Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Zagora

Atlas Mountains View - Begin your tour with a morning pickup from your accommodation at 7 AM in Marrakech. Board your air-conditioned minivan and set off towards the High Atlas Mountains. Travel through the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, passing traditional Berber villages where local shepherds tend to their flocks, and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of Morocco’s countryside.

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - Pause for refreshments at a local cafe (at your own expense) before proceeding to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou, a renowned film location. Enjoy some free time to explore the site, or hire a local guide (at your own expense) for a more in-depth exploration.

Just after midday, continue to Ouarzazate. Consider visiting Taourirte Kasbah, a historic trading and socializing hub for people from the Atlas, Drâa, and Dadès Valleys.

Ouarzazate - Take a break here with us to rest before continuing the journey.

Zagora - Return to Marrakech with a brief stop for lunch at a local restaurant; you will arrive in Marrakech around 7 PM.

Zagora – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Zagora Markets - Enjoy an early morning stroll to witness the stunning desert sunrise (optional). After breakfast at the camp, ride your camel back to Zagora and meet your driver to start your return trip to Marrakech.

Stop along the way for refreshments in Agdz (at your own expense) and relax at your leisure. Continue to Ouarzazate for lunch (at your own expense) and more free time. Visit Taourirte Kasbah (if you missed it the previous day) and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of this historic Moroccan meeting place.

In the afternoon, reboard your vehicle for the final journey across the High Atlas Mountains, arriving back at your Marrakech hotel in the evening.

Marrakech - Conclude your journey by returning to Marrakech after an unforgettable experience on the Moroccan desert tour.

• Camel trekking in the Zagora desert
• Dinner
• Overnight accommodation in a private tent at a Berber camp in the Zagora desert
• Breakfast
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

• Lunch
• Local guides
• drinks

Embark on a 2-day journey to the Zagora desert from Marrakech, immersing yourself in rural Morocco’s charm. This expedition includes a camel ride and an overnight stay in a Sahara desert camp in Bedouin style. Travel along the Tizi-n-Tichka pass within the High Atlas Mountains, witnessing the laid-back lifestyle of the Berber communities. Explore the UNESCO-registered Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou accompanied by a guide and enjoy a meal there. Embark on a camel trek across the Zagora Desert, relishing the sweeping views. After that, savour a traditional Moroccan dinner and camp beneath the celestial sphere. This tour is restricted to a group size of 17.

• Good walking shoes, sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended
• A conservative dress code is recommended in Morocco. Men and women should keep their upper body as well as their knees covered at all times as a sign of respect to the local culture. Wearing shorts is not recommended. It can be cold at night and in the winter so please bring appropriate clothing
• Please note: due to the long distances, approximately 9 hours will be spent driving each day
• 31st December (New Year’s Eve dinner ), is mandatory at the luxury desert camp with supplement

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.