Ourika Valley Day Trip - Reviews

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8.50 / 10

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Apr / 04 / 2026

Francisco Javier

Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, Spain

I travelled with small children

El valle de Ourika es precioso. Merece la pena ir aunque hay tramos un poco complicados por la montaña. Mohamed , nuestro chofer, fue muy puntual en la recogida. Tanto a la ida como a la vuelta estuvo respondiendo a nuestras dudas y preguntas. Una vez allí nos recomendó un sitio para comer, un sitio muy peculiar y colorido La vuelta fue fantástica Recomendamos tanto la experiencia como contratar esta actividad con Civitatis Translate this opinion into English.

The Ourika Valley is beautiful. It's well worth the trip, although some sections of the road are a bit challenging due to the mountainous terrain. Mohamed, our driver, was very punctual when we picked him up. Both on the way there and back, he answered all our questions. Once we arrived, he recommended a very unique and colorful place to eat. The return trip was fantastic. We highly recommend both the experience itself and booking this activity with Civitatis. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with small children

Sep / 23 / 2026

Sergio

Albacete, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Estamos muy contentos. Nos recogieron en el punto de encuentro con una puntualidad perfecta!! Estaban allí antes de la hora de quedada!! Coincidimos en nuestra excursión con una pareja de hermanas encantadoras y muy aventureras. La excursion estuvo muy bien, incluye la visita hasta la primera cascada. Luego la subida a las otras dos requerían un pago adicional. Nosotros no fuimos más allá por problemas de rodilla. Pero solo con llegar hasta ese punto, ya hicimos un buen recorrido. Merece la pena Translate this opinion into English.

We were very happy. They picked us up at the meeting point with perfect punctuality! They were there before the scheduled time! We met a lovely and very adventurous pair of sisters on our excursion. The excursion was great; it included a visit to the first waterfall. Climbing to the other two required an additional fee. We didn't go any further due to knee problems. But just getting to that point was a great hike. It's definitely worth it. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

Sep / 06 / 2026

Laia

Spain

I travelled with teenagers

El recorrido y el conductor muy bien. Al llegar nos indicó por donde ir y nos guardó el cochecito de nuestro hijo de 4 añitos. Subida y bajada y subida muy bien, si algo tenemos que decir es que estaba muy masificado. Comer en el valle y ver el ambiente muy bien y recomendable. Translate this opinion into English.

The tour and the driver were excellent. Upon arrival, he gave us directions and stored our 4-year-old son's stroller. The uphill and downhill rides were great; if we had to mention anything, it would be that it was very crowded. Eating in the valley and enjoying the atmosphere were very nice and highly recommended. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 02 / 2026

Alba Galbis Martínez

Alcoy, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Un viaje muy cómodo con nuestro guía Mohammed, hablaba español, nos recogió a la hora con furgoneta nueva y aire acondicionado. Nos explicó el itinerario y las paradas que íbamos a hacer. Paramos primero para hacer fotos en unas vistas panorámicas muy chulis. Luego paramos en una casa Bereber tradicional y después en una cooperativa de argán. Y por último llegamos al Valle de Ourika donde Mohhamed nos contactó con Karim nuestro guía hasta las cascadas, un chico majísimo que nos explicó todo. Translate this opinion into English.

A very comfortable trip with our guide Mohammed, who spoke Spanish and picked us up on time in a new, air-conditioned van. He explained the itinerary and the stops we would be making. We first stopped to take photos at some really cool panoramic viewpoints. Then we stopped at a traditional Berber house and later at an argan oil cooperative. Finally, we arrived at the Ourika Valley where Mohammed connected us with Karim, our guide to the waterfalls, a really nice guy who explained everything to us. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 19 / 2026

Javier

Alicante, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Fabulosa experiencia , atardecer y espectaculo de 10, el único pero que ponerle es el traslado, el mini bus de A/C andaba escaso y el viaje de ida se hizo un poco agobiante., supongo que será un problema de fácil solución..,...por lo demás un verdadero placer a ver disfrutado de esta experiencia. La recomiendo al 200,%. Translate this opinion into English.

Fabulous experience, the sunset and show were a 10/10. The only downside was the transportation; the air-conditioned minibus was a bit underpowered, and the trip there was a little tedious. I suppose it's an easily fixed problem... otherwise, it was a true pleasure to have enjoyed this experience. I recommend it 200%. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 09 / 2026

Jorge

Barcelona, Spain

I travelled with small children

Nuestro conductor y guía fue Mohamed y en todo momento muy atento. La excursión a las cascadas la hicimos con niños de 6 y 10 años, pero es bastante potente y requiere casi trepar y es una ruta de 1h de ida y vuelta solo hasta la segunda cascada ( la acortamos por los niños). Recomendable, pero si los pequeños se adaptan bien. La comida junto al río son 150DAM por persona. Translate this opinion into English.

Our driver and guide was Mohamed, and he was very attentive throughout. We did the waterfall hike with children aged 6 and 10, but it's quite strenuous and requires almost some climbing. It's a 1-hour round trip just to the second waterfall (we shortened it for the children). Recommended, but only if the little ones are comfortable with it. Lunch by the river is 150 DAM per person. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 05 / 2026

Carmen Beleña

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Fue muy buena, el coche con aire acondicionado y con un buen conductor. Y los guías en la excursión nos trataron de 10, yo tengo asma y me ayudaron en todo momento cuando la escalera se hacía más difícil.. El lugar donde se come en la ribera del río (al margen de ser una barbarie medioambiental) se agradece el descanso y el frescor del curso del río a tus pies. Translate this opinion into English.

It was very good, the car had air conditioning and a good driver. And the guides on the excursion were fantastic; I have asthma and they helped me every step of the way when the stairs got difficult. The place where you eat on the riverbank (aside from being an environmental abomination) is a welcome respite, with the coolness of the river flowing at your feet. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jul / 26 / 2026

Marcos Rosquete Izquierdo

La Laguna, Spain

I travelled with friends

El transporte, por parte de Ismail, cumplió con lo esperado, fue atento y condujo muy bien. Habla español. Ya nos tenía preparado un guía para ir a ver las cascadas, pareciendo que fuese obligatorio caminar con él, y dejándonos medio kilómetro antes del inicio del sendero para que parezca que ya venía contratado

Ismail's transportation was as expected; he was attentive and drove very well. He speaks Spanish. He had already arranged a guide for us to see the waterfalls, making it seem as if hiking with him was mandatory, and dropping us off half a kilometer before the trailhead to make it seem like the guide was pre-arranged.

I travelled with friends

Lamentamos la confusión generada durante la visita a las cascadas. Tomamos nota de tus comentarios sobre la organización de esta parte de la actividad para trasladarlos al proveedor y revisar cómo se comunica la asistencia de los guías durante el recorrido. Translate this opinion into English.

We regret the confusion caused during the visit to the waterfalls. We have taken note of your comments regarding the organization of this part of the activity and will pass them on to the supplier to review how the guides' presence is communicated during the tour. Opinion translated. Show original.

Jul / 10 / 2026

Alejandro

Alicante, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Fuimos con Ibrahim de conductor, hablaba español muy bien. Allí tienes opcion de coger guía (no lo hicimos) y subir la ruta de las cascadas. Luego tienes tiempo para tomar un té o comer al borde del Río. Nosotros éramos en total 4 en la furgo y nos vimos todo antes de las 2 (hora de recogida) y le pedimos a Ibrahim si podíamos volver antes y no puso ningún problema. Incluso al volver a Marrakech nos dejamos unas gafas en la furgo y le llamé y volvió enseguida para que las cogiéramos. Gracias!! Translate this opinion into English.

We went with Ibrahim as our driver; he spoke Spanish very well. There you have the option of hiring a guide (we didn't) and hiking up to the waterfalls. Afterwards, you have time to have tea or lunch by the river. There were four of us in the van, and we saw everything before 2 pm (the pick-up time). We asked Ibrahim if we could return earlier, and he didn't mind at all. Even on the way back to Marrakech, we left some sunglasses in the van, and I called him, and he came right back to get them for us. Thank you!! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jun / 13 / 2026

Ronise

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Nuestra excursión al valle del Ourika fue excepcional agradecemos a Ali nuestro chófer por su profesionalidad y nos hizo sentir cómodos durante todo el trayecto y también agradecer a nuestro guía Rached por su amabilidad durante la visita a la cascada. Recomendamos esta excursión a cualquiera que visite Marrakech Translate this opinion into English.

Our excursion to the Ourika Valley was exceptional. We thank Ali, our driver, for his professionalism and for making us feel comfortable throughout the journey, and also our guide, Rached, for his kindness during the visit to the waterfall. We highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Marrakech. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jun / 08 / 2026

Ana Maria

Barcelona, Spain

I travelled with friends

El conductor correcto. Nuestro guia Hassan un diez. En todo momento nos ayudó en el camino de la cascada, siempre con una sonrisa i mucha amabilidad. Gracias a él pudimos visitar el mercado semanal de Ourika que estava fuera de ruta y que valió mucho la pena visitar Translate this opinion into English.

The driver was excellent. Our guide, Hassan, was fantastic. He helped us every step of the way to the waterfall, always with a smile and great kindness. Thanks to him, we were able to visit the weekly market in Ourika, which was off the beaten path and well worth a visit. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jun / 03 / 2026

Sonia

Montréal, Canada

I travelled with my partner

Superbe randonnée avec un guide très intéressant. La cascade est très belle et rafraîchissante après une montée ardue dans la chaleur des montagnes. La tajine au retour, sur le bord de la rivière, fut la meilleure que j'ai mangé pendant mon voyage au Maroc. À faire avec de bonnes chaussures et une bonne forme physique. Translate this opinion into English.

A superb hike with a very engaging guide. The waterfall is beautiful and refreshing after a strenuous climb in the mountain heat. The tagine we had back by the river was the best I ate during my entire trip to Morocco. Good hiking shoes and a reasonable level of fitness are recommended. Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 24 / 2026

Anonymous

Valencia, Spain

I travelled with friends

Pagamos guía que nunca hubo y allí nos hicieron pagar uno para subir a la cascada ya que según ellos era peligroso y no lo íbamos a encontrar. Una vez allí el camino estaba claro y no hacía falta guía. Además te obligan a parar cuando ellos quieren y comer donde ellos lo deciden. No pudimos elegir porque al preguntarles a los guías contratado allí ponían mala cara.

We paid for a guide who was never there, and then they made us pay for one to climb to the waterfall because, according to them, it was dangerous and we wouldn't find one. Once there, the path was clear and a guide wasn't necessary. Furthermore, they force you to stop whenever they want and eat where they decide. We couldn't choose because when we asked the guides we'd hired there, they gave us dirty looks.

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Esta actividad no incluye servicio de guía, sino de conductor, que está allí para llevaros a los varios puntos del recorrido. Sentimos si no lo pudiste leer a tiempo. Translate this opinion into English.

This activity does not include a guide, but rather a driver who will be there to take you to the various points along the route. We apologize if you were unable to read this in time. Opinion translated. Show original.

May / 23 / 2026

Miguel

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Excursión magnífica, Hassan, el conductor maravilloso, habla bien español y es muy agradable, además de conducir muy bien. Al llegar subimos a las cascadas con Houssein, muy bien también, aunque no habla casi nada español, pero está pendiente en todo momento para ayudar en la subida y la bajada. El camino a las cascadas es fácil y corto, no hace falta ninguna preparación. Aunque pone que la excursión dura todo el día, se puede hacer en una mañana y volver a la hora de comer. Translate this opinion into English.

A magnificent excursion! Hassan, the wonderful driver, speaks good Spanish and is very friendly, in addition to being a very good driver. Upon arrival, we went up to the waterfalls with Houssein, who was also very good, although he hardly speaks any Spanish. However, he was always attentive and ready to help us on the way up and down. The path to the waterfalls is easy and short; no preparation is necessary. Although the tour is listed as a full-day excursion, it can be done in a morning, returning around lunchtime. Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 10 / 2026

Sonia León González

Córdoba, Spain

I travelled with small children

Genial!!! Nuestro conductor maravilloso, Hasan, súper amable y puntual. Es muy chula hacerla con niños (7 y 9 años). La subida a la cascada hay que hacerla. Es sorprendente y llevadera. Conviene contratar un guía para subir porque es económico, sabe el camino u te va explicando. Quizás lo “peor” es que tienes que comer en el chiringuito de turistas que tiene establecido civitatis, cuando hay decenas de bares a la vera del río más abajo que están vacíos y seguro son más económicos y auténticos. Translate this opinion into English.

Awesome!!! Our driver was wonderful, Hasan, super friendly and punctual. It's really fun to do it with kids (7 and 9 years old). The climb to the waterfall is a must. It's surprising and manageable. It's advisable to hire a guide for the ascent because it's economical, knows the way, and explains things to you. Perhaps the "worst" part is that you have to eat at the tourist shack established by civitatis, when there are dozens of bars by the river further down that are empty and surely more economical and authentic. Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 08 / 2026

Margherita Gomma

Verona, Italy

I travelled with friends

L’escursione alla Valle dell’Ourika è stata una bella esperienza. L’autista ci ha fatti passare attraverso sentieri in pendenza in macchina , tra i quali ha trovato uno spiazzo per farci fare delle foto. Arrivati alla Valle si può scegliere se fermarsi vicino al fiume per consumare un pasto oppure andare da soli verso le cascate dell’Ourika. Passando dall’altra sponda del fiume rispetto al parcheggio, le cascate si trovano camminando per 20/30min, in alternativa si può pagare una guida locale. Translate this opinion into English.

The excursion to the Ourika Valley was a lovely experience. The driver took us through sloping paths by car, where he found a clearing for us to take photos. Upon arriving at the valley, you can choose whether to stay near the river for a meal or go on your own towards the Ourika waterfalls. Crossing to the other side of the river from the parking lot, the waterfalls are reached by walking for 20/30 minutes; alternatively, you can pay for a local guide. Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 03 / 2026

Anonymous

Bulbao, Spain

I travelled with my partner

El chofer y el guia encantadores, muy majos!! Las cataratas preciosas y el guia nos llevó por una zona menos bulliciosa, muy atentos de que no nos cayeramos que debiéramos agua y lleváramos bien el camino, lo único que no nos gusto de la excursión es que te llevan a las cooperativas y te sientes un poco obligado a comprar cuando es más caro que en el propio Marrakech y la verdad una cooperativa está bien pero tres son demasiadas, hubiésemos preferido ir directos a las cataratas Translate this opinion into English.

The driver and guide were lovely, very friendly! The waterfalls were beautiful, and the guide took us through a less crowded area, making sure we didn't fall, that we didn't drink enough water, and that we were on the right path. The only thing we didn't like about the excursion was that they take you to the cooperatives, and you feel a bit pressured to buy things when they're more expensive than in Marrakech itself. Honestly, one cooperative is fine, but three are too many. We would have preferred to go directly to the waterfalls. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Apr / 10 / 2026

Florencia Gianasi

Spain

El valle y el trekking a la cascada, hermoso. Así que la excursión, muy buena. Un rato en la naturaleza para salir de Marrakech estuvo genial. Una sugerencia es que para nosotras, nuestro chofer (Ali) podría ser más prudente a la hora de conducir y adelantarse (pasar) a otros coches, y no mirar tanto por la ventanilla lateral cuando había otras personas o situaciones en ruta.

The valley and the trek to the waterfall were beautiful. So the excursion was very good. A little time in nature to escape Marrakech was great. One suggestion is that our driver (Ali) could be more careful when driving and overtaking other cars, and not look out the side window so much when there were other people or situations on the road.

Lamentamos cualquier inconveniente que las paradas y recogidas puedan haber causado durante la excursión. Nuestro objetivo es facilitar el acceso a todos los puntos del recorrido en el tiempo previsto. Agradecemos tus comentarios y los tendremos en cuenta para seguir mejorando nuestro servicio de transporte. Translate this opinion into English.

We apologize for any inconvenience the stops and pickups may have caused during the tour. Our goal is to ensure access to all points on the route within the scheduled time. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into account to further improve our transportation service. Opinion translated. Show original.

Sep / 27 / 2026

Lucía

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Todo fue bien. Nuestro conductor fue Hassan y fue un encanto. Translate this opinion into English.

Everything went well. Our driver was Hassan and he was a delight. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 25 / 2026

Pablo Humanez

Valencia, Spain

I travelled with friends

Actividad brutal, el valle es muy bonito y nuestro guía Karim nos acompañó a las cascadas, ese guía va a parte pero vale cada céntimo que pagues porque Karim fue increíble Translate this opinion into English.

Amazing activity, the valley is beautiful and our guide Karim accompanied us to the waterfalls. That guide is extra but worth every penny because Karim was incredible. Opinion translated. Show original.