Hotel pickup
Pickup in Marrakech and drive south towards the High Atlas.
Mountains★ Most booked
Ourika Valley, Atlas Mountains & Setti Fatma Waterfalls
Overview
Leave the busy city behind for a day in the mountains. The road follows the Ourika river through red earth villages, walnut trees and terraced fields, with the High Atlas getting closer at every turn.
On the way you stop at a Berber house and an argan cooperative to learn about daily life in the valley. In Setti Fatma, a local mountain guide takes you up to the waterfalls. The first one is an easy walk; the higher ones need more climbing, so you choose how far you go.
Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before
Pay on the dayEuro or dirham, no prepayment
8 hoursMorning pickup at 9:00
Live guideEnglish, French, Arabic
Hotel pickupFrom your hotel or riad
Small groupup to 16 people
At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Distance
- About 60 to 65 km, around 1 hour 15 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy to moderate. A short climb on rocks and steps to the waterfalls.
- Best season
- All year. Best April to June and September to October.
- Transport
- Air conditioned minibus
- Meals
- Lunch not included, choose from riverside restaurants
- Languages
- English, French and Arabic
- Group size
- Small group, up to 16 people
Highlights
Drive into the green Ourika Valley, one hour from Marrakech
Visit a real Berber house and drink tea with the family
See how women make argan oil at a local cooperative
Walk with a local guide to the waterfalls of Setti Fatma
Itinerary
Berber house
Visit a traditional home built from earth and stone, with mint tea and bread.
Argan cooperative
See how argan oil is made by hand and taste amlou, the local almond and argan spread.
Setti Fatma waterfalls
Guided walk of about 1.5 hours to the waterfalls. Good shoes recommended.
Lunch by the river
Free time for lunch in a riverside restaurant, with tables right next to the water.
Return drive
Drive back down the valley with a photo stop at a panoramic viewpoint.
Back in Marrakech
Drop off at your hotel.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Air conditioned transport
- Driver and English or French speaking guide
- Local mountain guide at Setti Fatma
- Tea at the Berber house
- Visit of the argan cooperative
Excluded
- Lunch (around €10 to €12)
- Drinks
- Tips
Where you will go
The pin shows the area, not an exact meeting point. We confirm your pickup by email. Open in Google Maps
Weather and best time
The valley is cooler than Marrakech, which makes it a good escape in summer. In spring the river and waterfalls are strongest. After heavy rain the rocks are slippery.
What to bring
- Shoes with good grip
- A warm layer and a light rain jacket
- Small notes for tea and cooperatives
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Cash in dirham or euro for tips and drinks
- Phone or camera
Pickup
Pickup from all hotels and riads in Marrakech. We confirm the exact time and place by email.
Know before you go
- The walk to the higher waterfalls is steep and rocky; the first waterfall is easy
- Wear trainers or walking shoes
- Bring a jacket in winter, it is cooler in the mountains
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Questions about this tour
What time is pickup?
Morning pickup at 9:00. We confirm the exact time by email once you book.
How long does the tour last?
About 8 hours, including transfers.
Where do you collect me?
Pickup from all hotels and riads in Marrakech. We confirm the exact time and place by email.
Can I cancel?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
When do I pay?
Reserve now and pay on the day, in euro or dirham. No online payment.
What is included?
Hotel pickup and drop off; Air conditioned transport; Driver and English or French speaking guide; Local mountain guide at Setti Fatma; Tea at the Berber house; Visit of the argan cooperative.
Which languages do the guides speak?
Guides speak English, French and Arabic.
