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Ourika Valley & High Atlas Waterfalls Private Day Trip from Marrakech

Escape to lush green mountain valleys, adobe Berber hamlets & hike to the 7 waterfalls of Setti Fatma

★ 4.94 (142)

Duration
1 Day
Starts In
Marrakech
Destination
Ourika Valley & Setti Fatma
From
€45 / person

Tour Overview

Nestled at the base of the snow-capped High Atlas Mountains, the verdant Ourika Valley is Marrakech's favorite green retreat. Follow the winding Ourika River bordered by weeping willows and walnut orchards. Visit a traditional Berber family home, tour an organic bio-aromatic herb garden, and embark on a guided hike to the cascades of Setti Fatma before dining right by the babbling mountain stream.

Top Highlights

  • Only 1 Hour Drive from Marrakech into High Atlas Nature
  • Scenic Drive Along the Flowing Ourika River Gorge
  • Hike to the Mountain Waterfalls of Setti Fatma
  • Traditional Berber Adobe Villages Clinging to Canyon Walls
  • Riverside Dining with Tables Set Directly by the Mountain Stream
  • Organic Saffron and Medicinal Herb Garden Visit

Route at a Glance

  1. Marrakech
  2. Ourika Valley
Day-By-Day Program

Detailed Itinerary

1

Marrakech – Ourika Valley – Berber Village – Setti Fatma Waterfalls – Marrakech

130 km round-trip • 1 hour each way

Departure at 9:00 AM from your Marrakech riad. Enter the green foothills of the Atlas along the Ourika River. Visit a local Berber adobe home to understand daily mountain life and share a fresh mint tea. Continue to Setti Fatma village at the end of the paved road. Meet a local mountain guide for a 1.5-hour hike to the waterfalls. Savor a slow-cooked tagine seated at colorful tables right beside the river. Return to Marrakech by 5:00 PM.

MealsRiverside lunch at your own expense

What the Price Includes

Included

  • Private 4x4 Land Cruiser transport with English-speaking driver
  • Hotel/riad pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
  • Visit to authentic Berber family house with mint tea

Not Included

  • Lunch and beverages
  • Local mountain guide for the waterfall hike (~€5–10 per group)
  • Gratuities

Your Private Vehicle and Driver-Guide

Private Air-Conditioned 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser. Your driver knows the High Atlas passes and desert tracks well and speaks English, Italian, Spanish and French.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before booking your Morocco journey

What shoes should I wear for the Setti Fatma hike?

Sturdy sneakers or hiking shoes with good grip are essential, as the path to the waterfalls involves stepping over rocks and slightly slippery terrain.

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