Hotel pickup
Drive to the camel station in the Palmeraie, about 20 minutes.
Desert
Marrakech Camel Safari in the Palmeraie
Overview
You do not need to go to the Sahara to ride a camel. In the Palmeraie, just outside Marrakech, the camel men lead you on a slow walk between the palms, with the Atlas Mountains in the distance on clear days.
Our camels work short days with plenty of rest, and their welfare always comes first. The sunset ride is the most popular, when the light turns golden over the palms.
Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before
Pay on the dayEuro or dirham, no prepayment
2.5 hoursMorning, afternoon or sunset
Live guideEnglish, French, Arabic
Hotel pickupFrom your hotel or riad
Small groupprivate on request
At a glance
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Distance
- About 10 to 15 km from the city centre, 20 to 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Best season
- All year. In summer, choose early morning or sunset.
- Transport
- Hotel pickup in a minibus or car
- Meals
- Mint tea and pancakes
- Languages
- English, French and Arabic
- Group size
- Small group, private on request
Highlights
About one hour on a camel through the palm groves
Dress up in a Berber scarf and robe for photos
Gentle and safe, good for families
Tea and Moroccan pancakes with a local family
Itinerary
Berber dress
Put on a traditional scarf and robe and meet the camel men.
Camel ride
About one hour through the palm groves, with stops for photos.
Tea and pancakes
Mint tea and msemen in a Berber house.
Back to your hotel
Drive back to Marrakech.
Included
- Return transfer from your hotel
- Camel ride of about one hour
- Berber clothes for photos
- Drinks: mint tea, with pancakes
Excluded
- Tips for the camel men
- Personal expenses
Where you will go
The pin shows the area, not an exact meeting point. We confirm your pickup by email. Open in Google Maps
Weather and best time
The Palmeraie has shade from the palms, but the midday sun is strong from May to September. Sunset rides are the most comfortable and the most beautiful.
What to bring
- A hat and sunscreen
- Closed shoes or sandals with a strap
- A light scarf
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Cash in dirham or euro for tips and drinks
- Phone or camera
Pickup
Pickup from all hotels and riads in Marrakech. For riads inside the medina we meet you at the nearest square or road. We confirm the exact time and place by email.
Know before you go
- Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
- Children from 4 can ride with an adult
- The sunset ride starts about 2 hours before sunset
- We follow strict care rules for the camels, including rest breaks
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Questions about this tour
What time is pickup?
Morning, afternoon or sunset. We confirm the exact time by email once you book.
How long does the tour last?
About 2.5 hours, including transfers.
Where do you collect me?
Pickup from all hotels and riads in Marrakech. For riads inside the medina we meet you at the nearest square or road. We confirm the exact time and place by email.
Can I cancel?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
When do I pay?
Reserve now and pay on the day, in euro or dirham. No online payment.
What is included?
Return transfer from your hotel; Camel ride of about one hour; Berber clothes for photos; Drinks: mint tea, with pancakes.
Which languages do the guides speak?
Guides speak English, French and Arabic.
