Overview
There is nothing more authentic than making a trip from Marrakech to the nearest desert, the Zagora Desert. This is the perfect option to discover the desert in a short time trip (the excursion is a 2 days and one night trip).
It is totally recommended for people who don't want to miss the experience of sleeping in an authentic Haima (tent) Berber with more confort than you would expect in a desert, ride a camel and enjoy the unforgettable event: the sunrise in the desert.
The tour covers the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Benhadou, Agdez and the beautiful Draa River Valley. It is a flexible tour and it will make stops to enjoy the different landscapes of the areas.
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Main measures to comply with requirements against COVID-19:
• Sanitizing hand rub available in all our vehicles.
• Protective face masks will be distributed to each passenger.
• Surfaces of the vehicule will be wiped with disinfectant after each use.
• Driver and/or guide will wear masks and gloves.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Camel Trek
Multilingual driver during the tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Dinner
Breakfast
Drinks
Lunch
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Not recommended for pregnant women
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time
What to expect
Day 1 AIT BEN HADDOU - DRAA VALLEY - ZAGORA
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2 hours
We will leave Marrakech at 7:30-8am torwards Zagora. On the way, we'll discover the Tîzî-N-Tichka area, a highway that crosses the High Atlas at 2260 meters high, and we'll see some nice fortified berber villages.
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Ait Ben Haddou
3 hours
Short visit in Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (Unesco world heritage)
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Agdz
2 hours
We will cross the High Altas and see a berber village of Agdez, the Draa Valley and its palm grove, the last vegetation before entering the desert.
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Zagora
3 hours
We'll arrive Zagora with enough time to ride a camel and enjoy the amazing sunset in the desert.
After a traditional berber dinner, we will spend the night in an authentic berber Haima (tent).
Day 2 ZAGORA - DRAA VALLEY - OUARZAZATE - MARRAKECH
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Zagora
2 hours
At dawn we will enjoy an unforgettable event: sunrise in the desert. After the dawn, we'll have a nice typical breakfast and go back to Zagora riding a camel to continue the tour.
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3 hours
Again, we will pass the Draa Valley and Agdez to arrive in Ouarzazate, where we'll have lunch and have some free time to visit (optional) Ouarzazate, the Kasbah Taourirt or the cinema studios where many famous movies were shot.
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Marrakech
4 hours
In the afternoon, we will go back to Marrakech, passing again the High Atlas and making a short stop in Tîzî-N-Ticka, finishing our tour driving to Marrakech where we will arrive at our pick up point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Africa/Casablanca).
Additional Information
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about 2-Day Desert Tour to Zagora from Marrakech
Can I cancel 2-Day Desert Tour to Zagora from Marrakech for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Camel Trek
- Multilingual driver during the tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Dinner
- Breakfast
What's not included?
- Drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Ait Ben Haddou, Agdz, Zagora.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
The minimum age is 6 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Argania Travel
