Agafay Desert Day Trip from Marrakech

PRIVATE AGAFAY DESERT DAY TRIP FROM MARRAKECH

Summary

Number of people 1 2 3 4 5 8
Price per person €155 €90 €70 €60 €55 €45

If you visit Morocco just for a long week-end and do not have time for going to Sahara desert, you can instead take a day trip to Agafay to get the feeling of the desert in a nutshell.

During this day trip just within 45 minutes drive from Marrakech you will get the essence of Morocco: the picturesque views of Atlas Mountains, the rocky desert of Agafay, a camel ride in sunset, an insight in Berber villages and a traditional Moroccan dinner in a nomad tent. Besides you will have an opportunity to get dressed like nomads and take photos with the new outfit.

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MARRAKECH TO AGAFAY DAY TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Enjoy the wonderful views on the way from Marrakech to Agafay Desert.
  • Take a camel ride and dress like a nomad.
  • Make unforgettable photos of the sunset colouring the rocky surface of the desert
  • Experience local hospitality by having a glass of Moroccan mint tea
  • Try authentic Moroccan cuisine in a nomad tent

DAY TRIP FROM MARRAKECH TO AGAFAY DESERT Itinerary

  • MARRAKECH – AGAFAY DESERT

    17H00 – 22H00

    Our guide will pick you up from your Marrakech hotel/riad to the starting point of the trip. The drive from Marrakech to Agafay takes less than one hour passing olive and orange farms until reaching a rocky moon-like area next to the High Atlas Mountains. During winter and spring time the Atlas Mountains are snow-capped, offering splendid views for taking best photos. On this Agafay desert day trip we will try traditional nomad clothing and enjoy one hour long sunset camel trek through the stunning landscapes of the arid terrain. At the time of sunset you will experience an amazing change of colours in the landscape providing an opportunity to catch the best photoshots of your life. In the evening you will enjoy local hospitality and traditional Moroccan dinner in a nomad tent. After the dinner our driver will bring you back to Marrakech.

What is included

  • Pick up from your hotel in Marrakech on the morning of the tour
  • Modern air conditioned vehicle
  • Welcome drink – a glass of Moroccan mint tea
  • Modern air conditioned vehicle
  • Trying nomad clothing
  • Sunset Camel Ride through the Desert of Agafay
  • Traditional Moroccan dinner in a Berber tent

What is not included

  • Rent of quad bikes, personal purchases, drinks, tips

FAQ

Is Agafay desert worth visiting?

Agafay desert is worth visiting if you are on a short visit to Morocco and still want to experience the feeling of a desert. To go to Merzouga desert with sand dunes require 3 days and many hours driving, while Agafay desert is a great day trip just within 45 minutes drive from Marrakech. 

How far is Agafay Desert from Marrakech?

  Agafay desert is about is about 30 km from Marrakech, 45 minutes drive. 

Is Agafay desert the same as the Sahara desert?

 Agafay desert is a barren, rocky terrain with amazing views of the High Atlas Mountains in the background. It does not have the sand dunes.

What to do in Agafay Desert, Can you add quad or buggy activity?

 Sunset camel ride, traditional Moroccan food, dinner show. You can Add Quad bike or buggy activity with extra.

Duration
1 Day
Price
45 €
Availability
8
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