Best time for this tour
October–April; nights are cold from December to February.
The tour runs every day of the year. Start dates are flexible.
Payment & cancellation
Pay online with PayPal or a debit or credit card. Free cancellation with full refund up to 48 hours before the start.
Read the full policyFrequently asked questions
How much does the merzouga quad bike ride cost?
It costs €45 per person, so €90 for 2 travellers. Everything listed under “What’s included” is in the price.
Do I need a licence to ride a quad?
No licence is needed for this guided ride. You must be at least 16 to ride alone; younger children can sit behind an adult.
Can I choose one hour instead of two?
Yes. Write it in the notes and we adjust the price before your ride. Two hours is the best way to see the open desert as well as the dunes.
What should I wear?
Closed shoes, long trousers and sunglasses. We provide a scarf to cover your face from dust.
Is quad biking bad for the dunes?
We keep to the established tracks and the edge of the sand sea, and avoid the high dunes where the camel caravans go.
How do I pay and when is my booking confirmed?
You pay online with PayPal or a debit or credit card through PayPal’s secure checkout, and you receive a receipt by email. If online payment is not available, you can send a booking request instead: we confirm it and send you a secure payment link. After booking, and Youssef or our team contacts you on WhatsApp to arrange the pick-up. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure.
Are your tours private or shared?
All our tours are private: only you and your travel companions, with your own vehicle and driver-guide.
Can you build a custom itinerary?
Yes. Tell us your dates, interests and budget, and a local travel designer will plan a tailor-made route across Morocco with clear, all-inclusive prices.
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