Day Excursion to Ourika Valley
Waterfalls & Mountains
Waterfalls & Mountains
Escape Marrakech for the day to discover waterfalls and Berber villages
The Ourika Valley is the closest Atlas Mountains escape from Marrakech - perfect for a refreshing day trip. Just an hour's drive brings you to a completely different world of green valleys, cascading waterfalls, and traditional Berber villages. The valley becomes increasingly scenic as you climb higher, with terraced fields and walnut trees lining the river.
The highlight is Setti Fatma village with its famous seven waterfalls. Enjoy a scenic hike to reach multiple waterfalls cascading down the mountainside. Have lunch at riverside restaurants with mountain views, visit local markets on Mondays, and experience authentic Berber hospitality. Return to Marrakech by evening, refreshed by mountain air and natural beauty.
09:00 - Depart Marrakech heading south into Atlas foothills
10:00 - Arrive Ourika Valley. Stop at traditional Berber village. Visit local women's argan oil cooperative
11:00 - Continue up valley to Setti Fatma. Spectacular mountain scenery
11:30 - Begin hiking to waterfalls. Local guide helps navigate rocks. Reach first 2-3 waterfalls (moderate difficulty)
13:00 - Lunch at riverside restaurant with terraces overlooking waterfalls. Traditional tagine or grilled meats
15:00 - Free time to explore village, relax by river, or continue hiking to higher waterfalls
16:30 - Begin return journey to Marrakech through valley
18:00 - Arrive back to Marrakech
