2-day Zagora desert tour from Marrakech: cross the High Atlas, visit Ait Benhaddou, ride a camel into the Draa Valley, sleep in a Berber desert camp. From €180 per person. Daily departures.
## Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech → High Atlas Tizi n’Tichka pass → Ait Benhaddou → Ouarzazate → Draa Valley palm groves → Zagora. Camel ride at sunset into the small dunes. Berber camp dinner and music.
Day 2: Sunrise over Zagora dunes → return via Ouarzazate → Ait Benhaddou photo stop → Marrakech. Drive total about 9h. End of tour.
## Included / Excluded
Included: private or small-group transport, English/French driver-guide, accommodation in riads/hotels, Sahara desert camp with dinner and breakfast, local guides in imperial cities, airport pickup.
Excluded: international flights, lunches and drinks, tips, personal expenses, travel insurance.
## Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Zagora or Merzouga? A: Merzouga has the big Erg Chebbi dunes (3 days). Zagora is rocky, smaller dunes but cheaper and shorter (2 days). For the real Sahara experience choose 3-day Merzouga.
Q: Is the camp comfortable? A: Berber camp with shared tent, mattress, blankets. Shared bathroom.
Q: How long are the drives? A: Day 1 about 6h, Day 2 about 9h. Long days but scenic.
Q: Can I upgrade to private? A: Yes, private 2-day Zagora is +€150 per group.
Q: Is it suitable for kids? A: Yes, but the long drives can be tiring. We recommend 3-day Merzouga for kids under 10.
