Marrakech: 2-Day Zagora Desert with Camel, Quad, Luxury Camp

Leaving Marrakech, the road climbs over the Tizi n'Tichka pass, more than 2,200 metres high, with superb views over the High Atlas. On the other side, the landscape becomes drier and more mineral as you approach the south.

Zagora lies in the Draa Valley, one of the longest palm groves in the country. The road there crosses the Atlas Mountains and passes earthen villages and kasbahs before the landscape opens up to the first sand dunes of the Sahara.

The 2-day programme is flexible: you can start early to make the most of the light, or take things slowly and enjoy long breakfasts and lunches in local restaurants. Accommodation is booked in advance in places we know and trust.

At the end of the afternoon you meet your camel and its handler at the foot of the dunes. The caravan slowly makes its way through the sand while the sun goes down, a peaceful moment that is often the highlight of the trip.

For more excitement, the quad bike session lets you ride over the dunes and flat desert tracks with an experienced instructor. Helmets and short instructions are provided, and the ride is adapted to your level.

Your camp has been chosen for its comfort and location: private tents with en-suite facilities, good food and attentive staff, all in the middle of the dunes.

All you need to do is choose your date. Send us the booking form with your details and we will confirm availability, answer your questions and help you prepare your trip. No payment is needed online, you can pay later.