26/09/2025
2-Day Tour Program from Marrakech to Zagora – Organized by Sahara Differently
Sahara Differently, an agency specialists in authentic Moroccan desert experiences. The Tizi Plus Luxury Desert Camp is part of Caravane du Sud, ensuring a seamless, high-quality stay with personalized Berber hospitality. This 2-day tour can be arranged as private (exclusive vehicle and guide) or shared (small group with other travelers, max 17 people). It includes morning departure from Marrakech, a guided visit to Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, travel through the Draa Valley to Zagora, a 1-hour camel ride to the Tizi Plus Luxury Camp, dinner and overnight with campfire music, sunset and sunrise from the magical viewpoint in the dunes, nomad ambiance, return on Day 2 with a guided visit to Kasbah Taourirt in Ouarzazate, and arrival back in Marrakech around 5-6 PM. Pricing and bookings via Sahara Differently; private tours start from around €150-250 per person, shared from €75-100, depending on the operator and camp luxury level.
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Draa Valley – Zagora – Tizi Plus Luxury Camp
• Departure: Pick-up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech around 7:30-8:00 AM in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle (4x4 or minivan for private; minibus for shared).
• Morning Drive: Travel through the stunning Tizi N’Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains, with stops for photos and refreshments.
• Ait Ben Haddou Visit: Arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou for a guided tour of the ancient kasbah, exploring its mud-brick architecture and Berber history (about 1-2 hours).
• Lunch: Independent lunch at a local restaurant in Ait Ben Haddou or nearby (Moroccan tagine or similar, not included).
• Afternoon Drive: Continue along the scenic Draa Valley, passing palm oases, ancient kasbahs, and Berber villages, with photo stops.
• Arrival in Zagora: Reach Zagora in the late afternoon.
• Camel Ride: Embark on a 1-hour camel trek (dromedary, on saddle) through the dunes to the Tizi Plus Luxury Desert Camp, enjoying the sunset from a magical viewpoint (often called the “magic eye” for its panoramic dune vistas).
• Evening at Camp: Warm welcome with mint tea and nuts. Dinner featuring authentic Moroccan cuisine under the stars. Enjoy an ambiance with nomads (Berber hosts sharing stories and culture), traditional music around the campfire, and stargazing.
• Overnight: Stay in a private luxury tent with en-suite bathroom at Tizi Plus Desert Camp (upgrades available for more luxury).
• Meals Included: Dinner.
Day 2: Zagora Desert Camp – Ouarzazate – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
• Morning: Wake up early to watch the sunrise from the magical viewpoint in the dunes, capturing the “magic eye” perspective.
• Breakfast: Hearty Moroccan breakfast at the camp (bread, jams, eggs, coffee/tea).
• Camel Ride Back: 1-hour camel trek back to the vehicle.
• Drive to Ouarzazate: Head back through the Draa Valley and Anti-Atlas Mountains.
• Ouarzazate Visit: Stop in Ouarzazate for a guided visit to the historic Kasbah Taourirt, exploring its architecture and history (about 1 hour; optional visit to nearby film studios if time allows).
• Lunch: Independent lunch in Ouarzazate (not included).
• Return Drive: Continue through the High Atlas Mountains back to Marrakech, with scenic stops.
• Arrival: Drop-off at your hotel in Marrakech around 5:00-6:00 PM.
• Meals Included: Breakfast.
