Zagora 2-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech

Zagora 2-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech –Journey to the Gateway of the Sahara

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Experience the Magic of the Moroccan Sahara on This Desert Tour from Marrakech

Embark on an unforgettable desert tour from Marrakech to the stunning Zagora Desert, where golden dunes, palm-filled valleys, and starry skies await. This 2-day adventure is the perfect way to experience the Sahara without traveling too far from the city. Ideal for travelers with limited time, this desert tour from Marrakech offers camel rides, desert camping, and visits to iconic kasbahs along the ancient caravan route.

Your journey to Zagora will take you through the dramatic landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains, past Berber villages, and into the lush Draa Valley—a ribbon of greenery in the desert. Whether you’re seeking culture, adventure, or tranquility, this tour offers a taste of Morocco’s desert magic.

Trip Highlights – A Memorable Desert Tour from Marrakech

Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass
Visit the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Benhaddou en route
Explore the Draa Valley and its palm oases
Sunset camel trek in the Zagora Desert
Overnight stay in a traditional desert camp
Enjoy Berber music under the stars
Perfect short desert tour from Marrakech for those on limited time

Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Marrakech
Air-conditioned transport with English-speaking driver
Camel ride at sunset and sunrise
Overnight in a desert camp (private tent)
Dinner and breakfast at the camp
Guided visit to Ait Benhaddou Kasbah
Bottled water in the vehicle
All taxes and fees

Excluded

Itinerary

Detailed Itinerary – 2-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Zagora

Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Departure Time: 7:30 AM (Day 1)
Return Time: Around 6:30 PM (Day 2)

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Zagora Desert

Begin your desert tour from Marrakech with a scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 meters). Along the way, enjoy panoramic views and photo stops in picturesque Berber villages.

Stop at Ait Benhaddou Kasbah

Visit the famous Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its beautiful mud-brick architecture and role in films like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Explore the kasbah’s winding alleys before continuing your desert tour from Marrakech southward.

Drive Through the Draa Valley

After lunch in Ouarzazate, continue your journey through the Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest palm-filled oasis. As you approach Zagora, the landscape becomes more arid, revealing the gateway to the Sahara.

Camel Ride and Sunset in the Zagora Desert

Arrive in Zagora in the late afternoon. Mount a camel for a sunset trek through the dunes to your desert camp. Enjoy the silence of the desert and watch the sun set over the sands.

Overnight in a Desert Camp

Spend the evening in a traditional nomadic tent. After dinner, relax by the campfire with Berber music and gaze at the stars. A highlight of any desert tour from Marrakech!
Day 2: Zagora – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Wake early to witness the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast at the camp, ride camels back to the meeting point and begin your return journey.

Stop in Ouarzazate

Visit the Taourirt Kasbah or stop at the Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate—often called the "Hollywood of Africa." Enjoy some free time before returning to Marrakech via the same scenic mountain road.

End your 2-day desert tour from Marrakech in the early evening with drop-off at your accommodation.

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