Ourika and 3 Valleys Day Trip from Marrakech

Overview

Leave Marrakech for the Atlas valleys, combining Lake Lalla Takerkoust, Moulay Brahim, the Kik Plateau and Asni with the Ourika Valley and Setti Fatma. The full route includes several scenic stops and takes more time than a direct drive to Ourika alone. A local guide and a one-hour walking tour are included; a waterfall hike is an optional part of the day to discuss in advance. If Agafay’s rocky desert is a priority as well as the valleys, compare our Agafay and three valleys excursion.

Highlights

  • Discover mountain villages and valley scenery outside Marrakech.
  • Travel through the Lake Lalla Takerkoust, Kik Plateau and Asni areas.
  • Visit Ourika and the Setti Fatma area, with time for a riverside lunch at your own expense.
  • Choose whether to add a waterfall hike according to your group’s pace and the conditions.

What is included?

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
  • Air-conditioned minibus transport
  • Visit to a Berber house
  • Visit to a women’s argan cooperative
  • One-hour walking tour and local guide
  • Driver-guide: English, French or Spanish, with your preferred language confirmed at booking

Not included / optional

  • Lunch
  • Personal drinks
  • Any additional activity or extended hike outside the agreed programme

Pickup and booking details

Confirm the pickup time and whether you want the full valley route or a shorter Ourika visit. Mention your walking preferences, children’s ages and preferred guide language.

Departure Location: Marrakech
Return Location: Marrakech
Departure Time: Morning pickup; exact time confirmed for your itinerary and accommodation.
Return Time: Around 7:00 PM, subject to the day’s route and road conditions. Confirm the estimate when booking.
Destination: Ourika and The 3 Valleys

Questions about this day trip

Is the waterfall hike compulsory?

No. The waterfall hike is optional. A one-hour walking tour and local guide are included, but the waterfall route, effort and any supplement must be agreed for your booking.

Is this the same as a direct Ourika excursion?

No. The published route also includes Lake Lalla Takerkoust, Moulay Brahim, the Kik Plateau and Asni. Ask for a shorter itinerary if you want more time in Ourika and fewer road stops.

Compare all day trips from Marrakech or read our guide to choosing a Marrakech day trip. For a quote, send your dates, group size and preferred options.

The three-valley route and Ourika

Start from Marrakech at the pickup time confirmed for your booking. Head towards Lake Lalla Takerkoust, then continue through Moulay Brahim and the Kik Plateau towards Asni. These stops make this a wider Atlas excursion rather than a direct journey to one village.

Continue to Ourika and the Setti Fatma area. Allow time for lunch near the river at your own expense. The programme includes a local guide and a one-hour walking tour; agree the walking route before setting off.

The waterfall hike is optional. Discuss its duration, terrain and any additional cost separately from the included walking tour. You do not have to hike to enjoy the valley, and a visit to all seven waterfalls is not promised. Return to Marrakech after the agreed visits.

The map shows the Marrakech–Ourika connection only. The full route also includes Lake Lalla Takerkoust, Moulay Brahim, the Kik Plateau and Asni.


What to Bring

• Sunglasses

• Sunscreen

• Scarf or cap

• Towels

• Handkerchiefs

Booking and Payment

A deposit of 40% of the total tour price is required to confirm the booking. The remaining 60% balance must be paid no later than 15 days before departure.

Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel your trip for any reason, please inform Alternative Desert Morocco as soon as possible.

More than 30 days before departure: The 40% deposit is retained, and a €15 administration fee applies. Alternatively, you may postpone your trip free of charge for up to one year.
30 to 15 days before departure: 50% of the deposit paid is retained.
Less than 15 days before departure: The entire deposit paid is retained.

If the trip is postponed, the deposit will be held and applied towards the rescheduled stay for up to one year.

Read the full Terms of Sales before booking.

Alternative Desert Morocco Cancellation :

If alternative desert morocco cancels your stay due to unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund without compensation.

Force Majeure : If exceptional events such as strikes, flight cancellations (with proof) or pandemics affect your journey, please contact us promptly to discuss your trip.

Morocco travel photo — 1-day Marrakech to Ourika Valley tour
Morocco travel photo — 1-day Marrakech to Ourika Valley tour
Morocco travel photo — 1-day Marrakech to Ourika Valley tour
Morocco travel photo — 1-day Marrakech to Ourika Valley tour
Morocco travel photo — 1-day Marrakech to Ourika Valley tour
Morocco travel photo — 1-day Marrakech to Ourika Valley tour

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