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Christian Grønset
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Christian

Denmark
Feb 2026

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The guide was Amazing; super nice, took great time in swearing questions, took care of everyone and told us beforehand how to refuse scammers Transport worked perfect. OBS: It's very crowded with turist and you have two wait in a line of 45 minutes for the boat part. Wort the money and a great full day trip to get out of busy Marrakesh.
Rouyer Eric
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Rouyer

France
Dec 2025

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The whole day was magnificent. Beautiful scenery in this magnificent Berber village. Many thanks to our friendly tour guide Hamid.
Araceli ARGUELLES TICO

Araceli

Jan 2026

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We had a fantastic time on the Full-Day Ourika Valley, Atlas Mountains and Waterfall Tour from Marrakech. The day was very well organized and offered a great balance between scenery, activity, and relaxation. Our main guide, Oussama, was really nice, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the day, which made the experience even better. The hike to the waterfalls was led by Sufyan, who was also really nice and made the hike enjoyable and easy to follow. This part of the tour was the highlight for us: beautiful views, a pleasant pace, and accessible for most people. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are definitely advisable, but the hike itself is easy and enjoyable. We also visited a women’s cooperative, where we were able to learn about and try argan oil products, which was a very nice and interesting addition to the tour. Lunch by the water was excellent and very atmospheric. Sitting next to the river after the hike was a perfect way to relax and enjoy local food. Overall, this tour is highly recommended if you want to explore beyond Marrakech and experience the natural beauty of the Atlas Mountains and the Ourika Valley.
Absesslam Aadnan ouaissi
HU

Absesslam

Hungary
Jan 2026

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We went on a tour with Click Excursión and the experience was excellent from start to finish. Our driver, Imad Jamzaoui, was extremely friendly, attentive at all times, and very professional. During the trip, he explained everything in detail, took care of the group, and gave us great recommendations that made all the difference to the tour. The organization was perfect, the guide was very good, and the food was delicious. Without a doubt, this is a highly recommended excursion, and we would especially like to highlight Imad's treatment and dedication. We would definitely do it again.
Awais Ahmad
GB

Awais

United Kingdom
Jan 2026

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The Sunset Desert Tour with Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Dinner Show & Transfers was an exceptionally well-organized and unforgettable experience from start to finish. Every aspect of the tour was handled with great attention to detail, ensuring comfort, safety, and enjoyment throughout. The quad biking was thrilling, the camel ride offered a peaceful and authentic desert moment, and the evening concluded beautifully with a delicious dinner and an impressive live show under the stars. A special mention goes to our guide, Lmlali, whose professionalism truly elevated the experience. He was extremely kind, respectful, and attentive, always making sure everyone felt comfortable and well-informed. His calm demeanor, clear communication, and genuine hospitality reflected a high standard of service. Thanks to his dedication and excellent guidance, the entire tour felt seamless and memorable. I highly recommend this experience to anyone seeking a premium and well-managed desert adventure.
Clément Vignal

Clément

Dec 2025

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We had a great time on this desert excursion. Our guide Ahmed was very pleasant and professional, always present and reassuring, a real pleasure to have. The team on site is also very attentive, whatever the activity. Moroccan hospitality is very much in evidence. Once again, a big thank you to everyone for this wonderful time.
Sandra Leribaux
SE

Sandra

Sweden
Feb 2026
The hammam was great . Great experience. The massage was a soft massage , a tip would be to ask if they do other types of massage . The whispering while massaging was quite annoying .
Virginie Renauld

Virginie

Jan 2026
We had a very enjoyable day full of discoveries. Our guide Sadok told us about Berber life with great passion. The driver Mourad drove us safely to the Ourika Valley.

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Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls: Quick overview

At 150km from Marrakech, Ouzoud Falls reaches 110 meters, making it North Africa's tallest waterfall and the perfect day trip from the city.

  • Distance from Marrakech: 150km (93 miles)
  • Typical travel time: 3 hours each way with scenic stop
  • On-site visit duration: 4-5 hours
  • Cost range: Shared tours from €30; private from €120
  • Best season/time of year: Spring (March-May) for maximum water flow; fall (September-November) for fewer crowds
  • Meeting/drop-off point: Hotel/riad pickup across Marrakech
  • Key attractions covered: 110-meter cascades, natural swimming pools, Barbary macaque habitat, ancient grain mills, boat rides, riverside trails

What to expect on a Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls day tour?

Couple enjoying private car transfer from Marrakech.
Tourists on guided hike at Ouzoud Waterfalls, Morocco, with a guide explaining the surroundings.
Group of tourists posing near Ouzoud Waterfalls during a day tour from Marrakesh.
Barbary macaques on branches at Ouzoud Waterfalls during Marrakesh day tour.
Boats near Ouzoud Waterfalls with lush greenery, part of a day tour from Marrakesh.
Tourists on a boat ride at Ouzoud Waterfalls, Morocco, with a guide rowing.
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Drive time: 3 hours each way

Drive time is 3 hours each way with a stop at Tamellalt's natural bridge for photos and coffee (15 minutes).

Your guide meets you at the vehicle

Your official guide meets you at the bus. You'll stay with the same guide throughout your visit, no handoffs.

Hike at your pace

The 1.5-hour trail descends roughly 600 steps through shaded olive groves. Can't do the full hike? Clifftop cafes offer views while your group descends.

Wild macaques

Barbary macaques live in the trees along the trail. Your guide positions you for safe photos. Keep sunglasses and phones secured, they grab loose items.

Boat ride to the cascade base

Traditional wooden boats ferry you across natural pools to the falls' base. The 10-15 minute ride brings you close enough to feel the spray and hear the roar.

Optional swimming & lunch

Natural pools work for swimming April-October (bring water shoes for slippery rocks). Riverside restaurants serve grilled fish and tajines for €10-12.

Things to know before booking your Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls day tour

  • Duration & timing: Tours last 10-12 hours total. Depart at 8am, return by 6pm. The drive from Marrakech takes between 2.5 and 3.5 hours. You spend 4-5 hours at the falls, enough for hiking, boat rides, wildlife, and lunch.
  • Transport: Shared tours use air-conditioned coaches with guides (best for solo travelers). Private tours give you dedicated drivers (better for families with kids or seniors). All include hotel pickup.
  • Physical requirements: The visit involves moderate walking on uneven terrain. You'll descend roughly 600 steps on dirt paths and stairs through olive groves (45-60 minutes), then climb back up (60-75 minutes). Not recommended for travelers with serious mobility issues, back problems, or wheelchairs. Seniors with good mobility can manage with breaks.
  • Inclusions vary: Lunch is not always included. Riverside restaurants serve grilled fish, tajines, and salads for 100-120 MAD (€10-12). Bring Moroccan Dirhams as cards aren't accepted consistently.
  • Local guides explain the ancient Berber grain mills and position you for safe macaque viewing. Some tours offer lunch add-ons (€10-12). Private tours let you leave at 7:30am to beat crowds.
  • Shared group tours (15-20 people) offer best value. Private tours give you dedicated guides and flexible timing. Combo tours pair Ouzoud with Agafay Desert sunset experiences.

Which Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls tour Is right for you?

Shared tours

Travel with a small group (15-20 people) in an air-conditioned coach. Hotel pickup at 8am, guided hike to the falls, boat ride at the base, and Berber-style lunch included. Return to Marrakech by 6pm.

  • Best for: Budget travelers, solo adventurers, couples, small groups
  • Duration: 10-12 hours (including transfers)
  • Price: Starting from US$22.38 per person

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From Marrakech: Full-Day Tour to Ouzoud Falls with Boat Ride and Lunch

Private tours

Your own vehicle, driver, and guide for the day. Leave earlier (7:30am) to beat crowds or take more time at viewpoints. Flexible pace for photo stops. Berber lunch and boat ride included.

  • Best for: Couples, families with kids or seniors, photographers, groups wanting control
  • Duration: 10-12 hours (flexible timing)
  • Price: Starting from US$168.44 for 2 people

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From Marrakech: Private Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike with Boat Ride & Lunch

Why book with Headout?

Your guide meets you at the vehicle and stays with you throughout the visit. What’s included is clearly stated upfront, including the boat ride, so you can focus on the waterfalls.

Main stops on your Ouzoud Falls day trip

Ouzoud Cascades

North Africa's tallest waterfall at 110 meters, thundering over rust-red cliffs in three tiers. Between 1pm-3pm, sunlight creates rainbows through the mist. "Ouzoud" means "grinding" in Berber, a nod to ancient water-powered mills in the gorge walls.

  • Duration: 2-3 hours
  • Included: Yes, all tours

Barbary Macaque Habitat

Wild troops of endangered Barbary macaques swing through olive trees. These are North Africa's only wild primates. Your guide knows their spots and safe viewing distances.

  • Duration: 30-45 minutes
  • Included: Yes, all tours

Boat ride to the base

Traditional wooden boats ferry you across pools to the falls' base. The 10-15 minute ride brings you close enough to feel the spray and hear the roar. Low-angle views are impossible from clifftops.

  • Duration: 15-20 minutes
  • Included: Yes, all tours

Ancient Grain Mills

Centuries-old Berber mills along cliff walls once ground wheat using waterfall force. Some structures remain semi-intact. Your guide points out millstone channels and explains how communities shared water power.

  • Duration: 15 minutes
  • Included: Guide explanation, all tours

Riverside Cafes

Clifftop and valley-level spots serve grilled fish, tajines, and Moroccan salads with direct falls views. Prices are fair (€10-12 for full meals). Vegetarian options available.

  • Duration: 1-1.5 hours
  • Included: Select options only

Scenic Viewpoints & Photo Spots

Multiple viewpoints along the clifftop and trail offer different angles of the 110-meter cascades. The best spot for rainbow photos sits midway down the trail. Between 1pm-3pm, mist creates natural rainbows when sunlight hits at the right angle.

  • Duration: 30-45 minutes total
  • Included: Yes, all tours

Your Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls itinerary

Morning (8am-11am)

Hotel pickup begins at 8am across Marrakech. Drive northeast through Middle Atlas foothills, passing Berber villages and olive groves. Stop at Tamellalt's natural bridge for photos and coffee (15 minutes). Arrive at Ouzoud around 11 am, and your verified guide will meet you at the vehicle.

Afternoon (11am-3:30pm)

Start your 1.5-hour guided hike down roughly 600 steps through shaded olive groves. Your guide explains ancient grain mills and positions you for safe macaque viewing. Reach the valley floor for the boat ride to the cascade base. Between 1pm-3pm, watch for the Ouzoud rainbow forming in mist. Swim in pools if weather allows, or relax at riverside cafes for lunch (not included, roughly 100-120 MAD).

Evening (3:30pm-6pm)

Hike back up at your pace (guides help anyone needing breaks). Depart Ouzoud around 4pm. Return to Marrakech by 6pm with drop-off at your riad or hotel.

Private tour note: Leave Marrakech at 7:30am to arrive before tour buses. Or extend on-site time until 5pm. Your schedule, your pace.

Best time to visit Ouzoud Waterfalls

Weather

  • Spring (March-May) brings maximum water flow from Atlas snowmelt. The falls roar at full power and landscapes glow green.
  • Summer (June-August) offers swimming weather but intense drive heat.
  • Fall (September-November) balances comfortable temperatures with strong flow.
  • Winter (December-February) sees reduced cascades but near-empty trails.

The rainbow hour

Between 1pm-3pm, sunlight at optimal angle creates rainbows in the mist. Photographers time visits around this. Your guide knows the best viewing spots. Overcast days skip this.

Crowds

  • July-August bring peak tour bus traffic, so expect 200+ visitors at midday.
  • Spring and fall see moderate crowds. Winter weekdays offer most solitude.
  • Private tours departing before 8am arrive ahead of shared groups (1-2 hours near-exclusive access).

How to get from Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls

Ouzoud Falls cascading over red rock cliffs in Morocco.
  • Pre-arranged transfers offer hotel pickups across Marrakech, air-conditioned comfort for the 3-hour journey, scenic stops at Tamellalt, and verified guides meeting you at Ouzoud.
  • Return transfers handle timing.
  • Quick online booking locks your spot during peak spring-summer months.

Rent a car in Marrakech and drive yourself. Gives maximum flexibility but requires confidence on mountain roads.

  • Best for: Experienced drivers wanting full schedule control
  • Time taken: 2.5-3 hours (via N8 and R304)
  • Approx price: US$35-50/day for rental plus fuel
Black sedan driving through Agafay Desert near Marrakech.

Grand taxis (Mercedes sedans seating 6) run intermittently from Marrakech's Bab Doukkala stand to Ouzoud. You share with local passengers.

  • Best for: Budget travelers comfortable with uncertainty
  • Time taken: 2.5-3.5 hours (depends on pickups and driver speed)
  • Approx price: US$9-12 per person (taxis only leave when full)
Luxury interior of private car for airport transfer with leather seats.

Hire a private driver without tour guide services, essentially a taxi for your group.

  • Best for: Travelers wanting transport comfort but exploring independently
  • Time taken: 3 hours each way
  • Approx price: US$92-117 for round-trip vehicle

Helpful tips for your day trip

  • Start early: 8am departures beat midday heat and crowds. Better rainbow photos, cooler hiking.
  • Wear closed-toe shoes: The 600-step trail has uneven stones, tree roots, occasional mud. Sandals don't work.
  • Bring a light jacket: Ouzoud sits higher than Marrakech and stays 5-10°C cooler, especially in shade.
  • Pack water shoes if swimming: Smooth underwater rocks turn slippery. Water shoes prevent painful falls.
  • Pre-book tours with boat rides: On-site sellers may overcharge independent visitors. Tours guarantee fair pricing.
  • Carry cash for lunch: Riverside restaurants accept cards inconsistently. 150-200 MAD covers meal and drinks.
  • Try grilled fish: Ouzoud restaurants serve fresh trout from Atlas streams—regional specialty.
  • Ask about grain mills: Most groups rush past, but these structures reveal cultural significance.
  • Rainbow timing: Appears between 1pm-3pm when sunlight hits mist right. Time your boat ride accordingly.
  • Buffer time: Return traffic through foothills adds 30-45 minutes summer weekends. Keep evening flexible.
Explore Ourika Valley from Marrakech

Trade waterfalls for mountain streams. Discover Berber villages, Setti Fatma waterfalls, and Atlas Valley views on a day trip starting from MAD 158.77.

Frequently asked questions about Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls day trip

Most tours last 10-12 hours total. You spend 6 hours traveling (3 hours each way with Tamellalt stop) and 4-5 hours at the falls. Depart at 8am, return by 6pm.