Agafay Desert Trip – seeing a beautiful part of Morocco’s nature explored and accessible conveniently near Marrakesh. Starting in the late afternoon, this walk takes one immediately west through the valley of olive and orange trees crossing beautiful villages such as Ait Imour. With the road changing from a national route to off-road trails, the striking greenery is replaced with the matrix of the Agafay Desert marked by rolling hills.
This is a unique means of having an enjoyable and more natural experience of the desert excluding most common tourist traps. A ride through the calm jurisdiction of sand with the hump on head camels followed by the stay in a nomadic tent with a traditional Moroccan tea is incredible. Finally in the evening, the desert has become a very interesting warm picture accompanying the setting sun to take photos or just contemplate. In conclusion of the experience, dine in an elegant Bedouin – themed dining tent or fine dining desert camp, followed by Sahara desert evacuation to Marrakesh.
For those who want to extend the desert experience and see ‘real’ sand dunes and a taste of the sahara, it is possible to arrange for a two day / one night trip to merzouga.
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Of course, this tour is suitable for families with children of all ages. Riding a camel is always safe, it’s really fun too and the surrounding serene environment makes it more interesting for all.
DAY: Dress weather appropriate in casual, comfortable clothing and night wear a jacket or sweater. For camel riding, it is suggested to wear long trousers and for excursions – comfortable shoes.
Conventionally, the tour takes about 5-6 hours with travel time/in one way, the camel ride, the tea break, the dinner, etc. It is important because it provides three days of relatively tension-free learning while maximizing coverage of material.
First things first, it is advisable to book a room days if not weeks before the arrival but it is always possible to get a room at the last minute. In case a certain company is not available, reach that tour operator and inquire about their availability.
Agafay is composed of rocky desert instead of the ergs which make up the Sahara. It is nearer to Marrakesh than Skeija, and therefore suits best those who do not have adequate time at their disposal.
Yes, the dietary preferences including; vegetarian and gluten-free can be requested for. Let the tour operator know of your wish when making the bookings.
An organized , fully conditioned 4wheel drive vehicle is employed to afford the customer a comfortable trip all the way, especially during the off road portions.
Absolutely! The drive around the desert, camel ride, sunset and the over all view of the desert is very much suited for taking good snaps.
Bribe is encouraged but not obligatory for the waitress to acknowledge their presence by serving them meals. Take small change of Moroccan Dirhams with you to avoid the problem of being short of small change.
Yes that is why at morocco you have a option of either of these; The Nomadic tent or walking around the desert . The tour is freeform according to the personal choice.
