Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Zagora Dunes
Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Zagora Dunes Overview
This is a day trip from Ouarzazate that offers one of the most amazing desert experiences in the whole of Morocco. Nested on the interface Between the Saharan and Sahel formations, the dunes of the Zagora are stunning sand formations that stretch in deserts. It will suit all those, who would like to see the magical sandy landscapes of the Moroccan desert without being too far from Ouarzazate. This journey also takes you through picturesque Berber villages areas of palms and beautiful desert before getting to the dunes for camel riding and interaction with Saharan life.
Highlights of the Day Trip
- Sightsee through the Draa Valley that has mountain ranges, green palm trees lining.
- Go to the famous sign “Tombouctou 52 days” in Zagora.
- Take a camel ride from the Berber way in the Zagora dunes.
- Here is your chance to capture the picture perfect sand dunes of Sahara, the largest desert in the world.
- Cultural experience in Zagora town, discover the desert.
- Have a divine Berber cuisine lunch in tented setting in the middle of the great desert.
- Look at native sand dunes through eye-spanning vistas of the desert.
- Take a relaxing time and watch a fantastic sunset over the dunes of Zagora.
Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Zagora Dunes Itinerary
Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Zagora Dunes Program
8:00 AM – Leaving Ouarzazate: Your day of orientation begins with a pick up from your hotel in Ouarzazate. From here we turn south towards the destination of Zagora we pass by Draa Valley which is a very greenery region with many date palm trees and Berber peoples’ kasbah and small villages.
10:30 AM – Visit the Draa Valley: On the way there you will have a chance to see beautiful Draa valley with its famous palm groves and ancient kasbahs. There you can shoot the photo and feel a tropical view of the island amidst the desert territories.
12:00 PM – Arrival in Zagora: Lastly, upon reaching the heartland country valley after valley we get to Zagora which is a small desert village standing at the edge of the sandy kingdom of Sahara. You will have a short time to wander around the town and take a picture with the famous “Tombouctou 52 days” sign now a symbol of the historical caravans’ routes of the zone.
1::00 P.M.CAMEL RIDING to the Dunes: And then you will go for a camel riding tour of the Zagora dunes, which is about 20 minutes away from the town. When driving across the sand you are afforded the opportunity of viewing the splendid sight of vast sand dunes which stretch to the horizon.
2:00 PM – Lunch in the Desert: When arriving to the dunes you will have a lunch in Berber tent in the middle of the desert. The meal will be taken under the acacia tree canopy in a tent to allow you to enjoy the scenery of the Sahara.
3:00 PM – Relax and Explore the DunesFor the next period of time, offered to you after lunch, you can go to the dunes on foot to make some photos or, on the contrary, you can sit and meditate in steadfastness of the desert. For those willing one more short camel treck is available and then, of course, the sunset on the dunes!
4:30 PM – Return to Zagora: After our visit of the dunes, it is back to Zagora by camel with a transfer by vehicle back to Ouarzazate for you.
6:30 PM – Arrival in Ouarzazate: You will return to Ouarzazate in the evening, finding a close to one of the most incredible day tours to the Zagora dunes.
Included / Excluded
- Drop and pickup from your hotel in Ouarzazate
- Air-conditioned transportation throughout the day
- Camel ride to the Zagora dunes
- Traditional Berber lunch in the desert
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Scenic stops along the Draa Valley for photos
- Bottled water during the trip
- Personal expenses, such as souvenirs and snacks. • Gratuities for guides and drivers. • Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take for the camel to take one to the dunes?
It takes one and a half an hour for a round trip camel ride to the Zagora dunes. It is a slow moving one, which gives chance to capture so many pictures of the desert scenes.
Can I ride camels if I am a first time rider?
Actually, camel riding is safe and comfortable for novices. Our professional handlers with many years of experience will guarantee your comfort and safety during the ride.
Yeah right, Will there be leisure to take pictures of the dunes and desert?
Absolutely! There will be a lot of time to take striking photos of the desert and its landscapes during and after camel riding and sand sliding.
What sort of lunch is offered?
Lunch is a Berber type of meal usually involving tagine, couscous, bread and fruits in season. It is a filling and tasty idea about how to have dinner in the middle of the desert.
What kind of clothes should I needs to wear for that trip?
And we suggest comfortable clothes, headgear, and sun protection. Comfortable footwear help when you intend to walk on them in the desert.
Can children travel on the Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Zagora Dunes?
This particular trip is in fact, one that families could indulge in. Some activities that children will find enjoyable are; The camel ride; The sand dunes. However, it is crucial to make them comfortable during the journey because; if not, some parts include long drives.
Are drinks covered in the fees charged for the tours?
Beverages to be taken during lunch are not allowed in the tour but one can buy them at lunch stop.
Can the Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Zagora Dunes be customized?
That is, the schedule that will be provided below is quite worked out but it can be adjusted according to your wishes. If you would like to spend more time in Zagora or in the dunes we simply need to know.
