3 Days Agafay Desert Tour from Marrakech
Morocco is a land of contrasts, where Africa and Europe meet in a rich blend of cultures, traditions, architecture, and dramatic landscapes shaped by centuries of history. For many travelers, leaving this captivating country is the hardest part of the journey. This three-day escape to the Agafay Desert offers the perfect way to slow down and experience a quieter, more serene side of Morocco, away from the lively streets of Marrakech. Surrounded by rocky dunes and open horizons, the Agafay Desert invites you to unwind and reconnect with nature in an unforgettable setting.
This short extension is designed as a peaceful retreat, allowing you to immerse yourself in desert life while still enjoying comfort and authentic hospitality. From golden sunsets to star-filled skies, the experience highlights the unique beauty of this stone desert and the warmth of Moroccan traditions through food, music, and local experiences.
Agafay Desert Tour from Marrakech
Highlights:
- Overnight desert experience surrounded by rocky dunes
- Spectacular night skies and peaceful desert atmosphere
- Traditional Moroccan cuisine prepared with local spices
- Live music and cultural performances in the evening
- Camel rides across the desert landscape
- Optional quad biking adventure over the dunes
- Warm Berber hospitality and relaxed desert living
Itinerary of the 3 Days Agafay Desert Tour from Marrakech:
Day 1: Marrakech – Agafay Desert
You will be picked up from your hotel in Marrakech and driven approximately 40 minutes to the Agafay Desert. Upon arrival, you’ll have time to settle in and take in the vast surroundings. As the sun begins to set, enjoy a camel ride through the desert, offering beautiful views as the landscape changes color. In the evening, a carefully prepared Moroccan dinner is served, featuring fragrant spices and traditional flavors. During the meal, you’ll be entertained with live Moroccan music and dance. Afterward, relax in the calm of the desert, enjoying the silence and the starlit sky.
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2: Agafay Desert
After breakfast, the day is yours to enjoy the desert at your own pace. You may choose to take another camel ride to further explore the rocky terrain or simply relax and admire the sweeping views. For those seeking excitement, there is the option to experience a quad-bike ride across the dunes. As evening approaches, gather once more to watch the sunset before enjoying another traditional Moroccan dinner. The night can be spent around the fire, stargazing and soaking in the peaceful desert ambiance.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Agafay Desert – Marrakech
After breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell to the desert. You will be transferred back to Marrakech in time for your onward journey, bringing your Moroccan adventure to a relaxed and memorable close.
Meals included: Breakfast
Note:
- The Overnight desert tour from Marrakech to Agafay is highly recommended whenever that is possible (especially if you are traveling with young kids).
- If the itinerary that we offer does not match what you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will prepare a trip to suit your needs and requirements.
Included:
-
Fully guided experience in the Agafay Desert
-
Camel ride through the desert landscape
-
One overnight stay in a traditional desert camp
-
Welcome drink and dinner on the first evening
-
Breakfast the following morning
-
Pickup and drop-off from your hotel or riad in central Marrakech
-
Services of an English-speaking guide
Not included:
-
Any food or beverages not specified in the program
-
Personal travel insurance
-
Additional personal spending and gratuities
Why book with Morocco Explore Tours?
Available 24/7
Save time and money
The time and money you invest will be returned to you many times over in the form of benefits and excellent service.
Private and guaranteed
We guarantee that we will show you the best of Morocco and select the best possible hotels.

