Day trip from Merzouga
Desert Villages and Oases Day Trip from Merzouga
Visit Khamlia, Rissani and the palm oases around Merzouga: village life, markets and the music of the desert, with a local guide.
- Khamlia Gnawa music
- Rissani market
- Merzouga desert villages
- private day trip Merzouga
Overview
Desert Villages and Oases Day Trip from Merzouga
The desert villages day trip from Merzouga is a private excursion to Khamlia, known for its Gnawa music, to the market town of Rissani and to the palm oases of the Tafilalet, with a local guide. It shows the daily life behind the dunes. The price is on request.
Behind the dunes of Merzouga, life goes on in villages and palm oases. Khamlia, a few kilometres from Merzouga, is known for the Gnawa music of its Sahrawi community, and a short concert is a highlight for many visitors.
Rissani, the old gateway to the Sahara, has a lively market and the mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif. The palm groves of the Tafilalet are irrigated by ancient channels called khettaras.
Market days are on certain days of the week, so tell us your dates and we plan around them. We adapt the stops to your pace and interests.
Highlights
What makes it special
Khamlia
Gnawa music and village life.
Rissani
A market town at the gateway of the Sahara.
Palm oases
Palm groves and traditional irrigation.
Local life
Meet people and see everyday life in the desert.
How it works
Step by step
What to expect, from the start to the end of the activity.
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Pick-up in Merzouga
We collect you from your hotel or camp at the time we agree with you.
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Khamlia
Visit the village and listen to Gnawa music.
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Rissani and the oases
Walk through the market and the palm groves.
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Return to Merzouga
Return in the afternoon or add a sunset on the dunes.
What you get
What is included
- Private transport from Merzouga
- Local driver, and a local guide on request
- Stops at Khamlia, Rissani and the oases
- Return to Merzouga the same day
Price on request. Write to us on WhatsApp and we reply with a clear price for your dates.
Good to know
What to bring
- Modest clothes, covering shoulders and knees
- A scarf for sun and dust
- Cash for the market and tips for the musicians
- Comfortable shoes
- Your camera, and ask before photographing people
Plan your trip
Make it part of your trip
Combine this day trip with other things to do from Merzouga.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Khamlia?
Khamlia is a village a few kilometres from Merzouga, known for the Gnawa music of its community.
What can I see in Rissani?
The market, the old medina and the mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif. The palm oases of the Tafilalet are also nearby.
How much does it cost?
The price is on request because it depends on the group and the options you choose. Write to us on WhatsApp for a clear price.
Is it a private trip?
Yes. You travel with your own driver, and a local guide on request, with no strangers.
Can I combine it with the dunes?
Yes. Many travellers visit the villages during the day and watch the sunset on the dunes.
When are the markets?
Markets are on certain days of the week. Tell us your dates and we plan the trip around them.
More day trips
Other day trips from Merzouga
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