2 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech To Zagora

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Erg chegaga Tour

Embark on a mesmerizing 2-day journey from Marrakech to the enchanting desert landscapes of Zagora, immersing yourself in the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of Morocco along the way. Traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, and experience the tranquility of the Draa Valley before reaching the desert town of Zagora. Spend an unforgettable night in a traditional desert camp, where you’ll witness a breathtaking sunset, indulge in delicious Moroccan cuisine, and enjoy lively cultural performances under the starry desert sky. On the second day, return to Marrakech via Ouarzazate, with opportunities to explore this famed film-making location and savor the scenic beauty of the Tizi-N-Ticha pass.

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What to Remember ?

Drive through the stunning High Atlas Mountains, admiring panoramic views of Berber villages and rugged landscapes along the way.
Explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, famous for its appearance in Hollywood blockbusters and its historic significance as a fortress stronghold on the old Salt Road caravan routes.
Discover Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara,” and explore its iconic film studios and historic sites, including the Taourirt Kasbah.
Marvel at the beauty of the Draa Valley, with its lush palm groves, traditional villages, and scenic landscapes stretching as far as the eye can see.
Experience the magic of the Sahara Desert with an overnight stay in a traditional desert camp in Zagora. Enjoy camel rides, sunset views, cultural performances, and stargazing sessions.
Indulge in delicious Moroccan cuisine, including homemade dinners served around the campfire, featuring flavorful tagines, couscous, and mint tea.
Interact with locals, learn about Berber traditions, and participate in traditional music and dance performances, immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of Morocco.
Enjoy a scenic drive back to Marrakech via the Draa Valley and Tizi-N-Ticha pass, with opportunities to stop for lunch and explore the picturesque landscapes along the way.

2 Days Itinerary: Desert Tour from Marrakech

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Agdz – Draa Valley – Zagora

Morning departure to the High Atlas across the Tizi-n-Tichka Atlas pass, with far-reaching views across the mountains, to the traditional High Atlas Berber villages. You continue to visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, which is the most famous of all Moroccan kasbahs, largely due to its appearance in many Hollywood blockbusters with turrets on all the buildings, adorned with grilled windows and soft peach-colored walls. It was one of the most important fortress strongholds on the old Salt Road caravan routes, where traders brought slaves, gold, ivory, and salt from sub-Saharan Africa to Marrakesh and beyond. after that, have lunch at one of the restaurants at the foothills of the Kasbahs. Later on, continue to visit Ouarzazate, then we will drive again through the beautiful valleys to reach Agdez and appreciate the view of its palm grove from a high point. We continue our desert trip to the city of Zagora, where the camels await you at the end of the paved road, to take you to the bivouac in the dunes just in time to witness the majestic sunset and take memorable photos. Once you arrive at the bivouac of Zagora desert, you are welcomed by the staff, given your tents, and gather for a mint tea session to get to know each other and break the ice with other comers. The night in the desert camp has a clear sky and you can see countless stars and easily distinguish the constellations. After a nice homemade dinner, we gather around the fire to enjoy a session of singing, dancing, and laughing around the fire, share beautiful moments, and forget the world.

Day 2: Zagora – Draa Valley – Agdez – Ouarzazate – Tizi-N-Ticha – Marrakech

The second day of the Zagora desert trip starts with an early breakfast, so you don’t miss the awesome sunset Zagora has to offer, another opportunity to take beautiful pictures. Then Ride the camels back to meet the car at the end of the paved road. Leave Zagora behind and head straight back to Ouarzazate via the Draa Valley and Agdez, where you will have lunch, before exploring the town. It is well known as a backdrop for many cinematographic works, as Ouarzazate is a noted film-making location. In the afternoon, take the road back to Marrakesh.

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