This 2-day desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora takes you through the Draa Valley and the Kasbahs of Ouarzazate, crossing the High Atlas Mountains.
You’ll discover the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, visit the film studios in Ouarzazate, enjoy a camel ride, and sleep in a desert camp under a blanket of stars.
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Departure at 07:30 AM from your hotel or riad in Marrakech to Zagora. Along the way, we cross the famous Tizi N’Tichka pass, which is 2260 meters high. We’ll stop briefly for photos and enjoy stunning views of Berber villages.
Upon arrival at the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a local guide will lead a 1-hour tour and explain the history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many Hollywood films have been shot here, including Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia.
After lunch, we continue through the Anti-Atlas mountains, the Draa Valley with its palm trees, and the Berber village of Agdez. This drive takes the rest of the day, ending with a breathtaking sunset in the Draa Valley. We’ll enjoy a camel ride and arrive at our camp in the dunes to spend the night under the stars.
We wake up early to watch the sunrise. After breakfast, we head to Ouarzazate to visit the Taourirt Kasbah. Then we return to Marrakech via the Tizi N’Tichka pass. Arrival at your hotel or riad in Marrakech is expected around 6:00 PM, ending the tour at the same starting point.
| City | Hotels |
|---|---|
| Zagora | Caravanes Du Sud |
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
Photography is allowed, but please be mindful in certain museum sections.
Approximately 7 hours, with stops along the way for sightseeing.
No, Zagora features smaller dunes and a rocky desert landscape, but it’s equally beautiful and ideal for a short desert trip.
