Half day from Marrakech
Sunset in the Agafay desert
Rolling stone hills, a sky that turns pink at dusk and the Atlas on the horizon, all within an hour of Marrakech. We drive you there for sunset or to your desert camp, and bring you back when you are ready.
- Duration
- Half day
- From Marrakech
- About 40 km · 45 min
- Best for
- Sunsets, dinners at a camp, couples
- Vehicle
- Sedan, van or SUV
Why Agafay
- No. 01
Desert without the long drive
Merzouga is a two-day trip; Agafay gives you desert landscapes and silence in under an hour.
- No. 02
Sunset over the stone hills
The bare hills glow orange and pink in the last hour of light, with the Atlas behind.
- No. 03
Evenings at a desert camp
Many camps serve dinner under the stars. We take you there and wait to bring you back.
- No. 04
Lalla Takerkoust lake
The lake and dam on the edge of Agafay make an easy stop on the way, with the mountains reflected in the water.
A typical afternoon
Timings follow the sunset, which moves through the year. We plan the pickup time with you.
15:30
Pickup in Marrakech
From your hotel or riad.
16:15
Lalla Takerkoust (optional)
A short stop at the lake on the way into the desert.
17:00
Agafay desert
Arrive in time to explore before the light changes, or go straight to your camp.
Sunset
Golden hour
Stay for sunset, and for dinner at your camp if you have booked one.
Evening
Return to Marrakech
Your chauffeur drives you back whenever you are ready.
Included with your trip
- Private vehicle and chauffeur
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or riad
- Your chauffeur waits for the return
- Timing planned around sunset
Questions about the Agafay trip
Book your Agafay evening
Choose a date and tell us your camp, if you have one. We will call you to confirm the timing.
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