
1 / 5Buggy Adventure in Agafay Desert
About this activity
Drive your own all-terrain buggy through the dramatic Agafay Desert and Atlas foothills, just 37km south of Marrakesh. This 2-hour adventure combines high-octane dune driving with encounters with Berber villages and hidden valleys, offering a genuine taste of Morocco's backcountry without the crowds.
Departure from your hotel /riadTransfer to the lake of Takerkoust 37km from Marrakech. Once participants have reached the base, they are given a briefing on the safe use of buggies along with the appropriate health and saftey equipment. The buggy tour start to lake of Lalla Takerkoust, provision of buggy and ride into the mountains of Atlas, crossing the Agafay desert and discovery of the valley of the turtles and the small Berber village located on the circuit.
The Marrackchi desert had to offer its arid hills and stony grounds leaving you in complete peace and quiet in such an impressive landscape.
This desert area that opens up onto the plateau of Kik , gives you the feelings of being alone without anyone being able to disturb you.
Highlights
- ✓Self-drive buggy across arid hills and rocky terrain in the Agafay Desert
- ✓Navigate through Atlas Mountain passes and discover remote Berber settlements
- ✓Explore Turtle Valley and experience complete isolation on the Kik plateau
- ✓Professional safety briefing and all protective equipment provided
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Marrakesh included
Insider tips
- ★The desert landscape is starkest and most dramatic in early morning or late afternoon light—avoid midday heat if possible
- ★Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes with good ankle support; the terrain is rocky and unforgiving
- ★Bring sunscreen and a scarf or hat; there's minimal shade on the plateau
- ★The silence of the high desert is part of the appeal—go early to avoid convoy crowds
Good to know
- •Hotel transfer included from Marrakesh; allow time for the 37km drive each way
- •Safety gear and buggy instruction provided on-site; no prior off-road experience required
- •Terrain is rugged and uneven; not recommended for those with back or joint issues
- •Bring water, sunscreen, and a camera; minimal facilities at the base camp
Who it's for
Best time to visit
October to April offers cooler temperatures and better visibility for desert driving. Early morning departures (6–8am) provide dramatic light and smaller group sizes; avoid summer midday heat (June–September).






