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Marrakech: Ourika valley & the Atlas mountains + Lunch

Name: Marrakech: Ourika valley & the Atlas mountains + Lunch
Brand: Wonderplan
Rating: 5.0 (57 reviews)

★★★★★ 5.0 (57 reviews)

6 hours – 8 hours

AR, EN, FR

About This Experience

Our excursion to the Ourika Valley stands out for an authentic discovery of nature and Berber life, just an hour from Marrakech. We take you through green landscapes, traditional villages and to the waterfalls of Setti Fatma, with time to walk, breathe the clean Atlas air and enjoy the river. The experience is friendly and flexible, with a local Driver Guide who shares the culture and traditions of the area. Far from the quick visits, we favor calm, proximity to nature and a relaxed pace for a real break outside the city.

Tour Itinerary

1 hour

Your adventure starts early in the morning Check-out from Marrakech. A comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle will pick you up directly from your Inn or Riad. The drive to the Ourika Valley takes about 1h30, offering you the opportunity to see the city’s landscapes pass through to natural views.

20 min

Continuing your route, you will have a break at an exceptional viewpoint. This viewpoint offers a magnificent panorama over the valleys, the Atlas mountains, and the picturesque landscapes as far as the eye can see. It is the perfect time to take photos and appreciate the natural beauty of Morocco.

30 min

Stop by a local women’s argan oil cooperative for a truly authentic Berber Breakfast experience. Enjoy a spread of freshly baked bread with argan oil, sweet honey, creamy peanut butter and traditional mint tea. Meet the women by showing them the centuries-old process of extracting argan oil, a precious commodity unique in Morocco.

1 hour

After Breakfast, continue to Setti Fatma, a pretty village in the heart of the Ourika Valley. Upon arrival, enjoy a pleasant hike accompanied by a local Guide to discover the famous waterfalls and admire the beautiful landscapes of the Atlas Mountains.

1 hour

Lunch by the river - Optional Enjoy a break in a local restaurant by the river to taste Moroccan specialties (Lunch is optional and not included in the base Award)

1 hour

In the early afternoon you will begin your return journey to Marrakech. You will arrive in town at the end of the day, with unforgettable memories and beautiful photos of the Ourika waterfalls

What's Included

Included

Enjoy traditional mint tea in a local Berber home.
Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available
Roundtrip transfer from your Riad or Inn in Marrakech.
Local Guide
Hiking to discover the waterfalls with a Professional Guide
Lunch (optional) by the river: Starter - Main Course - Dessert, choice from the menu
Travel with a professional driver
Free Visit Berber House & Women's Cooperative Argan Oil
Bottle of water

Not Included

Personal expenses
Tips

Meeting Point & Logistics

Start Point

Wait in front of bab ksiba a driver will pick you up asking for your reservation.

Start Point

Wait in front of bab agnaou, a driver will pick you up asking for your reservation.

Start Point

Wait in the Bab Taghzout car park, next to Dar Hiba, a driver will come pick you up and ask for your reservation ticket in order to verify your identity.

Start Point

Wait in front of the minaret of the Derb Baba Ali mosque which is located on Bab El Khemis Avenue, a driver will come pick you up and ask for your reservation.

Start Point

Located on Jamaa El Fna square, the street on the right towards the Souks (Rue Derb Dabachi) wait in front of the cafe door, the driver will come to you and ask for your reservation ticket in order to verify your identity.

Start Point

Wait in front of the main gate of the high school at the intersection of Douar Graoua Street and Ba Ahmad Avenue, the driver will come pick you up and ask for your reservation ticket in order to verify your identity.

Start Point

Wait in front of the door of the Dar Moha restaurant located on rue Dar el Glaoui, the driver will come and pick you up, show him your reservation ticket to check your name.