2 days
Daily Tour
25 people
Arabic, English, Espanol, Francais, German, Italian
Experience the magic of southern Morocco on this 2-day Zagora Desert Tour from Marrakech, a perfect short desert escape for travelers with limited time. Journey through the High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs, pass palm-filled valleys, and spend an unforgettable night in the Zagora Desert under the stars.
This tour combines scenic landscapes, cultural discovery, and desert adventure. You’ll cross the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, enjoy camel rides at sunset and sunrise, and sleep in a traditional desert camp
Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. Travel south through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, crossing the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass with stops for photos and refreshments.
Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous kasbah and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore this historic fortified village with a local guide and learn about its role in famous films and series.
After lunch (not included), travel through Ouarzazate and continue along the lush Draa Valley, lined with thousands of palm trees and traditional villages.
Arrive in the Zagora Desert in the late afternoon, where you’ll switch to camels for a sunset camel trek across the desert landscape. Reach your desert camp, enjoy traditional Moroccan dinner, and spend the night under a star-filled sky.
Wake up early to experience the peaceful beauty of the desert at sunrise, followed by a sunrise camel ride. Enjoy breakfast at the camp before returning to your vehicle.
Travel back through the Draa Valley and Ouarzazate, with scenic stops along the way. Arrive back in Marrakech in the early evening and drop off at your accommodation.
Zagora is a rocky desert with smaller dunes, ideal for a short desert experience close to Marrakech.
Yes, this tour is suitable for families and first-time desert travelers.
Standard camps have shared facilities. Luxury camps offer private bathrooms.
Comfortable clothing, warm layers (especially in winter), sunscreen, hat, camera, and personal toiletries.
Expect long but scenic drives, with frequent stops for rest and sightseeing.
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