A desert camp at dusk with a carpeted path across the sand
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2 Days to Zagora Desert

Tizi n'Tichka pass, Aït Ben Haddou and a camp in the Draa Valley palm groves.

The UNESCO kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou framed by palm trees
A green palm oasis beneath rugged desert mountains
Silhouette of a traveller on a camel at a Sahara sunset
Guests gathered around a campfire at a Berber desert camp under the stars
A camel caravan crossing the Sahara dunes at golden sunset near Merzouga
Duration2 Days · 1 Night
GroupPrivate only
RouteMarrakech → Marrakech
LanguagesEN · ES · FR · IT

Overview

Short on time but longing for the desert? This two-day escape trades the Marrakech medina for the palm-lined Draa Valley and a night under the Zagora stars — the quickest way to feel the Sahara without a long haul south.

You'll cross the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka pass, walk the film-set kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, and ride a camel into the dunes for a Berber dinner and drums around the fire.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1
Day 01 · ~360 km

Marrakech · Aït Ben Haddou · Draa Valley · Zagora

Over the Tizi n'Tichka pass through the High Atlas to the UNESCO kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou. After Ouarzazate we follow the palm groves of the Draa Valley to Zagora, where camels carry you into the dunes for sunset, dinner and music at a desert camp.

Overnight: desert camp · Dinner & breakfast

2
Day 02 · ~360 km

Zagora Sunrise · Return to Marrakech

Wake for sunrise over the dunes, then ride back for breakfast. We return north through Agdz and Ouarzazate, re-crossing the Atlas to reach Marrakech by evening.

Breakfast · Ends at your Marrakech accommodation

What's Included

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle & fuel
  • Experienced driver-guide
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • 1 night in a desert camp
  • Sunset & sunrise camel trek
  • Dinner & breakfast

Not Included

  • Lunches & drinks
  • Entrance fees & local guides
  • Tips & travel insurance

Route Map

Good to Know

Is two days enough to see the desert?

It's the shortest desert trip we offer and perfect if you're pressed for time. For the taller Erg Chebbi dunes and a slower pace, consider our 3-day Merzouga tour instead.

Is it a round trip back to Marrakech?

Yes — you start and finish in Marrakech. We can also end elsewhere or extend the trip; just ask.

What are the Zagora camps like?

Comfortable Berber tents with real beds and shared or private facilities, a dining tent and a campfire. Luxury upgrades are available.

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