Explore Marrakech’s Ourika Valley: Discover Berber culture, hike to waterfalls, and savor riverside dining. A scenic adventure from Marrakesh awaits.
Explore Marrakech’s Ourika Valley: Discover Berber culture, hike to waterfalls, and savor riverside dining. A scenic adventure from Marrakesh awaits.
- Marrakech - The day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel or Riad in Marrakech by a friendly and professional tour guide/driver. They will provide a detailed briefing about your day’s itinerary. If your accommodation is not accessible by car, a meeting point will be arranged. Prepare for an incredible journey ahead.
- Tafza - Departing…
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Marrakech - The day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel or Riad in Marrakech by a friendly and professional tour guide/driver. They will provide a detailed briefing about your day’s itinerary. If your accommodation is not accessible by car, a meeting point will be arranged. Prepare for an incredible journey ahead.
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Tafza - Departing from the bustling city of Marrakech, you will have the unique opportunity to visit the serene and lesser-known Ourika Valley, located at the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains. From your residence, the driver will take you on a picturesque thirty-kilometer drive to see clay houses built by the Berber people. Your first stop will be to explore the Berber, or Amazigh, villages and immerse yourself in their unique culture and lifestyle. These traditional communities offer a glimpse into the centuries-old ways of life of the indigenous Moroccan people. As you explore the villages, you’ll have the chance to admire their distinctive architecture and observe local artisans at work.
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Ourika Valley - Near the gently flowing Oued Ourika, which is abundant with water year-round, the valley supports the growth of various vegetables, fruits, and lawns, providing a relaxing environment for visitors. A visit to the Women’s Argan Cooperative offers a unique opportunity to witness sustainable practices and the empowerment of local women in Morocco. Here, you’ll learn how Argan nuts are harvested and processed, gaining insight into the traditional methods passed down through generations. The cooperative plays a vital role in supporting the community, providing women with skills and economic independence. By participating in this visit, you not only support their craft but also encourage the preservation of their culture and environment. It’s a meaningful experience that highlights the intersection of sustainability, tradition, and women’s empowerment.
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Setti Fatma et les 7 Cascades - This is a quintessential Berber village with very welcoming people, located in the heart of the Atlas Mountains where you will meet your local guide. Additionally, there is a short trail leading to seven stunning waterfalls, popular for gentle treks and highly regarded by locals and artists. The trek, accompanied by a village guide, will last about two hours.
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Atlas Mountains View - Enjoy lunch at a typical restaurant by the river, relax after the hike, and savor Moroccan mint tea amidst the natural beauty and lifestyle of the Atlas Mountains.
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Marrakech - The Ourika day trip concludes with a return to Marrakech around 5 pm, after having the privilege to experience some of the valley’s wonders.

- Professional local guide for walk & hike to discover waterfalls
- Pick up and drop off
- Visit to Argan Oil Cooperative
- Modern vehicle with A/C
- Service quality
- Professional local guide for walk & hike to discover waterfalls
- Pick up and drop off
- Visit to Argan Oil Cooperative
- Modern vehicle with A/C
- Service quality
- lunch & drinks
- Personal expenses
- lunch & drinks
- Personal expenses
- a very nice drive Showing Valleys starting from Marrakesh.
- There are still houses of the Berber people and clay slopes literally towering over the valley.
- Vegetable crops and farm lands, fruits orchards in the hilly area of Oued Ourika.
- Enjoyable trip to Setti Fatma which is a real Berber village P-RECOGNIZED for it hospitality.
- An easy…
- a very nice drive Showing Valleys starting from Marrakesh.
- There are still houses of the Berber people and clay slopes literally towering over the valley.
- Vegetable crops and farm lands, fruits orchards in the hilly area of Oued Ourika.
- Enjoyable trip to Setti Fatma which is a real Berber village P-RECOGNIZED for it hospitality.
- An easy walk/hike to witness seven mediocre waterfalls that are not to be confused with the cataracts type waterfalls.
- Special lunch with a table by the river side.
- Transfer back to Marrakech and drop off at your hotel/accommodation.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.