Private Ourika Valley and Setti Fatma Tour

Marrakech, Morocco
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Ourika Valley on a fully private day trip designed around authentic local experiences, not just sightseeing. Watch a live Moroccan pottery demonstration, visit a traditional Berber home for mint tea, discover the meanings and stories behind handwoven Amazigh rugs, and visit an argan cooperative before continuing through the High Atlas Mountains to Setti Fatma. Enjoy the valley at your own pace with your private EXVAL driver. Travelers who wish to visit the waterfalls can hire a local mountain guide separately for the approximately 1-hour mountain walk. No forced shopping, and purchases at all cooperatives are completely optional.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Traditional Berber house visit
  • Argan oil cooperative visit
  • Pickup and return in Marrakech
  • WiFi on board
  • Traditional Moroccan pottery cooperative visit and live demonstration
  • Moroccan mint tea at the Berber house
  • Scenic stops in the High Atlas Mountains
  • Berber rug house visit
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Visit to Ourika Valley and Setti Fatma
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Tnine Ourika
    Pass by
    Travel through the High Atlas foothills on the way to Ourika Valley, passing traditional villages and mountain scenery. Your private driver will make short scenic stops along the route for photos whenever safe and practical
  2. Tnine Ourika
    45m
    Begin with a visit to a local pottery cooperative and watch artisans demonstrate how traditional Moroccan ceramics are shaped and decorated by hand, including tagines, couscous bowls, cups, plates, and decorative pieces. Guests can browse the handmade products afterward, but purchases are completely optional.
  3. Malika maison berbere
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Traditional Berber House
    Visit a traditional Amazigh home in the Atlas foothills, discover aspects of local family life and architecture, and enjoy Moroccan mint tea while taking in the surrounding mountain scenery.
  4. La Source de Tapis
    1h
    Berber Rug House — about 1 hour
    Discover the tradition of Amazigh rug weaving and learn how local women and different Berber tribes create rugs by hand. See different materials, weaving techniques, colors, and tribal designs while learning about the symbolic meanings and stories behind many of the patterns. Purchases are entirely optional
  5. Ourika Valley
    30m
    Argan Oil Cooperative — about 30 min
    Visit a local argan cooperative and learn how argan kernels are traditionally processed into culinary and cosmetic products. See the preparation process and learn about the different uses of argan oil. Purchases are optional.
  6. 7 Cascade D'ourika
    2h
    Arrive at the vibrant village of Setti Fatma, the gateway to the Ourika Valley's most iconic natural wonder: the seven mountain waterfalls. Embark on a thrilling and highly photogenic hike through the dramatic High Atlas topography, navigating rocky alpine trails, rustic wooden bridges, and lush river gorges.

    The moderate hike to the first cascade offers breathtaking views and the chance to relax by the cooling mountain streams. For the adventurous, continue the ascent to discover the remaining hidden falls and pristine natural pools!

    Important note: Due to the uneven and rocky terrain, sturdy footwear with good grip is highly recommended. For your safety and to enrich your local experience, this hike is led by a trusted mountain guide. The guide's fee (200 MAD per group) is not included in the tour price and is paid directly on-site.
  7. Ourika Valley
    2h
    Setti Fatma — around 2 hours
    Arrive in Setti Fatma and enjoy free time beside the river, with the option to have lunch at a local riverside restaurant. Travelers who wish to visit the waterfalls can hire a local mountain guide directly in Setti Fatma. The optional waterfall experience involves approximately 1 hour of walking on uneven and uphill mountain terrain. The waterfall guide is not included in the tour price and must be paid directly by the traveler. Guests who prefer not to hike can relax by the river and enjoy the village and mountain scenery.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your EXVAL driver will contact you via WhatsApp before pickup. Our vehicles display the EXVAL logo, company name, and www.exval.ma⁠ making them easy to identify. Depending on group size, pickup will be by private car or minivan. The driver will identify themselves as your EXVAL driver.

End point

Your EXVAL driver will contact you via WhatsApp before pickup. Our vehicles display the EXVAL logo, company name, and www.exval.ma⁠ making them easy to identify. Depending on group size, pickup will be by private car or minivan. The driver will identify themselves as your EXVAL driver.

Pickup details

Pickup is included from accommodations in Marrakech. Hotels and other locations accessible by vehicle receive door-to-door pickup. For riads located inside the Medina, where vehicles cannot enter the narrow streets, pickup will be arranged at the nearest vehicle-accessible point. The exact meeting location will be confirmed before departure. At the end of the excursion, travelers are returned to the same pickup location or nearest accessible point.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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