Zagora Desert Trek: A 2-Day Excursion from Marrakech to the Hollywood of Africa
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Embark on a thrilling 2-day trek from Marrakech to the Zagora Desert, known as the Hollywood of Africa. Experience a breathtaking sunrise, explore the ancient Kasbahs, and discover the film locations of famous movies. Return to Marrakech in the evening.
Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Zagora - Departure early morning towards Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah through the High Atlas Mountains and passing by the Tiz-N-Tichka pass (2260 meters high). The landscape is very beautiful, and you will appreciate lot of berber villages in steps with the color of the mountain. After 3 hours driving you will arrive to Ait Ben Haddou. In this natural and extraordinary setting of entanglement of crenellated towers and adobe constructions, it was made of many films (including the famous “Lawrence of Arabia” and “Gladiator”). Some families of craftsmen live there still in traditions and respect for ancestral heritage.

What's Included
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
Additional Information

Wake up before dawn to enjoy the magnificent sunrise then return by dromedaries to reach the vehicle. It will be time to make the departure for Ouarzazate, this vast desert plateau which attracts visitors of all nationalities every year. In the shade of the palm trees, Ouarzazate has moved leaving behind a stony immensity swept by the winds of the Sahara. The splendid Kasbahs with their walls and adobe towers will take you to a world where time seems to have stood still. Ouarzazate is ‘Hollywood of Africa’, many famous films have been shot here such as Alexander the Great, The Mummy, The Jewel of the Nile, Kingdom of Heaven … In the afternoon, continue to Marrakech for an expected arrival around 7 pm

Location
Hôtel Restaurant Café de France
Rue des Banques
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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up to 15 guests
1 Adult
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