Marrakech Day Trips - Top Day Tours From Marrakech

Roundtrip excursion in one day departing from Marrakech towards Ouarzazate, crossing Tiz’n Tichka to the interior of the Atlas, we will enjoy incredible landscapes and beautiful Kasbahs or fortifications that crown the Tichka port, up to the old palace known as “Lord of the Atlas.” We will also visit the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, one of the largest and best preserved in Morocco. This Kasbah has been declared a World Heritage Site and several famous films such as “Lawrence of Arabia” or “Babel” have been filmed there. After a visit to the village and surroundings we will return to Marrakech at sunset.

Visiting the Ourika Valley is the perfect counterpoint to a stay in Marrakech since at only an hour from Marrakech you have the opportunity to get to know a rural and authentic world populated mainly by Berber families who inhabit the Moroccan High Atlas. Despite its proximity to Marrakech, The Ourika Valley is still considered a relatively virgin valley; Having the privilege of being one of the best-preserved of the entire country, with an uncommon nature, is an ideal place to find the tranquility and escape the bustle of Marrakech. Discover the beautiful Ourika Valley, located between the mountains of the Atlas. If you are looking to make contact with nature and the rural population of this area of the country, this excursion through the valley of ourika will enchant you. The maximum splendor of the valley occurs in the months of February to April, when cherry blossoms and almond trees bloom, and mountain rivulets descend with fury, due to the melting of snow accumulated during the winter. In the area is the skiing station. Ouka ï meden (2.650mts), being a good destination in the summer season, to spend a fresh day in full nature

We will leave early (8:30 AM) for the Ouzoud waterfalls, located 160km from Marrakech in the small town of Tanaghmeilt, province of Azilal. After about 3 hours of road in which we will cross by numerous small towns with a rural atmosphere and where we can contemplate the locals in their daily chores, until we reach one of the most spectacular and amazing natural beauty areas, known for being the highest waterfalls in all of North Africa, which have a fall of more than 110 meters in height. At the top of the waterfalls we can find several mills, which are still in use today. The waterfalls are located in an idyllic landscape frequented by barbary monkeys, which make Ouzoud a more special place if possible. The path that runs through the waterfalls is divided into two types, there is the possibility of walking a cemented path with railing and another more natural. There are, of course, shops and restaurants (some on terraces with beautiful views) At the base of the waterfalls we can find numerous rafts to move the tourist as close as possible to the fall of the water. In the area you can also cool off in the cold water of the waterfalls. During the tour you can eat at one of the bars in the area, where you can enjoy the local cuisine and views of the waterfall without equal. In the afternoon you will return to Marrakech and we will leave you again at the hotel to finish this excursion

Your driver will pick you up at 08am, and start your Essaouira day trip from Marrakech, enjoying the natural surrounding country side, essaouira is a medieval city known for its annual festival of Gnaoua music and a UNESCO world heritage site. There are many things to admire during your Essaouira day trip from Marrakech such as its pleasant weather being close to the ocean, La Skala, place Moulay El Hassan, the port, the ramparts, and the Jewish district, you can take a stroll in its amusing narrow streets exploring the ancient French and Portuguese architecture, enjoy the beach, visit the harbour and enjoy a delcious lunch in one of the restaurants of the fishing port. Return back to marrakech in the evening at around 6pm.