2 Day Shared Excursion from Marrakech to Zagora

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View of Desert Camp in Zagora
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2 Days, 1 Night


Shared Excursion from MarraKech
to the Zagora Desert


Discover the breathtaking views of the Zagora Desert!


View of Desert Camp in Zagora

2 Days, 1 Night


Shared Excursion from MarraKech
to the Zagora Desert


Discover the breathtaking views of the Zagora Desert!



About this 2 day Shared Excursion
from MarraKech to the Zagora Desert


This two day excursion begins in Marrakech and brings you to the Zagora desert. Along the way you will pass through the High Atlas Mountains visit the Ait-Ben-Haddou Kasbah, the Draa Valley, the Zagora Palm Grove, and spend a night in a desert camp.

Imagine yourself riding a camel at sunset to your desert camp where a traditional Moroccan dinner awaits you followed by a campfire and music. This 2 day adventure will take your breath away.

Your itinerary for this two day excursion from marrakech to the desert of Zagora


Day 1

Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Zagora


Day 2

Zagora – Ouarzazate – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech


Route from Marrakech to Zagora
Bridge to Ait Ben Haddou

begin your desert adventure

Driving Time: 5 hours 55 minutes

Our adventure begins in the city of Marrakech where we will pick you up from your hotel or Riad and head towards the High Atlas Mountains. In order to cross the mountains, we will wind our way up to the Tizi N'Tichka pass at 2260 meters. As we descend from the pass, we will make our way to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou near the city of Ouarzazate.

After a tour of the city, we will cross the Tabounte valley, and continue on to the Berber village of Agdz. Agdz, which means "resting place," is a small village that played an important role in the exchange of goods across the Sahara because of its location along the old caravan route that linked Marrakech to Timbuktu.

After a brief stop in Agdz we make our way through the Draa Valley, to the Zagora Palm Grove. Once we arrive there we will travel by camel to the camp in the desert where we will be greeted with dinner and spend the night in an authentic Berber tent.


Return to the red city of Marrakech


Driving Time: 5 hours 55 minutes

After breakfast, we will begin our return trip to Marrakech. We will travel through Ouarzazate and from there we will cross the High Atlas mountains. We will arrive in Marrakech in the evening.


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Fantastic, well organized and wonderful places

Two day trip to the Zagora desert from Marrakech really fantastic, well organized and wonderful places. The journey is long but it's really worth it! The luxury camp option is definitely recommended, with tents with private bathroom, tranquility, very kind and helpful staff and a truly pleasant and engaging show in the evening, not to mention the delicious dinner. All in all perfect!

- Lucca from Italy

What's InCLUDED?

Experienced Local Driver

Enjoy the ride with an experienced local driver accompanying you throughout your excursion providing you with local insight about the areas you are traveling through.

Shared Transportation

Get picked up and dropped off at or near your accommodations in a reliable, air conditioned vehicle (van or minibus). All tolls, fuel and related expenses are also included.

Private Transportation

Get picked up and dropped off at or near your accommodations in a reliable, air conditioned vehicle (van or 4x4) that you will have all to yourself. All tolls, fuel and related expenses are also included.

Local Guides

Get the most out of your experience with local, licensed guides in select locations during your excursion. These guides have expert knowledge about the areas they are licensed in and will guide you through the history and importance of these sites.

Accommodations

Sleep well knowing all your accommodations are included. You will have a private, double or triple occupancy room or tent at each destination. Choose from standard, luxury or royal accommodations, selected by our team for their quality standards.

Desert Camp

Spend the night in the desert in a Berber-style camp complete with your own private tent, local cuisine and nightly musical entertainment under the starry skies.

Meals

Enjoy breakfast and dinner, included in your excursion while you are traveling with us. (Does not include breakfast on the day of pickup or dinner on the last day)

Meals

Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner, included in your excursion while you are traveling with us. (Does not include breakfast on the day of pickup or dinner on the last day)

Water

Stay hydrated with water provided by your driver while traveling with us. 
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Camel Trek

Travel through the desert in style atop your own camel with a local camel driver guiding you through the landscape.

Sandboarding

Discover the rush of adrenaline as your surf down the desert dunes on one of the boards provided at your desert camp to use at your leisure. 

Luggage

Bring your luggage with you! We are able to accommodate up to one larger roller bag and one smaller backpack or duffle bag per person. Your luggage will be stored securely in our vehicle for your overnight in the desert.

Luggage

Bring your luggage with you! We are able to accommodate up to one larger roller bag and one smaller backpack or duffle bag per person. 

Local experiences

Curated experiences that let you observe and participate in the wide variety of cultural and historical experiences that Morocco has to offer.

Airport transfers

No need to worry about your arrival and departure! We will pick you up and drop you off at the airport located in the city your excursion begins & ends.

What's Not InCLUDED?

Local Guides

Local guides are not included in the cost of your excursion. You may elect to hire a local guide at any of the destinations on your own.

Meals

Lunches are not included in the cost of your excursion.

Beverages

Beverages, including water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee, are not included.

Beverages

Beverages, including soft drinks, tea, and coffee, are not included.

Tips & Gratuities

We work hard to ensure fair wages for everyone we work with but encourage you to provide tips to your driver and guides if you consider their service exceptional.

Souveniers and Gifts

Any souvenirs and gifts that you may want to purchase along the way are not included. Many locations will offer shipping for larger items, but our team cannot coordinate shipping for you after the fact.

Travel Insurance

We do not provide travel insurance and encourage you to research your options to protect your travel plans.

The entire experience was amazing

Ismael was more than just a driver for our trip from Marrakech to the Zagora desert - he was a fantastic guide! He was incredibly friendly and informative throughout the journey, sharing interesting facts and stories about the region. The entire experience was amazing. The desert itself was breathtaking, and the starry sky at night was truly awe-inspiring. It felt like a million miles away from the city lights! Ismael even made the car ride enjoyable with fantastic music on both the way to and from the desert. A huge thank you to Ismael for making our trip so special. His friendliness, knowledge, and overall awesomeness made it an unforgettable experience!

- Sandra from United States

Discover the beauty of

The Zagora Desert

The Zagora desert is a rocky desert about 6 hours away from Marrakech. For people short on time or looking for a more budget-friendly trip to the desert, Zagora may be the place for you. You can take a camel ride into one of our camps and spend the night in a Berber tent. All our accommodations in Zagora include dinner, a campfire, traditional music - in the form of a drum circle, and breakfast in the morning. In Zagora you can choose from standard or luxury accommodations. The main difference between the two is that in the standard camp you have a private tent but shared toilets and showers while in the luxury camp you have a private bathroom in your tent.
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Camel in the Zagora Desert

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Sunset in the Zagora Desert

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Sunrise over Zagora Desert

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Sunrise in Zagora

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Your questions about traveling in morocco, answered.

Why Travel with Discover Sahara Tours?

Our People

Looking for a truly unique and immersive tour experience? Meet our exceptional full-time local drivers and guides, who don't just show you around - they become your well-connected friend. Accompanying you on each day of the tour, they share their lifelong connections to the region, offering fascinating anecdotes about its history and culture. With their insider knowledge and friendly personalities, you'll feel like a local in no time.

Custom Experience

Experience adventure like never before with our private tours! We are passionate about creating a customized travel experience that is tailored to your preferences. Imagine immersing yourself in the daily life of a nomadic family in the desert or cruising through the Sahara on a quad bike. We'll work with you to build an itinerary that meets your every desire, making sure that your journey is nothing short of amazing.

Local Cuisine

Experience the flavors, stories, and warmth of a place through its cuisine - that's our promise to you. Whether it's a cozy family-owned restaurant or indulging in a gourmet meal in our Sahara desert camps, these expertly curated meals will tantalize your taste buds and give you a glimpse into the heart and soul of the locals. Come travel with us and discover the magic of local Moroccan food traditions.

Sustainable Travel

Indulge in sustainable travel that nurtures the communities you visit. Invest in the local livelihoods by putting your money where your heart is. Discover the magic of authentic and immersive travel experiences that take you beyond the surface level. Our unique personal touch preserves and supports the cultures and traditions of the places you explore. It's a travel experience that will satisfy your curiosity and leave a positive impact on the world.

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