What should I wear for the day trip to the Agafay Desert?

It's recommended to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and sturdy shoes. The desert can be dusty, so it's best to avoid wearing anything too fancy or delicate. You should also bring a hat and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun.

What should I bring with me on the day trip?

You should bring sunscreen, a water bottle, a camera, and some snacks. Some tours may provide lunch, but it's always a good idea to bring some extra snacks just in case.

Is it safe to visit the Agafay Desert?

Yes, the Agafay Desert is generally safe to visit, especially with a tour. However, it's always important to follow your guide's instructions and stay with the group.

What activities are available during the day trip?

Depending on the tour, you may have the opportunity to ride a camel or a quad bike, hike in the desert, or visit a traditional Berber village.

How long does the day trip usually last?

Most day trips to the Agafay Desert from Marrakech last around 7-8 hours, including transportation time.

What is the best time of year to visit the Agafay Desert?

The best time to visit the Agafay Desert is during the cooler months between October and April, although it's possible to visit year-round. Keep in mind that the desert can get very hot during the summer months.

Agafay Desert Day Trip From Marrakech: Camel Ride, Quad Biking, Lunch Pool, Dinner Show

The Sahara Tour in Morocco will not be possible with a short trip in Morocco. However, the Agafay desert is close to Marrakech and offers a similar feeling. The Day Trip to the Agafay Desert offers a day of relaxation in the rocky desert, with stunning views of the high-altitude High Atlas Mountains. You can also get a glimpse into Berber life in Berber villages.

This trip includes an hour of camel riding, driving off-road, a ride through the rocky hills. For those who love to ride a quad bike or buggies, you can Add this option to explore this beautiful setting faster.

agafay desert day trip: ATV Activity 2 hours Quad Biking

Agafay Desert: ATV Activity 2 hours Quad Biking

Highlights

A highlight of the Day Trip to the Agafay Desert

An incredible drive from Marrakech, Agafay Desert.
Enjoy the adrenaline rush of a full-hour camel ride through the Agafay desert.
In a blue turban, dress like a nomad.
To see the snow-capped mountains at the horizon, climb to a high vantage point.
Enjoy a glass of mint tea with Moroccan biscuits.
Lunch in a tent of nomads or the family home. or lunch & swimming pool
Take amazing photos with the sunset as a background.
Visiting Berber villages.
Driving in the High Atlas Mountains.

Agafay Desert Day Trip Activities

Transport in an air-conditioned Van with fuel.
Drop off at the Marrakech hotel.
English/ French speaking driver/guide.
1-Hour camel ride. (Optional)
1-Hour Quad Biking. (Optional)
Mint tea and biscuits are served in Agafay’s desert.
Lunch and swimming pool access. (Optional)
Dinner and show. (Optional)
You can ask the driver to make a stop whenever you like.

What isn’t included?

Drinks
Extras

The Agafay desert is a stunningly beautiful region located just outside of Marrakech, Morocco, and one of the best ways to explore its vast and rugged landscape is on a camel ride. This image captures the essence of this experience with two people riding camels over the sandy terrain, surrounded by the dramatic backdrop of the desert. The peaceful and leisurely pace of a camel ride provides an opportunity to fully take in the sweeping vistas, the natural quietness, and the raw beauty of this unique environment. A camel ride in the Agafay desert is an unforgettable experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who ventures out into this remarkable landscape.

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Additional Info for Agafay Day Trip From Marrakech

(lunch & Swimming Pool, Camel Ride, and Quad Biking, Diner & Show)

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Agafay is a rocky desert.

Day trip to Agafay Desert Itinerary

Marrakech is a short stopover, and you cannot travel to the Saharan Sand Dunes in southern Morocco if time is limited. However, you can take a shorter but still enjoyable trip to Agafay in the “Marrakech desert” for a glimpse of the silence and emptiness of the desert.

Pick up at your hotel/riad for the short drive to Agafay, less than an hour of quad biking or camel riding depending on your choice.

Agafay’s area is rocky, dry, and moon-like. It offers spectacular views of the High Atlas Mountains in winter, snowcapped. The mineral universe is only disturbed by the passing of a few sheep on their way to find grass and herbs.

Enjoy a one-hour camel trekking, lunch or dinner, and camel ride experience in the Agafay Desert. It takes approximately an hour from Marrakech. You can also enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch at an Agafay Desert luxury campsite. Have a famous Moroccan mint tea refreshing glass after the meal.

Agafay desert day trip from Marrakech Video

Agafay Day Trip Options

To book your Agafay tour you have to choose one of these options:

Camel Ride in Agafay Desert for one hour, you can book for 9am, 2pm or 4pm.
Quad Biking in Agafay Desert: you can book your quad biking for 2 hours (Pickup times: 9am, 2pm or 4pm.)
Camel Ride & Quad Biking (Pickup times: 9am, 2pm or 4pm.)
Camels, & Lunch with Pool: for lunch & Swimingp-pool you can only book for 9am
Camels, & Dinner & Show (Pickup times: 4pm.)
Quads & Lunch with Pool (only book for 9am)
Camels, Quads & Lunch with Pool (only book for 9am)
Camels, Quads & Dinner & Show (only book for 2pm)