Ourika Valley Waterfall Hike & Berber Villages from Marrakech

Magnificent day in the Ourika Valley with Discovermarrakechcity

Excellent excursion with Discovermarrakechcity! Everything was perfectly organized. A big thank you to our driver Mustapha, very professional and friendly. The landscapes of the Atlas are magnificent, the hike to the Setti Fatma waterfalls was very pleasant, and the lunch by the river was a true moment of relaxation. I highly recommend this experience from Marrakech.

Response from the operator: Merci beaucoup pour votre excellent commentaire ,Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié votre journée dans la Vallée de l’Ourika. Mustapha sera très heureux de lire vos compliments. Merci pour votre confiance et votre recommandation.

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Exceptional

Superb experience, landscape, magnificent. The taxi was excellent.. the weather was perfect. Superb day.. perfect organization.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much,We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful landscapes, the organization, and the transport service,We hope to welcome you again

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Incredible excursion to the Ourika Valley.

We spent a wonderful day exploring the Ourika Valley from Marrakech with Discovermarrakechcity. Everything was very well organized, with a comfortable tourist transport vehicle, very kind and professional; the landscapes of the Atlas Mountains are impressive, and the hike to the Setti Fatma waterfalls was a fantastic experience thanks to the local guide. Lunch by the river was relaxing and authentic, perfect for enjoying nature and Moroccan culture. I totally recommend this excursion for those visiting Marrakech who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.

Response from the operator: Muchas gracias por su comentario Rolf,Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron de la excursión, los paisajes y el almuerzo junto al río,Gracias por su recomendación y esperamos verlos nuevamente en Marrakech

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It could be amazing, but it’s a waste

In my opinion, it’s a tourist trap, but I think that, unfortunately, many of the experiences on offer are. It’s not easy to get a proper idea of what this sort of tour is like when you’re booking, so I’ll try to describe my experience as objectively as possible. First of all, we were indeed a small group (11 people) travelling in a minibus, so that’s a plus. The driver was really friendly and drove carefully. The first stop is at the side of the road and lasts 5 minutes, giving you a chance to take a few photos of the mountains. Then, we drive on to a cosmetics shop (the sort you find in abundance in the medina). It was fine, nothing special, and I wouldn’t have minded if it had lasted 15 minutes, but we spent a third of the trip there (they go through every single product, every fragrance variant… In short, it’s not particularly interesting). We set off again to go for lunch. All along the way I spot loads of little spots by the water that look charming and where I’d have loved to eat, but of course we stop at the most touristy and crowded place of all – no canvas shade sails or Moroccan rugs here, just plastic sheeting and concrete. Fortunately, the river is still pretty and we’ve got a good spot. The meal arrives and it’s truly THE big low point of the day. I’ve never eaten so badly in Morocco and yet it was one of the most expensive meals I’ve ever had. I ordered a couscous; the semolina was dry and crunchy, and the sauce had a sickening smell. I took two spoonfuls and left the rest. The same went for the dessert. I ate a bit of bread, but even the bread wasn’t good. It’s a real scandal because the whole point of the day was to go and eat by the river, and it turned out to be the worst part. Afterwards, we set off with the guide (who was very good) on a walk leading to a waterfall. There were loads of people; all along the path there were stalls selling the same items as in the souk. Unfortunately, we hardly ever take the time to enjoy the scenery (which is magnificent, by the way); instead, we stop at the shops where they once again show you what’s for sale. Such a shame. The experience could have been incredible, the setting is superb, the driver and the guide were great, but all I’m left with is: meh…

Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We truly appreciate your honest comments, as they help us improve our experience for future travelers,We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the small group atmosphere, the beautiful scenery, and the professionalism of both the driver and the local guide. We are sorry that some parts of the experience did not fully meet your expectations, especially the lunch stop and the time spent at the cooperative shop(You should have chosen a private so you could select the best place to sit and have lunch ). We understand that every traveler has different preferences, and your comments have been noted carefully. Our goal is always to offer a balanced experience combining local culture, nature, and comfort,Your feedback regarding the restaurant and shopping stops will be shared with our partners to help improve the overall experience. Thank you again

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Amazing experience in Ourika Valley!

The excursion from Marrakech could not be better, not missing detail. The local guide made the experience even better. The place is amazing. I would always recommend it. I think it's the best company we've ever chosen. Thank you!

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