Ourika valley & Atlas mountains day trip from Marrakech
Escape Marrakech on a scenic day trip to the Ourika Valley in the Atlas Mountains. Just one hour away, this refreshing mountain getaway offers stunning landscapes, a guided hike to the Setti Fatma waterfalls, and authentic encounters with Berber culture. Visit traditional villages, explore an Argan oil cooperative, and enjoy free time for lunch by the river. A perfect mix of nature, culture, and adventure—ideal for a day outside the city.
This tour offers two options:
Private hike: Enjoy a personalized guided hike to the waterfalls with your own local Berber guide.
Shared hike: Join a small group for a guided hike to the waterfalls.
Both options include shared transportation from Marrakech. The only difference is the type of hike experience once you arrive in the Ourika Valley.
Options
Private guided walk
Private guided walk
Pickup included
What's included in Ourika valley & Atlas mountains day trip from Marrakech
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ourika Valley
Your day begins with a comfortable pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech—either directly from your hotel or a nearby meeting point. As you drive toward the Atlas Mountains, enjoy scenic views of olive groves, traditional villages, and lush green valleys with snow-capped peaks in the distance. In the heart of the Ourika Valley, visit a women-run Argan oil cooperative to see how this valuable oil is made using age-old techniques. Sip mint tea as you learn about its role in Moroccan beauty and cuisine. You'll also stop by artisan workshops showcasing handmade pottery, carpets, and crafts—perfect for discovering authentic local souvenirs. >>This tour offers two options: Private hike: Enjoy a personalized guided hike to the waterfalls with your own local Berber guide. Shared hike: Join a small group for a guided hike to the waterfalls. Both options include shared transportation from Marrakech. The only difference is the type of hike experience once you arrive in the Ourika Valley
Setti Fatma and the 7 Cascades
In the Ourika Valley, a local Berber guide will take you on a scenic hike to the Setti Fatma waterfalls—a picturesque village known for its natural charm. The trail is moderately easy, offering stunning views of the river, mountains, and traditional Berber villages with earthen homes and terraced fields along the way. After the hike, relax with lunch at a riverside restaurant, where you can enjoy Moroccan dishes with peaceful valley views. (Lunch not included) We’ll then head back to Marrakech, taking with us unforgettable memories of mountain landscapes and Berber hospitality. >>This tour offers two options: Private hike: Enjoy a personalized guided hike to the waterfalls with your own local Berber guide. Shared hike: Join a small group for a guided hike to the waterfalls. Both options include shared transportation from Marrakech. The only difference is the type of hike experience once you arrive in the Ourika Valley.
Inclusions
- Local guide in the Atlas Mountains
- Shared Air-conditioned transportation
- Visit to a local Argan co-operative
- Personal expanses
- Staffs tipping (optional)
- Lunch at a riverside restaurant
- Travel insurance:For your peace of mind, please ensure your travel insurance is valid and up to date
- 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
- Confortable sneakers and warm clothes for winter are required
- Obligation to contact us the day before in order to discuss the right departure time
- This activity requires a good weather conditions, if it's canceled due to the poor weather we will fully refund
- This tour offers two options: Private hike: Enjoy a personalized guided hike to the waterfalls with your own local Berber guide. Shared hike: Join a small group for a guided hike to the waterfalls. Both options include shared transportation from Marrakech. The only difference is the type of hike experience once you arrive in the Ourika Valley
- "Adventure brings excitement — and sometimes a bit of risk — so for your peace of mind, please ensure your travel insurance is valid and up to date."
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We are picking you up from your accommodation in Marrakech. Sometimes it's needed meet us in a meeting point such as the most close popular restaurant,attraction or car parking to your accommodation and of course we will contact you to agree about the meeting point and the timing.
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Ticket Redemption
We are available on WhatsApp. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
