Day Trips

From Marrakech: Full-Day Ourika Valley, Atlas Mountains and Waterfall Tour

Name: From Marrakech: Full-Day Ourika Valley, Atlas Mountains and Waterfall Tour
Start: 2026-04-21T09:30:00
End: 2026-04-21T16:30:00
Location: Marrakesh

Hikers trekking rocky path in Ourika Valley towards traditional Berber village, Morocco.

Berber house interior with blue door, woven rug, and wooden furniture in Ourika Valley, Morocco.

Setti Fatma waterfalls flowing through Ourika Valley, Morocco with lush greenery and distant mountains.

Visitors exploring a waterfall in Ourika Valley, Morocco.

Duration

7 hr - 10 hr

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.4/5(297)

Ania T

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

The tour was perfect! The meeting point was right near our riad, just a 5-minute walk away. Our driver, Ayoub, was wonderful—he gave us a warm welcome, drove superbly, shared lots of information, and was very kind, cheerful, and professional. The various stops were also great: the different viewpoints to admire the scenery and take photos, and the various shops. Our mountain guide, Ibraim, was top-notch: professional, caring, and helped people get up or down if they were having trouble. The meal by the Ourica River was unique. I would gladly recommend this activity. Thank you all.

Sara S

Group

Verified booking

Last week

The day went really nice and smooth. We only booked our trip the day before, but had confirmation on the evening and communication from our driver to confirm the pick-up time. We got upgraded to a private trip as there were 6 of us, which was so much nicer with children. The walk up to the waterfall was great fun and the guide we had was brilliant with our very chatty son. I thought the price was also really good in comparison to the hotel excursions. Highly recommend.

Paillat G

Group

Verified booking

2 days ago

A wonderful day in the Ourika Valley. The driver was attentive and very friendly. The valley guide was very helpful with my father-in-law, who has Parkinson's, and took good care of all of us. The meal was hearty and delicious. I highly recommend this experience.

Esther V

Group

Verified booking

3 days ago

We had a wonderful day on this trip. Mohsin is a very good driver and told us a lot of good stories and answered all the questions we had. Mohsin speaks perfect English and Français. I would recommend him as driver to all my friends in Marrakech. Aziz as guide was amazing as well. My mother had some physical difficulties to climb to the waterfalls, but Aziz helped her all the way up with his motivational strength. The only downside, it's very very busy. If you expect to have a nature hike, you will be dissatisfied

Andrew W

Solo

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Fantastic excursion. Pre-meeting arrangements easy to make by WhatsApp. Picked up at arranged time and location by very helpful Mouhssine who was very welcoming and helpful. He checked in throughout the day to make sure everything was going ok. Unique trip with good stopping points, places of interest and photo opportunities. A reasonably challenging mountain walk to see the waterfalls. Stout shoes, good balance and strong knees recommended! Lovely lunch by the stunning river. An excellent day excursion. Highly recommended. Thanks to all.

Lamblot R

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

A wonderful excursion to the Berber region at the foot of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains. A delightful encounter with a Berber family for a tea ceremony, tasting bread, honey, olive oil, and butter; discovering pottery making; meeting with the women's cooperative that produces argan oil; visiting the waterfalls, which are abundant at this time of year; followed by a delicious meal by the river. Special mention to our guide Morad for his knowledge and kindness. A must-do!

Travel 60km from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains, passing terraced valleys, olive groves, and red-earth Berber villages with photo stops at panoramic viewpoints.

Stop at Tnine Ourika, a traditional Berber village with a weekly Monday souk where locals trade spices, produce, and textiles.

Step inside a traditional Berber home built into the mountainside to see adobe walls, handwoven carpets, and meet a local family.

Watch Berber women crack argan nuts by hand and press Morocco's "liquid gold" at a women's cooperative that supports local livelihoods.

Hike 1 hour from Setti Fatma village to the first of seven waterfalls, crossing wooden bridges over the Ourika River as you climb 200 meters through the valley.

Full-day tour of Ourika Valley & Atlas Mountains with scenic drive and photo stops

Stop at Tnine Ourika, a traditional Berber village with weekly Monday souk

Round-trip hotel/riad transfers in an A/C vehicle (shared and private options)

English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, or Arabic-speaking local guide

1-hour guided hike to Setti Fatma Waterfall

Visit to a women's argan oil cooperative

Local riverside lunch (if option selected)

TOTAL DURATION8 hours - 10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minivan
Timeline
Map
Start point
Marrakech
Get direction
Passes By
Scenic Drive Through Atlas Mountains
1. Women's Argan Oil Cooperative
2. Tnin Ourika
20 min
3. Berber Village & Traditional Home
40 min
4. Arrive at Ourika Valley & Setti Fatma
1 activity
Things to do
Setti Fatma Village Walk
Included in price
5. Ourika Waterfalls Hike
2 hr
6. Riverside Lunch (if option selected)
End point
Marrakech
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Alexander M
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
I have mixed feelings about the tour. Our 'guide' acted mainly as driver, not as a guide. He was friendly and everything, but mostly only reacted when asked a question. I would have expected to learn a little bit about the Ourika Valley, the people who live there, the valley's culture and development. He mainly dropped us off at the points of interest (e. g. the Berber village) and them let other guides took over. Those (the one living in the Berber house, the other who took us up to the first waterfall) were OK, to be fair. The food at the banks of the Ourika valley was a disaster, the chicken was dry and also the vegetable Tajine was bland, at best. No wonder the guide did not eat with us at all. It was also way overpriced - one would have had to pay 130 dirhams for the "three-course menu". So save the money and buy lunch at a different place. Overall, I would not book this tour again unless something was done in terms of quality control.
Ania T
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
The tour was perfect! The meeting point was right near our riad, just a 5-minute walk away. Our driver, Ayoub, was wonderful—he gave us a warm welcome, drove superbly, shared lots of information, and was very kind, cheerful, and professional. The various stops were also great: the different viewpoints to admire the scenery and take photos, and the various shops. Our mountain guide, Ibraim, was top-notch: professional, caring, and helped people get up or down if they were having trouble. The meal by the Ourica River was unique. I would gladly recommend this activity. Thank you all.
Esther V
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
We had a wonderful day on this trip. Mohsin is a very good driver and told us a lot of good stories and answered all the questions we had. Mohsin speaks perfect English and Français. I would recommend him as driver to all my friends in Marrakech. Aziz as guide was amazing as well. My mother had some physical difficulties to climb to the waterfalls, but Aziz helped her all the way up with his motivational strength. The only downside, it's very very busy. If you expect to have a nature hike, you will be dissatisfied
Sara S
Group
Verified booking
Last week
The day went really nice and smooth. We only booked our trip the day before, but had confirmation on the evening and communication from our driver to confirm the pick-up time. We got upgraded to a private trip as there were 6 of us, which was so much nicer with children. The walk up to the waterfall was great fun and the guide we had was brilliant with our very chatty son. I thought the price was also really good in comparison to the hotel excursions. Highly recommend.
Paillat G
Group
Verified booking
2 days ago
A wonderful day in the Ourika Valley. The driver was attentive and very friendly. The valley guide was very helpful with my father-in-law, who has Parkinson's, and took good care of all of us. The meal was hearty and delicious. I highly recommend this experience.

Escape Marrakech for a full day in the Atlas Mountains, where you'll see Berber villages, learn about argan oil production, and hike to cascading waterfalls fed by mountain snowmelt.

Getting started

Your driver picks you up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech between 8:30-9:00am in an air-conditioned minivan. If your accommodation is in the old medina and not accessible by car, you'll meet at a nearby pickup point (confirmed by email the day before). Have your booking confirmation ready. Pickup details will be sent via email the day before your trip (usually by 5pm), or shortly after booking for last-minute reservations.

What to expect

A full day exploring the High Atlas foothills. You'll drive through mountain scenery, stop at Tnine Ourika village, visit a Berber home, see argan oil being handmade, and hike with a local mountain guide to Setti Fatma waterfalls. The tour includes regular photo stops at panoramic viewpoints overlooking the valley and mountains.

Features

Scenic Atlas Mountains drive: Leave Marrakech and wind through the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains. Pass red hills, terraced fields, olive groves, and traditional Berber villages set against mountain peaks. The road follows the Ourika River as you climb toward the valley.

Tnine Ourika village stop: Stop at Tnine Ourika, a traditional Berber village with a weekly Monday souk. See locals trading spices, produce, textiles, and crafts at the bustling market if your tour falls on a Monday. On other days, you'll pass through the village and continue into the mountains.

Women's argan oil cooperative: Watch Berber women crack argan nuts between stones and press the kernels to extract oil. Learn why this "liquid gold" only grows in Morocco and how the cooperative supports local women's livelihoods.

Berber home visit: Step inside a traditional adobe house built into the mountainside to see thick walls, handwoven carpets, and low seating areas. Meet a local family and learn how daily life revolves around farming, animal herding, and seasonal rhythms.

Ourika Valley arrival: Reach the heart of Ourika Valley, where lush greenery contrasts with the rocky Atlas peaks. The valley is fed by snowmelt from the High Atlas, creating a green oasis just 60km from Marrakech.

Waterfall hike: Walk from Setti Fatma village (elevation 1,500m) up to the first of seven waterfalls at 1,700m. The rocky trail climbs 200 meters in elevation alongside the river, crossing wooden bridges. Your local guide leads the 1-hour hike and points out the remaining 6 waterfalls visible from viewpoints along the path.

Riverside setting: Relax by the Ourika River, where cafés and restaurants line the banks. If you've upgraded to lunch, enjoy a 3-course meal with mountain views before returning to Marrakech.

You'll return to Marrakech with drop-off at your hotel or a different location in the city if requested.

What to bring

Comfortable hiking shoes with good grip for rocky terrain

Sunglasses, sun hat, and sunscreen

Water bottle (refill stops available)

Camera for waterfall and mountain photos

Light jacket (mountain temperatures can be cooler)

What's not allowed

Baby strollers, hand carts, and baby carriages

Large luggage or oversized bags

Accessibility

Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues

Waterfall hike involves 200 meters of elevation gain on uneven, rocky terrain

Bridges along the trail have no railings

Additional information

Pickup details will be sent via email the day before your trip (usually by 5pm), or shortly after booking for last-minute reservations

If your accommodation is not accessible by car, a nearby meeting point will be arranged

Please be ready 5-10 minutes before your confirmed pickup time

Drop-off can be at the same pickup point or a different location in Marrakech upon request

Regular stops for lunch, water, and restrooms are scheduled

Arrival time back in Marrakech may vary slightly due to traffic or weather conditions

Monday tours include the Tnine Ourika weekly souk; other days pass through the village

Reaching waterfalls 2-7 requires additional climbing and is not included in this tour

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