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Rey Alton

Bellaire, TX
Travel Lifestyle Specialist

The process of planning, coordinating, booking, and managing travel arrangements can be a daunting experience.  But, with a seasoned and respected travel advisor, your travel planning experience will be streamlined and hassle-free. With more than ...
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Agafay Desert Travel Agent Expert

The Agafay Desert is a unique semi-desert landscape located just outside Marrakech, Morocco. Unlike the classic Sahara with its towering sand dunes, the Agafay Desert features vast rocky and arid terrain, with a backdrop of the Atlas Mountains. This desert is known for its surreal beauty, offering a quiet and peaceful environment ideal for desert experiences like camel treks, quad biking, and stargazing. Its proximity to Marrakech makes it a popular destination for travelers looking to escape the city for a day or overnight trip, where they can enjoy the stunning, barren beauty of the desert with a more accessible and tranquil atmosphere.   


 


Top 5 Places in the Agafay Desert:



  • Agafay Desert Dunes – The desert’s expansive and tranquil sand dunes, perfect for taking in the natural beauty of the region.

  • Atlas Mountains Viewpoint – From various points in the Agafay Desert, you can enjoy stunning views of the distant Atlas Mountains.

  • Kasbahs in the Agafay Desert – Traditional Berber kasbahs that dot the landscape, providing a glimpse into the area's historical architecture.

  • Oasis of Agafay – A peaceful, small oasis amidst the desert, offering a cool respite and a contrast to the surrounding arid terrain.

  • Desert Camping Sites – Scenic campsites offering a true desert experience, including luxury desert camps with traditional Berber tents. 


 


Top 10 Activities in the Agafay Desert:



  • Camel Trekking – Ride a camel through the rocky desert and enjoy a peaceful, traditional desert experience.

  • Quad Biking – Explore the desert on an exhilarating quad biking adventure, speeding through the rocky terrain.

  • Stargazing – The clear skies of the Agafay Desert make it an ideal location for stargazing, away from the light pollution of the city.

  • Overnight Desert Camping – Spend a night under the stars in a traditional Berber-style tent, enjoying dinner and entertainment in the desert.

  • Visit a Berber Village – Take a tour through a nearby Berber village to learn about local culture and traditions.

  • Horseback Riding – Ride through the desert landscape on horseback, experiencing the vastness and beauty of the region.

  • Sandboarding – For those looking for a more active adventure, try sandboarding down the gentle dunes of the Agafay Desert.

  • Hiking in the Agafay Desert – Take a hike through the rocky terrain and explore the natural beauty of the desert up close.

  • Sunset Viewing – Watch the incredible desert sunset over the barren landscape, with the light casting beautiful colors on the mountains and sand.

  • Enjoy Traditional Moroccan Cuisine – Savor a delicious Moroccan meal while enjoying the tranquil desert environment, often prepared in a traditional tagine.

My Reviews

73 of 117 people found this review helpful
Another fabulous trip!
Rey has booked several domestic and international trips for me over the years. Each time the experience was fantastic. Rey is not only a knowledgeable and experienced travel agent, he is patient with groups and always provides stellar customer service. The resorts are always fabulous and his recommendations on what to do when we arrive at our destinations make my vacations more enjoyable. I’ve counted on Rey to book fabulous vacations for over 10 years and he always delivers the best. I’ve always enjoyed the individual attention and care Rey provides his clients. He understands the apprehension that comes along with trying new places and is thorough and accommodating as a result. He’s also great at making suggestions on future vacations and I’ve never been disappointed when I follow his suggestions. Rey will remain my travel confidante for many years to come. He’s the best, hands down!
By  TC  from  San Antonio, Texas
Traveled to  Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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72 of 121 people found this review helpful
Travel Expert
We have worked with Rey for many years and have always enjoyed the experience. Most of our travel has been river cruises in Europe but last year we did a trip to South Africa. Rey is very thoughtful, thorough and responsive.
By  Randy  from  Houston
Traveled to  Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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64 of 110 people found this review helpful
Destination Wedding Planner
Love working w/ Rey! Very knowledgable and detailed!! Definitely recommend to any and everyone traveling abroad.
By  Destination Wedding Planner - Elite Eventz   from  Houston, Texas
Traveled to  Jamaica ~ Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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63 of 112 people found this review helpful
July 4th Fun!!!
Rey and the Almeda Travel family have been so good to my family in assisting us in all of our travel needs/goals from beginning to return. Rey has shown nothing but the utmost professionalism, patience,guidance, and quality service that is so difficult to find these days. We have trusted Almeda Travel for the last 5-6 years for our vacations and will continue to do so, I also strongly recommend if you’re looking for an agent/team that is knowledgeable and consumer responsive go with Almeda Travel!
By  Lady on the Go  from  Beaumont, Texas
Traveled to  Washington D.C. ~ District of Columbia ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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56 of 101 people found this review helpful
Anniversary Trip
I have the opportunity to book travel with Rey at Alameda Travel several times over the past 5-8years. He is very informative and knowledgeable about different places to travel and the hospitality service companies in those areas. I have been very pleased with every interactions and trip we have been on.
By  Chris Cooper  from  Humble, Texas
Traveled to  Montego Bay ~ Jamaica ~ Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Destination Expert:

  • Morocco
  • Africa

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  • Adventure
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  • CTIE
  • Travel Weekly Magellan Award Winner 2013
  • Travel Weekly Magellan Award Winner 2011
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