Discover the beauty of the Ourika Valley on a day excursion from Marrakech, providing a tranquil respite from the bustling city. This journey acquaints you with the majestic High Atlas Mountains, allowing you to explore the valley, immerse yourself in a vibrant Berber market, and make a visit to the charming village of Setti Fatma.
Known for its enchanting waterfalls and captivating natural scenery, the Ourika Valley is a highly sought-after destination nestled amidst the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.
| Number of persons | 2 Persons | 3 Persons | 4 Persons | 5 Persons | 6 Persons |
| Price per person | 105 € | 95 € | 85 € | 75 € | 75 € |
| Total price | 210 € | 340 € | 340 € | 375 € | 450 € |
The driver will pick you up from your Riad at 8:30 to start off on your day trip to the Atlas Mountains and Ourika Valley from Marrakech. During our journey towards the High Atlas Mountains, the itinerary takes you past Tahanout, a Berber village located approximately 35 km away from Marrakech. Similar to numerous towns and villages in Morocco, Tahanaout is home to a Jewish cemetery.
Next, we reach the village and mausoleum of Moulay Brahim, a renowned Moroccan Sufi saint who passed away in 1661. Here, you can share a glass of tea with a local Berber family, who will kindly show you a traditional hammam and a bread oven. Upon reaching the Toubkal National Park, your journey continues to Asni, a charming Berber town renowned for its regular and weekly local markets, known as ‘souks’.
Driving further eastward from Asni, you enter the Ourika Valley, surrounded by lush gardens, fruit orchards, quaint villages, and a variety of cafes and restaurants. The Ourika River gracefully descends from the high mountains, passing through Asguine, Aghbalou, and Oulmes, and ultimately reaching the village of Setti Fatma.
This part of the mountains is excellent for hiking, which can be organised with a local Berber guide. These hikes provide an opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes and gain a deeper understanding of the local Berber life in the mountain.
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Anita K27/07/2024Bahia Palace, Medrassa Ben Youssef and Souk We visited Bahia Palace, Medrassa Ben Youssef , Medina &Souk of Marrakech with travel guide Brahim ! Great experience! The most beautiful palaces in the city. Brahim was so politely, well informed, with charisma and sense of humour.we appreciated so much that he never forced to go and buy anything in the souk ! We strongly recommend this beautiful activity ! Thank you so muchVerified
Wendy B22/07/2024Beautiful Medina tour We had Yassine as a guide and he did an excellent job! He showed us the beautiful Medina, the palace and Madrassa Ben Youssef. It was a very nice experience for us because it is a bit quieter in the morning so you can observe everything clearly! Recommended!Verified
zhlf23308/07/2024Tour We had a wonderful tour with our guide, Yassine. He was informative, answered all of our questions and gave us time to explore independently. Would definitely recommend.Verified
Ashley K04/07/2024Great intro to Marrakech with our guide, Yassine We loved our guide, Yassine! He did a great job going at a pace that was suitable for our two young boys (ages 7 & 4) and kept them engaged as my husband and I shopped for rugs. He brought us to very high quality vendors as well but we never felt pushed to purchase.Verified
Steve B03/07/2024Outstanding The tour was amazing! The guide, Brahim was an awesome. Great experience for the price. The walking part of the tour took us through multiple areas of the Souk and was very fulfilling culturally.Verified
Aleksandra M15/06/2024Great city tour - strongly recommended Me and my friend came to Marrakesh for 1 day and a city tour was what we needed. Our guide, namesd Said, comes from a Berber tribe and speaks good english. Very friendly and chatty guy who has a lot of information about the monuments and history. We took a walk through Medina (old city) passing by multiple shops and food stols. Onlybthat itself was an experience. Combination of colors, smells, proportions, design, esthetics of the architecture was overwhelming. Absolutely senses stimulating. Use reccommendations for the tour - comfy shoes, water and a sunscreen are a must. The tour took us nearly 4h, we walked over 8km. If you need a toilet there are free ones in the Bahia Palace ( go to the one AFTER small riad). Make sure to have cash on you because very often ATMs are not working, currency exchange points, restaurants and local shops don't accept cards. We also visited a para pharmacy to learn about argan oil, spices, herbs and teas. We got a cup of fantastic local tea and tested a lot of products - we could pay by card there. However, it wasn't the cheapest place, so if you have time, have a strall in the market to compare the prices. Tips for the guid are more then welcome. Read how to tip in Morocco because it's usually higher in european countries. Strongly recommended. Thank you Said!Verified
Katarzyna Z15/06/2024Great day in Marrakech Said was great guide and made our day showing us the best gems of the city. Highly recommend for all who want to experience not a regular sight seeing ✨????Verified
Antoine T15/06/2024A memorable trip with a dedicated team!! Hamza and his team are very, very professional! We loved our trip, especially thanks to Aziz who was an exceptional guide in every way. Traveling with 3 young children is never easy, especially when you cover a lot of kilometers but it was really great. We recommend without reservationVerified
Erica Gall24/05/2024Very knowledgeable and kind. Highly recommend! Brahim was very knowledgeable and led us through the medina. He even took me to a very reputable rug shop and waited for me after. We chatted a lot about the craftsmanship and architecture on our walk and I could tell he sincerely loves Morocco. He was patient while everyone took photos as we waded through the crowdsVerified
Nicole A16/05/2024A successful and unforgettable stay We spent 3 unforgettable days. Magnificent landscapes and sites, superb walks and especially in the company of Abdel. In a very relaxed atmosphere and with measured discretion, he guided us to the right places and made great discoveries. We learned a lot alongside him. It was a real success. Nicole and Co.
