Berber Drums & Campfire Night
After dinner, gather around the fire for Berber drums, qraqeb (metal castanets) and traditional songs, and try playing yourself.
About this experience
After dinner, gather around the fire for Berber drums, qraqeb (metal castanets) and traditional songs, and try playing yourself.
Make the most of your night in the dunes: sandboarding down Erg Chebbi, a sunrise dune climb, Berber drums around the campfire and a guided look at the Sahara night sky.
Highlights
- Live Berber and Gnawa rhythms
- Campfire under the stars
- Mint tea and dates
Programme
Campfire
The fire is lit after dinner in the centre of the camp.
Music
The camp team plays the drums and qraqeb and sings traditional songs.
Join in
Guests are invited to play and dance.
Night sky
The evening ends quietly with tea under the stars.
Timings are a guide: as a private tour, the programme can be adapted to your pace and wishes.
Included
- Local Berber guide
- Equipment where needed (sandboards, blankets)
- Mint tea
- Pick-up from your camp or hotel in Merzouga
Good to know
- Price is per person
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Pay on the day: MAD, EUR or USD
- Private tours available on request
- Bring sunglasses, sunscreen and closed shoes
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