Sunset Camel Ride & Dinner in the Agafay Desert
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Overview
In short: Activity · Half day, starting and ending in Marrakech — about 80 km.
- Duration
- Half day (late afternoon to evening)
- Starts
- Marrakech (hotel pick-up)
- Ends
- Marrakech
- Tour type
- Activity
- Group size
- Up to 50 travellers
- Language
- Flexible, on request
- Distance
- ≈ 80 km in total
- Stops
- 2 places
No need to travel to the Sahara to ride a camel at sunset: this late-afternoon outing takes you to the stony Agafay desert near Marrakech for about an hour on a camel, mint tea in a nomad tent while the sun goes down, and dinner at a luxury desert camp.
You can dress up in a desert scarf and cloak for photos, with the (often snow-capped) High Atlas in the background.
Highlights
- An evening in the Agafay desert with a camel ride
- Sunset views over the desert and the Atlas
- Photos in traditional desert dress (scarf and cloak)
- Moroccan mint tea in a nomad tent
- Dinner of Moroccan cuisine at a luxury camp
Route
Lines join the stops in order; they are not the exact roads. Distances are road estimates. Open the route in Google Maps
All 2 stops · ≈ 80 km
| # | Stop | Day | From previous stop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marrakech | Day 1 | — |
| 2 | Agafay | Day 1 | ≈ 40 km |
| 1 | Marrakech | Day 1 | ≈ 40 km |
The programme
PlanAfternoon pick-up – camel ride at sunset – dinner – return
MarrakechAgafayMarrakechPick-up from your Marrakech hotel a few hours before sunset and a short drive to Agafay, where the camel team welcomes you.
Put on a desert headscarf and cloak for photos, then about one hour on a camel across the stony desert with views of the mountains.
Follow the caravan to the Berber tents on the upper plateau: mint tea while the sun sets.
Dinner in a private Berber tent at the camp, then transfer back to Marrakech.
What’s included
Included
- Transport Marrakech – Agafay – Marrakech
- Bottled water and mint tea
- 1 hour of camel riding
- Camel-riding equipment
- Dinner at a luxury desert camp
- Water, coffee, mint tea or orange juice
Not included
- Soft drinks
- Lunch
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
Good to know
- Evenings in Agafay are cool, even after a hot day — bring a warm layer.
- Wear long trousers for the camel ride and closed shoes.
- Check the sunset time for your date so the pick-up is scheduled correctly.
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Questions about this trip
How long is this trip, and where does it start and end?
It lasts Half day (late afternoon to evening), starting in Marrakech (hotel pick-up) and ending in Marrakech. The whole route covers about 80 km.
Which meals are included?
Dinner. Other meals and drinks are paid locally.
What is included in the price?
Transport Marrakech – Agafay – Marrakech; Bottled water and mint tea; 1 hour of camel riding; Camel-riding equipment; Dinner at a luxury desert camp; Water, coffee, mint tea or orange juice.
What is not included?
Soft drinks; Lunch; Tips; Travel insurance; Optional activities; Personal expenses.
Can the programme be adapted?
Yes. Dates, pace, stops and accommodation can be adjusted — tell us what you would like when you ask for a quote.
How do I book?
Send us your dates and the number of travellers on WhatsApp (+212 663-102827) or by email (marocservicetours@gmail.com). We reply within 48 hours with a personalised quote.
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How this trip compares with the two closest alternatives.
| Criteria | This tripSunset Camel Ride & Dinner in the Agafay Desert | Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure in the Agafay Desert | Moroccan Cooking Class in a Marrakech Riad |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | Half day (late afternoon to evening) | Half day | Half day (morning class + lunch) |
| Route | Marrakech (round trip) | Marrakech (round trip) | Marrakech (round trip) |
| Distance | ≈ 80 km | ≈ 110 km | — |
| Places visited | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Type | Activity | Activity | Activity |
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| Price | On request | On request | On request |
| Links | View this trip | View this trip |