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The Agafay Desert is located 30 kilometers from Marrakesh and referred to in ancient times as the Marrakech Desert which is not sand dunes but only layer and layer of rock dunes. Agafy is an exquisite beautiful oasis along which runs the oued riverbeds with exceptional views across the vast Moroccan wilderness. It is one of the few places in Morocco that.....many travelers move through this desert as a short escape trip from Marrakesh into the High Atlas mountain. Spend one night in Agafay Desert and the following day to explore the diverse area just south of Marrakesh, High Atlas, the Kik Plateau, Lalla Takerkoust lake -- to feel complelety the real diversity and contrast of the High Atlas in two days -- Perhaps start with the Ourika valley, hike up into the High Atlas, enjoy a local lunch by a Brerber family.
Discover the 12th century mosque of Tinmel, have a tea by the Lalla Takerkoust lake, lunch at Richard Branson's High Atlas retreat or trek in the Atlas mountains. And, after all the lushness of the High Atlas, have a little bit of desert. Arrive in the Agafay desert by the afternoon and, after settling in, have the most romantic dinner by candle light under the starriest sky, out in the open. Spend a night inside an adobe bungalow or white canvas tent and explore the surroundings next day by foot, camel, horse of mountain bike.
Depature from the hotel at 9h00 am by 4x4 An and set off to discover the Agafay desert, just 30 mins from Marrakech city. You travel off-road passing a small lake and Berber villages and have time to get out and walk for a while along the tracks if you wish. You can also choose to take a camel ride and have tea in a Berber village. The road then heads towards the lake of Lalla Takerkoust. which is a popular spot for picnics on the edge of the lake, restaurants serving traditional food. Lunch will be in one of the lakeside restaurants (not inc. in the price). Later on you will drive to agafay desert and stay the night in tents
Awake early to enjoy the sunrise, followed by a typical breakfast. After breakfast you continue your journey eastwards and head for the Kik Plateau where you will stop for refreshments form a high vantage point, before then taking the road to the village of Moulay Brahim, with its famous holy shrine. Finally the road descends into the market town of Asni at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. NB On Saturdays there is a lively local souk well worth stopping to visit to witness livestock trading, local produce and authentic rural life. Passing through orchards of apple, cherry and apricot trees you descend towards the agricultural plains of Marrakesh to reach the city at around 6.00 p.m. after a thrilling mix of desert, mountains, lakes and villages all within a one-day tour from Marrakesh.
Pick-up & drop off at/from your accommodation
Transport by private modern vehicle with A/C
Experienced English speaking Driver/Guide
Car Fuel
1-night at a private room in the hotel (at your preferred room type)
Camel trekking (camel per person)
Sunset camel ride
Overnight at a private tent in the camp (at your preferred tent type)
(Breakfast & Dinner)
Drinks
Lunches
Entrance to monuments (Optional)
Tipping (Optional)
1 - At the accommodations, you will be staying in private room at your preferred type.
2 – At the desert camp, you will be staying in a private tent at your preferred type.
3 – Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
4 – Children must be accompanied by an adult.
5 – Comfortable shoes for walking and Sand boarding, sport sneakers for example, long sleeves and long pants or skirts are appropriate for camel trek.
6 – Quad bike & Buggies in the dunes can be included as an extra
7 – Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
8 – Your booking confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
· The accommodation you select ( Standard or Luxury or Mixed)
· The number of rooms you need
· The travel season
· If you are travelling alone or on a small group tour
· If you decide to add extra nights
· Any activities or extra services to your booking
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