Ourika Valley Day Trip

Just 60km from Marrakech, the Ourika Valley feels like a world apart. This scenic full-day trip takes you into the heart of the High Atlas Mountains, following the course of the Ourika River through a valley of terraced fields, walnut orchards, and traditional Berber villages clinging to the hillsides.
The excursion begins with a comfortable drive from Marrakech through a changing landscape — red earth plains giving way to lush green valley walls as you ascend into the mountains. Along the way, you'll stop at a local argan oil cooperative to learn about this liquid gold, unique to Morocco.
The highlight of the trip is a visit to a traditional Berber family in their home, where you'll be welcomed with fresh mint tea and a glimpse into daily mountain life — from the kitchen garden to the handmade wool carpets. This authentic cultural encounter is a unique window into a way of life that has changed little for centuries.
After a delicious traditional lunch at a riverside restaurant — tagine, couscous, and fresh bread — you'll take a short guided hike along the river to the famous Setti Fatma waterfalls, a series of seven cascades tumbling down the rocky cliff face. The walk is gentle at first, then requires a short scramble for those wanting to reach the higher falls.
You'll return to Marrakech in the late afternoon, refreshed and full of memories of a Morocco that most tourists never see.