Traditional sand bath
The ancient summer ritual of the dunes, from June to September
- 2 hoursDuration
- PrivateJust for your group
- Meeting pointYour hotel in Merzouga
- 30 € / personTea and rest in a tent
A Sahara tradition
Every summer Moroccans come to Merzouga from all over the country for the sand bath: according to tradition, the hot sand of the dunes helps with joint pain and fatigue.
An attendant digs a hole in the sun-baked sand, you lie down in it and are covered up to the neck for a few minutes. Then you rest in the shade of a tent with hot tea, to let the body sweat.
- Traditional ritualpractised for centuries
- Hot sandfrom the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Rest in a tentwith tea and water
- Summer onlyfrom June to September
How it works: Traditional sand bath
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1
Preparation
We choose the right spot on the dunes and prepare the hole in the hot sand.
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2
The bath
A few minutes covered in sand, with a small umbrella over your face and an attendant always beside you.
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3
Rest
Wrapped in a blanket, you rest in the tent with hot tea and water.
What's included
Included
- Attendant who prepares and supervises the bath
- Tent for resting
- Blanket, tea and water
Not included
- Transport from distant hotels
- Tips
What to bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- A change of clothes
Documents, health and safety: check the latest information in the official travel advice for Morocco.
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FAQ
Is it good for everyone?
No. It's not recommended for people with heart or blood pressure problems, pregnant women or children. If in doubt, ask your doctor first. It is not a medical therapy, but a local tradition.
How long does the bath itself last?
A few minutes; the rest of the time you relax in the shade.
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