Trade Marrakech’s bustle for the roar of water and olive-scented trails on a full-day trip to Ouzoud Falls. A guided hike, a short boat ride to the plunge pool, and a Berber tagine make this an easy introduction to the Atlas highlands.
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You arrive to the sound of water before you see it — a low distant roar that builds into a bright, billboard-clear thunder as the minivan winds up out of the plain. The Ouzoud falls appear around a bend: terraces of ochre rock cut by ribbons of white, the main cataract plunging roughly 110 meters into a green basin. Olive trees step down the slopes like old farmers; narrow trails thread between them and, if you pause, macaques will watch you from the boulders as casually as locals watching the road.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Average fitness; able to handle 3–5 km of uneven walking with short steep descents and ascents.
Wildlife
History
The falls sit on limestone carved by intermittent streams and are surrounded by small Berber villages where olive cultivation has shaped terraces for centuries.
Conservation
Visitor pressure can strain trails and local waste systems; avoid single-use plastics, follow paths, and do not feed wildlife to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Excursion to the Ouzoud Waterfalls in the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Early start beats the heat
Depart Marrakech early—roads are quieter and the best viewpoints are less crowded in the morning.
Wear grippy footwear
Trails include wet stone steps and short steep sections; trail runners or hiking shoes are recommended.
Carry cash and small change
Local vendors sell orange juice, snacks, and tips for guides—ATMs are scarce near the falls.
Don’t feed the monkeys
Feeding macaques stresses wildlife and encourages bold behavior; secure backpacks and camera straps.
Grip-soled hiking shoes
Protect your feet on wet stone steps and gravel trails.
1–1.5 L water bottle or hydration bladder
Stay hydrated in the heat—shops exist but carrying water avoids queues.
summer
Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, SPF)
Open viewpoints offer little shade and sun is strong, especially midday.
summer
Light rain jacket or wind layer
Highland weather can shift; a compact shell keeps you comfortable during mist from the falls.
spring