Traveling from Marrakech to the Zagora Desert will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for travelers looking to enjoy breathtaking views of Ouarzazate and Zagora. On day 1 of our 2 day desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora, you will visit the Berber villages perched above the Atlas Mountains and the beauty of Ouarzazate. You will spend the night in the desert camp in Zagora, gathering around the fire and sharing great moments and memories. On our way back to Marrakech and during the second day of this 2 days tour from Marrakech to Zagora, you will notice that Zagora is a wonderful but quiet town. This tour includes camel riding, visiting the village of Ait Benhaddou, and some well-known movie locations.
2 Days / 1 Night
Hotel or Airport in Marrakech
Hotel or Airport in Marrakech
8:00 AM
Private
A private 2 days desert tour from Marrakech offers a quick escape to the Sahara, giving you a taste of Morocco’s iconic desert landscapes without requiring much time.
In just two days, you can experience the vastness of the Sahara, ride camels across golden dunes, and spend a night in a traditional Berber camp under a star-filled sky. The journey also includes scenic views of the Atlas Mountains and a stop at the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou, offering both adventure and cultural immersion in a short time.
This 2 day desert trip from Marrakech covers two full days and one night. The program, as you can see, is intense to make the most of this trip of 350 km for the outward journey, and as many for the return. But if you wish to introduce any variation to adapt it to your preferences, just let us know.
We will start our 2 day desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora at 8 am and head to the High Atlas. After passing through the Tizi N’tichka pass, we will arrive at the fortified city of Ait Ben Haddou, considered the most spectacular and best preserved Kasbah in the country, and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Nearby are the film studios of Ouarzazate, where epic films such as Gladiator, Babel, and Cleopatra were filmed.
After lunch, we will continue our 2 day trip from Marrakech south through the Draa Valley to Zagora. Once there, we will leave the vehicle and ride a camel to freely roam the desert dunes and enjoy a spectacular sunset. We will have dinner and sleep in tents, camped in the middle of the desert.
Driving distance: Approximately 359 km.
Driving time: Approximately 5 hr 50 min.
On the second day of 2 days tour from Marrakech to Zagora desert, we get up early in the morning to watch the sunrise from a small dune next to the camp. After breakfast, we return to Zagora on camels, and again in our car we head towards the Draa Valley. On the way, we will make some stops to take pictures and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the valley along the Draa River. This river is the longest in Morocco and flows through the whole country to Mauritania to end in the Atlantic Ocean. Then we will drive through the Anti Atlas to reach Ouarzazate, where we can visit Taourirt Kasbah, the film studios, and the Cinema Museum if you wish. Then we start the way back to Marrakech.
Stop at the port of Tizi N’Tichka and free time for lunch. After lunch, we continue our 2 days tour from Marrakech, and in about 2 hours we arrive in Marrakech, transfer to the hotel, and end our 2 days from Marrakech to Zagora.
Driving distance: Approximately 353 km.
Driving time: Approximately 5 hr 10 min.
IMPORTANT: Remember that this is just a tour itinerary suggestion; if it does not meet your requirements, please do not hesitate to email us. We will create a customized itinerary based on your choices and stay length. We offer personalized and tailor-made trips and vacations around Morocco.
The price varies depending on the number of people; the more people who join the tour, the lower the price. Because the transportation payment is set, the price will be split based on the number of persons. The price is also determined by the quality of the accommodations. Please contact us for a specific quote.
A Marrakech to Sahara desert 2 days, typically costs from €160 per person. This price range can vary depending on factors such as group size, accommodations, transportation, and any additional activities included. The tour usually involves crossing the High Atlas Mountains, visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, and enjoying a camel ride into the Zagora desert.
Before booking this Marrakech to Zagora 2 days, please read the following points:
Along with acquiring your Marrakech to Zagora tour, you may enhance your trip with other activities and excursions. If any of these activities appeal to you, please let us know throughout the booking process, and we will help you arrange your options.
• Airport transfers
• Hot Air Ballon ride in Marrakech
• Marrakech guided tour
• Day trip to Essaouira
• Day trip to Ouzoud Waterfalls
• Day trip to Ourika Valley
• A professional photographer
• Romantic dinner in the desert
• Romantic desert proposal setup
• Quad biking activity
• Buggy driving activity
The best part of our Morocco vacation!
Our Marrakech desert trip 2 days was an unforgettable experience! Our guide, Lhoucine from Desert Merzouga Tours, was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. He made the journey through the High Atlas Mountains and the Draa Valley fascinating and enjoyable. The camel ride into the Zagora desert and the night spent under the stars was truly magical. We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a unique and authentic Moroccan adventure.
I recently took a desert tour Marrakech 2 days, with Desert Merzouga Tours, and it was a fantastic experience. Our driver, Ismail, was incredibly friendly, and knowledgeable, and made the journey smooth and enjoyable. The itinerary was well-planned, giving us plenty of time to explore the stunning landscapes, ride camels, and experience a night in a desert camp. It was a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Highly recommend both the company and Ismail for an unforgettable desert experience!
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