Marrakech to Ourika Valley Day Trip
Day Trip Overview:Marrakech to Ourika Valley
Starting a Marrakech to Ourika Valley day trip is one of par excellence adventures which full of wonderful sceneries coupled with cultural aspect. First, visitors will get a beautiful ride through the impressive Atlas mountain range with admirable views of valleys and peaks. Upon arrival, villager such as traditional Berber ones enable people to have actual touch on traditional way of life in Morocco. The attractive sceneries of Ourika Valley are worth the visit as it provides natural colors of green vegetation and water. An appealing way of exploring the picturesque beauty of the region is a four-kilometer steep walk to the Setti Fatma waterfalls allowing to meet the mountain quietness.
After the hike, eating local Moroccan food at a restaurant by the side of a river is recommended as multiple food joints offer the tastiest Moroccan foods. Moreover, it will be advisable to visit some Argan oil cooperative, where tourists will have a possibility to see traditional styles of production of the product, which is considered significant for sustainable development in the local culture. Doing business with local artists also gives you the best collection of local made hand crafted items for the local artists. Finally, there is a possibility of observing the sunset over the mountains, which further means that all elements such as adventure, cultural exposure and relaxation can always be achieved here to the satisfaction of all the different travelers.
Highlights of the Marrakech to Ourika Valley
- Hugely attractive with the phenomena of stunning valleys and large peaks enveloping the track.
- Meet the culture and friendly people you will be accommodated by families.
- Colorful with scenes illustrating rivers, vegetation and beautiful birds.
- Beautiful hike to stunning self-feeding waterfalls in the wilderness.
- Savor tasty Moroccan food in a restaurant, located at the river bank.
- Get to know more concerning ancient approaches to generate a useful product such as Argan oil.
- Experience the sleep-supportive audios and tranquil environment which nature offers.
- Find gorgeous one-off items and shop fair from local creative minds.
- Watch local farmers employing traditional methods in their farmland.
- End up the day with beautiful view of sun set over the mountains.
Itinerary for the Marrakech to Ourika Valley
Marrakech to Ourika Valley day trip Program
The day –tripping from Marrakech to Ourika starts by driving through the stunning Atlas Mountain ranges. This journey is not only full of the beautiful sceneries anymore but also provides guides of the whole tour. After traveling to Ourika Valley you will go for sightseeing in some ancient Berber Villages. Here those passion, you are to experience the colorful local life and see how people live in the mountain.
After that, you will have a chance to discover the Ourika Valley itself. If you stroll around this beautiful area, you will have the opportunity to look at a vast majority of the views hidden by green plants and listen to the noises created by animals living in the wild. Following that is the challenging Setti Fatma Waterfalls hike, which promises to offer a glimpse of the fascinating landscape of this area. The trek provides amazing scenic and photo opportunities to take great shots.
Finally, you will enjoy the local cuisine after the end of hiking at a restaurant at the river side. Moroccan cuisine is unbelievably rich and savory consequently, you are guaranteed to enjoy whatever you taste. Moving from the food, your next stop will be a women’s Argan oil collecting cooperative which shows you how this essential oil is processed from the nut.
After a hectic day, find some time to lay back, have a feel of the river. The atmosphere is relaxing so you have time to contemplate about your experiences out there. Finally, local artisans will be involved to offer a close look at the workmanship of the area. Backing up these gifted performers adds incredible value to your trip.
Included / Excluded
- Collection from Marrakech hotel to Ourika and back • Guided tour of the Ourika Valley. • Entrance fees to attractions and waterfalls. • Traditional lunch at a local restaurant. • Visit to an Argan oil cooperative. • Local artisan interactions.
- Personal expenses, such as souvenirs and snacks. • Gratuities for guides and drivers. • Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the distance from Marrakech to Ourika?
The journey usually lasts approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. Nevertheless, there will be changes in the time being covered in travel depending on the traffic condition and the state of the road networks. Due to the nature of the exercise, directional and time consuming, many people find it interesting and worth to undertake.
For the day trip what type of clothing should I put on?
Sensible wear and good walking shoes are suggested for the participants. If you are planning on any hiking then make sure to ware proper shoes that will help you along the walk. Also one must dress in layers as some of these changes occurs throughout the day and most of the day is spent indoors.
Does anyone know if there are any restrictions to the age of a person that can participate in the hike?
It can be done for people of any age but there are lot of ups and downs so it may be tiring. Small children should be taken by an adult while the elderly should consider their ability to undertake the tour. There are tour guides to help with and to make sure no one gets lost or falls along the way.
Do I have to make a pre-appointment for the Marrakech to Ourika Valley day trip?
However, it is also possible to find tours at the last moment, it is much better to book them in advance, if possible. It secures your place and ensures a more effective risk management. It also permits one to ask of any specific questions that one may wish to be answered.
What if the weather is bad or inclement on the day that the trip is planned for?
Due to the unpredictable weather conditions some changes may have to be made to the tour. It’s important that the children are safe first and thus other forms of indoor activities could be provided. However, always consult the forecast and talk with your tour provider about any changes.
Am I allowed to use my camera or phone for photos?
Absolutely! Taking pictures of the beautiful views and the actual people around in the area is allowed. But bear in mind the environmental and cultural factors which should be respected. If you want to keep record of your trip and get more people involved in it, sharing it on the pictures can be an effective way to do it.
