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Merzouga Desert Activities
A cushioned swing and glowing lanterns set on the sand at a desert camp for a private dinner

Food & dinners

Private Romantic Dinner in the Desert

A private romantic dinner in the Merzouga desert, lit by lanterns, set up for you in the dunes or at a luxury camp on request.

  • About 3 hours, including setup time with you on site, dinner and tea
  • Evening
  • Easy
  • On request

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Arranged on request. We'll check availability before you commit to anything.

Overview

A private romantic dinner in the Merzouga desert is what couples ask us for when the evening has to count: a proposal, an anniversary, a honeymoon. We set the table either in a quiet spot among the Erg Chebbi dunes or in a reserved corner of a luxury camp. Which one depends on the season, the weather and the camp. You get rugs on the sand, low cushions and plenty of lanterns and candles. Around you, just dunes and sky.

Dinner is a Moroccan menu over several courses. It usually opens with soup and a spread of salads, then a main such as tagine, couscous or slow-cooked lamb when it's available, and ends with fruit, pastries and mint tea. We agree the menu with the camp beforehand and pass on anything you want: dietary needs, a favourite dish, flowers, a birthday cake, or a quiet moment kept free for the question.

Every dinner is set up individually, so nothing is fixed until we've checked with the camp. Plenty of couples ride out on a sunset camel trek first and stay the night, or walk out for some stargazing after the meal.

Highlights

  • Your own table in the dunes or at a luxury camp, depending on conditions
  • Rugs and cushions on the sand, lit by lanterns and candles
  • Moroccan menu over several courses, agreed in advance
  • Help with proposals, anniversaries and birthday surprises
  • Quiet and a sky full of stars once the food arrives

Key details

Duration
About 3 hours, including setup time with you on site, dinner and tea
Best time
Evening, starting around sunset or just after. Spring and autumn are usually the most comfortable seasons for eating outdoors.
Meeting point
At the camp, or at your hotel or auberge in Merzouga or Hassilabied if a transfer is included. We'll confirm this when we arrange the dinner.
Transport
Most people arrive by 4x4 or on a camel trek to the camp. We can arrange transfers on request.

Included

  • Private setup with rugs, cushions and lanterns (details vary by camp)
  • Moroccan dinner over several courses, typically soup, salads, a main and dessert
  • Mint tea and water
  • Someone serving you throughout dinner

Not included

  • Transfers, unless agreed beforehand
  • Extra decoration, flowers, a cake or a photographer, unless arranged
  • Drinks other than tea and water (each camp has its own drinks policy)
  • A night at the camp, unless booked separately
  • Tips (optional)

What to bring

  • A warm jacket or shawl, as desert evenings cool down fast
  • Comfortable shoes for walking on sand
  • A small torch
  • Anything personal you'd like to bring into the evening, like a ring or a card

Age, safety & accessibility

  • Fine for any age, though it's mostly couples and small groups who book it.
  • Let us know about allergies and dietary needs early so the menu can be adjusted.
  • Wind and blowing sand can change plans at short notice. If eating outside isn't comfortable or safe, dinner moves to a sheltered part of the camp.
  • There are candles and lanterns around, so keep scarves and loose clothing away from the flames.

Booking conditions

  • We arrange this dinner on request. It's only confirmed once we've checked the date, the setting and the menu with the camp.
  • Open dunes or camp: that depends on the season, the weather and the camp itself, and we'll tell you what's possible for your date.
  • Planning a proposal or a surprise? Mention it in your request and we'll keep things discreet.
  • Give us as much notice as you can, especially in the busy months.

Cancellation policy · Booking terms

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Frequently asked questions

Can I propose during a desert dinner in Merzouga?

Yes, and we're glad to help you plan it. Tell us what you have in mind (a certain moment, flowers, a secluded spot) and we'll check with the camp what can be done.

Can we have wine or champagne with dinner?

That's up to the camp. Some don't serve alcohol at all, and the rules differ from one to the next. Ask when you send your request and we'll give you a straight answer for your date.

What if the weather is bad on the night?

Strong wind or blowing sand makes dinner in the open dunes unpleasant. If that happens, we move you to a sheltered part of the camp or suggest another evening.

Do we need to stay the night at the camp?

You don't have to, but most couples do, since the camp is out in the dunes. Ask about a night at a luxury camp and we'll book the two together.

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