Excursion Ourika Valley ,Berber villages ,Atlas Mountains

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WHEN Friday 25 July to Friday 1 August

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Leave the hustle and bustle of Marrakech for a day trip to Ourika Valley. You'll follow the trails of the Berbers of Morocco as you explore the Atlas Mountains and Berber Villages, and hike to the western slopes of high Atlas Mountains.

Highlights

Climb to mountainside waterfalls
Visit a traditional Berber home and enjoy a cup of Moroccan mint tea
Relax on a scenic drive through the villages, valleys, and mountains

Description

Choose your pickup in Marrakech, and embark on an unforgettable trip across the villages and natural landscape of Ourika. Experience life in Berber communities as they welcome you to their home. Kick back and enjoy the views of Setti Fatma and the far-reaching Atlas Mountains. Your driver will guide you up the mountainous terrain, stopping at some stunning sites. Drop in for tea in a traditional Berber family home. Visit a woman-owned Argan oil cooperative to see the extraction and processing of the local “liquid gold”. Carry on towards Setti Fatma, a favorite destination for many Moroccans. Admire its lush green valleys, beautiful streams and waterfalls, cliffs, and open spaces. You'll hike all the way up to the first waterfall, accompanied by a local guide. Grab lunch in a local café, sat by a stream with a stunning view over the mountains. Explore a region that uses medieval agricultural traditions. Enjoy a peaceful walk around the Atlas mountains, bursting with native wildlife. Relax as your driver brings you back to Marrakech, full of memories that can only be made in Ourika.

Includes

Pickup & drop-off service at your accommodation or at the closest spot accessible by car Transport by a modern & an air-conditioned vehicle English or French speaking driver Tea in a Berber family house

Important Information

This day trip requires a moderate physical health level, especially to climb to the waterfalls Good walking shoes are required Ourika is quite cold in winter