A Sunset Camel Ride In The Palmerai.

I took a trip to the Palmerai to get out of the city for a while.

The Palmerai is a 54 square mile palm oasis on the northeast edge of Marrakech.

It’s a 20-minute drive from the city centre and is known for its lush landscape, high-end resorts, and popular activities.

I needed to take a break from the manic pace of life in the medina, so I decided to visit for a camel ride at sunset.

I booked through Get Your Guide and was picked up by my guide Mohammed next to the Islane Hotel.

I was part of a small group, and we were taken to our destination in a small air-conditioned mini bus.

After a short drive, the scenery changed, turning into a beautiful landscape with thousands of palm trees.

There were so many camels with colourful seats sitting at the sides of the road.

We stopped, and immediately, we were all dressed in traditional blue Tuareg clothing.

After embarking on our camels, we set off trekking.

It lasted for approximately 40 minutes, around palm trees and gravelly ground.

I have every respect for Tuareg people, who can spend months on the back of a camel.

I think they are wonderful creatures but not the most comfortable, and 40 minutes was more than enough for me.

The sunset was pretty, although I would imagine it to be more spectacular during the summer months.

The camel drivers were friendly and entertaining, singing songs and making little camels for us by plaiting the grass they collected along our route.

Back at the vehicle, our small group sat with the camel drivers who prepared traditional mint tea for us all.

We drank it, and soon afterwards, we were heading back into Marrakech.

It was nice to get out of the city for a while.

In terms of value for money,

I think that quad biking may be the better option.

The scenery was amazing, and I enjoyed seeing another side of Marrakech, but I wasn’t blown away by the experience.

Our guide was lovely.

He took videos and photographs for everyone.

The Palmerai also hosts balloon rides available through Paradise Ballooning and Marrakech Balloon.

There are several golf courses in the area also.

If I return again, I may try a different activity next time.

For people who don’t wish to head out into the Sahara desert and want the experience of riding a camel, the Palmerai is worth considering due to its close proximity to Marrakech.