Drive from Taghazout into a narrow, palm-lined canyon where river pools, a short hike to Tizgi waterfall, and a shared tagine lunch make for a refreshing half-day escape. Learn about argan production, visit a botanical garden, and swim in natural rock basins before returning to the coast.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A sun-baked road unwinds from Taghazout into the lower Atlas foothills and, within an hour, the landscape tightens: rocky escarpments give way to a green cleft where the river insists on finding pools and plunge holes.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking ability; able to handle 20–40 minutes on uneven trails and short, modest elevation changes.
Wildlife
History
The valley sits along traditional Amazigh routes into the Anti-Atlas; local villages retain crafts and agricultural practices shaped by limited water and terraced slopes.
Conservation
Respect water sources and local customs—avoid soap in pools, take all waste with you, and support cooperatives that pay local women fairly.
Reserve your spot on the Paradise Valley Half Day with Lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear grippy shoes
Stony paths and wet rock around the pools are slippery—light hiking shoes or water shoes provide traction and protect toes.
Bring cash
Small cooperatives and roadside vendors usually accept cash only for argan oil, snacks, and souvenirs.
Timing for the swim
Visit earlier in the day to avoid crowds and to swim while water is coolest and clearer.
Watch the weather
Flashier flows after rain can make pools hazardous—avoid swimming following heavy downpours.
Sturdy walking shoes or water shoes
Protects feet on rocky trails and provides grip on wet surfaces.
summer
Refillable water bottle (1–2L)
Hydration is important in the sun-exposed valley; water refill options are limited.
summer
Swimwear & quick-dry towel
Necessary for cooling off in natural pools and drying quickly before the return drive.
summer
Sun protection (hat, SPF 30+, sunglasses)
Open sections of the hike have little shade and the sun is strong year-round.
summer