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Day trip from marrakech to ourika valley Day trip ourika valley

By Issil Transport
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,794 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Day Trip From Marrakech to Ourika Valley – Day Trip Ourika Valley
This immersive Day Trip From Marrakech to Ourika Valley takes you deep into the stunning landscapes and cultural richness of the Ourika Valley, just an hour outside the city. Designed for travelers who want a mix of nature, local connection, and flexibility, this day trip offers more than just scenery—it’s a window into authentic Berber life.

Choose your waterfall trek based on fitness level, from an easy stroll to the first cascade to more advanced climbs.

Enjoy lunch by the river, with options ranging from budget tagines to gourmet three-course meals. Return via scenic mountain roads, with time for photo stops, market visits, or even a relaxing tea break. Whether you’re a photographer, hiker, or curious traveler, this Day Trip Ourika Valley promises a refreshing escape from city life with the personal touch of local insight.

Activity location
  • Marrakech
    • Marrakech, Morocco
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Café France
    • 40000, Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Ourika Day Trip: Atlas Mountains & Berber Homestay from Marrakech
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:30
Price details
P 1,794.17 x 1 AdultP 1,794.17
Total
Price is P 1,794.17
Until Sun, Dec 14
Private Opt with lunch & more.
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Lunch And Private transport: Ditch the crowds! Enjoy a private 4x4, personal guide, authentic Berber lunch, and camel ride. Customize your itinerary
Pickup included

Starting time: 8:30
Price details
P 3,467.66 x 1 AdultP 3,467.66
Total
Price is P 3,467.66
Until Sun, Dec 14

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    English/French-speaking driver (with questionable music taste)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Berber village home visit (real people, not actors)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Argan oil cooperative visit (watch, learn, buy - no pressure)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round-trip transport from Marrakech (AC vehicle)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch (€12-25 cash - best tagine you'll regret not photographing)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Guide tips (€2/Person)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Camel/mule rides (€10-15 - pay to look ridiculous)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal shopping (that "antique" rug was made last Tuesday)

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Marrakech
  • 30m
✔ 09:00 AM – Pickup from Marrakech Your Day Trip From Marrakech to Ourika Valley begins with an early 07:00 AM pickup from your hotel, riad, or a designated location in Marrakech. Vehicle: Ride in an air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan with 6, 12, or 18-seat capacity, depending on your group size. Pickup Points: Available from Jemaa el-Fnaa, hotels within the Medina, or custom addresses. (Note: Some Medina streets are too narrow—your driver may direct you to a nearby plaza for easier access.)
Ourika Valley
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
✔ Scenic Drive Through the Atlas Foothills Enjoy a relaxing and picturesque journey through the Atlas foothills on your Day Trip From Marrakech to Ourika Valley. ️ Route: Follow the N9 Highway, passing through Tahnnaout, the small Berber village of Ouled Mataa, and finally reaching the vibrant mountain village of Setti Fatma—the heart of the Day Trip Ourika Valley experience. Along the way, take in views of red-earth hills, olive groves, and traditional Berber architecture.
Ourika Valley
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
✔ Berber Village Immersion Enhance your Day Trip From Marrakech to Ourika Valley with a local experience in Aghbalou or Tafza—quieter, more authentic alternatives to the busier Setti Fatma area. Location: Aghbalou or Tafza (less touristy, more genuine). Traditional Breakfast: Start your village visit with a simple, delicious Berber breakfast of msemen (flatbread), olive oil, and honey, served on a rooftop terrace with sweeping views. House Visit: Spend 45 minutes with a Berber family, where you’ll join a hands-on bread-making session or participate in a mint tea ceremony. Cultural Fee: A small fee of €5 per person (paid on-site) goes directly to the host household—a respectful and meaningful way to support the community.
Ourika Valley
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
✔ Waterfall Trek (Multi-Level Difficulty Options) No Day Trip From Marrakech to Ourika Valley is complete without exploring the Setti Fatma waterfalls, located at an altitude of 1,500 meters in the High Atlas. Base Point: Setti Fatma village — the starting point for several scenic waterfall routes. Guides: Local Berber trekking guides are required for safety and knowledge of the terrain (€2 per person, paid locally). Easy Route: A gentle 30-minute walk to the first waterfall, ideal for families with children or older travelers. Enjoy shaded paths, small streams, and beautiful rock formations along the way.
Ourika Valley
  • 30m
✔ Riverside Lunch with a View After your waterfall hike, unwind with a scenic lunch beside the river, a signature part of any Day Trip From Marrakech to Ourika Valley. Restaurant Picks: Budget: Simple, family-run tagine cafés right by the water. Expect hearty tagines, bread, and fresh salad for around €10 per person. No frills—just delicious flavors and mountain air. Luxury: For something more refined, try "La Maison de la Ourika", offering a fixed €25 menu featuring chicken pastilla, lamb tagine, and fig dessert—served with elegant views and attentive service.
Ourika
  • 1h
✔ Return to Marrakech Conclude your Day Trip From Marrakech to Ourika Valley with a comfortable drive back to the city in the late afternoon. Drop-off: You’ll be returned to your original pickup point, or optionally to a custom location—like Gueliz, if you'd like dinner recommendations or evening plans in the modern district. ⚠️ Traffic Note: Fridays tend to be busier, especially around prayer times and sunset—expect up to +30 minutes added to return time.

Location

Activity location
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    Marrakech
    • Marrakech, Morocco
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Café France
    • 40000, Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hôtel Tazi
    • 79 Passage Prince Moulay Rachid
    • 40000, Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco

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