From Marrakech: Private Atlas Mountains Day Trip with Lunch

Just 45 minutes from Marrakech, the city opens into breathtaking mountain views and peaceful countryside. The scenic drive to Ourika Valley is a highlight in itself. Winding through the foothills of the High Atlas, the road passes majestic mountain peaks and a succession of authentic Berber valleys: Tafza, Aghbalou, Oulmes, each one more striking than the last. You'll arrive in Setti Fatma, a colorfully painted Berber village nestled in a dramatic canyon, famous for its series of seven waterfalls. With a certified local guide, you'll hike through a portion of the waterfalls and along the Ourika river, taking in panoramic views along the way. Comfortable shoes are recommended. Next, you'll stop at a women's organic Argan oil cooperative to learn about the production process, its many traditional uses, and the community behind Morocco's most precious natural export. Then comes lunch, and it's one of the moments most guests remember longest. You'll sit down at a genuine Berber family home for a fresh Moroccan salad, a slow-cooked vegetable and meat tajine, seasonal fruits, and mint tea. Homemade, hearty, and wholesome. If you prefer to eat by the river instead, we'll be happy to arrange lunch at a trusted riverside restaurant for you. On the way back to Marrakech, you'll stop at a traditional pottery workshop for a short, hands-on initiation with a local artisan — getting your hands into the clay to try one of the region's oldest crafts.