2 Days Tour From Marrakech To Zagora Desert And Back To Marrakech
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What's included
- An English-speaking guide during the trip/Well-experienced driver during the trip.
- Drop off
- Explore The City / Village / Dessert
- Fuel/gas/All car-related expenses.
- Overnight stay
- Pick up
- Private transportation in an air- conditioned touristic minivan/4WD.
- Private trip
- Sandboarding and Camel trek.
- Sandboarding in the desert.
- Any other personal expenses.
- Entrance fees to attractions and museums(cheap).
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2 Days Tour From Marrakech To Zagora Desert And Back To Marrakech : If you’re short on time but eager to experience the magic of Morocco’s Sahara, this 2-day desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora is the perfect getaway. Travel across the majestic High Atlas Mountains, passing through picturesque Berber villages and visiting historical kasbahs like the famous Ait Benhaddou. Journey through the breathtaking Draa Valley, home to lush oases and traditional palm groves.
Enjoy a scenic camel ride across the dunes of Zagora, marvel at the sunset over the desert, and spend a peaceful night under the stars at a traditional desert camp. The experience concludes with a stunning desert sunrise and a scenic drive back to Marrakech.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS 2 DAYS:
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- Crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N’Tichka Pass
- Visiting the historic Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Exploring Ouarzazate, the gateway to the Sahara Desert
- Optional visit to the famous film studios in Ouarzazate
- Scenic drive through traditional Berber villages
- Camel trekking through the dunes of the Zagora Desert
- Watching the sunset over the desert dunes
- Overnight stay at a traditional desert camp with local music and food
- Witnessing a magical sunrise in the desert
- Journey through the picturesque Draa Valley, known for its palm groves and oases
- Optional sandboarding experience in the dunes
- 2 Days Tour From Marrakech To Zagora Desert And Back To Marrakech
- 2 Days Tour From Marrakech To Zagora Desert And Back To Marrakech
Day 1: Marrakech – Atlas Mountains – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Draa Valley – Zagora Desert
• Departure from Marrakech at 8:00 AM with pickup from your accommodation.
• Drive through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass (2260m), with several photo stops overlooking stunning landscapes and Berber villages.
• Visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, an iconic film location featured in movies like Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Game of Thrones.
• Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa.” Stop for lunch and optionally visit the Atlas Film Studios.
• Travel across the Tizi-n-Tnifift Pass toward the Draa Valley, once part of the ancient caravan route from Timbuktu. Explore the region’s massive palm groves.
• Arrive in Zagora, where camels await to take you on a scenic trek across the dunes during sunset.
• Reach your luxury desert camp, enjoy mint tea, a traditional Moroccan dinner, and an evening of Berber music around the campfire.
• Overnight in a well-equipped desert camp under the stars.
Day 2: Merzouga Desert – Rissani – Nkob – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
• Wake early to witness a spectacular sunrise over the dunes.
• After breakfast, return by camel or 4x4 to meet your driver.
• Journey through the Draa Valley, passing picturesque villages and date palm oases.
• Stop again in Ouarzazate to visit the Atlas Studios if you missed it the day before.
• Visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou again for photos or optional lunch in the historic village.
• Continue to the Kasbah of Telouet, once the residence of the powerful Glaoui family. The kasbah is nestled in a lush valley and features preserved mosaics, silks, and historic architecture.
• Return to Marrakech in the late afternoon via a scenic route through the Atlas Mountains.
• Drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech. Tour ends.
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Cancellation policy :
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- For a full refund, cancel at least 5 Days before the start date of the experience.
What to bring on :
- You’ll definitely want a camera
- A jacket (unless it’s the middle of summer)
- Sunglasses & sun screen.
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