Pure Ourika Day Trip from Marrakech is the best way to see the real Morocco in one day. You will drive through authentic Berber villages, discover untouched nature, and see Marrakech and the plains from the top of the Atlas Mountains. Only local Berber people live there — no tourists, just friendly faces. You will also have lunch with a real Berber family in their home and learn about their simple, happy life in the mountains.
Private Pure Ourika Day Trip from Marrakech is a perfect way to explore the Atlas Mountains and discover authentic Berber villages. You will drive through small mountain roads with beautiful views over Marrakech and the plains. Along the way, your local driver-guide will share stories about Berber culture, traditions, and daily life.
You will see how local people live far from the city, in peace and nature. This tour is for travelers who want to feel the real Morocco, meet friendly Berber families, and enjoy lunch in a local home. The atmosphere is calm, the air is fresh, and the experience is unforgettable.
During this Ourika Valley day trip, you will have time for photos, short stops, and cultural exchange with locals. It’s an easy and safe adventure perfect for couples, families, and small groups who want a true Moroccan experience close to Marrakech.
Your Riad or Hotel in Marrakech if accessible by car.
If not, the meeting point will be Café de France at Jemaa el-Fna square or the nearest accessible point to your accommodation. (See Google Map)
08:30 AM Please be ready 10 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth and on-time departure from your accommodation or meeting point.
Private Pure Ourika Day Trip from Marrakech starts with a beautiful drive from the city towards the Atlas Mountains. You will pass through quiet roads surrounded by small Berber villages and green valleys. On the way, we stop beside the river to enjoy a traditional Moroccan mint tea and use the washroom before continuing our journey.
As we drive higher into the mountains, the view becomes more and more beautiful. You will reach the top of the Atlas Mountains by car, where you can see all of Marrakech from above an amazing panoramic view that you will never forget.
During this Pure Ourika Day Trip from Marrakech, you will also discover a hidden part of Morocco where no tourists go, only friendly local Berber people. You will walk through real Berber villages and meet families living in peace and nature.
The highlight of the day is a delicious lunch in a real Berber family house, in an untouched area surrounded by mountains. The atmosphere is calm and authentic, the air is fresh, and you will feel the true spirit of Moroccan hospitality before returning back to Marrakech.
departure from marrakech
Private Pure Ourika Day Trip from Marrakech starts with a peaceful drive towards the High Atlas Mountains. After about one hour of driving, we make our first stop at Anima Garden, a beautiful and artistic place full of colors and nature. The garden was created by the Austrian artist André Heller and is known for its creative sculptures, flowers, and calm atmosphere. It’s a great place to walk, take photos, and enjoy the fresh mountain air before continuing our trip through the Atlas Mountains.
mint tea beside the river
We then continue our journey to a small café beside the river in the center of Ourika Valley. Here we stop to drink a local Moroccan mint tea, use the washroom, and stretch our legs while listening to the sound of the flowing water. The calm nature and green surroundings make this stop very relaxing before we continue the adventure higher into the mountains.
the highest point of the atlas mountains
After the tea break, we take a detour and drive up to one of the highest points in the Atlas Mountains. From here, you can see all of Marrakech and the valleys below a very unique sight that you will never find in other parts of Morocco. This area is calm, untouched, and home only to local Berber people who still live their traditional life. We stop here to admire the incredible view, take photos, and enjoy a short walk on the flat top of the mountains.
driving through berber villages
Please note that this tour is not suitable for travelers who have problems with altitude, because we will reach around 3000 meters high. The drive continues through authentic Berber villages where we make several stops for photos and to meet local people. The scenery is full of red clay houses, green terraces, and panoramic mountain views that show the real beauty of Morocco far from the city life.
lunch with a berber family
We finally arrive at one of the most beautiful Berber villages where we are warmly welcomed by a real Berber family. They will prepare and serve a delicious homemade Moroccan lunch made from fresh local ingredients. The family’s house is located in the heart of the authentic village with panoramic views over the Atlas Mountains. Here you can talk, relax, and share a friendly moment with them they are kind, generous, and love to welcome visitors to their home.
return to marrakech
After lunch, we take a short walk to explore the area by foot and meet other local people in the village. You will see how Berber families live simply and happily surrounded by nature. Later, we drive back slowly to Marrakech, enjoying the peaceful mountain scenery along the way. This marks the end of the Private Pure Ourika Day Trip from Marrakech, and you will be dropped off comfortably at your accommodation with beautiful memories of real Berber life and untouched landscapes.
