Overview
As the sun slips low over the Agafay Desert, the land quietly transforms. Stone and sky blur into amber and rose, the heat softens, and the vastness settles into a rare, almost ceremonial stillness. Just beyond Marrakech, Agafay feels worlds away—elemental yet intimate, open to the horizon and untouched by the city’s tempo.
Night arrives at a desert camp illuminated by lantern light, where a traditional Moroccan dinner is served beneath an expanding canopy of stars. The evening is gently animated by music and movement—Gnawa rhythms carried on the breeze, folkloric dance, or flickers of firelight—each adding warmth and texture to the darkness. More than an event, it’s an atmosphere: immersive, evocative, and quietly enchanting, lingering long after the desert falls silent.
Highlights
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Experience the Agafay Desert at sunset, just outside Marrakech
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Dine beneath the stars with a traditional Moroccan dinner
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Enjoy live music and folkloric performance in a desert setting
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Take in sweeping desert views as light fades and night settles
Journey Details
Departure: Marrakech City Center
Your driver meets you at your hotel or riad in Marrakech and travels toward the Agafay Desert.
Drive time: approx. 1 hour
Arrival at the Desert Camp
Arrive at the camp and take a moment to settle in, surrounded by open desert and distant hills.
Pause: approx. 10 minutes
Desert Drive: Agafay
Set out across the rocky terrain of Agafay, passing through wide plateaus and rugged landscapes framed by the Atlas foothills.
Experience duration: approx. 2 hours
Return to Camp & Relaxation
Return to the camp to enjoy the desert atmosphere. Seating areas and access to the swimming pool are available (pool not heated).
Sunset
Watch the sun set across the desert as the sky deepens in color and the landscape grows still.
Dinner & Live Performance
After sunset, a traditional Moroccan dinner is served at the camp. The evening is accompanied by a live cultural performance, which may include Gnawa music, folkloric dance, or a fire show—creating a sense of celebration without disturbing the serenity of the desert night.
Return Transfer: Agafay → Marrakech
After dinner and entertainment, your driver escorts you back to your accommodation in Marrakech.
Drive time: approx. 1 hour
What’s Included
- Traditional Moroccan dinner
- Access to the camp swimming pool
- Camel Ride
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi
- Multilingual driver
- Bottled mineral water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Marrakech city
What’s Not Included
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Pick-up outside Marrakech city center (available for an additional fee)
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Gratuities (Optional)
Additional Information
- Tour Type: Private
- Tour Duration: 6-7 Hours
- Departure Time: 3pm, 4pm
- Languages: English, French, Arabic
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Gratuities (Optional)
Price Per Person (USD)
- 1-3 Guests: $135 pp
- 4-6 Guests: $95 pp
- 7-14 Guests: $80 pp
- 15+ Guests: Contact us at +1 (747) 368-1911 to arrange for a custom quote