Ouzoud Falls tours, things to do and tickets

Nestled in the High Atlas Mountains, just a 150 km away from Marrakech, the Cascades d'Ouzoud is one of the most remarkable of the natural wonders to be found in the Atlas mountains. These 110-meter waterfalls, the highest in North Africa, are inspiring in their majesty. This day trip departing from Marrakech will allow you to explore the paths to the bottom of the falls take you through the groves of olive trees and offer many fine views of the falls and their surroundings. Follow other paths to the top of the falls where you can see many grain mills (from which the falls get their name), as well as an astonishing view looking down on the cascades.

A one day trip from Marrakech

Why not take up a one-day trip from Marrakech to the wonderful Ouzoud waterfalls. This small-group tour using a well-equipped mini-van will give you the chance to be amazed as you will discover some of the most beautiful sites of the Middle Atlas. The Ouzoud waterfalls are located 180 km north-east of Marrakech. they are the highest waterfalls in Northern Africa. The surrounding landscape is breath-catching and is home to a range of native birds and monkeys. The waterfall’s 100 meters drop cuts through the middle of a luxuriant crater and it is often enveloped up by a beautiful rainbow. The bottom of the falls is accessible through a well-travelled path, shaded by olive trees. The word “Ouzoud” means "the act of grinding grain" and it seems, the meaning is also echoed through a high prevalence of mills in the region. At the summit of the falls, there are a dozen old, small mills that are still in use.

Enjoy Ouzoud Waterfalls in Morocco’s Atlas Mountains on this excursion from Marrakech, which constitutes one of the most spectacular natural beauty areas in Morocco with an experienced, informative and knowledgeable guide.

Enjoy a day trip out of Marrakech city to the Ouzoud Waterfalls, which is a a unique must see place while you are in Morocco!

* The surrounding countryside offers red cliffs, oleander and doves and if you are lucky, you will catch a glimpse of some Barbary apes.
* Bird-watchers will enjoy a trip to the waterfalls, in addition to walkers who can enjoy the area at any time of year.
* There are plenty of places to have lunch with a view over the waterfalls from their terraces.
* A short walk will bring you to the top of the falls from where you can see small and constantly active mills.

Your journey to the Ouzoud Waterfalls begins at 08:00 am, we will pick you up from your accommodation in Marrakech, the trip is a 2.5-hour drive with some shortstops.
The journey is full of highlights while you discover the Ouzoud region & its amazing nature.
Hike through the forest and see the Berber Macaques and a variety of birds that live in the region .meet the genuine Berber people and get to know and experience their culture and lifestyle, this tour is designed to take you out of the crowded city of Marrakech and relax in the most beautiful waterfalls in North Africa . after a relaxing day we head back to Marrakech around 7:00 pm.