Overview of 2 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Zagora
The 2 days desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora is the ideal choice if you’re short on time but still want a true taste of the Moroccan desert. In just two days, you cross the majestic High Atlas Mountains, visit historic kasbahs, explore lush valleys, and experience a night under the stars in a desert camp near Zagora.
This tour offers a perfect balance of culture and adventure. While Zagora is a rocky desert rather than large sand dunes, it delivers an authentic Sahara atmosphere with camel trekking, traditional Berber hospitality, and breathtaking desert sunsets. It’s a great option for travelers looking for a quick yet memorable escape from Marrakech.
Day-by-Day of 2 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Zagora
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Zagora
Your journey begins early in the morning as you leave Marrakech and drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Along the way, you stop for photos and enjoy views of Berber villages clinging to the mountainsides.
You then visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ancient earthen architecture and film history. After lunch, you continue through Ouarzazate and the lush Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest river valley, lined with palm groves and traditional kasbahs.
In the late afternoon, you arrive near Zagora, where you enjoy a camel trek at sunset. Dinner and overnight take place in a desert camp, offering a peaceful night under the stars.
Day 2: Zagora – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
After breakfast in the desert camp, you leave Zagora and begin the return journey to Marrakech. You drive back through the beautiful Draa Valley, stopping to admire its palm oases and historic villages.
Passing through Ouarzazate, you continue across the High Atlas Mountains. You arrive back in Marrakech in the evening, marking the end of your 2 days desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora.
Highlights of 2 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Zagora
- Crossing the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Visiting Ait Ben Haddou UNESCO World Heritage site
- Driving through the scenic Draa Valley
- Camel trek at sunset in Zagora Desert
- Overnight stay in a desert camp
- Traditional Moroccan dinner and Berber atmosphere
- Stunning desert and mountain landscapes
What’s Included
- Air-conditioned transport (private or shared)
- English-speaking driver/guide
- 1 night in a desert camp in Zagora
- Dinner and breakfast
- Camel trek (one camel per person)
- Sunset experience in the desert
- Fuel, parking, and all transport costs
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments (if applicable)
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
Booking
Book your 2 days desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora with Ifoulki Travel Agency and enjoy a carefully planned experience led by local experts. We offer flexible departures, comfortable vehicles, and authentic desert camps to make your short desert adventure unforgettable.
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