Morocco · Desert Adventure

2-Day Zagora Desert Tour from Marrakech with Aït Benhaddou

2 Days Round trip from Marrakech Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cross the majestic Tizi n'Tichka Pass, the highest road in North Africa
  • 02 Visit the splendid Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 03 Experience a camel ride in the Sahara Desert with an overnight under Berber tents
  • 04 Explore Ouarzazate's famous film studios, known as the Berber Hollywood Cinema Studio
  • 05 Visit Kasbah Taourirt, the former home of Pacha Glaoui

Sign up for this exciting 2-day tour to explore the dunes of Zagora through the gateway to the desert, Ouarzazate, and visit famous kasbahs. Discover the Moroccan Sahara, spend the night under the stars, and enjoy a camel trek through the arid desert of Zagora while experiencing the way of life of the Berber nomads. Pass through the High Atlas Mountains and admire the stunning views of the Draa Valley.

Discover the Moroccan Sahara, spend the night under the stars, and enjoy a camel trek through the arid desert of Zagora while experiencing the way of life of the Berber nomads.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Marrakech, Taourirt, Ouarzazate, Zagora, Aït Benhaddou, Tizi n'Tichka, Atlas Mountains
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Marrakech to Aït Benhaddou, Draa Valley and Zagora Desert

  • We will start our 2-day tour to the Zagora Desert with pickup at 08:00 am from your accommodation in Marrakech in a modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
  • We will cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, driving for miles while enjoying the fascinating sight of superb, scattered Berber villages, until we reach the World Heritage Site of Aït Benhaddou. Morocco's most famous ksar (an old village of kasbahs), this fortified village dates back to the 18th century and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987. This beautiful place has attracted many film directors and appeared in movies such as Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, Alexander, and The Jewel of the Nile.
  • After exploring the kasbah, you will enjoy a traditional lunch in a local restaurant.
  • Continue towards the Draa Valley and its huge palm grove via Ouarzazate, crossing the village of Agdez and passing kasbahs along the way.
  • Arrive in the Saharan town of Zagora, where the remains of an Almoravid fortress can still be seen.
  • Ride camels for a new adventure, crossing the palm grove of Draa to reach the sands of the Tinfo dunes, where you will spend the night under Berber tents.
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Day 02

Zagora Desert Sunrise, Ouarzazate and Return to Marrakech

After a typical breakfast in the desert camp of Zagora, you will be greeted by the attractive sight of sunlight rising over the small dunes of the Zagora Desert. The final part is the camel ride back to your hotel to meet your driver and begin a new explorative journey towards Marrakech.

You will also have free time in Ouarzazate for lunch in one of the local restaurants, and you will visit the famous Kasbah of Taourirt and the film studios.

In the afternoon, we will drive you back to Marrakech via the Atlas Mountains, bringing your 2-day Zagora Desert tour to an end.

Drop-off at your accommodation is around 6 pm.

Aït Benhaddou, Draa Valley palm grove, Zagora Desert dunes

Where this trip takes you

Aït Benhaddou, Draa Valley palm grove, Zagora Desert dunes

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Marrakech 7 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pickup and drop-off service at your accommodation
  • Transport by a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
  • English- or French-speaking driver
  • Local expert tour guide
  • Overnight stay in a desert camp, with dinner and breakfast included
  • Camel ride at sunset and sunrise (one camel each)
  • Fuel and bottled water during the tour

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Lunches and soft drinks
  • Any private expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Marrakech, Maroc
Tour start
Marrakech, Maroc
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Marrakech.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €120.00 — €225.00
Double Sharing €120.00 — €225.00

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