Buggy or quad in Agafay: why I always choose the buggy

The question everyone asks me

Every time I organise a trip out to the Agafay desert, the same question comes up: "Céline, buggy or quad?" And honestly, I get the hesitation. Both are practised across that landscape of stone and ochre. But after dozens of outings alongside my visitors, my answer is clear — and I'm going to tell you exactly why.

What really sets the two apart

The quad is a solo adventure. You climb on, grip the handlebars, and carve your own path. It's exhilarating, physical, and demands real focus. If you're after an individual, sporty experience, the Quad Agafay 2H dans le Désert de Marrakech is made for you.

The buggy is something else entirely. It's a two-seater vehicle — up to two people per machine — with an open body, a steering wheel, and the feeling of a miniature rally car. You sit side by side, and that changes everything. You live the experience together, you can talk, look at each other, share emotions in real time. That's what makes all the difference for me.

Why I put the buggy first

What I love about the Buggy dans le Désert d'Agafay is, first of all, its accessibility. The driver must be at least 16, but a passenger can climb in from the age of 6. It's one of the rare adventure activities in Agafay that you can truly share as a family or as a duo, without leaving anyone out.

Then there's the ease of driving. With a steering wheel in your hands, it feels intuitive even if you've never done any off-roading before. The safety briefing is thorough, a professional guide accompanies the group throughout the route, and all the equipment — helmet, protective goggles — is provided. You arrive, you're taken care of, and you leave with a head full of memories.

And then there's the return transfer from your hotel, included in the package. No need to worry about logistics — I find that invaluable, especially when you're discovering Marrakech for the first time.

What I always bring on this outing

A few practical tips gathered over many trips:

• Your own sunglasses on top of those provided — the desert reflects light intensely
• Comfortable clothing, neither too loose nor too tight
• Closed-toe shoes, essential for driving
• A light jacket depending on the season — the desert wind can catch you off guard in the evening

The activity itself lasts 2 hours in the buggy, plus around 40 minutes of transfers each way. Plan for half a day in total, and organise the rest of your itinerary accordingly.

Want to take it even further?

For those who'd like to turn this outing into a truly memorable evening, I often suggest combining the buggy with a dinner under the stars. The Agafay Dîner Spectacle, Quad et Dromadaire is a complete package that brings several experiences together in a single night. And if you'd rather keep it to pure adventure with the buggy, that's already more than enough to head back to Marrakech with a big smile on your face.

My final verdict

Quad or buggy? If you're travelling solo and looking for a solo adrenaline rush, the quad has its fans. But if you're a couple, with friends, or with family — if you want to share the moment rather than just tell the story afterwards — choose the buggy. It's the experience I recommend first, and the one my visitors still talk about long after they've returned home.