When you think about Morocco, chances are you envision a beautiful desert landscape with rolling dunes, exotic plants, and historic architecture. You probably also imagine the Atlas Mountains, a majestic showcase of the Earth’s natural beauty. This 2 days Marrakech desert tours to Zagora adventure begins in bustling Marrakech and will take you through both of these areas. You will also get to visit, the UNESCO World Heritage site. You’ll also get to explore the lush palm oasis. A chance to see the location of many blockbuster movies at Ouarzazate and nonetheless a mesmerizing sunset with a camel ride in the desert.
At Marrakech desert Trips, our guests enjoy the open air, beneath a perfect starry sky, as they dine on a sumptuous, traditional meal. A typical Berber camp sets the scene for a night of traditional luxury. There is a lot of excitement to be had after a night in the desert, on a camel, traveling through the mountains. It’s an experience unlike anything you’ll ever have
A camel trek through the vast sandy Zagora desert
- Enjoy a night under the stars in a Berber camp.
- Feel the spectacular views of the lush Draa Valley and Atlas Mountains.
While it is a long way from the city, the journey will start before 8:00. You’ll leave the lively streets of Marrakech behind and will soon be crisscrossing the beautifully rugged Atlas Mountains. After a brief stop, you’ll make your way to the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou listed by UNESCO, where you’ll be greeted by a knowledgeable guide. The pre-Saharan fortified village is one of the finest examples of architecture in Morocco. Located in the foothills of the snowcapped Atlas mountains, the village has been left untouched by the modern world, with simple traditional dwellings that huddle together within the walls. The entire village is quite old some of the buildings are from the 17th century!
Your Marrakech to Zagora desert tours will continue to the gateway city to the desert Ouarzazate, part of the Middle Atlas region. The city is in the foothills of the High Atlas mountains and is surrounded by deep gorges, rugged mountains, and a vast desert. The city is known as Hollywood on the Atlas, due to the many films that have been shot here, such as Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Game of Thrones. It also has a busy nightlife and an interesting variety of museums and other attractions.
After breakfast, travel to the nearby Draa Valley. Ride your camel into Zagora with the towering Atlas Mountains on your right and the Draa valley on your left. Rest up at a local hotel before returning to Marrakech.
