Overnight Desert Tour from Marrakech to Zagora

4.7 (18 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
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Duration2 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

If you’re thinking about a short Sahara desert trip from Marrakech, the Marrakech to Zagora 2 days / 1 night desert tour is one of the most popular morocco desert tours and the closest desert to Marrakech. The tour includes the sunset, sunrise and camel ride to sleep in a traditional nomad tent. The tour covers the High Atlas mountains, Ait Benhadou, Ouarzazate, Agdez and Draa river valley.

Options

Private Tour

SUV
Pickup included

Small Group Tour

Van
Pickup included

What's included

  • Transport in private 4x4 Land Cruiser or Minivan
  • Dinner
  • Pickup & drop off from your riad/hotel or the closest parking lot
  • Breakfast
  • Possibility to upgrade to Deluxe camp with ensuite bathroom/Shower in your tent
  • English/French/Spanish speaking driver during the tour
  • Camel Trek and overnight in nomad desert bivouac
  • Free time to explore the sites such as Ait Benhaddou, kasbah, walks, breaks for photos
  • Drinks
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech to Zagora
  1. Tizi n Tichka
    15m
    Leaving Marrakech and heading south crossing the high Atlas mountain chain on the highest road pass in Morocco, Tizi N'Tichka with an altitude of 2260m. Beautiful windy roads and scenery
  2. Ait Ben Haddou
    2h
    Stop for lunch at the infamous berber village of ait benhaddou, fortified Ksar with beautiful kasbahs, backdrop for many movies and declared world heritage site by the unesco.
  3. Draa Valley
    1h
    After lunch we will break through the scarp at the pass of Tizi n'Tinififft and descend onto the lush palmgrove of Agdz and Draa Valley. We go off-road along the ancient caravan route between the mountains and the river, passing many villages and gardens so that you can gain a better idea of the oases lifestyle.
  4. Zagora
    40m
    Once we arrive to Zagora will be dropped off by camels for your camel ride into the zagora desert camp and witness the sunset. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars while locals play their traditional folk songs for your entertainment.
Day 2: Zagora to Marrakech
  1. Zagora
    30m
    As you awake early, you are greeted by the attractive sight of the sunlight rising over the small dunes of the Zagora desert. This is accompanied by a typical breakfast in the bivouac of Zagora. The final part is the camel ride to meet your driver who is to drive you back to Marrakech.
  2. Draa Valley
    Pass by
    Head towards Ouarzazate through the Draa valley (164 km of paved road), to discover numerous villages and oases. After Agdz we will cross the anti Atlas, with its heart-shaped dunes, secured a breathtaking path.
  3. Ouarzazate
    1h
    Arrive in Ouarzazate where we will stop for lunch. Join a film studio tour and discover which of your favorite movies were filmed in the nearby desert regions, a visit of Touarirt Kasbah and the Musée du Cinema are possible but optional.
  4. High Atlas Mountains
    Pass by
    In the afternoon we’ll cross again the Atlas Mountains and the Berber villages between Ouarzazate and Marrakech. Drop off at your accommodation.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Once you confirm the booking, you can provide the name and address of your stay in Marrakech, and we will pick you up from the riad/hotel or the closest parking lot if it's not accessible.

End point

Once you confirm the booking, you can provide the name and address of your stay in Marrakech, and we will pick you up from the riad/hotel or the closest parking lot if it's not accessible.

Pickup details

Once you confirm the booking, you can provide the name and address of your stay in Marrakech, and we will pick you up from the riad/hotel or the closest parking lot if it's not accessible.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In the unlikely event that the minimum number of 4 paying adults is not reached, tours will be cancelled

Cancellation policy

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

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