Ouzoud Waterfalls Day Trip from Marrakech: Walk to the Base

Walk down to the base of North Africa's highest waterfalls

A guided day trip from Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls in the High Atlas Mountains, 150 km east, where you walk through Berber olive groves, descend into the gorge and stand at the base of the 110-meter cascades. The route takes you down to the pool, then back up past grain mills at the top, with time to swim and photograph the falls from multiple angles. Hotel pickup and an English-, Spanish- or French-speaking guide are included. Lunch at a riverside cafe is your own choice.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Ouzoud Waterfalls from Marrakech

• Pickup from Marrakech hotel
• Travel east to Ouzoud Falls
• Walk through olive groves
• Descend to gorge below waterfalls
• Stroll by river and view falls
• Take photos and optional swim
• Optional boat ride near cascades
• Visit cafes or restaurants for lunch
• Climb steps back to top
• Pause to see falls from various angles

The experience

The minivan leaves your Marrakech hotel in the morning and travels east through rural Morocco for about two hours to reach the falls. On arrival, the walk begins through olive groves tended by generations of Berber farmers: the terraced trees frame the gorge as you descend the stone steps toward the water. The path is steep but walkable, and the guide points out the grain mills built into the rock face that gave the falls their name.

At the base, you stand in front of the three-tiered cascade pouring into a pool. The water is cold and clear. You can wade in, swim if you want, or stay dry and photograph the falls from the rocks and the riverbank. A boat operator offers rides close to the cascades for an extra fee: close enough to feel the spray. Afterward, walk to one of the cafes or restaurants overlooking the river. They serve lunch (not included) and give you a place to rest before the climb back up.

The return path takes you past different vantage points of the falls and the mills, so you see the cascade from above as well as from below. The full day is about nine hours from pickup to drop-off, with the walking and the time at the falls built into that span. Children from age 2 are welcome, and the guide speaks your language: English, Spanish or French.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned minivan with hotel pickup and drop-off.
• local guide in English, Spanish or French.
• access to the falls and the walking paths through the olive groves and gorge.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Child (2 to 10 years)

GroupUp to 17

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availableNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Maroc Adventure

Is this one for you?Your hotel pickup and minivan ride handle the drive through rural Morocco, leaving you free to walk through olive groves, swim in the pool beneath the three-tiered falls, and explore the gorge without navigating the route yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 10 years).

How far is it from Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls?

Ouzoud Falls is 150 km east of Marrakech in the High Atlas Mountains. The minivan ride takes roughly two hours each way.

Can I swim in the water at the base of the falls?

Yes, you can swim in the pool at the base of the cascade if you wish. The water is cold. A boat ride close to the falls is also available for an extra cost.

Is lunch included in the tour?

Lunch is not included. There are cafes and restaurants at the site overlooking the river where you can eat at your own expense.

How much walking is involved?

You walk down stone steps through olive groves into the gorge, spend time at the base of the falls, then climb back up past the grain mills. The paths are steep but manageable for most fitness levels. Children from age 2 can join.