Overview :
The 2 Days From Ouarzazate to Mhamid Desert is a short journey from the gateway of the desert to one of the last villages before the open Sahara. This tour is designed for travelers who start in Ouarzazate and want to discover the Draa Valley, old kasbahs, palm groves, southern villages, and the quiet desert landscapes of Mhamid in a limited time.
Your journey starts in Ouarzazate and travels through Agdz and the Draa Valley, one of the longest and most beautiful palm valleys in Morocco. Along the way, you will pass traditional villages, old kasbahs, palm groves, and desert scenery that reflect the culture of southern Morocco.
The route continues through Zagora and Tamegroute before reaching Mhamid El Ghizlane, a peaceful desert village located at the edge of the Sahara. Mhamid is known as one of the last settlements before the open desert routes begin.
In Mhamid, you will enjoy a camel ride, sunset views, dinner at the desert camp, and an overnight stay under the stars. This 2 Days From Ouarzazate to Mhamid Desert tour is ideal for travelers who want a short Sahara experience from Ouarzazate with desert camp, camel trekking, palm valleys, and traditional southern landscapes.
2 Days From Ouarzazate to Mhamid Desert
- Ouarzazate
- Ouarzazate
- 3 Day
Included
- Pick-up & drop off at/from your accommodation in Ouarzazate
- Transport by private modern vehicle with A/C
- Car Fuel
- Experienced English/Spanish speaking Driver/Guide
- Camel Trekking
- Sunset camel ride
- Overnight at the Desert Camp
- Dinner and breakfast
- 4x4 transfer from and to the camp (Alternative to Camels)
Excluded
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Entrance (Optional)
- Tipping (Optional)
Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Draa Valley - Zagora
Your 3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech to Mhamid starts in the morning with pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech. We leave the city and drive towards the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka pass with several stops for photos and panoramic views.
Along the way, you will pass traditional Berber villages before reaching Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. This ancient fortified village is one of the most famous kasbahs in Morocco and is known for its traditional earthen buildings.
After visiting Ait Ben Haddou, we continue to Ouarzazate, often called the gateway to the desert. From there, the road follows the Draa Valley, famous for its long palm groves, old kasbahs, and desert scenery.
We continue through Agdz and several southern villages before arriving in Zagora. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a hotel or riad in Zagora.
Day 2: Zagora - Tamegroute - Mhamid Desert
After breakfast, we continue the journey through the Draa Valley towards the deeper south. The road passes through palm groves, small desert villages, and old caravan landscapes.
We will stop in Tamegroute, a village known for its traditional pottery and old religious heritage. After the visit, we continue towards Mhamid El Ghizlane, the last village before the open Sahara.
Upon arrival in Mhamid, you will ride camels across the desert landscape and enjoy the sunset on the dunes. After the camel trek, you will reach the desert camp.
Dinner will be served at the camp. In the evening, you can relax under the stars and enjoy the peaceful desert atmosphere. Overnight stay will be in a desert tent.
Day 3: Mhamid - Draa Valley - Ouarzazate - High Atlas Mountains - Marrakech
Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the desert before breakfast at the camp. After breakfast, we leave Mhamid and begin the return journey to Marrakech.
The road takes us back through the Draa Valley, passing Zagora, Agdz, and Ouarzazate. Several stops can be made along the way for photos, coffee, or short breaks.
After Ouarzazate, we cross the High Atlas Mountains again through the Tizi n’Tichka pass. By the late afternoon or evening, we arrive back in Marrakech.
The 3 Days From Marrakech to Mhamid Desert tour ends with drop-off at your accommodation.
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