Agafay desert is not a sand desert but an earthen plateau.
At Agafay desert, the landscape is spectacular. The terrain is tremendous and irregular. The colors are yellow and brown. Here and there emerged Cracks and rocky mountains of different shapes and sizes. Water is out of the ordinary. The vegetation is rare and thin. And throughout the day, shades contrast, and atmospheres shift like a melody.
How To get To Agafay Desert From Marrakech?
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Most of the agencies offer a pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Marrakech. The distance from Marrakech to the Agafay desert is approximately 35 km or 22 miles. This distance is less than a 1-hour drive from Marrakech. To get to the Merzouga Sand Desert, you need at least 9 hours drive. The Agafay desert is a better alternative to the Sahara Desert if you do not enjoy spending your vacation in a car.
Agafay Desert Weather
The prevailing climate in Agafay is known as a local steppe climate. There is little rainfall throughout the year. With an average of 42 mm, February is the wettest month. The warmest month is August, with an average of 28(°C)/82(°F). The highest temperature can reach 37(°C)/ 99(°F). If you decide to go there during that period, you may sweat from spots you do not know you had. In January, it can go down to 4(°C)/ 39(°F) at night. If you want to spend a night there, do not forget to bring your heavy and warmest coat.
