Travellers admiring the Ouzoud waterfalls from a viewpoint

Day trips

Day trip to the Ouzoud waterfalls

Morocco’s tallest waterfalls, 110 metres of cascades among olive trees, with Barbary monkeys on the trails.

Duration
Full day (about 10 h)
Departure
Your riad or hotel in Marrakech
Price
Price on request

Overview

The Ouzoud waterfalls drop 110 metres in several cascades into a green gorge in the Middle Atlas, making them the tallest falls in Morocco and one of its most beautiful natural sights. Trails lead around and down to the pools, through olive groves where Barbary macaques play.

It is a refreshing day out of Marrakech, especially in the warmer months.

Highlights

  • The 110-metre cascades of Ouzoud
  • A guided walk to the best viewpoints
  • Barbary macaques in the olive groves
  • Optional boat ride at the foot of the falls
  • Lunch with a view of the waterfalls

Full day (about 10 h)

Itinerary

  1. Morning pick-up

    Your driver collects you from your riad or hotel and drives you through the countryside, past villages and olive groves, to Ouzoud.

  2. The waterfalls

    Follow a guided walk along the trails to the most beautiful viewpoints. Keep an eye out for the Barbary macaques that live around the falls.

  3. Boat ride (optional)

    Take a small boat at the foot of the falls to get close to the cascades and feel the spray.

  4. Lunch

    Have a traditional Moroccan lunch at one of the restaurants overlooking the falls.

  5. Return to Marrakech

    After some free time to relax by the water, your driver brings you back to Marrakech in the late afternoon.

Included

  • Private transfer with driver from and to Marrakech
  • Local guide at the waterfalls

Not included

  • Lunch and drinks
  • Boat ride
  • Tips

Good to know

The path down to the bottom of the falls has many steps: wear comfortable shoes. Please do not feed the monkeys.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the drive?

About 3 hours each way.

Can we swim?

Swimming is possible in some pools at the foot of the falls in summer. Bring swimwear and a towel if you would like to.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. You travel only with your own group, in a private vehicle with your driver-guide, and the timing adapts to you.

Plan this trip with us

Tell us your dates and group size: we reply within 24 hours with a tailored proposal. Every tour is private and can be adjusted.

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