Merzouga · Erg Chebbi

Stargazing and Photography

Erg Chebbi’s dark skies and changing light make it a dream for photographers. Night-sky experiences depend on the moon and weather; we help you choose the best dates.

Short (≤ 2 h)

approx. 2–2.5 h

Sahara Sunset Photography Session

Chase golden-hour light across Erg Chebbi’s ridges with a guide who knows where the shadows fall.

Short (≤ 2 h)

approx. 2 h

Sahara Sunrise Photography Session

An early start rewarded with soft dawn light, untouched ripples and near-silent dunes.

Short (≤ 2 h)

approx. 2–3 h (after dark)

Milky Way Photography in the Sahara

Photograph the night sky over the dunes, with dark-sky timing planned around the moon and season.

Short (≤ 2 h)

approx. 1–1.5 h

Stargazing in the Sahara

Lie back on the sand and discover constellations, planets and desert sky stories under dark Sahara skies.

Half day

approx. 3–5 h

Birdwatching around Merzouga

Search the dunes, palm groves and hamada for desert birds — with a specialist bird guide on request.

OvernightProposed

approx. evening to next morning (overnight at a desert camp)

Sahara Night Sky Journey

A proposed overnight in the dunes built around the night sky — from twilight to the Milky Way, moon and weather permitting.

Short (≤ 2 h)Proposed

approx. 1.5–2 h

First Light in the Sahara

A proposed pre-dawn outing to a dune crest to watch the Sahara wake up, with mint tea as the sun rises.

Multi-dayProposed

approx. 1–2 days (2 days recommended)

The Sahara Photographer’s Route

A proposed one- or two-day route that chases good light across Erg Chebbi, Khamlia and the old ksour of Rissani.

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We’ll tell you what works best for your group, the season and the moon.

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