About the Full-Day Buggy Tour in Merzouga
The full-day buggy tour from Merzouga is our longest buggy experience. A buggy is comfortable over long distances, which makes it a great vehicle for a full day exploring Erg Chebbi and the vast desert around it.
Each full-day tour is planned individually. We discuss your experience, the season and your interests, then agree a route, the timing and what is included — such as lunch — before you book. Your guide leads the way all day, with breaks during the hottest hours.
This is a big day out and best suited to confident drivers. If you are new to off-road driving, we recommend a shorter tour first.
A full day also changes the rhythm of the experience. Instead of squeezing the desert into an hour, you watch it change through the day: crisp morning light on the dunes, the shimmer of the plains at midday, long golden shadows in the afternoon. There is time to stop wherever something catches your eye, to talk with your guide about life around Erg Chebbi, and to simply sit in the silence. For many guests, that is what stays with them longest.
Highlights
- Our longest buggy experience
- Dunes and wide desert landscapes
- Route and inclusions agreed in advance
- Midday rest in the hottest hours
- Private local guide all day
Is the Full-Day Buggy Tour right for you?
Book a full-day buggy tour if you are a confident driver, love long journeys and want to see far more of the Sahara around Merzouga than a short ride allows.
What happens on the day
Here is how the Full-Day Buggy Tour works, step by step, so you know exactly what to expect.
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Planning
Agree route, timing and inclusions on WhatsApp.
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Morning briefing
Equipment and safety rules.
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Morning drive
Dunes and open desert with stops.
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Midday break
Rest and lunch as agreed.
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Afternoon drive
Continue the agreed loop.
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Return
Back in the late afternoon.
Route and what you will see
The full-day buggy route is planned with you and depends on the season and conditions.
Possible stops (agreed before departure)
- Dunes of Erg Chebbi
- Black stony desert
- Khamlia village (subject to confirmation)
- Dayet Srji seasonal lake (subject to confirmation)
What you will see
- The full extent of Erg Chebbi
- Very different desert landscapes
- Life around the dunes
What is included
Included
- Buggy and fuel
- Helmets
- Safety briefing
- Local guide all day
- Agreed stops
Not included
- Lunch unless agreed
- Entrance fees or donations, if any
- Tips (always optional)
Who can take part
- Minimum driver age
- 16 years
- Children
- Children from 4 years old can ride as passengers. Under 16s ride as passengers with an adult driver.
- Sharing a quad
- Two people can ride one quad: one driver and one passenger, for the price of one quad.
- Driving licence
- Not required
- Fitness
- Normal good health. No experience needed unless stated.
Riding is not recommended during pregnancy, with serious back or neck problems, or after drinking alcohol. If you are unsure, ask us before booking.
What to wear and bring
Sand, sun and wind are the three things to prepare for. Simple, comfortable clothes are best.
- Closed shoes, long trousers and a light long-sleeved top
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and a scarf to protect your face from sand
- Water — especially from May to September
- Phone or camera in a zipped pocket or small bag
Read our full guide: what to wear for quad biking in Merzouga
Pickup and meeting point
We meet guests at our base in Merzouga village or pick them up in Merzouga village and nearby hotels and desert camps. When you book, tell us where you are staying and we will confirm the exact arrangement.
Pickup is free from some hotels; from others a small fee applies. We tell you which when you book.
Price of the Full-Day Buggy Tour
€700–710
per buggy
Merzouga buggy prices are per vehicle, not per person. Our buggies are 2-seaters, so two people share one price.
Prices are for private excursions. If only one quad goes out with a guide, a small single supplement may apply.
- Payment
- Cash (MAD or EUR) on the day
- Deposit
- A deposit may be required in some cases; we always tell you before you confirm.
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellation policy
What riders say
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Full-Day Buggy Tour: frequently asked questions
How long is the full-day buggy tour?
Around seven hours including a long midday break.
Is lunch included?
Lunch arrangements are agreed when you book.
Can beginners do it?
We recommend a shorter tour first if you have never driven off-road.
Best season?
October to April. In summer, long drives are only comfortable very early in the day.
How do I book the Full-Day Buggy Tour?
Send us a message on WhatsApp or use the booking form with your date, number of people and hotel. We confirm availability and the exact time, usually within a few hours. No online payment is needed to request a booking.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If strong wind or a sandstorm makes riding unsafe, we reschedule or cancel without charge.
