Ouzoud Falls, Morocco

Morocco's highest waterfalls — 110 metres of cascades, rainbows and wild Barbary macaques.

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Best time

March–June and September–October

Recommended

Day trip from Marrakech

Airport

Marrakech Menara (RAK) + 2h30

Region

Middle Atlas · Central Morocco

Three hours from Marrakech in the Middle Atlas, the Cascades d'Ouzoud are the country's most beautiful waterfalls — a 110-metre triple drop into a green gorge, often crowned with rainbows in the afternoon spray. A shaded path winds down past olive groves and old water mills (ouzoud means 'olives' in Berber), with troops of wild Barbary macaques along the way and small boats ferrying visitors to the foot of the falls.

What to see

Highlights of Ouzoud Falls

The main cascades

A 110m three-tier waterfall thundering into a pool — walk down to the base or take a small boat into the spray.

Barbary macaques

Wild, habituated monkeys live in the olive and oak woods beside the path — keep your distance and your snacks zipped away.

Gorge walk to El Abid river

A gentle trail continues below the falls into a green river gorge with riverside cafés and swimming spots.

Itineraries

1 tour that visit Ouzoud Falls

Every itinerary below is privately operated, fully customisable, and includes a deep stop in Ouzoud Falls. Click any tour for the day-by-day plan, the map, dates and pricing.

2 days

Mountains

Ouzoud Falls & Atlas Overnight

A two-day escape: the Ouzoud waterfalls — Morocco's most spectacular, at 110m — followed by a night in a family-run Atlas guesthouse, Barbary macaques in the cedar forest, and an olive-oil mill stop on the return.

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Before you go

Practical notes

Getting there: About 2h30 by road from Marrakech, north-east toward Beni Mellal
Best for: Nature, an easy day out, families, photographers

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FAQ

Ouzoud Falls — common questions

Is Ouzoud Falls worth a day trip from Marrakech?+

Yes — it's the most rewarding nature day trip from the city: dramatic waterfalls, wild monkeys and a green gorge, all very different from the medina and the desert. Go early to beat the afternoon crowds.

How long is the drive to Ouzoud from Marrakech?+

About 2.5 hours each way. A private day trip gives you several hours at the falls and a lunch overlooking the cascades before returning by evening.