Your 2 days tour from Marrakech to Zagora desert begins in the morning with pickup from your hotel, riad or an agreed accessible meeting point in Marrakech.
Morning — Crossing the High Atlas Mountains
Leave Marrakech behind and begin the climb into the High Atlas Mountains. The road follows the Tizi n’Tichka route, passing mountain villages, deep valleys and changing scenery as you travel toward southern Morocco.
When traffic and weather allow, short stops can be made at panoramic viewpoints for photographs and a chance to enjoy the mountain landscape.
Late Morning — Ait Ben Haddou
Continue toward Ait Ben Haddou. You will have time to approach the historic ksar and walk through its traditional earthen lanes before continuing the journey.
Lunch can be taken in the surrounding area before departure toward Ouarzazate.
Afternoon — Ouarzazate and the Draa Valley
Pass through Ouarzazate and continue south toward the Anti-Atlas and the Draa Valley.
This section of the journey is especially scenic. Palm groves, traditional villages and old kasbahs stretch along the valley while the surrounding landscape becomes progressively more arid.
Late Afternoon — Arrival in Zagora
By late afternoon, arrive in the desert region around Zagora and meet the camel team.
Begin a camel ride in Zagora as the light begins to soften. This landscape is different from the large dune fields of Merzouga, but it offers a peaceful introduction to Morocco’s southern desert environment.
When conditions allow, stop to enjoy the sunset before continuing toward the desert camp.
Evening — Zagora Desert Camp
Arrive at your Zagora desert camp, settle into your tent and enjoy dinner.
Depending on the camp program, the evening may include traditional Amazigh music around the fire. Afterwards, there is time to relax outside and enjoy the desert atmosphere beneath the night sky.
Approximate distance: 350 km
Approximate driving time: 6–7 hours, excluding visits, lunch and longer stops.
