Sahara & Morocco travel blog
Honest, practical advice from people who live at the edge of the dunes.
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Merzouga vs Zagora: Which Moroccan Desert Should You Choose?
Zagora is closer to Marrakech, but Merzouga has the tall golden dunes most people picture when they think of the Sahara. We compare distance, scenery, camps and value honestly.
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Marrakech to Merzouga Route: Our Stage-by-Stage Driving Guide
The 560 km Marrakech to Merzouga route crosses the High Atlas, passes Ait Benhaddou and threads through the Dades and Todra valleys. Here is how we drive it, stage by stage.
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How to Get to Merzouga: Every Option by Road, Bus and Air
Merzouga has no train station and no airport of its own, but it is easier to reach than you might think. We compare private tours, buses, self-drive and flights into Errachidia.
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Best Time to Visit Merzouga: A Month-by-Month Guide from the Desert
Spring and autumn bring the kindest weather to Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes. Here is what each season really feels like, from scorching July afternoons to frosty January nights at camp.