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For lovers of nature, fresh air, and adventure — and for travelers craving a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech — this private day trip takes you deep into the High Atlas Mountains, through unspoilt Berber villages and some of the warmest, most welcoming people you'll meet in Morocco.
This is a stress-free journey to the "real" Morocco. You'll step inside a genuine Berber home and share lunch with the family who lives there, take in panoramic views over the Ourika Valley, learn the story behind Morocco's famous organic Argan oil straight from the women who produce it, and try your hand at traditional pottery with a local artisan.
Because the day is entirely private, it moves at your pace — no crowds, no rushing, no fixed script. Just your group, the mountains, and a side of Morocco most travelers never see.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Wherever you are staying in Marrakech, we'll come and pick you up at 9 AM. If you are staying outside of Marrakech, please let us know and we will try our best to make an arrangement for you.
Itinerary
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1High Atlas Mountains
The scenic drive to Ourika Valley is a highlight in itself. Winding through the foothills of the High Atlas, the road passes majestic mountain peaks and a string of authentic Berber valleys — Tafza, Aghbalou, Oulmes — each one more striking than the last.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Setti Fatma and the 7 Cascades
You'll arrive in Setti Fatma, a colorfully painted Berber village nestled in a canyon beneath the High Atlas peaks, famous for its series of seven waterfalls. We time your arrival early to beat the crowds, so you can take in the peace and the panoramic views before it gets busy. A certified local guide is included at no extra cost, leading you on a hike through the waterfalls and along the Ourika river. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Ourika
A stop at a women's organic Argan oil cooperative, where you'll learn about the production process, its traditional uses, and the community of Berber women behind Morocco's most precious natural export.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Ourika Valley
A genuine Berber family welcomes you into their home for a fresh Moroccan salad, a slow-cooked vegetable and meat tajine, and seasonal fruits — homemade, hearty, and wholesome, finished with Moroccan mint tea and a local pastry. Prefer to eat by the river? We can arrange lunch at a trusted riverside restaurant instead — just let us know.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Marrakech-Safi
On the way back to Marrakech, you'll stop at a traditional pottery workshop for a short, hands-on initiation with a local artisan — getting your hands into the clay to try one of the region's oldest crafts.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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