Walking through the area, you can visit the main points of tourist interest:
Setti-Fatma: Excursions to the Ourika waterfalls are organized from this small village. When you arrive, you will have no difficulty finding a tourist guide who can speak French.
Ourika Waterfalls: If you like nature, the waterfalls will undoubtedly be the highlight of the Please keep the following text in mind:
During the excursion, many people take the opportunity to swim in the river. However, the water is quite cold. The first waterfall is easily accessible, but the others require further exploration. Climbing may be necessary to reach some parts of the waterfalls, so we recommend wearing appropriate footwear.
Traditional Berber houses: This is a visit to the heart of conventional Berber life in the villages of the mountains. Once there, you will realize that what is being sold as a typical life experience is really just a theatrical performance for tourists. As a general rule, the father of the family will show you around his house and prepare you a mint tea. As you exit the house, the locals will try to sell you crafted pieces.
Traditional markets: The most popular in the area are Ourika (on Monday) and Aghbalou (on Thursday). If you are coming to the valley from the mountains, you will discover other interesting markets in Tahanaout (Tuesday) and Asni (Saturday).
How to get to the Ourika Valley
Book an organized excursion: Visitors Marrakech offers organized excursions that pick you up directly at the Remember this information:
You can take a trip to the Ourika Valley from your hotel in Marrakech with an English-speaking guide for just 25€. Private tours are also available at reasonable prices. Remember to book your Ourika Valley excursion from Marrakech right here.
If you prefer, you can rent a car to drive in Morocco. It is more challenging than it looks, and the roads leave something to be desired, especially if you plan to go through mountain roads. If you still want to venture, the GPS will be pretty much the same!
