ATV Riding in Agafay Desert: Quad Bike & Camel Ride with Dinner

Dine under stars, then ride quad bikes and watch fire dance in the desert

ATV riding in the Agafay Desert near Marrakech combines a 40-minute quad bike ride across the dunes with a camel excursion at sunset, followed by a three-course Moroccan dinner and live music and dance show at a desert camp. The experience includes round-trip hotel pickup, a guide in English, Spanish, French or Arabic, and all meals and refreshments. Children from age 2 are welcome, and the full outing takes 5.5 hours.

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Marrakech hotel or riad around 3 p.m., with an optional stop at a women's cooperative on the way if you want to browse local crafts. You'll drive through the landscape to the Agafay Desert, and depending on the group, there's time for tea and restrooms before the action begins.

Once at the camp, you'll spend 40 minutes riding a quad bike across the desert dunes: two people share each bike. After that comes the camel ride, timed to catch the sunset as you move through the quieter part of the desert. Both activities are led by a guide who manages the pace and keeps the group together.

Back at the campsite, you sit down to a three-course Moroccan dinner under the open sky or in a tent, depending on what you prefer. While you eat, live musicians and dancers perform traditional Berber spectacles and a fire show. Bottled water is free throughout, and the guide handles the return drive to Marrakech, arriving late evening.

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel or riad pickup from Marrakech.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport.
• 40-minute quad bike ride with guide.
• camel ride at sunset.
• three-course Moroccan dinner.
• live Berber music, dance and fire show.
• bottled water and tea or coffee throughout.
• all local taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 14:30, 15:00, 15:30 and 16:00

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AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Youth (2 to 11 years)

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelInfant seats availablePets welcomeNot for back problems

Operated by Adrar Trips From Marrakech

Is this one for you?At 5.5 hours door-to-door, this fits a single evening without cutting into a full day of sightseeing. You leave mid-afternoon and return after dinner, leaving the morning and early day free for the medina or other sites in Marrakech.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (2 to 11 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How much of the 5.5 hours is actually spent riding the quad bike?

The quad bike portion lasts 40 minutes. The rest of the time covers hotel pickup and return, the drive to and from the desert, the camel ride, dinner, and the show.

Can I ride the quad bike alone, or do I have to share?

Two people ride together on each quad bike. You'll be paired with someone from your group or, if you're traveling as a couple or family, with someone in your party.

Is the camel ride at sunset guaranteed, or does it depend on the time of year?

The camel ride is timed to coincide with sunset, but the exact timing shifts with the season. The guide will adjust the schedule to catch the best light when you're in the desert.

Do I need to be fit to ride a quad bike in the desert?

The operator recommends at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The ride is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Children from age 2 can join, and specialized infant seats are available if needed.