Escape the hustle of Marrakech and experience the tranquility of the Ourika Valley, one of the most beautiful valleys in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco. On this private day trip from Marrakech, explore traditional Berber villages, hike to the famous Setti Fatma Waterfalls, and visit a local women’s argan oil cooperative.
Know Before You Go
- The Ourika Valley is located about 45–60 minutes from Marrakech
- The hike to the Setti Fatma waterfalls is moderate (bring suitable footwear)
- This trip is suitable for families, couples, and small private groups
- Available year-round, but best enjoyed in spring and summer
Description
Your Ourika Valley day trip from Marrakech begins with a comfortable pickup from your accommodation. Leave the vibrant city behind and travel through picturesque landscapes of Berber villages, olive groves, and the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.
Along the way, stop to visit a traditional Berber home, where you can enjoy mint tea and learn about daily life in the mountains. Continue to a women’s argan oil cooperative, where local artisans handcraft Morocco’s famous argan oil using age-old techniques.
Arrive at Setti Fatma, a charming mountain village and the highlight of the Ourika Valley waterfalls. Here, a local guide will lead you on a moderate hike to discover the seven cascades that make this valley famous.
Feel the refreshing mist of the waterfalls, take photos of the natural pools, and enjoy the stunning views over the lush valley.
After your hike, relax and enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch in a riverside café — the perfect spot to unwind and soak in the valley’s peaceful atmosphere.
On the return drive to Marrakech, take in the last panoramic views of the Ourika Valley Morocco, with its terraced fields, rushing river, and snow-capped Atlas peaks in the distance. This full-day private excursion offers the ideal mix of nature, culture, and local discovery.
Highlights
- Discover the stunning Ourika Valley, just 45 minutes from Marrakech
- Hike to the seven waterfalls of Setti Fatma, a breathtaking natural wonder
- Learn about Berber culture and lifestyle in traditional mountain villages
- Visit a women’s argan oil cooperative and learn how argan oil is made
- Enjoy a scenic drive through olive groves, red cliffs, and Atlas peaks
- Relax by the Ourika River and have lunch in a riverside restaurant
- Travel in comfort with private transport and hotel pickup/drop-off