Camel Ride TripsDay Trip from Marrakech to the Ourika Valley
Just an hour from Marrakech, the Ourika Valley is green, cool and full of life. Visit a Berber home, walk with a local guide to the waterfalls of Setti Fatma, and have tagine by the river before heading back to the city.
Why visit the Ourika Valley?
It is the easiest way to see the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech. The drive is short, the scenery changes quickly from dry plains to green terraces, and the walk to the Setti Fatma waterfalls gives you a taste of mountain life without a long hike.
- About 1 hour's drive each way
- Guided walk to the waterfalls
- Lunch by the river
Private vehicle
Air-conditioned car or minivan, only for your group.
English-speaking driver-guide
A local who knows the roads, the villages and the best stops.
Your pace
Stay longer where you like; the trip is private and flexible.
Door to door
Pickup and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Marrakech.
Ourika Valley Day Trip Program
- Stop 1
Into the valley
Pickup at your hotel or riad. Drive south toward the Atlas Mountains, through villages and green terraced fields.
- Stop 2
A Berber home
Stop in a village to meet a local family, learn about Berber traditions and share mint tea.
- Stop 3
The Setti Fatma waterfalls
Walk with a local guide along mountain trails to the waterfalls above Setti Fatma.
- Stop 4
Lunch and souks
Have tagine or couscous at a riverside restaurant, then browse stalls of local crafts: textiles, pottery and jewelry.
- Stop 5
Back to Marrakech
Drive back to Marrakech in the afternoon.
Drop-off at your hotel or riad in Marrakech
Included & Not Included
Included
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or riad
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Local guide for the waterfall walk
Not included
- Lunch and drinks
- Entrance fees
- Tips and gratuities
- Activities not listed above
Questions About the Ourika Valley Day Trip
How far is the Ourika Valley from Marrakech?
About 1 hour by road.
Is the waterfall walk hard?
It is short but rocky in places; wear good shoes. You can stop at the first waterfall if you prefer.
Is it good for families?
Yes. It is one of our most relaxed day trips.
More day trips from Marrakech: Ait Ben Haddou, Essaouira, Ouzoud Falls, Imlil, Marrakech city tour.
Your Journey, Your Pace, Your Morocco
Tell us your dates and we'll prepare this private tour around you, with clear pricing and no obligation.