Full-Day Ouzoud Falls Tour from Marrakech: Waterfalls, Barbary Apes & Olive Valleys
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a moderate fitness level—able to handle sustained stair descent and ascent and uneven terrain.
Overview
A full-day escape from Marrakech, Ouzoud Falls pairs a three-hour country drive with dramatic 110m cascades, olive terraces and curious Barbary macaques. Expect a day of steep steps, riverside viewpoints, optional boat rides and unbeatable lunch terraces above the falls.
Full-Day Ouzoud Falls Tour from Marrakech: Waterfalls, Barbary Apes & Olive Valleys
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You arrive before the crowd has fully formed: the road from Marrakech loosens into sun-baked red cliffs and wide bands of olive trees, and the sound of the falls finds you first—a steady, distant drum that grows into thunder as you descend.
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Adventure Tips
Hydrate for the stairs
There are almost 1,000 steps between viewpoints—bring 1.5–2 liters of water and sip regularly to avoid fatigue.
Wear grippy footwear
Worn stone steps and spray-soaked paths get slick—sturdy hiking shoes with good traction make the descent and ascent safer.
Keep distance from macaques
Barbary macaques are common; don’t feed or tease them and keep cameras secured to avoid snagging or theft.
Time for photos and rainbows
Mid-morning to late afternoon offers the best light for rainbows in the spray—plan longer stops then if shooting.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Barbary macaque (macaque), Kingfisher and various canyon-dwelling raptors
History
The falls lie in a rural olive-growing landscape in Azilal province; local communities have farmed terraces here for generations.
Conservation
Visitor pressure and trail erosion are concerns—stick to marked paths, use local guides and avoid feeding wildlife to reduce human impact.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Protect ankles and provide traction on wet, uneven steps.
Refillable water bottle (1.5–2L)
Hydration is essential for the long stairs and warm afternoons.
summer specific
Sun hat and sunscreen
Open viewpoints expose you to sun—use protection during daytime stops.
spring specific
Light rain shell
Useful against spray near the falls and for occasional rain during cooler months.
winter specific