Zagora Desert: 2-Day Trip from Marrakesh

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Marrakech, Morocco

2 days (approx.)
Group discounts
Offered in: English

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Overview

Trade the busy streets of Marrakesh for the wide-open spaces of the Sahara Desert on this 2-day excursion to Zagora. Join a small group and drive through the High Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ait Ben Haddou for a short tour. Once you reach Zagora, ride a camel into the sunset and stay overnight at a desert camp. The next day, head back to Marrakesh with a stop in Ouarzazate on the way.

Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site—Ait Ben Haddou
Learn about the Berbers and their desert lifestyle
Accommodation, most meals, and transport are included
A small group means more attention from your guide

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Dinner
Fuel, tolls and any associated expenses
English/French/Spanish speaking driver
Overnight stay with HB (dinner and breakfast) in desert camp
Camel riding (camel each for the adults, children share the ride with their parents)
Hand pick-up and drop-off if your hotel is located outside the Medina

Lunches and drinks
Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou and in Taourirt Kasbah (about 2€ each)
Tips (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

KFC
Av. Mohammed V, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
The driver or one of our staff members will ask for your name at the meeting point. The way to recognize our staff is that they will already have your name and booking details.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Day 1

Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Zagora

1 Stop

Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Overnight stay at standard camp of Zagora Desert Camp

Meals: Dinner

Day 2

Zagora - Ouarzazate - Marrakech

1 Stop

Taourirt Kasbah

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 190 reviews

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We were a large group of...

AishaMasroor, Dec 2025

We were a large group of 25 people and the excursion was excellent! From our drivers to the camp. At the camp Mustafa was so kind and accommodating. Our whole group felt so welcomed and loved the attention we got! The camel ride was the highlight! We booked the tents with private bathrooms and loved the desert atmosphere!

Memorable experience

AishaMasroor, Nov 2025

We traveled as a group of 25, we had an awesome and memorable experience. Everything from pick up, food, and accommodations was perfect! Ibrahim, Abdul were awesome! The hospitality was 10/10.

Very nice drive was safe...

Annemarie_D, Oct 2025

Very nice drive was safe and we loved the activity . The stops was fun and the camel ride was memorable

They don’t follow the...

BiancaAndreea_P, Jan 2025

They don’t follow the itinerary. Be careful if you want to go to the Film Studios because even if its in the itinerary, they don’t go there.

Wonderful trip to desert with dashing driver

fultondiana, May 2022

Our trip to the Zagora desert was a wonderful experience. The camel rides and glamping under the stars was great, but the crown jewel of our adventure was our charming driver, Youssef. If you book this trip, definitely request Youssef. He was funny, engaging, informative and responsive to all our needs and requests. Despite the craziness of the other drivers on the road, I felt safe with him behind the wheel. And he speaks six languages! We spent hours on the road and loved every minute.

Very good time spent. The driver and guides were very kind and caring

Aline_V, Mar 2026

Very good time. Everything is understood and planned. The driver and guides were perfect. The welcome in the desert is very nice and friendly. We recommend this tour

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