Overnight Desert Tour from Marrakech to Zagora

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.

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech to Zagora

Stop At: Tizi n Tichka, Imlil Village, Ouarzazate 45000 Morocco
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
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Ait Ben Haddou, Ait Ben Haddou, Souss-Massa
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.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Draa Valley, Zagora 45600 Morocco
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.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Zagora, Zagora, Souss-Massa
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.
Duration: 40 minutes

Meals included:
• Dinner: Typical rich moroccan dinner will be provided at the camp
Accommodation included: Overnight at standard nomad tents after the camel ride.
- Possibility to upgrade to deluxe camp for an extra cost

Day 2: Zagora to Marrakech

Stop At: Zagora, Zagora, Souss-Massa
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.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Draa Valley, Zagora 45600 Morocco
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.

Stop At: Ouarzazate, Ouarzazate, Draa-Tafilalet
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.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: High Atlas Mountains, 40000 Morocco
In the afternoon we’ll cross again the Atlas Mountains and the Berber villages between Ouarzazate and Marrakech. Drop off at your accommodation.

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"In the unlikely event that the minimum number of 4 paying adults is not reached, tours will be cancelled"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Start Time: 08:00 AM
Duration: 2 Days
Start location: Marrakesh, Morocco
Traveler pickup is offered
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.

Airports

• Menara Airport, Marrakech Morocco

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Transport in private 4x4 Land Cruiser or Minivan
• English/French/Spanish speaking driver during the tour
• Pickup & drop off from your riad/hotel or the closest parking lot
• Camel Trek and overnight in nomad desert bivouac
• Free time to explore the sites such as Ait Benhaddou, kasbah, walks, breaks for photos
• Possibility to upgrade to Deluxe camp with ensuite bathroom/Shower in your tent
• Accommodation included: 1 night
• 1x Dinner
• 1x Breakfast

Not Included

• Drinks
• Lunch
• Gratuities

Facilities