Zagora Desert: 2-Day Trip from Marrakesh

Ouarzazate, Morocco
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You will get to explore a wide range of appealing places and sites, including high Atlas mountains, fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, Kasbah of Taourirt in Ouarzazate and Draa valley. Experience camel riding and overnight in the desert.

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Zagora

Stop At: Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, 31.047878164882086, -7.130255656201919, Ait Ben Haddou 45122 Morocco
Begin your journey from Marrakech at 8am and head towards Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village listed as a UNESCO heritage site since 1989, by crossing the High Atlas mountains via Tizi N'Tichka pass while you enjoy the stunning landscapes of the mountains and Berber villages along the way. During a 4-hour drive, you will have several stops for short breaks and pictures before getting to Ait Ben Haddou. After the visit of the Kasbah (old castle) and lunch, you will continue to Zagora through Anti Atlas mountains and Draa valley.

Arrive in Zagora around 17pm and ride camels for one hour into the desert of Zagora until you get to the camp where you will spend a starry night. After dinner in the camp you will enjoy a drums party around campfire (if the weather allows) held by local camp staff.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight stay at standard camp of Zagora Desert Camp

Day 2: Zagora - Ouarzazate - Marrakech

Stop At: Taourirt Kasbah, Avenue Mohammed V, Ouarzazate 45000 Morocco
After breakfast, drive back to Marrakech via Ouarzazate to visit the Kasbah of Taourirt (one of Morocco's most spectacular historical legacies) and films studios. Ouarzazate is known as Africa's Hollywood, many foreign and local movies have been filmed in the area including Gladiator, Game of Thrones, The Mummy...etc. After having lunch continue to Marrakech.

You will be expected to arrive in Marrakech at 6pm approx.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:

No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel, tolls and any associated expenses
  • English/French/Spanish speaking driver
  • Overnight stay with HB (dinner and breakfast) in desert camp
  • Camel riding (camel each for the adults, children share the ride with their parents)
  • Hand pick-up and drop-off if your hotel is located outside the Medina
  • Accommodation included: 1 night
  • 1x Breakfast
  • 1x Dinner

Exclusions

  • Lunches and drinks
  • Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou and in Taourirt Kasbah (about 2€ each)
  • Tips (optional)

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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