Ourika Atlas Mountains Day trip from Marrakech
The waterfalls will surely be the highlight of your stay if you enjoy nature. Many people take advantage of the chance to swim in the river, but you should be aware that the water is freezing. The first waterfall is easily accessible, but the next ones need more effort to reach. You will have to climb and climb to reach some of the waterfalls, so wear adequate footwear.
This is, in principle, a trip to the core of traditional Berber life in mountain settlements. Once there, you'll learn that what you thought was a normal daily experience is actually a tourist-oriented theatrical production. The father usually walks you around his house and makes you a mint tea.
Ourika (Monday) and Aghbalou (Wednesday) are the most prominent traditional weekly marketplaces in the region (Thursday). If you come down from the highlands, Tahanaout (Tuesday) and Asni (Saturday) are two additional great marketplaces to visit.
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Ourika Atlas Mountains Day trip from Marrakech
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MarrakechPass-by Only
The quickest, closest, and hence one of the most popular day trips from Marrakech is a one-day trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley. From its humble beginnings in the Berber country, the river has trickled down the slopes of the Atlas Mountains, between the peak of Tlemcen and the plateau of Timeskar. The green landscapes of the valley, the lazy meandering torrent combined with the small Berber villages in red adobe clinging to the slopes will enchant you.
OurikaPass-by Only
At 9 am. You will take the Atlas road and cross superb landscapes between the immensity of green meadows and authentic Berber villages from the 16th and 17th centuries.
Ourika Valley
You can visit the village's local market every Monday and Friday: butchers and hairdressers, vegetables, cereals, olive oil sellers, blacksmiths, and wizards meet in tents and under shelters. Of reeds, with several small restaurants scattered in the open air.
Inclusions
- Professional driver. A comfortable vehicle with air-conditioner
- Pick up and drop off from your accommodation in Marrakech
- Lunch. Personal expenses. Tips. Local guide.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
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09:15 Am. Hotels / airB&B / Riads
