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If you're in Marrakech for longer than a weekend break, there is nothing more authentic than a desert trip where you spend the night in a traditional Amazigh tent.

If you're in Marrakech for longer than a weekend break, there is nothing more authentic than a desert trip where you spend the night in a traditional Amazigh tent.

2 Day Zagora Desert Trip

Day 1:  Ait Ben Haddou - Draâ Valley - Zagora

On the first day, we'll leave Marrakech behind at 8 am, on the road to Zagora. On the way we pass through the Tizi-N-Tichka mountain pass, a road which crosses the High Atlas 2260 metres up, and from where various Amazigh villages can be seen.

Having made a brief stop at the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, we continue on the way to Zagora, crossing the Anti Atlas and seeing the Amazigh village of Agdez, the Draâ Valley and its palm grove, the last sign of vegetation before entering the desert.

The tour arrives in Zagora with enough time to ride a camel and enjoy the desert sunset, and having eaten a traditional dinner we spend the night in an authentic Berber tent.

Day 2: Zagora - Draâ Valley - Ouarzazate

Waking up early on day 2 to enjoy an unmissable sight: daybreak in the desert. After the sun has risen, and having eaten a good breakfast, we return to Zagora by camel to continue the excursion (depending on the type of camp, your breakfast and shower might be before the camel ride). 

Once again we pass through the Draâ Valley and Agdez to arrive at Ouarzazate, where we'll visit the Taourit Kasbah.

In the afternoon we leave back on the road to Marrakech. You may eat in Ouarzazate or on the road.

The tour arrives back in Marrakech in the late afternoon.

Accommodation

Our camp has more home comforts than you would expect from a desert tent, including shared baths and showers. The tents have a capacity of up to 5 people, but you'll not have to share the tent with strangers: we offer a tent per couple.

Pickup

If you're staying in the Medina, you'll need to go to the Café de France, located in Jemaa el Fna Square. If you're staying outside the Medina, we'll pick you up free of charge from your hotel or riad. If your hotel is located outside Marrakech, the pickup service will be subject to an extra charge depending on the distance.

Private Tours

If you want to do this tour privately with your partner, family or group of friends, you can book our private trip to the desert.

More than 2 days?

If you have more than 2 days, why not take a look at one of our slightly longer desert excursions to the Merzouga desert.

3 Day Merzouga Desert Trip

4 Day Merzouga Desert Trip

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Price

Adults Children aged 5-10 Children under 5
Tour in English
US$ 85
US$ 55.20
not permitted

Tour in English

  • Adults

    US$ 85
  • Children aged 5-10

    US$ 55.20
  • Children under 5

    not permitted

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Duration

2 days.

Language

The activity takes place with a driver that speaks in Spanish, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Pickup and drop–off from hotels outside the Medina

Transport in a 4X4 or minibus

English–speaking driver

Accommodation in an Amazigh tent

Sunrise and sunset camel rides

Dinner and breakfast in the desert

Towels in the accommodation

Wifi

Not included

Pickup and drop–off at hotels outside Marrakech: from 10 (US$ 10.80) to 40 (US$ 43) per person

Lunches and drinks

Guide at Ait Ben Haddou: 2 (US$ 2.20) per person

Shampoo

When to book?

You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code. Specifically, this activity applies the following practices: Show more

No printing of documentation required.

Has a gender equality policy.

Has a carbon footprint offset policy.

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Provider

Maroc Expedition Show more

Corporate name: Maroc Expedition Travel S.A.R.L

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Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Will there be phone signal on the tour?

    A - Yes, even in the desert, but you must have the Maroc Telecom sim card.

  • Q - Is it possible to hire an official guide?

    A - If you would like an official guide can be contracted for €50 per day.

  • Q - How many people fit in the family haimas?

    A - Family haimas can fit up to 4 people.

  • Q - Can we stay in Ouarzazate and not return to Marrakech?

    A - Yes, but please inform the driver on the first day.

  • Q - Are there vegetarian or celiac options for the dinner?

    A - Yes, there are. You just need to tell the guide on the day of the activity at the beginning of the activity.

  • Q - In which hotels is free pick up available?

    A - We will contact you to specify the exact pick up time and place.

  • Q - Is it possible to take this tour without the camel ride?

    A - It is required to inform in advance to check the possibility with the local supplier.

  • Q - Can we charge our cell phones anywhere?

    A - Yes, in the restaurant you'll find plugs to charge them.

  • Q - How long is the camel ride?

    A - Approximately one hour.

  • Q - How much time is spent in Ouarzazate?

    A - About 30 to 45 minutes.

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

  • Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

    A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

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If you have any other questions please contact us .

Free cancellation

Free! Free cancellation up to 3 days before the day of the activity. If you cancel under this time or do not show up, you will not be refunded.

Meeting point

Café de France, Jemaa el-Fnaa Square.

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