Agafay Desert Day Trip from Marrakech – 1 day

Atlas Mountains and Agafay Desert:

Go on a day trip to the Agafay Desert from Marrakech and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the desert landscape. Breathe in the crisp air near Lalla Takerkoust Dam and seize the opportunity to capture the picturesque countryside with your camera.

Take stunning group photographs against the backdrop of the majestic Atlas Mountains, which are often dusted with snow. Enjoy an unforgettable camel ride at sunset and relax with a comforting glass of mint tea. Indulge in a delightful lunch at one of the most enchanting spots in the Agafay desert, all while taking in the breathtaking views of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains.

Agafay Desert Day Tour – highlights:

• Discover the charming rural landscapes and varied terrain of the Agafay Desert.
• Enjoy an unforgettable sunset camel ride and snap breathtaking selfies with the Atlas Mountains and the setting sun as your backdrop.
• Relax with a refreshing glass of authentic mint tea paired with Moroccan biscuits.
• Savour a delicious lunch in an elegant tent or al fresco, with sweeping vistas of the Atlas Mountains.
• Explore the rejuvenating Lalla Takerkoust dam and journey along the picturesque Atlas Mountains.

What is included:

• Transport in a private air-conditioned & comfortable van or 4WD vehicle
• Experienced English-speaking nomad driver-guide
• Pick-up from and drop-off at your hotel in Marrakech
• Lunch with vegetarian and vegan options available
• A camel ride with a guide in the Agafay Desert
• Hiking in beautiful scenery and free time to explore the sites of interest
• Lunch (vegan and vegatarain meals available)
• Tea/ coffee in the desert camp

What is not included:

• Drinks
• Tipping

Agafay Desert Day Trip from Marrakech – itinerary:

The Agafay Desert, located about an hour’s drive from Marrakech, boasts a rugged terrain with sandy expanses nestled at the foot of the High Atlas Mountains. Day excursions to the Agafay desert from Marrakech have become increasingly popular.

Commence your Agafay desert adventure by departing from your hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle. Along the route to Agafay, you’ll pass through shaded areas adorned with lush olive trees and vibrant orange orchards, weaving through picturesque Berber villages.

As you journey onwards, you’ll encounter a diverse array of landscapes characteristic of Agafay, ranging from rocky deserts and moon-like terrain to verdant oases and barren hills offering captivating views of the often snow-dusted Atlas Mountains.

Take a stroll amidst the tranquil surroundings, providing a respite from the bustle of Marrakech, and hike to elevated vantage points for breathtaking vistas of the Atlas Mountains. Upon reaching the camp, unwind with a glass of traditional mint tea and savour Moroccan biscuits.

Lunch can be enjoyed either within the tent or outdoors, with the scenic backdrop of hills and mountains. Later, partake in a sunset camel ride, complete with photo opportunities adorned in blue turbans, and relish the spectacle of the sun setting while atop a camel.

Your exploration continues off-road through verdant oases and pastures where sheep graze peacefully. Traverse along the scenic lake, vibrant valleys, and the quaint village of Tahnouete before returning to Marrakech in the afternoon, concluding your memorable Agafay desert excursion.

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TripAdvisor Reviews

jcnc40

2024-03-02

Great experience and memories from Morocco We have a wonderful experience with Private Tours Marrakesh for our trip. We picked our own itinerary of cities to visit and Private provided all the logistics between each city. Our driver Mohammad is very helpful and accommodated. He took us to places we would like and more. He picked us up from Marrakesh to the Desert camps. What a great adventure through the desert plain in Zagora then to Chegara. The camps we were in are amazing and what a great time we have from music around the camp fire to riding the camel around the sand dunes. We stop by Taroudant and Private Tours Marrakesh arranged a spectacular Riad for to us overnight. We then head to coastal city of Essaouira. Mohammad brings us to the beach with big sand dunes to watch the sunset. It was very pretty to be on the beach to see horseback riding on the sand. Next we stop by Casablanca then head to Rabat overnight before arriving at Fes. Mohammad drive us to see The mosque in Casablanca and the Rick’s cafe. When we were in Rabat before heading to Fes. Mohammad took us to all the main sites in Rabat. From Fes we head to Chefchouen. On the night before we left Chefchouen, Mohammad cooked us a delicious Tajin meal. That’s the icing on the cake for this trip. We had such a great experience of Morocco and Private Tours Marrakesh made a great memory for our trip. I highly recommended them if you visit Morocco in the near future.

Hiram R

2024-03-02

Not just a tour: a fantastic experience We had an unforgettable experience with Mohamed, our guide and friend. We booked an 11 day private tour (very reasonably priced I should add) and it was awesome. Mohamed is a very safe driver and very attentive as well. He took us to some unusual places off the main tourist route...especially loved the petrol station restaurants popular with local families. Do yourself a favor and book with them!

Fulvio M

2024-02-16

Moroc&Roll Grande Mohammed! Tour fantastico, ci siamo trovati benissimo! Un piacere stare insieme ed esplorare il Marocco del sud! Super consigliato!

Maria Jose C

2024-02-10

Excursión a Ourika, genial. Hemos elegido private tours Marrakech para nuestro viaje a Marrakech, fuimos un grupo de amigos, todo genial y muy recomendable. Bonita visita guiada a la ciudad con Mohamed. Un guía muy agradable y simpático desde nuestra llegada. Fuimos de excursión a Ourika, excursión muy organizada y muy recomendable. Os recomiendo private tours Marrakech con Mohamed.

Alejandra V

2024-02-05

Excelente mohamed fue muy buen guía, fuimos quatros amigas en un excursión a las cascadas de ouzoud fue muy linda experiencia, nos gustó mucho el lugar.

Juan Manuel R

2024-02-04

Experiencia inolvidable Fue una experiencia inolvidable. Tenía ganas de hacer un viaje en solitario y estar conmigo mismo rodeado de naturaleza y personas auténticas. El objetivo se ha cumplido. Mohamed ha sido un guía estupendo. Recomiendo totalmente a esta empresa

Patri C

2024-02-04

Increíble experiencia para todos los sentidos Después de encontrar la agencia private tours marrakech en Internet y leer los comentarios he reservado con ellos un viaje al desierto de 4 días donde hemos visitado lugares increíbles como las Kasbahs que se ven en las películas y los valles. Lo más espectacular ha sido estar una noche en el desierto. 100 % recomendable. Ha sido una experiencia inolvidable! Gracias private tours marrakech y sobre todo, gracias a Mohamed, ha sido fundamental contar con él! Súper atento, amable y divertido! Volveremos a repetir con ellos! Una experiencia para todos los sentidos!

Angela M

2024-01-10

Top Abbiamo fatto un viaggio in Marocco per Capodanno, abbiamo definito il tutto prima della partenza assieme a Mohamed che è stato sempre molto cortese nell' assecondare le nostre richieste anche durante il soggiorno. Il nostro autista Karim è stato il valore aggiunto , sempre disponibile e mai invadente ed ha contribuito a farci immergere nella cultura marocchina. Bellissimi e curatissimi i Riad di Rabat e Marracash, un po' più vecchiotti quelli di Fes e Chefchaouen, in tutti però ho trovato un'eccellente pulizia, anche le colazioni sono state ottime. Insomma Mohamed super consigliato e simpatico!

Mimi C

2024-01-02

Thank you for the special memories Mohammad our guide and driver was amazing. I can’t say or recommend enough how wonderful he helped make this trip. Our children adored him. He even celebrated our daughter’s 5th birthday! We took many great photos and had insightful conversations on the long car rides. Everyone was happy. Morocco was an adventure of a lifetime. Thank you!!!! We will miss Morocco, Mohammad, and his team but wish them well in making more memories for other families like ours.

Pedro GG

2023-12-18

Un viaje inolvidable!!!!! Cuando decidimos hacer un viaje por el desierto de Marruecos, elegimos la agencia Desert Majesty porque nos la habían recomendado previamente, pero el resultado fue muchísimo mejor de lo esperado, gracias a nuestro conductor-guía Mohamed Omari, al que le debemos en gran medida el buen recuerdo que nos ha dejado No sólo fue absolutamente profesional en todo aquello relacionado con el viaje (conducción, puntualidad, etc.), sino que es una persona amigable y cercana, dispuesta a ayudarte en cualquier momento y a darte toda la información que le solicites sobre costumbres, cultura, paisaje, historia..., lo que hizo que nuestra experiencia fuera magnífica y disfrutáramos al 100% del tour. Tenemos claro que si en algún momento volvemos a hacer otro tour en Marruecos, repetiremos con el mismo guía y agencia. Gracias Mohamed

Tripadvisor rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 78 reviews