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Nomad Bivouac

4.8
(78)
4.8
(78)
•#30 on "Top 43 things to do and attractions in Merzouga"
Guest house
Business park
Children's camp

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Embark on an unforgettable journey at Nomad Bivouac, where the enchanting Sahara Desert meets genuine Moroccan hospitality. This hidden gem offers a unique blend of breathtaking landscapes and warm, welcoming service. Guests rave about Hassan, the incredible host whose kindness and helpfulness create a familial atmosphere. His fascinating stories of his nomadic upbringing and impressive multilingual skills add to the charm of your stay.
Why you should go
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  1. Experience authentic Moroccan hospitality in the Sahara Desert
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  3. Enjoy clean accommodation with comfortable rooms and amenities like hot water
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  5. Taste delicious traditional food prepared on-site
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Outstanding experience! Hussein is a great host, excellent service, food and location for anyone wanting to explore the Sahara Desert . Will definitely recommend!
I stayed one night at this place. Price at booking was 9€ but the owner ask for 10€ but is okay not a big deal for me. Hassan offer to pickup me up at bus station and when I said I want to buy food for my dinner he refuse and said we can cook for you at home. But the price he gave me is more than double only for eggs tajine. I already said I want to buy from shop I don’t want to pay nonsense price but he not allowed me. The toilet and tent is clean, but tent too cold during night for winter and no any warmer, the plug point only at his storage room or in the toilet. Got lamp at the tent but how come no any plug point for charging.? And everytime I need to used charge I need to go to his storage room or in toilet. He try to selling his services to me, riding a camel or ride atv or bring me to the desert. Which is the price also nonsense and after I say no I’m not come here bring a lot of money, I start to realise he chance the way he treat me and become very rude person The next day i stay almost 15min in commons area greeting good morning to him and he avoids to talk or see at me. I feel Hassan very rude. After prepare my breakfast ( include the price ) he ate with me and barely didn’t speak with me. Almost he finish he just leave me with say anything ( why you come eat with me if you donno the manner) He seem not happy i’m gave only 10€ to him. But unfortunately i visited fews of Middle East countries so riding a camel, going to the desert not my first time.I go to this place because one of his friend recommend me to go visit him. But I’m not expecting to get very bad treatment from him. Before i will leave his place he also ask me to walking to the bus station alone, and I insist him to send me ( because that the deal before I book at his place he need to take me and send me to the station ) or else I will choose about option for sure. What more funny from his behaviour is, he drop me off 300 meter to the station bus, yes for sure I’m fine with walking but how come he can leave his customer only 300meter away not harm for me to walking also not harm for him to send me direct to the bus station. ps: Hassan the owner will treat you good if you bring money and spending more at his place. Unfortunately I definitely will not do that after I saw his real behaviour to treat his customers. I understand he want business for survive, but with treat customers like this without any smile at his face, definitely not recommend anyone to go there. I will avoid this place for another 100 years.
Hassan and is family are very welcoming, very good people. All the place was very well arranged, there was hot water, the rooms are comfortable, bathroom and toilet very clean. Nomad bivouac is a place I would recommend to everybody and a place I would return. A very good and quite place to rest.
Outstanding experience! Hussein is a great host, excellent service, food and location for anyone wanting to explore the Sahara Desert . Will definitely recommend!
I stayed one night at this place. Price at booking was 9€ but the owner ask for 10€ but is okay not a big deal for me. Hassan offer to pickup me up at bus station and when I said I want to buy food for my dinner he refuse and said we can cook for you at home. But the price he gave me is more than double only for eggs tajine. I already said I want to buy from shop I don’t want to pay nonsense price but he not allowed me. The toilet and tent is clean, but tent too cold during night for winter and no any warmer, the plug point only at his storage room or in the toilet. Got lamp at the tent but how come no any plug point for charging.? And everytime I need to used charge I need to go to his storage room or in toilet. He try to selling his services to me, riding a camel or ride atv or bring me to the desert. Which is the price also nonsense and after I say no I’m not come here bring a lot of money, I start to realise he chance the way he treat me and become very rude person The next day i stay almost 15min in commons area greeting good morning to him and he avoids to talk or see at me. I feel Hassan very rude. After prepare my breakfast ( include the price ) he ate with me and barely didn’t speak with me. Almost he finish he just leave me with say anything ( why you come eat with me if you donno the manner) He seem not happy i’m gave only 10€ to him. But unfortunately i visited fews of Middle East countries so riding a camel, going to the desert not my first time.I go to this place because one of his friend recommend me to go visit him. But I’m not expecting to get very bad treatment from him. Before i will leave his place he also ask me to walking to the bus station alone, and I insist him to send me ( because that the deal before I book at his place he need to take me and send me to the station ) or else I will choose about option for sure. What more funny from his behaviour is, he drop me off 300 meter to the station bus, yes for sure I’m fine with walking but how come he can leave his customer only 300meter away not harm for me to walking also not harm for him to send me direct to the bus station. ps: Hassan the owner will treat you good if you bring money and spending more at his place. Unfortunately I definitely will not do that after I saw his real behaviour to treat his customers. I understand he want business for survive, but with treat customers like this without any smile at his face, definitely not recommend anyone to go there. I will avoid this place for another 100 years.
Hassan and is family are very welcoming, very good people. All the place was very well arranged, there was hot water, the rooms are comfortable, bathroom and toilet very clean. Nomad bivouac is a place I would recommend to everybody and a place I would return. A very good and quite place to rest.
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Map
Address
2 km after Merzouga Centre, Tamzguidate, Merzouga 52202, Morocco
Website
http://www.hassanemerzouga.com/
Phone
+212 671-563372
2 km after Merzouga Centre, Tamzguidate, Merzouga 52202, Morocco
+212 671-563372
http://www.hassanemerzouga.com/

Know before you go

  • Consider negotiating prices upfront to avoid surprises during your stay
  • If visiting in winter, bring extra layers as tents might get cold at night without adequate heating
  • Charge your devices strategically as plug points are limited to specific areas like storage rooms or toilets
  • Be open to engaging with Hassan about local culture and nomadic life for a richer experience

Reviews

Nomad Bivouac offers a mix of experiences according to various reviews. While some guests found the owner, Hassan, welcoming and accommodating, others were disappointed by his pricing tactics and perceived rudeness. The accommodation is described as clean with comfortable rooms and amenities like hot water. Many praised the traditional food offered on-site and recommended joining camel rides for sunrise views in the Sahara Desert. Despite mixed opinions about Hassan's behavior towards customers based on their spending habits, Nomad Bivouac seems to provide an authentic Berber camp experience with a peaceful atmosphere.
Review score
4.8
out of 5
Exceptional
78 reviews
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5/5Sandra T
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Oct 1, 2025 from
Google
Outstanding experience! Hussein is a great host, excellent service, food and location for anyone wanting to explore the Sahara Desert . Will definitely recommend!
1/5Nur K
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Dec 14, 2024 from
Google
I stayed one night at this place. Price at booking was 9€ but the owner ask for 10€ but is okay not a big deal for me. Hassan offer to pickup me up at bus station and when I said I want to buy food for my dinner he refuse and said we can cook for you at home. But the price he gave me is more than double only for eggs tajine. I already said I want to buy from shop I don’t want to pay nonsense price but he not allowed me. The toilet and tent is clean, but tent too cold during night for winter and no any warmer, the plug point only at his storage room or in the toilet. Got lamp at the tent but how come no any plug point for charging.? And everytime I need to used charge I need to go to his storage room or in toilet. He try to selling his services to me, riding a camel or ride atv or bring me to the desert. Which is the price also nonsense and after I say no I’m not come here bring a lot of money, I start to realise he chance the way he treat me and become very rude person The next day i stay almost 15min in commons area greeting good morning to him and he avoids to talk or see at me. I feel Hassan very rude. After prepare my breakfast ( include the price ) he ate with me and barely didn’t speak with me. Almost he finish he just leave me with say anything ( why you come eat with me if you donno the manner) He seem not happy i’m gave only 10€ to him. But unfortunately i visited fews of Middle East countries so riding a camel, going to the desert not my first time.I go to this place because one of his friend recommend me to go visit him. But I’m not expecting to get very bad treatment from him. Before i will leave his place he also ask me to walking to the bus station alone, and I insist him to send me ( because that the deal before I book at his place he need to take me and send me to the station ) or else I will choose about option for sure. What more funny from his behaviour is, he drop me off 300 meter to the station bus, yes for sure I’m fine with walking but how come he can leave his customer only 300meter away not harm for me to walking also not harm for him to send me direct to the bus station. ps: Hassan the owner will treat you good if you bring money and spending more at his place. Unfortunately I definitely will not do that after I saw his real behaviour to treat his customers. I understand he want business for survive, but with treat customers like this without any smile at his face, definitely not recommend anyone to go there. I will avoid this place for another 100 years.
5/5David A
•
Nov 8, 2024 from
Google
Hassan and is family are very welcoming, very good people. All the place was very well arranged, there was hot water, the rooms are comfortable, bathroom and toilet very clean. Nomad bivouac is a place I would recommend to everybody and a place I would return. A very good and quite place to rest.
5/5Stefan B
•
Mar 30, 2024 from
Google
Hassan is a welcoming host and a true amazigh nomad. We slept there one night and it was comfortable and the food was great. I definitely recommend going out with the camels to watch the sunrise - it was an unforgettable experience.
5/5Judit S
•
Feb 3, 2024 from
Google
Hassan was an amazing host. The atmosphere of the place was very authentic, peaceful, safe and very clean. Even though you experience the berber camp feeling you have everything you need. Highly recommend to visit !
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Map
Address
2 km after Merzouga Centre, Tamzguidate, Merzouga 52202, Morocco
Website
http://www.hassanemerzouga.com/
Phone
+212 671-563372
2 km after Merzouga Centre, Tamzguidate, Merzouga 52202, Morocco
+212 671-563372
http://www.hassanemerzouga.com/
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