Atlas Mountains Tour: Explore Ourika Valley and Berber Villages from Marrakech
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14 Ratings
Embark on a captivating tour of the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech. Explore the picturesque Ourika Valley, visit Berber villages, and hike to the breathtaking waterfalls at Setti Fatma.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sti Fadma - A day trip to Ourika valley from Marrakech is one of the most popular Marrakech excursions to follow the trails of the Berbers of Morocco and explore the Atlas Mountains, Berber Villages and markets, and hike to the western slopes of High Atlas Mountains.
What's Included
  • Hotel or main square pickup/drop-off
  • Air-conditioned modern van
  • English-speaking driver
What's Not Included
  • Lunch & beverages
  • Local guide
Additional Information

Visit Berber villages on this tour from Marrakech to the Ourika valley in the Atlas Mountains. Be welcomed into a Berber home for a cup of mint tea. Experience the natural beauty of the Atlas Mountains on a hike to the waterfalls at Setti Fatma.

Enjoy the convenience of being picked up at 9:30 am from your accommodation in Marrakech. Sit back and relax on the short drive into the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Enter the valley of Ourika and view its dynamic landscapes and hillside villages.

Stop at a traditional house of a Berber family. Sit down and have a mint tea with the family before visiting the small mountain village of Ait Mechkour. Hike through the cliffs and green valleys to the seven stunning waterfalls at Setti Fatma.

See traces of a medieval agricultural tradition as you pass by verdant terraces. Stop at a restaurant with mountain views where you can purchase a variety of Moroccan dishes. Return to Marrakech between 4:00-5:00 PM.

Cancellation Policy

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

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N2140hgevec
Aug 22, 2023
Awesome - Thanks to the whole team for the great day we had. Jawad was very friendly and we shared good times throughout the trip (music, jokes, etc.). Abdou the guide, taught us a lot about traditions, interpersonal skills, was interested in us. It's a real pleasure for us to travel, to meet people like them. Thank you for everything !
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L4684ddstephena
Dec 10, 2022
Had a good time - Very good trip, got to see a Berber home and visited a Berber pharmacy, finishing with a hike up the Atlas mountains and lunch.
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Adrianwn9079lj
Dec 2, 2022
Mountain trip - Very good trip, informative with lots to see. Nourdine helpful and comfortable to be around. If in Merrakesh definitely go to mountains.
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P3771mnnatashat
Nov 10, 2022
Atlas Mountains Tour - Abrid was our driver and throughly looked after us from start to finish, making sure we enjoyed ourselves, was really educational in his tour but also very patient ensuring that we had a 5 star day. He took us to the Ourika Valley, drove us through the Atlas Mountains and then ended the day at a Bedouin family owned restaurant. Thank you Abrid.
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Joshualx8139lk
Nov 10, 2022
Friendly guide, good trip - Picked up from jema square by Lahcen who was already waiting for us. Very friendly tour guide and knowledgable, driven up to Atlas Mountains and guided to the waterfalls, shops along the route similar to the city, then lunch by the river and a drive back
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Nicolasvorsteher
Sep 14, 2019
Atlas & ourika valley - Lahcen our driver is great! Many thanks for this AMAZING and unforgettable experience! Our expectations were surpassed! Super punctual pick ups, reliable, very friendly and funny. We learned so much about the Berber culture and the nature was just breathtaking. We will definitely drive again with Lahcen.
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Diego
Sep 14, 2019
Ourika valley & Atlas - We booked a day-trip from Marrakech to Ourika valley , Atlas mountains , with Karim. From start to finish, Desert Family Tour excelled. Their driver was on time and professional. The trip was a good value , Lahcen Desert Family was the best.
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Christianjos
Sep 11, 2019
Wonderful Trip with the Best Guide - Desert Family Tour offers the best quality/price ratio in the city. With a motivated and professional team, always paying attention to details. They will make your journey enjoyable. Everything is planned ahead so expect only positive surprises ;)
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