Overview:
2-day tour from Marrakech to Zagora. We’ll Cross the High Atlas Mountains and visit Ait Ben Haddou. and Continue through Ouarzazate and arrive in Zagora for a camel trek and a stunning sunset. Spend the night in a Berber camp. Enjoy the sunrise, then return to Marrakech through the scenic Draa Valley. This tour offers a perfect taste of Morocco’s desert and culture.
Features:
- 2 Days Tour from Marrakech to Zagora
- 2 Day /1 Night
- Marrakech to Zagora
Highlight:
- Depart from Marrakech and travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou.
- Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Desert.”
- the Draa Valley, famous for its palm groves and Berber villages.
- Arrive in Zagora, located on the edge of the Sahara Desert.
- Experience a camel trek into the desert to watch the sunset.
- Spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp
- Enjoying dinner and music under the stars.
- Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the desert dunes.
- Have breakfast at the camp before returning to Zagora by camel OR car 4×4.
- Travel back through the Draa Valley and the High Atlas Mountains.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 : Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Zagora Desert
Our 2 Days Private trip from Marrakech to Zagora Desert crossing the High Atlas mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2260m), to reach the Ait Ben Haddou ksabah , the fortified Ksar with its beautiful landscape of the village. We will visit it and have our lunch in one of the local restaurant.
Afterwards, we’ll head to Draa Valley a crossing the second pass which is Tizi N’Tnifift at 1710m and , the former route of caravans for Sahara traders coming from “Tombouktou”.
We’ll have the chance to explore the biggest palm grove on the way to Zagora. In which we’ll have a Camel Trekking experience , to see the beauty of the sunset before getting to the desert camp which is located between the golden sand dunes.
Day 2 : Zagora – Draa valley – Marrakech
Today we’ll awake you up early morning to see the ladscape of sunrise over the small dunes of Zagora, followed by a typical breakfast in a desert bivouac. Then we’ll ride back the camels or 4×4 car to meet your driver and drive back to Marrakech.
We’ll have a free time in Ouarzazate to have lunch in a local traditional restaurant and visit the well-know Kasbah of Taourirt. In the afternoon, we’ll drive back to Marrakech via the impressive Atlas Mountain.
What included:
- Pick-up and drop off at Hotel / Riad
- Deset tour in 4×4 vehicle / Minibus with A/C
- Expert Engish speaking driver / guide
- Hotel / Riad overnight stays
- Camel ride & night in a desert camp
- Camel per person
- Sandboarding in the dunes
Not inclueded:
- Flight Tickets
- Lunches & Drinks
- Entrance to monuments
- Tips and personal expenses
Additional info about: 2 Days Tour from Marrakech to Zagora
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Camel trek in the Zagora Desert
- Accommodation in a desert camp (including dinner and breakfast)
- Berber dinner and music in the desert camp
Travel Tips: 2 Day tour from Marrakech
- Packing: Bring comfortable clothing for varying temperatures, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and comfortable walking shoes.
- Warm Clothing: Nights in the desert can be cold, so bring warm layers for the evening.
- Hydration: Carry enough water, especially during the camel trek.
- Cash: Bring some cash for personal expenses, as ATMs may not be available in remote areas.
- Photography: Don’t forget your camera to capture the stunning landscapes and desert scenes
FAQ: 2 Days Tour from Marrakech to zagora
The drive is approximately 6-7 hours, including stops along the way for sightseeing and breaks.
Accommodation is in traditional Berber tents, with options for basic or luxury camps depending on the tour package.
Most desert camps have limited electricity, usually provided by generators or solar power, sufficient for basic needs and charging devices.
Most guides speak English, and many also speak French, Spanish, and other languages.