Zagora Overnight Trip from Marrakech
Zagora Overnight Trip from Marrakech
Start your adventure with a morning departure from Marrakech, heading towards Zagora, a charming desert town located at the edge of the Sahara. The drive takes you through the stunning Tizi-n-Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains, offering breathtaking views of the rugged terrain and traditional Berber villages along the way. As you descend into the Draa Valley, you’ll be surrounded by lush palm groves and ancient kasbahs, a stark contrast to the arid desert landscape.
Upon arrival in Zagora, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the desert atmosphere with a camel ride through the dunes. As the sun sets, enjoy the tranquil beauty of the desert and spend the night at a traditional desert camp under a starlit sky, experiencing authentic Berber hospitality. The evening will include a delicious dinner, often featuring traditional dishes like tagine and couscous, followed by music and stories around the campfire.
The following morning, after breakfast, take a final opportunity to explore the desert surroundings before beginning the return journey to Marrakech. On the way back, you may stop for a visit to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ancient mud-brick kasbahs, famously featured in movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Arrive in Marrakech by the evening, completing this memorable desert getaway.
Highlights :
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Morning Departure from Marrakech: Begin your journey toward Zagora, a charming desert town on the edge of the Sahara, with a scenic drive through the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains. Enjoy stunning views of rugged terrain and traditional Berber villages.
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Descent into the Draa Valley: As you descend into the valley, be captivated by lush palm groves and ancient kasbahs, contrasting the arid desert landscape.
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Camel Ride in Zagora: Experience the desert atmosphere with a camel ride through the dunes as the sun sets, offering a peaceful and serene desert experience.
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Traditional Desert Camp: Spend the night at a desert camp, where you’ll enjoy authentic Berber hospitality, a delicious dinner (such as tagine and couscous), and music and stories around the campfire under a starlit sky.
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Morning Desert Exploration: After breakfast, enjoy a final opportunity to explore the surrounding desert before starting the journey back to Marrakech.
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Visit to Ait Ben Haddou: On the return journey, stop at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, known for its ancient mud-brick kasbahs, famous from movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
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Return to Marrakech: Arrive back in Marrakech by the evening, concluding your unforgettable desert adventure.
Included :
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional driver/guide
- Camel ride in the desert
- Overnight stay in a desert camp (including dinner and breakfast)
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech
Excluded :
- Meals and drinks (other than those mentioned)
- Entrance fees to optional sites
- Personal expenses and activities
- Tips for the driver/guide (optional)