Description
Escape the high energy of the Medina without leaving the city limits. Just a 15-minute drive from the center of Marrakech lies the legendary Palmeraie—a sprawling, historic oasis home to more than 100,000 palm trees. This signature camel riding excursion by DayActivity.com invites you to experience this lush sanctuary just like ancient caravan travelers once did. Dressed in comfortable, traditional Saharan attire, you will wind your way through scenic palm groves, quiet olive orchards, and rural earth-built villages. It is an incredibly peaceful, family-friendly day activity that perfectly balances rich Moroccan heritage with exceptional photo opportunities.
Activities Included
Traditional Berber Robe & Turban Fitting
Begin your desert-style immersion at our palm grove base camp. Friendly local handlers will assist you in dressing up in authentic, loose-fitting Tuareg robes (gandoras) and masterfully wrap your head in a protective indigo cotton scarf (cheich) to keep you cool and fully look the part.
Guided Camel Trek Through the Palmeraie Oasis
Mount your gentle, well-trained camel and set out in a traditional single-file caravan line. Ride beneath the shade of towering palms, navigate sandy tracks cutting through ancient olive orchards, and soak in the distinct, quiet atmosphere of Marrakech's green belt.
Scenic Oasis Viewpoints & Portrait Session
Take a short break at a picturesque clearing deep within the palm grove. Your guides will help position your camel caravan to capture iconic, Instagram-worthy vacation portraits with the stunning blue skies and endless rows of palms framing your frame.
Authentic Berber Tea Break in a Village Home
Conclude your journey by stepping inside a traditional mud-brick home on the edge of the oasis. Unwind on comfortable floor cushions and experience legendary local hospitality during a freshly brewed Moroccan mint tea ceremony paired with sweet local treats.
Testimonial
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Dale Egan
USA
Through the tourist office in Essaouira we booked a car and driver to take us to the Had Draa market. The driver was a very kind and careful driver. He spoke French fluently and English fluently, which allowed me to practice my French and still understand what was going on. He warned us that we were very late to visit the market, but it certainly didn’t seem that way from our point of view. He parked the vehicle and took us on a very complete tour of the market pointed out all sorts of interesting stalls. He took us by the beekeepers, which was interesting for me since I keep bees myself. I would highly recommend this service. It was comfortable and informative and a lot of fun.
(4.9/5)
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Caradeux Rachel
French
Superbe journée atypique autour d’Essaouira avec notre guide Younes et un vrai repas chez l’habitant dans la tradition Berbère. Visite du souk Had Dara et le village des pêcheurs tagnza la doune sidi moubarak. Petite randonnee dans la nature entre les roches, le désert et les forêts d’arganiers, très accessible. Un grand Merci à Younes que je recommande vivement.
(4.9/5)
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