Marrakech: Private Atlas Mountains Day Trip with Lunch
Overview
For lovers of nature, fresh air, and adventure — and for travelers craving a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech — this private day trip takes you deep into the High Atlas Mountains, through unspoilt Berber villages and some of the warmest, most welcoming people you'll meet in Morocco.
This is a stress-free journey to the "real" Morocco. You'll step inside a genuine Berber home and share lunch with the family who lives there, take in panoramic views over the Ourika Valley, learn the story behind Morocco's famous organic Argan oil straight from the women who produce it, and try your hand at traditional pottery with a local artisan.
Because the day is entirely private, it moves at your pace — no crowds, no rushing, no fixed script. Just your group, the mountains, and a side of Morocco most travelers never see.
What's Included
- Traditional Moroccan lunch
- Argan oil demonstration
- Pottery initiation with a local artisan
- Dedicated private driver & personal accompanier for the day
- Round-trip transportation & hotel pickup/drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle (incl. insurance)
- Certified local Berber guide at Setti Fatma waterfalls
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Wherever you are staying in Marrakech, we'll come and pick you up at 9 AM. If you are staying outside of Marrakech, please let us know and we will try our best to make an arrangement for you.
What To Expect
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High Atlas Mountains
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Setti Fatma and the 7 Cascades
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ourika
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ourika Valley
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Marrakech-Safi
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+00).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Traditional Moroccan lunch.
- Argan oil demonstration.
- Pottery initiation with a local artisan.
- Dedicated private driver & personal accompanier for the day.
- Round-trip transportation & hotel pickup/drop-off.
- Air-conditioned vehicle (incl. insurance).
- Certified local Berber guide at Setti Fatma waterfalls.
- Gratuities (optional).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Marrakech: Private Atlas Mountains Day Trip with Lunch is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Marrakech: Private Atlas Mountains Day Trip with Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Traditional Moroccan lunch
- Argan oil demonstration
- Pottery initiation with a local artisan
- Dedicated private driver & personal accompanier for the day
- Round-trip transportation & hotel pickup/drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle (incl. insurance)
- Certified local Berber guide at Setti Fatma waterfalls
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
