The best months to visit Sahara Desert are Oct – Apr. Avoid extreme summer heat.
Quick facts
Currency MAD (Dirham) 1 USD ≈ 10 DH
Language Arabic / French / Berber French widely spoken, some English
Timezone WET (UTC+1) No DST since 2018
Best Months Oct – Apr Avoid extreme summer heat
Daily Budget ~$30–60 USD Including desert camp
Visa Visa-free 90 days Most nationalities: check yours
When to go
Towering orange dunes, camel caravans at sunset, Berber camps under a sky of stars: the Sahara experience from Merzouga's Erg Chebbi.
Getting Around in Sahara Desert
- The 3-day tour from Marrakech includes all transport. Independent travellers can take Supratours bus to Errachidia then grand taxi to Merzouga
- In Marrakech, use petit taxis (metered, red) and insist the meter is running. Ride-hailing apps like inDrive also work
- The desert is only accessible by camel, 4x4, or on foot, as there are no roads beyond Merzouga
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Sahara Desert travel guide.
Timezone: WET (UTC+1) (No DST since 2018)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sahara Desert?
The best months to visit Sahara Desert are Oct – Apr (Avoid extreme summer heat), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Sahara Desert budget breakdown.
