SUN SKY CAMP AgafayAgafay Desert tours from Marrakech
The Agafay Desert is a stony, lunar landscape of bare hills at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, about 40 minutes by road from Marrakech. It is not a sand-dune desert like Merzouga: the ground is rock and earth, and on clear days the snowy Atlas peaks line the horizon.
All the tours below are run by Sun Sky Camp, the camp where the activities take place, so you book directly with the people who welcome you there.
Free pickup from 9 meeting points in Marrakech, free cancellation up to 24 hours before, and you pay on the day.
5 tours to book
Which Agafay tour should you choose?
- For the full experience: quad bike, sunset camel ride, dinner and fire show in one evening.
- For a calm evening: the sunset dinner and fire show, or the camel ride with dinner, without the quad.
- For a hot day: the pool day, with lunch at the camp and views over the desert.
- To see the sunrise: the night at the camp, in a private tent with breakfast.
Agafay or Merzouga?
Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes are about 9 hours from Marrakech by road, so they need a trip of two or three days. Agafay is the desert you can enjoy in one evening or one day from Marrakech, and be back at your riad at night.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Agafay Desert from Marrakech?
About 40 to 60 minutes by road, depending on your meeting point. The drive is included in every tour.
Is transport from Marrakech included?
Yes. A free shuttle leaves from one of our 9 meeting points in Marrakech. A private transfer from your hotel is also available for an extra fee.
What should I wear in the Agafay Desert?
Closed shoes, sunglasses and a scarf against the dust on the quad. Evenings get cold in winter, so bring a warm layer.
Can children join the Agafay tours?
Yes, children are welcome and pay a reduced price. For age limits on the quad ride, ask us on WhatsApp before booking.
Can I cancel, and when do I pay?
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour, and you pay on the day.