Camel peering over the red dunes of the Sahara

About Camello Viaje

About us

A Moroccan travel agency born, quite literally, in the sand of the Sahara.

Our story

Five brothers and a desert

Camello Viaje was founded by five of us, brothers raised in Merzouga at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes. As children we learned to find our way by the crests of the sand, to look after the camels and to welcome the travellers who came to the village with a glass of tea.

What began as family hospitality became, more than a decade ago, our profession. Today we organise tours all over Morocco, but we still work the same way: on a small scale, directly, and treating every person as a guest.

  • A young team of Berbers from south-eastern Morocco
  • More than ten years’ experience in tourism
  • We speak English, Spanish, French, Italian, Arabic and a little Japanese
Berber camel driver resting with his camels in the dunes Group of travellers celebrating in the Merzouga dunes

Deep roots in the desert

Growing up surrounded by the wonders of the Sahara gave us enormous respect for its culture, its landscapes and its people. That passion for our homeland is what drives us to create authentic trips, where you spend time with local families rather than just passing by.

A decade of experience

After more than ten years on the road, we know which route is the most beautiful, what time a kasbah is empty and where to eat the best tagine. That first-hand knowledge lets us design personalised itineraries that match your interests.

Trips made to measure

Whether you dream of crossing golden dunes by camel, losing yourself in centuries-old kasbahs or soaking up village life, we will be with you. You bring the dates and the enthusiasm; we provide the road.

Travellers sharing tea on a kasbah terrace

How we work

Our way of travelling

Always private. We do not put strangers together. The vehicle and driver are yours alone, which means you can stop for a photo, linger on a walk or change plans as you go.

With local people. Our drivers, camel handlers and cooks live in the places we travel through. What you pay for your trip stays with the families of the area.

With respect. We look after our camels, leave no litter in the dunes and work with small places to stay that share that outlook.

No small print. The price we quote includes what we say it does. If something is not covered — lunches, for example — we tell you before you book.

See our tours

Reviews

Our travellers introduce us best

«Five of us went on the three-day desert trip and it was a very good experience. Punctuality and friendly service from the guide, the driver and the staff at the accommodation (hotel and tent). The journey, although long, was easier because the car was well equipped. Without doubt a highly recommended experience.»

Group of 5 travellers3-day desert tour

«We did the tour with Moubarak and Hamed and everything was great. Very attentive at all times, no scams and no small print. They adapted to the tour we wanted and to our outbound and return flights, with airport transfers included.»

Travellers on a tailor-made tourRabat, Marrakech, the gorges and Merzouga

«This is the second time I have travelled with this company. We spent 5 days in Morocco with Hamed, who always answered our questions quickly, even during the trip. He booked us the luxury Sahara camp: the most impressive part of the trip. Our driver, Mbarek, is really pleasant and very safe.»

LuvreiseOctober 2019

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Camel caravan at sunset in the Sahara

Come and meet us in Morocco

The tea will be ready. Tell us how you picture your trip and we will make it happen.