Ourika Valley & Atlas Mountains Day Trip from Marrakech
Description
Discover one of the most popular day trips from Marrakech to the High Atlas Mountains and the Ourika Valley. We travel from Marrakech and head into the mountains. Along the way, you pass Berber villages nestled in the valleys. We then stop at a local argan oil cooperative to see how the oil is made by hand. Next, we continue to the Setti Fatma waterfalls, a popular natural spot in the area. The walk is short and easy, with time to rest and enjoy the views. After the walk, relax by the river or enjoy lunch with a mountain view before we return to Marrakech in the afternoon. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day trip. Book your Atlas Mountains excursion and spend a full day exploring valleys, waterfalls, and Berber culture. • Discover the High Atlas Mountains in one day • Small group tour with everything arranged • Pass Berber villages along the way • Easy walk to Setti Fatma waterfalls • Return to Marrakech in the afternoon
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Itinerary
Your day trip to the Atlas Mountains starts with a pickup from your hotel in Marrakech. The drive takes about 1 hour. You travel into the High Atlas Mountains, passing green valleys and Berber villages. The landscape changes as you go higher. Stop for photos and enjoy the clear mountain air.
Next, we stop at a local argan oil cooperative run by Berber women. Here, you see how argan oil is made by hand using simple tools. Learn about the process and daily life in the village. Enjoy an authentic Berber breakfast with fresh bread, argan oil, and mint tea.
After breakfast, continue to Setti Fatma, a small village in the Atlas Mountains. Meet your local guide and start a short walk to the 7 Cascades waterfalls. Follow the path by the river and reach the falls. Enjoy the view and take photos.
After the hike, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant by the river. Choose from traditional Moroccan dishes such as tagine, couscous, and fresh salads. Relax by the water and take in the calm setting. After your meal, start the drive back to Marrakech, ending your day trip in the afternoon.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup is included from your hotel, riad, or accommodation in Marrakech. Please enter your full pickup address when booking. If your accommodation is inside the Medina and the vehicle cannot reach it, we will send you the closest meeting point. The driver will contact you before pickup if needed.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(10)
Hi ham Harrap our driver was amazing so much fun and played great music during our trip Made us feel safe with his driving, welcome in the villages and brought the group together with his good English Cheers from Australia TNP
Fantastic experience, and the guide was very friendly.
For 250 it was worth it and i good day trip from marakesh.
I ve booked a one day trip to ourika valley with msltravel agency, they picked me up at my adress right on time, they were very nice people, responded to all my questions with open heart, service was nice, the trip was excellent, i got the privilege to discover the area, the nature, the people, i ve got some of the best memories to take back home I recommend the agency, and for sure will book more activities with them
Great experience from start to finish! the pickup was on time and our guide made sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the trip, we stopped at a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the mountains before heading to the Ourika valley. The hike to the waterfalls was amazing, with stunning scenery along the way, The food was delicious, and the whole day was well organized and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Marrakech!
The excursion is very sporty, but very interesting in terms of the panoramic views. The guide was very professional and helpful, meeting our expectations.
We had a wonderful day with my friend and abdou, who is very pleasant and helpful. Wow, what an adventure with msltravel ! From valley to mountain, passing over snow-capped peaks, we arrived in a village perched high in the mountains. We enjoyed a delicious tagine at a local's home. A real treat, and the …
A fantastic day trip to Ourika Valley and Atlas Mountains. Omar was a great driver and Ahmed an excellent hiking guide. Highly recommended.
Was a great trip overall, staff and driver where very friendly. We visited a lot of different things in a day and then finished it off with a nice lunch.
Thank you so much for your kind review We are happy to hear that you had a great trip with us. It is good to know that our staff and driver were friendly, and that you enjoyed the visits and lunch. We hope to welcome you again on another trip from Marrakech
We had a very good day trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley. The driver arrived on time, the minibus was comfortable, and the views of the Atlas Mountains were beautiful. The trip was well organized from start to finish. We had enough time to enjoy the valley, take photos, and relax outside Marrakech. We recommend this Ourika Valley trip to anyone looking for an easy and enjoyable day trip from Marrakech.
Thank you for your kind review. We are glad you enjoyed your day trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley. It was a pleasure to have you with us. We are happy to hear that the driver, minibus, and Atlas Mountains views made your trip enjoyable. We hope to welcome you again on another trip from Marrakech.
