Dune buggy safari in the Merzouga desert
Quick answer: a Merzouga buggy ride is the most thrilling way to explore the Erg Chebbi dunes. It costs €80 per person for 1 hour, €160 for 2 hours, €220 for 3 hours and €340 for half a day, includes hotel pick-up, an expert driver and fuel, and needs no experience.
Our dune buggies are safe, clean and easy to drive, with soft bucket seats and a full roll cage. Before you start, the driver explains everything.
Go dune bashing, climb to a high dune for sunrise or sunset, and explore the Berber villages and oases around Erg Chebbi.
Highlights of the Merzouga buggy ride
Merzouga buggy prices by duration
1 hour · €80A first taste of the dunes
A first ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes, ideal if it’s your first time in a buggy.
2 hours · €160Dunes, tracks and sunset
Dunes, desert tracks and a stop on a high dune for sunset or sunrise.
3 hours · €220Oases and villages
More time to explore the oases and villages around the dunes.
Half day · €340The full buggy adventure
The complete adventure around Erg Chebbi.
What the buggy ride price includes
✔ Included in the price
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
- Private transportation
- Expert driver
- Fuel
✖ Not included
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Tips (optional)
Photos of the Merzouga buggy ride
Where: Erg Chebbi dunes, Merzouga
Local team in Merzouga
FAQ about the Merzouga buggy ride
How much is a buggy ride in Merzouga?
€80 per person for 1 hour, €160 for 2 hours, €220 for 3 hours and €340 for half a day.
Do I need a driving licence or experience?
No experience is needed. Our expert drivers explain how the buggy works and accompany you during the ride.
Buggy or quad: which should I choose?
A buggy has seats and a roll cage, so it’s more comfortable and can carry a passenger. A quad bike is lighter and more physical.
Is the buggy ride safe?
Yes. The buggies have bucket seats, a full roll cage and other safety features, and the route is adapted to your level.