Highlights
- Spend as long as the children want with the Barbary macaques
- Swim in the natural pool at the base of the 110-meter falls
- Descend via the easier western path
- Optional boat ride at the base of the falls included and no pressure
Description
This tour runs the same route to the same waterfalls
150 kilometers northeast of Marrakech through the
Atlas foothills but with a pace and program designed
around what families with children actually need.
This is not a family-only excursion. The group may include families, couples, and adult travelers.
Departure from Marrakech at 8:00am. The drive takes
about 2.5 hours through olive groves and Berber villages.
The road itself is part of the experience; our guides
point out the agricultural terraces and explain the
wheat and olive harvest cycles that define this region.
For children who ask questions, there are real answers.
At Ouzoud, we descend via the easier western path—
wider, less steep, manageable for children from age 5.
The first stop is always the monkey ledge, where the
Barbary macaques come close enough to observe properly.
We stay here as long as the children want. This is
usually 20-30 minutes. There is no rush.
The trail continues down through olive trees to the
base of the falls: 110 meters of water dropping into
a natural pool surrounded by red rock and mist. The boat ride at the base of
the falls is optional and included; most children want to do it, some don't, both are fine.
Lunch is taken at a small local restaurant right in front of the falls, terrace tables with a direct view of the cascade. The menu is simple and Moroccan: tagine, grilled brochettes, salads, fresh bread, mint tea, and orange juice. No rush, no fancy presentation. Children can move between the table and the water's edge, eat at their own pace, and the view of the falls keeps everyone entertained while the food arrives.
The return ascent uses the same western path.
Slower on the way up, with stops. Back in Marrakech
by early evening.
The tour is designed for families with children
between 4 and 14. Younger than 4 is possible but
the trail requires carrying them on steeper sections.
Maximum 15 people including children.
Includes
Experienced family-friendly guide in English and French, trained in working with children
Air-conditioned minivan, max 15 people including children
Boat ride at the base of the falls (optional, not included)
Hotel or riad pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
Excludes
Lunch (or you can choose the lunch option)
Any additional food or drinks purchased on-site
Personal travel insurance
Tips for guide and driver (appreciated)
Sunscreen and hats (essential; bring your own)
Water shoes (recommended for pool section, not provided)
Important Information
- This tour is designed for families with children aged 4-14
- This is not a family-only excursion. The group may include families, couples, and adult travelers.
- Children under 4 can join but will need to be carried on steeper trail sections — please mention their age at booking so we can prepare accordingly
- The trail involves approximately 200 meters of descent
- and ascent on a wide, unpaved path. Good walking shoes
- are essential — sandals are not suitable.
- Bring sunscreen, hats and a change of clothes for children
- The Barbary macaques are wild animals. Our guides will
- advise on safe viewing distance — please follow their
- instructions, especially with younger children.
- Departure is at 8:00am or around from your hotel or riad.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
