Marrakech: Ourika Valley, 7 Cascades Atlas Mountains & Waterfalls

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Escape the bustle of Marrakech for a day of mountain air and cultural discovery. Journey into the High Atlas Mountains to find the Ourika Valley, a lush oasis of green nestled between dramatic red cliffs.

Witness the soul of Morocco during an authentic visit to a traditional Berber home. Sip mint tea with a local family and learn about the enduring heritage of the mountains. Support social impact at a women-led Argan oil cooperative, where you’ll observe the "liquid gold" being crafted using ancestral techniques.

The adventure peaks at Setti Fatma. Follow your expert guide on a scenic hike to the Seven Waterfalls, crossing mountain trails to reach the cascading falls. After your hike, find serenity by the Ourika River. Savor a traditional tagine lunch at a riverside restaurant, where you can relax with your feet in the cooling mountain water.

Experience the perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation. This isn’t just a tour it’s an invitation to the heart of the Atlas.

What's Included

Professional licensed local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Scenic stops to enjoy panoramic views
Visit to a traditional Berber home
Visit to a women Argan oil cooperative
Air-conditioned transportation
Guided hike to Setti Fatma waterfalls
Lunch
Drinks
Personal expenses/souvenirs
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

- We offer pickup from all hotels and Riads in central Marrakech, if your accommodation is located in the car-free zone of the Medina, your meeting point is Hotel Tazi.

- Please wait outside the main entrance 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Our driver/coordinator will be identifiable by a sign with your activity name.

- We will contact you via WhatsApp or email the evening before to confirm your exact pickup time and provide the driver's details.

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Meeting point

Please meet us at the Setti Fadma main footbridge (the one crossing the river toward the waterfall trails), your guide will be waiting there wearing a Quad Atlas Vip at 10:30 AM, there is public parking available nearby for those arriving with their own vehicle.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Hôtel Tazi

    - We offer pickup from all hotels and Riads in central Marrakech, if your accommodation is located in the car-free zone of the Medina, your meeting point is Hotel Tazi (Prince Moulay Rachid). - Please wait outside the main entrance 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Our driver/coordinator will be identifiable by a sign with your activity name. - We will contact you via WhatsApp or email the evening before to confirm your exact pickup time and provide the driver's details.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    High Atlas Mountains

    Enjoy a scenic drive through the foothills of the majestic High Atlas range. We include multiple stops at panoramic viewpoints to photograph the red-rock landscapes and ancient terraced fields that define this mountain region.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Step inside an authentic Berber settlement to observe the traditional architecture and ingenious irrigation systems. Visit a local family home for a traditional tea ceremony to learn about the history and hospitality of the indigenous "Amazigh" people.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Visit a women-led cooperative dedicated to the preservation of ancient Moroccan crafts. Observe the manual extraction of Argan Oil, learn about its heritage in Berber beauty and culinary traditions, and support sustainable local craftsmanship.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Setti-Fatma

    Arrive at this picturesque riverside village located at the end of the valley road. This serves as our base camp and the starting point for our mountain exploration.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Setti Fatma and the 7 Cascades

    Embark on a guided hike to the famous Seven Waterfalls. Traverse rocky trails and cross wooden bridges to reach the cascading falls, where you can enjoy the cooling mist and panoramic views of the Ourika Valley from above.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Ourika Valley

    Conclude the experience at the river's edge. Relax at a traditional riverside restaurant where you can enjoy an optional Moroccan lunch with your feet nearly touching the refreshing mountain water—a unique sensory highlight of the valley.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Marrakech

    Comfortable transport back to your original pickup point.

    1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Quad Atlas VIP

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Adventure Tours
Additional fees
DSA non-compliant
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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