Embark on a captivating 2-day journey from Marrakech to the Zagora Desert, perfect for travelers with limited time who still want to experience the magic of the Sahara. Cross the stunning High Atlas Mountains, visit the iconic Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, and travel through the lush Draa Valley, home to ancient palm groves and kasbahs.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!In the late afternoon, reach the edge of the Sahara at Zagora, where you’ll ride a camel into the desert and watch the sun set over the dunes. Spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp, enjoying dinner, music, and stargazing under the vast desert sky.
The next morning, after sunrise and breakfast, return to Marrakech with stops along the way. This tour offers a rich mix of culture, nature, and desert adventure — all within two unforgettable days.
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Mini Bus
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Easy to Moderate
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English, Spanish, French, Chinese
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Dinner & Breakfast
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Desert Tour , Cultural Tours , Mountain et Hiking Tours , Adventure Tours
Itinerary
Early Morning Departure (7–8 AM) from Marrakech.
Drive through the High Atlas Mountains, via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (scenic but winding).
Stop at Ait Ben Haddou:
- A UNESCO World Heritage site & ancient ksar (great photo ops).
- Optional guided tour (1 hour).
Lunch in Ouarzazate – "Hollywood of Morocco".
Continue through Draa Valley, full of palm groves and kasbahs.
Arrive in Zagora (around 5–6 PM).
Camel trek into the desert (approx. 1–1.5 hours).
Reach your desert camp.
Dinner and Berber music under the stars.
- Early wake-up for sunrise in the dunes.
- Breakfast at camp.
- Camel trek back to vehicle.
- Return drive to Marrakech.
- Stop for tea, local shops, or scenic viewpoints.
- Arrival in Marrakech by early evening (~6–7 PM).
