Marrakesh: Ourika valley, Berber Villages, & Atlas Mountains

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ID: GYG410148-744116
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Country: Morocco

Duration: 1 days


Description

Discover the heart of the Atlas Mountains on this day trip from Marrakech. Explore the Ourika valley to uncover charming Berber villages, green mountain terraces, and the Setti Fatma waterfalls.
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. 

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in local culture as you stop in for tea at a Berber home
  • Capture pictures of breathtaking views of the Ourika valley landscapes
  • Feel like a local as you explore the mountain village of Ait Mechkour
  • Have the chance to purchase lunch at a restaurant with mountain views
  • Enjoy an Atlas Mountains nature hike to the seven waterfalls at Setti Fatma

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Local guides in Setti Fama are available to hire at your own discretion
• A minimum physical fitness level is required to climb to the waterfalls
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
A FFP2 mask (for participants over 14 years old) or a mouth-nose protector (for participants from 6-13 years old) must be worn in all indoor areas. We also recommend wearing a mask outdoors if a safe distance cannot be maintained
All passengers of public transport over 6 years old must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months, or a negative Covid-19 test taken no more than 24 hours before you travel
All participants who are over 12 years and 3 months old must present proof of full vaccination
Please be ready for pickup 30 minutes before the activity starts. Pickup is from your Marrakech hotel or the closest accessible location to your accommodations, if it's not car-accessible.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.