Ourika Valley
Morocco · Marrakech-Safi · 900 m
Description
The Ourika Valley (وادي أوريكا) is one of the most popular destinations near Marrakech and a lush retreat in the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains. Along the Ourika River, Amazigh villages, terraced fields, orchards, and green mountain slopes shape the scenic landscape. The valley is known for its traditional villages, dramatic mountain scenery, and the waterfalls near Setti Fatma, reached by sometimes steep hiking trails. Just over an hour from Marrakech, the Ourika Valley offers a striking contrast to the bustle of Morocco’s famous Red City.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 day
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
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- Dec
Highlights
- Setti Fatma Seven Waterfalls
- Ourika Valley and High Atlas scenery
- Setti Fatma waterfall hike
- Ourika River
- Ourika River hiking trails
- Setti Fatma village
- Ourika Valley Amazigh villages
- Ourika Valley panoramic viewpoints
- Ourika Valley walnut and almond groves
- Ourika Monday Souk (Monday)
- Tnine Ourika
- Berber Ecomuseum of Ourika Valley
- Oukaimeden(Day trip)
- Anima Garden
- Saffron Garden (October - November)
- Bio-Aromatic Garden of Ourika
- High Atlas hiking from Setti Fatma
- Yagour Plateau(Day trip)
- Yagour Plateau rock engravings(Day trip)
- Yagour Plateau hiking(Day trip)
- Oukaimeden rock engravings(Day trip)
- Oukaimeden skiing (December - March)(Day trip)
- Oukaimeden hiking trails(Day trip)
- Tizi n'Ou Addi Pass(Day trip)