THE GREAT ESCAPE

CAMEL RIDE IN AGAFAY DESERT

The Agafay Desert, less than an hour driving from Marrakech, is one of the new must-see sites around Marrakech. What could be better than a camel ride to discover it and to admire this magnificent stretch of stony hills with the Atlas in background?

The Agafay Desert, less than an hour's drive from Marrakech, is the closest desert escape to the city — a rocky, dune-like landscape of golden hills beneath the High Atlas. This camel ride takes you on a gentle trek across the plateau, perfect at sunset, and can be combined with a meal or a night at a desert camp.

A desert ride within reach of Marrakech

You don’t need the long drive to the Sahara to ride a camel in the Moroccan desert. The Agafay — a stone desert of rolling ochre hills — sits just outside Marrakech, and a camel trek here delivers the classic desert scene with the Atlas Mountains behind you.

What to expect

A gentle camel trek — led on foot by a local cameleer across the hills of the plateau.
Sunset light — the golden hour is when Agafay is at its most photogenic.
Atlas panoramas — open views to the snow-capped mountains on clear days.

Good to know

The ride is calm and suitable for beginners and families; the cameleer helps you mount and stays with you throughout. Wear closed shoes and bring a hat. It works beautifully alongside a quad ride in Agafay or an evening dinner in the desert.

What's included

Hotel/riad pickup and return (Marrakech area)
Camel ride with a local cameleer
Guide

Not included

Meals and drinks
Gratuities (tips)

Departure & return

Time : 09:00
Meeting point : Pick up from your accommodation, hotel, or riad in Marrakech. If your accommodation is not accessible by car, you will be provided with a nearby meeting point instead.
Return : Drop off in your accommodation, hotel, or riad in Marrakech. If your accommodation is not accessible by car, you will be provided with a nearby meeting point instead.