2-Day Zagora Desert Tour from Marrakech with Camel Ride and Camp

4.8 (78 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
Duration2 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience southern Morocco on a 2-day desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, travel through Ouarzazate and the beautiful Draa Valley, visit Ait Ben Haddou, and enjoy a camel ride before spending the night at a desert camp.
Choose the travel style that suits you best: join a shared group vehicle with other travelers, or select private transportation exclusively for your group. Both options follow the same itinerary and include the same tour services; the main difference is the transportation arrangement.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience the desert, traditional villages, mountain scenery, and southern Morocco within two days.

Options

2-Day private transportation

private tent(WC-shower Inside)
Ait ben Haddou Palace
Vip service
Duration: 2 days
dinner and breakfast
south east of morocco
private Mini van
private transportation: confortable car with Ac and tour guide
Pickup included

2-Day Shared Group Transport

private tent(WC-shower Inside)
Ait ben Haddou Palace
Duration: 2 days
dinner and breakfast
south east of morocco
Pickup included

What's included

  • Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
  • Camel Ride with Sunset
  • Professional English-speaking driver-tour guide
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Spending one night in desert camp in Zagora desert
  • Lunches and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to monuments and attractions

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ouarzazate – Draa Valley – Zagora
  1. Marrakech
    1h
    Begin your private journey with pickup from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. Travel south through traditional villages toward the High Atlas Mountains.
  2. High Atlas Mountains
    Pass by
    Travel through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, enjoying panoramic views of rugged peaks, traditional Berber villages, and dramatic valleys along the route to southern Morocco.
  3. Tizi n Tichka
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Stop at the famous Tizi n'Tichka Pass to admire panoramic views across the High Atlas Mountains and take photographs of the spectacular mountain scenery.
  4. 1h
    Discover Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert. Enjoy time to explore the city, admire its traditional architecture, and take a break before continuing toward the Draa Valley.
  5. Taourirt Kasbah
    1h
    Explore the historic Taourirt Kasbah, one of Ouarzazate's most impressive examples of traditional Moroccan earthen architecture. Discover its historic rooms, courtyards, and decorative details.
  6. Agdz
    30m
    Continue through Agdez and discover the entrance to the beautiful Draa Valley, with its traditional villages, ancient kasbahs, and spectacular desert landscapes.
  7. Draa Valley
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Travel through the scenic Draa Valley, famous for its extensive palm groves, traditional villages, and kasbahs. Enjoy scenic views and photo opportunities along the route.
  8. 30m
    Arrive in Zagora, the gateway to the desert. Take a short break before continuing to the camel departure point for your desert experience.
  9. Zagora
    1h
    Experience the desert on a traditional camel ride. Travel across the desert landscape while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful colors of the sunset before reaching your camp.
  10. Zagora
    2h
    Enjoy a traditional desert camp experience with Moroccan mint tea, dinner, traditional music, and a campfire beneath the stars. Spend the night in the Zagora Desert.
Day 2: DAY 2 : ZAGORA - DRAA VALLEY - TIZI-N-TICHA - MARRAKECH
  1. Zagora
    30m
    Wake early to watch the sunrise over the Zagora Desert. Enjoy the peaceful morning atmosphere before having breakfast at the camp and beginning the return journey.
  2. Draa Valley
    1h
    Continue through the Draa Valley toward Marrakech, enjoying views of palm groves, traditional villages, kasbahs, and the changing landscapes of southern Morocco.
  3. Ait Ben Haddou
    2h
    Visit the UNESCO-listed Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco's most iconic fortified villages. Walk through its narrow streets and discover its traditional earthen architecture and fascinating history.
  4. High Atlas Mountains
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Cross the High Atlas Mountains on the return journey to Marrakech, with opportunities to stop at scenic viewpoints and enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery.
  5. Marrakech
    2h
    Continue to Marrakech after your desert adventure. Enjoy a comfortable private transfer with drop-off at your hotel or riad.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet in front of Café de France, at Jemaa el-Fna Square. Your driver-tour guide will meet you at the entrance of the café. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Exact meeting details will be confirmed by WhatsApp before the tour.

End point

Please meet in front of Café de France, at Jemaa el-Fna Square. Your driver-tour guide will meet you at the entrance of the café. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Exact meeting details will be confirmed by WhatsApp before the tour.

Pickup details

Pickup is available from hotels and accommodations in Marrakech that are accessible by vehicle. For travelers staying inside the Medina or in pedestrian-only areas, the meeting point is Café de France, Jemaa el-Fna, Marrakech. Exact pickup details will be confirmed before departure.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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