Top 10 Activities & Adventures You Can Only Do at Original Desert Camp
The Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga offer endless ways to connect with the Sahara, but Original Desert Camp elevates these experiences with its unique advantages: a deeply secluded location adjacent to the highest dunes, small intimate scale for personalized and crowd-free adventures, genuine Berber guidance, and a peaceful, away-from-the-masses setting. While many camps offer similar […]
What’s on the Menu? Authentic Moroccan Meals & Desert Dining at Original Desert Camp
Dining in the Sahara isn’t just about eating—it’s an integral part of the magic. Under a canopy of stars, surrounded by the silent Erg Chebbi dunes, meals at Original Desert Camp become memorable rituals of flavor, warmth, and Berber tradition. The camp specializes in authentic Moroccan cuisine, prepared fresh with local ingredients, generous portions, and […]
Berber Hospitality at Its Finest: Meet the Team Behind Original Desert Camp
In the heart of Morocco’s Erg Chebbi dunes, where the Sahara’s vast silence meets golden sands, hospitality isn’t just a service—it’s a tradition deeply rooted in Berber culture. For centuries, Berber (Amazigh) people have welcomed travelers with open hearts, sharing tea, stories, and shelter under the stars. At Original Desert Camp, this ancient spirit comes […]
Sunrise & Sunset in the Sahara: How Original Desert Camp Makes These Moments Magical
Few experiences rival watching the sun rise or set over the Erg Chebbi dunes in Morocco’s Sahara Desert. The sands transform from soft gold to blazing orange and deep crimson, the sky explodes in color, and a profound silence envelops everything. These golden hours are why travelers journey to Merzouga—and Original Desert Camp elevates them […]
A Complete Guide to Glamping in Erg Chebbi: What to Expect at Original Desert Camp (2026 Update)
Glamping in the Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga is a bucket-list experience: vast golden sands, dramatic sunrises/sunsets, starry nights, and the thrill of camel trekking into the Sahara. Among the many desert camps, Original Desert Camp stands out for its intimate, secluded luxury—offering modern comforts in a traditional Berber setting, away from crowds, with exceptional […]
Why Original Desert Camp Offers the Most Authentic & Peaceful Sahara Experience in Merzouga (Compared to the Rest)
The Moroccan Sahara, particularly the towering Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga, remains one of the world’s most iconic desert destinations. Golden sands rise up to 150 meters, sunsets paint the sky in fiery hues, and the vast silence under a blanket of stars feels otherworldly. Yet, with hundreds of desert camps scattered across the area—from […]
Why Original Desert Camp is the Best Luxury Desert Camp in Merzouga, Morocco
If you’re dreaming of an authentic Sahara adventure—golden dunes stretching to the horizon, star-filled skies, and the silence of the desert—Merzouga’s Erg Chebbi is the ultimate destination. Among the dozens of camps in this iconic corner of Morocco, one stands out as the best overall luxury desert camp in Merzouga: Original Desert Camp. With a […]