Dreamt up by a connoisseur of luxury desert camps, every detail at Inara is immaculately executed, from the desert-chic decor to private, candlelit dining tents, and a fabulous array of adventurous activities. Whether you're trundling along in a dune buggy or swaying camelback across the rocky landscape, starkly beautiful views occupy every direction - and it's more than worth an early wake-up to catch the sunrise, slowly illuminating the distant Atlas Mountains. The camp truly checks every box for an idyllic escape to the Agafay Desert, and our top tip is to simply soak in the atmosphere over a cup of mint tea.




There's plenty of space for reclining at Inara Camp and there's a host of lounges to choose from, either completely alfresco or shaded and decorated with handwoven lampshades, rattan pouffes and rustic accoutrements. Meals are prepared with ingredients from a local farm and dinner is a set menu of Moroccan delicacies, including scrumptious fish tagine, briouats and ktefa for dessert - a filo creation filled with creme anglaise. Afterwards, the in-house astronomer will take you on a star-filled tour of the sky. Don't expect much wi-fi though.
There are 18 tented suites, all draped in sand-coloured canvas and varying in size and style. All boast a King-size bed, cosy, woven rugs and a bathroom equipped with hot water and orange blossom amenities by Les Sens de Marrakech. The decor is down-to-earth and most items are sourced from local artisans, as well as vintage trunks and lots of bare-wood furnishings. The Emotion tents and Inara Suites have an air cooler, and the latter can accommodate up to four people. Each tent opens onto a private deck, from which you'll enjoy a striking view.
There is endless opportunity for exploring in the Agafay, from super adventurous camel rides and quad bike excursions to buggy trips and meandering walks with a local guide. Along the way, stop for picnics and take in the striking scenery. The Lalla Takerkoust Lake isn't far so a day of swimming and watersports is also possible. Then, there are the gentler pursuits like morning yoga and in-tent massages, or spending hours swapping between your lounger and the pool.
It has to be the gorgeous 'desert lagoon', an eco-designed pool that blends into a small beach.
The Explorer Tents can be booked exclusively for larger groups, and although they are simpler in design, you'll have a private dining area and access to the infinity pool.
Many activities at Inara come at an extra cost so be sure to factor that into your budget - and that includes the second infinity pool.
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An austere but utterly sublime slice of nature, mere hours from Marrakesh.