Ourika Valley Full Hiking Day — All 7 Setti Fatma Waterfalls

Go Further, Climb Higher and See the Waterfalls Most Visitors Miss

The standard Ourika Valley tour takes you to the first or second waterfall above Setti Fatma. Our full hiking day takes you all the way — through all seven cascades, up into the higher reaches of the Atlas above the valley, where the trail becomes quieter, the views become bigger and the experience becomes something genuinely special. If you are a confident walker and want a proper hiking day rather than a sightseeing tour, this is the Ourika Valley trip for you.

What’s Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
• Private transport (1h15 drive each way)
• Certified local hiking guide for the full day
• Guided hike through all 7 Setti Fatma waterfalls
• Traditional Moroccan lunch by the river in Setti Fatma village
• Visit to Berber village en route
• All permits and fees

Full Hike Details

Most groups visit only the first two waterfalls in Setti Fatma. Above the second cascade, the trail becomes steeper, the crowds disappear and the scenery becomes dramatically more wild. The upper waterfalls cascade through narrow gorges, over polished rock faces and through dense fig and oleander vegetation. Reaching the seventh waterfall requires a full day of hiking, crossing the river multiple times and scrambling over rocky terrain — but the experience is completely worth it.

Hike Facts

• Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
• Duration: Full day (~10 hours including transport)
• Hiking distance: Approx. 10–14 km round trip
• Elevation: Start at 1,500m (Setti Fatma) — reach approx. 2,000m at upper falls
• Suitable for: Active hikers, confident walkers, those who want more than a standard day trip
• Best season: March–June (high water) and September–November
• Shoes required: Hiking boots or shoes with grip — mandatory

Book the Ourika Valley Full Hike

Private departures available daily. This tour can be combined with an early morning Berber market visit (Mondays) or extended into an overnight stay in the valley on request. Contact Atlas Nomad Guides to book.