« 2 days to Zagora » trip typically refers to a popular 2-day, 1-night guided tour from Marrakech that includes travel through the Atlas Mountains, a visit to Aït Benhaddou, a camel ride to a desert camp near Zagora, an overnight stay under the stars, and a return to Marrakech the following evening. This tour is a quick way to experience desert life but can be fast-paced, with a lot of driving.

Day 1: Marrakech to Zagora

• Morning: Depart from Marrakech and drive through the High Atlas Mountains.
• Mid-day: Stop to visit the famous Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Afternoon: Continue through the Drâa Valley, known for its palm groves and traditional villages.
• Evening: Arrive in Zagora, take a camel trek for sunset, and arrive at a desert camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Zagora to Marrakech

• Morning: Wake up for sunrise, have breakfast, and take a camel ride back to your meeting point.
• Late Morning/Afternoon: Begin the return journey, often with a stop in Ouarzazate (where you can see the Kasbah Taourirt or visit the film studios) and a drive back over the Atlas Mountains.
• Evening: Arrive back in Marrakech.
  Things to know

Pace: The trip is fast-paced, with about 7 hours of driving each day, so be prepared for a busy schedule.

Desert Type: Zagora’s desert is primarily rocky with some small sand dunes, not the massive, towering dunes of Erg Chebbi (Merzouga).