This 2-day desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora offers an ideal escape into Morocco’s desert landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. Starting with a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains and the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, this journey allows travelers to experience the historic Ait Ben Haddou kasbah and the lush Draa Valley before arriving in the Zagora desert. A sunset camel trek leads to a Berber camp for an overnight stay under the desert stars. The tour wraps up with a scenic return journey to Marrakech, making it a perfect choice for those looking for a brief yet immersive desert adventure
( 6-7 hours Drive )
Start your 2 days desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora with a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, offering incredible mountain views. The journey from Marrakech to Zagora takes about 4 hours, including a stop for lunch near the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, an ancient kasbah often used as a film location. After lunch, continue driving for another 2-3 hours through the picturesque Draa Valley, known for its lush palm groves and Berber villages, arriving in the Zagora desert. The day concludes with a sunset camel trek in Zagora desert, where you’ll spend the night in a traditional Berber camp.
( 6-7 hours Drive )
Begin the second day of your 2 days desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora with an early sunrise over the Zagora desert, followed by breakfast at the camp. Take a short camel trek back to Zagora, and then begin the return journey to Marrakech. This leg of the tour will retrace the scenic route through the Atlas Mountains, with a lunch stop along the way and several scenic viewpoints. Expect to arrive back in Marrakech in the early evening, completing this enriching Marrakech to Zagora desert tour
