Marrakesh: Atlas Mountains, Ourika Valley, Waterfall / Guide & Lunch

About this tour

Join us on a half-day guided tour from Marrakech to the peaceful and green Ourika Valley, located just a short drive away in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco. This trip is perfect for travelers looking to enjoy nature, culture, and local experiences outside the city.

Full Ourika Valley Description:

Start your half-day excursion from Marrakech to the beautiful Ourika Valley, located in the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains – just a short scenic drive from the city. Enjoy a hotel pick-up (if accessible), or we’ll arrange a convenient meeting point in Marrakech, which will be shared with you the evening before. As you leave Marrakech city, you’ll travel through the Atlas Mountains where you’ll see beautiful valleys, rivers, and Berber villages. Your Guide will explain the traditions and history of the Amazigh (Berber) people, who have lived in this region for generations.
On market days (Monday & Thursday), you’ll visit a local Berber souk, where villagers come to shop for daily needs, a rare and authentic experience not found in tourist zones. On the way, you can choose to stop at a cooperative where women make organic argan oil.
Here, you’ll learn how they produce cosmetic oils, soaps, and taste Amlou, a traditional Moroccan spread made with almonds, honey, and argan oil.
At the end of the valley, you’ll reach the charming village of Setti Fatma. A local hiking guide will take you on a 1-hour walk to the waterfalls. For those who prefer to relax, you can enjoy a drink or lunch at a riverside café while taking in the view.
After your hike, you’ll have time for a traditional lunch by the river (Lunch is included if selected). You’ll then return to Marrakech city, with arrival expected around 6:00 PM.