5-Day Desert Adventure from Marrakech to Ouarzazate, Mhamid El Ghizlane, Ras Nkhal, Zagora, and Back to Marrakech
Day 1: Marrakech to Ouarzazate
- Morning : Departure from Marrakech, heading towards Ouarzazate.
- Drive through the stunning High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2260m).
- Stop at the village of Taddart for a quick break and refreshments.
- Midday : Arrive in Ouarzazate, the gateway to the Sahara Desert.
- Visit the Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and popular fi lming location.
- Explore the Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate itself.
- Evening: Check-in at a local hotel in Ouarzazate.
- Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner.
Day 2: Ouarzazate to Mhamid El Ghizlane Desert Camp
- Morning : Depart from Ouarzazate towards Mhamid El Ghizlane.
- Drive through the Draa Valley, famous for its palm groves and ancient kasbahs.
- Stop at Agdz for a scenic break.
- Midday : Arrive in Mhamid El Ghizlane.
- Have lunch at a local restaurant.
- Afternoon : Continue the journey into the desert.
- Ride camels or take a 4x4 vehicle to reach the desert camp.
- Evening : Arrive at the desert camp.
- Experience the magic of the Sahara with a sunset over the dunes.
- Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars, accompanied by Berber music and storytelling.
Day 3: Mhamid El Ghizlane to Ras Nkhal Desert Camp
- Morning : After breakfast, explore the surrounding desert area.
- Engage in activities such as sandboarding or a guided desert walk.
- Midday : Depart towards Ras Nkhal Desert Camp.
- Stop for a picnic lunch in the middle of the desert.
- Afternoon : Arrive at Ras Nkhal Desert Camp.
- Settle into your desert tent and relax.
- Evening : Enjoy another spectacular desert sunset.
- Participate in a traditional Moroccan cooking class.
- Savor the meal you helped prepare and enjoy an evening around the campfi re.
Day 4: Ras Nkhal Desert Camp to Zagora
- Morning: After breakfast, embark on a camel trek or 4x4 adventure towards Zagora.
- Pass through various desert landscapes and oases.
- Midday : Arrive in Zagora.
- Have lunch at a local restaurant.
- Afternoon : Explore the town of Zagora.
- Visit the Tamegroute Library, known for its ancient manuscripts.
- Discover the pottery cooperative to see traditional Moroccan pottery-making techniques.
- Evening: Check-in at a riad or hotel in Zagora.
- Enjoy a relaxing evening with a traditional Moroccan dinner.
Day 5: Zagora to Marrakech
- Morning : Depart from Zagora back to Marrakech.
- Drive through the Draa Valley again, with opportunities for scenic stops and photos.
- Midday : Stop for lunch in Ouarzazate or a village along the route.
- Afternoon : Continue the journey back to Marrakech.
- Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon or early evening.
- Evening: Conclude the tour with a farewell dinner at a traditional Moroccan restaurant in Marrakech.
This itinerary provides a balance of adventure, cultural experiences, and relaxation, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty and richness of the Moroccan desert and its surrounding areas.
