Omar Benali · 5 min · Desert
Far from any city light, the Sahara delivers one of the clearest night skies you will ever see.
The Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga sit far enough from major towns that light pollution is essentially zero on a clear, moonless night — the Milky Way is visible to the naked eye.
The best viewing window runs a few nights either side of the new moon; check the lunar calendar before booking if stargazing is your main goal.
A basic tripod and a wide, fast lens are enough for solid astrophotography results — most desert camps are happy to let you set up away from any camp lighting.
Bring a warm layer regardless of season; desert nights cool quickly once the sun sets, and you will want to stay out longer than you expect once the stars appear.
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