2 days tour from Marrakech to Zagora desert: Your Gateway to the Sahara 🐪
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Marrakech to the mesmerizing Zagora desert. This carefully crafted 2-day adventure combines the best of Morocco’s landscapes, from the majestic Atlas Mountains to the golden dunes of the Sahara. Perfect for travelers seeking an authentic desert experience in a short timeframe, this tour offers the perfect blend of adventure, culture, and comfort.
Journey through breathtaking mountain passes, visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, and experience the magic of sleeping under the Saharan stars. Our tour takes you from the vibrant energy of Marrakech to the peaceful serenity of the desert, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Highlights
- ⛰️ Atlas Mountains Journey: Cross the stunning High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka pass
- 🏰 Ait Ben Haddou: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage fortress and filming location of famous movies
- 🌴 Draa Valley Discovery: Travel through Morocco’s longest valley with its endless palm groves
- 🏰 Kasbah Glaoui: Visit this historic fortress along your journey
- 🐪 Desert Adventure: Experience magical sunset and sunrise camel rides
- 🌙 Authentic Overnight: Sleep in a traditional Berber camp under the stars
- 🥘 Cultural Immersion: Enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine and Berber hospitality
- 🌅 Photography Paradise: Capture stunning landscapes from mountains to desert
Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech to Zagora Desert
- 07:00: Departure from Marrakech
- Morning: Atlas Mountains crossing with scenic stops
- Midday: Visit to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- Afternoon: Journey through Draa Valley
- Evening: Sunset camel trek to desert camp
- Night: Dinner and overnight in Berber tent
Day 2: Desert to Marrakech
- Early Morning: Sunrise camel ride
- Breakfast at desert camp
- Return journey through Atlas Mountains
- 18:30: Arrival in Marrakech
📅 Availability
- Tours operate daily throughout the year
- Private and shared options available
- Best experienced from September to May
- Guaranteed departures with minimum 2 participants
ℹ️ What’s Included
- Round-trip transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicle
- English/French/Spanish-speaking professional driver
- 1 night in comfortable Berber desert camp
- Half-board accommodation (dinner and breakfast)
- Sunset and sunrise camel treks
- Local guides
- All taxes and fees
🚫 What’s Excluded
- Lunches during the tour
- Drinks
- Monument entrance fees
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
🚐 Starting Place – Pick up Area
- Complimentary pickup from any hotel/riad in Marrakech
- Central meeting point available for those staying in the medina
- Airport pickup available on request (additional fee may apply)
🕒 Pick up Time
- 7:00 AM sharp
- Please be ready 10 minutes before pickup time
- We’ll confirm exact pickup time the day before
📝 Notes
- Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes
- Bring a small backpack for overnight essentials
- Larger luggage can be stored safely in our vehicle
- Water available for purchase throughout the journey
- Private tours can be customized to your preferences
- Vegetarian and special dietary options available (please inform when booking)
- Photography stops included at scenic points
Ready to experience the magic of the Moroccan desert? Book your adventure now!
Book now to secure your spot on this unforgettable journey from Marrakech to the Zagora desert. Let us guide you through Morocco’s most stunning landscapes and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Special rates available for groups and private tours. Contact us for customized options.
Marcos –
The trip was exactly what we’ve hoped for. We knew that the bus ride would be long but the scenery is beautiful so it doesn’t get boring :) we made a few stops along the way and had a great time! When we got to Zagora, we got on the camels to ride to our camp which was just beautiful! The tents were really comfy and the people were amazing. Really friendly and taught us a lot about the Berber culture. We really enjoyed the night in the desert :)
Esther –
Going on this trip was one of the best decisions we made during our stay in Morocco! It’s quite a long drive to the desert camp, but the mountain scenes and regular stops make it definitely worth it. Only the fact that we were pushed to eat in certain restaurants and strongly encouraged to buy goods/souvenirs during the visits along the way was somewhat annoying to us. However, we had a good driver and the people in the desert camp were very welcoming. We enjoyed an excellent dinner and had a beautiful view at the sunrise from the dunes the next morning. Also the camel rides were an unforgettable experience.
Mary Ann –
Super recommended for solo female travellers. Very professional and safe.
Preja –
It was a perfect experience!!traditional tents food and the camel riding amazing!!our driver Mahmoud was the best!!very good kind and careful driver!!!_
Nile –
Wonderful experience and the best part of our 1 week vacation in Morocco. The many hours of driving was definitely worth it because of the beautiful landscape driving through the Atlas Mountains and then the desert.
Emanuela –
Highly recommended it!!
Sergio –
The trip was so great. Especially since we had the whole car to ourselves most of the way. Our driver Hisham Damou (Marrakesh travel services) was a very reliable driver and friendly to be around. He seemed know the area very well. The camel ride and the sleeping in the tent was amazing. One of the highlights was hearing about the berber culture from our guide at the desert. We would recommend this trip to any of our friends!
Beatrice –
Our driver was available all the time, very kind guides and very interesting visits. The night in the desert to say the least magical!