Day trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley
Ourika, Setti Fadma
Day trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley
A great way to see the countryside outside of the chaos of the city is to take a day trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley, the closest day tour visit from Marrakech. This valley is rich in waterfalls and natural surroundings making it a very popular spot for visitors, both foreign and Moroccans alike.
One of the best preserved valleys in Morocco, the Ourika Valley is about 66 km outside the city of Marrakech. The valley extends for quite some distance from the last village on the road. It continues on to Tachedirt and Oukaimeden, which is the best ski hill in Morocco. Yes, SKI HILL!
Choosing a day trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley is heavenly surrounded by the riverbed, mountains, lush landscape, birds singing and abundant nature. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for hiking. You are treading on natural landscape so the path may become rocky and uneven, with a few obstacles to tackle. Adventurous but not challenging you should have good mobility and be able to walk long distance on flat but somewhat rugged terrain.
Ourika Valley is probably the most visited area in the High Atlas Mountains and a short 1h 45min drive from Marrakech.
We will pick you up from your accommodations and drive along the Ourika valley and banks of the Ourika river in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Once we have arrived you may choose to use the services of a local guide and hike to the waterfalls.
The beautiful village of Aghbalou has a multitude of small restaurants owned by Berber families along the river’s edge. A picnic lunch at Aghbalou Cascades or at the edge of the Ourika river is popular with locals and tourists alike.
The day trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley is a peaceful escape from the busy city streets of Marrakech, so take an advantage while you are in the city to enjoy sometime to relax outside the city.
In November, you can see the saffron farms in the area for the annual saffron harvest.
More details about Essaouira
- Private tour service.
- Comfortable air conditioned transportation in 4×4 or minivan.
- English speaking driver guide.
- From/to your accommodation in Marrakech.
- Lunch.
- Drinks.
- All what is not within the list of “Included”.