1 day in Ourika Valley and the Atlas Mountains
On a full-day group tour from Marrakech, see the calm and majestic splendor of the Ourika Valley. Visit Berber communities, attend a weekly market, trek to the falls, and stroll along the Setti Fatma River.
Tour overview
1 day in Ourika Valley, during a full-day journey, see the finest of Ourika Valley, including the Setti Fadma waterfalls. Ourika Valley lies in the High Atlas Mountains, just 35 kilometers from Marrakesh. Take in the beauties of the Ourika River. See actual Berber communities and learn how local women produce Argan oil. Then, have lunch at a classic restaurant with a view of the river.
Tour itinerary
At 08h30, meet your driver next to Restaurant Dar Diaffa, 16 Derb Jdid. Begin your journey via the Atlas Mountains to Ourika Valley with picture stops. The Argan oil cooperative will be your first destination, where you will be shown different natural goods (oils, soaps…) while enjoying Moroccan tea.
Following that, travel to the palm tree valley, which follows the Ourika Valley, where you will enjoy the beautiful scenery and spend an hour walking to explore the region. In the afternoon, have your lunch (at your leisure) while relaxing along the quiet river. Locals in the valley may occasionally ask visitors to come and learn about the Berber way of life. Following that, go to Setti Fatma, which is noted for its seven waterfalls, and enjoy the soothing waterfalls. Return to your hotel in Marrakesh in the evening.
Includes:
- Transport with air conditioning.
- Professional and qualified driver.
- Location of pick-up: Restaurant Dar Diafa, 16 Derb Jdid, Marrakech 40030.
- Free time to see the sights.
- Insurance.
- Gasoline for the duration of the voyage.
- Stops are allowed to take photographs and observe the scenery.
Excludes:
- Lunch.
- Personal expenses.
- Guide.
Testimonials
A fantastic 1 day in Ourika Valley, an excursion to get away from the chaos of Marrakech, we visited a cooperative of women producing argan oil and then requested for a guide to view the waterfalls, Mohammed who was quite helpful, constantly assisting in many ways. At places, the walkway is made up of rails. A fantastic experience.
Nataly
Zambrano
, our driver, was fantastic from the minute he took us up from the hotel. He was very professional and spoke wonderful English. He explained the plan and asked whether we wanted to stop at any moment to snap photos. The Atlas Mountains guide (Akhmed) was very helpful and slowly escorted us through the mountains, supporting us when he could. The only thing I didn’t like was that when we tipped him, he pushed on extra, claiming that you were two persons and that I deserved double. I clarified that was all I was offering and that if he wasn’t satisfied, I would gladly take it! 1 day in Ourika Valley was amazing
Fredi
Santos
Tour highlights
- In the Atlas Mountains, discover the finest of Ourika Valley.
- Have a look at the real clay towns.
- Take in the breathtaking Setti Fatma Waterfalls.
- See a rural Argan oil cooperative owned by women.
- Have a picnic lunch beside the river.
Important details
Point of convergence:
- Meet the driver in front of Dar Diaffa Restaurant, 1 rue Jbel lakhdar, Marrakech, Morocco.
What should I bring?
- Comfortable shoes.
- Comfortable clothes.
- Shoes with a closed toe.
Before you go, be aware of the following:
- This excursion is accessible on a daily basis.
- Children under the age of three are allowed free of charge.