Ouzoud Waterfalls Day Tour from Marrakech — Boat Rides, Monkeys & Berber Lunch
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in regular physical condition: able to handle a few steep, uneven sections and several hundred feet of elevation change.
Overview
A full-day escape from Marrakech to Ouzoud’s 360-foot cascades: a steep, scenic hike, a small boat ride in the plunge pool, close-up encounters with Barbary macaques, and a traditional Berber lunch overlooking the falls. Practical, photo-ready, and rich in local culture.
Ouzoud Waterfalls Day Tour from Marrakech — Boat Rides, Monkeys & Berber Lunch
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By midmorning the van pulls off a two-lane road and the landscape shifts: scrubby foothills give way to terraces of olive trees and flat-headed carob. You hear the falls before you see them — a steady roar that grows into a physical presence, the air cooling as spray pushes outward like a deliberate hand. At Ouzoud, water refuses to be polite; it throws itself over a 360-foot cliff in sheets, then breaks into fingers and cataracts that fan across stepped rock.
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Adventure Tips
Wear grippy shoes
Trails from the rim to the base are steep and often slippery; hiking shoes with good tread are essential.
Protect your camera
Spray from the falls can soak camera gear; bring a waterproof cover or ziplock for electronics.
Mind the macaques
Do not feed or approach the monkeys — they are wild and will take food or items from bags.
Bring small cash
Local co-ops and restaurants prefer cash for tips, souvenirs, and small purchases.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Barbary macaque (monkeys)
- Raptors such as Bonelli’s eagle or kites
History
The Ouzoud area has long been farmed by Amazigh (Berber) communities; terraces and olive groves here reflect traditional mountain agriculture.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged not to feed wildlife, to use marked paths to avoid erosion, and to support local co-ops that promote sustainable harvesting of argan and olive products.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provide traction and ankle support on steep, uneven trails.
Light rain shell or windbreaker
Shower spray and valley winds can make temperatures cooler near the falls.
spring specific
Waterproof camera cover or dry bag
Protect gear from mist and sudden splashes during the boat ride.
summer specific
Daypack with water and snacks
Carry 1–2 liters of water, snacks, and space for layers and purchases.