Discover the magic of the Sahara on this 2-day desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora, designed specifically for travelers with limited time. While shorter than the Merzouga expedition, this tour offers a complete Moroccan adventure packed into 48 hours.
Your journey begins with a scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains, offering breathtaking views from the Tizi n’Tichka pass. You will step back in time at the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before descending into the lush Draa Valley—Morocco’s longest river valley, home to millions of date palms.
The highlight of your trip awaits in Zagora, where the rocky desert meets the sand. Here, you will experience the quintessential desert adventure: a sunset camel trek leading to a nomadic bivouac. Enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine, listen to local rhythms around the campfire, and sleep beneath a blanket of stars, making memories that will last a lifetime.
Highlights
- High Atlas & Kasbahs: Drive the Tizi n'Tichka pass and explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, a historic fortress on the old salt road.
- Dramatic Canyons: Walk beneath the 300-meter vertical limestone cliffs of the Todra Gorges and view the scenic Dades Valley.
- Sahara Desert Experience: Enjoy a sunset camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes and sleep in a traditional Berber desert camp under the stars.
- Ziz Valley & Middle Atlas: Traverse the palm-filled Ziz Valley and the changing landscapes of the Middle Atlas Mountains.
- Wildlife & Alpine Towns: Spot Barbary Macaque monkeys in the Azrou Cedar Forest and visit Ifrane, known as the "Little Switzerland of Morocco."
