What to wear and practical tips for Ourika
Shoes, clothes, money, photos, respect for local people: our practical tips for preparing a day in the Ourika valley from Marrakech.
- Shoes: closed, with a grippy sole, for wet rocks.
- Clothes: warm layer, windproof outside summer, shoulders and knees covered in the villages.
- Money: dirhams in cash for lunch, the guide, purchases and tips.
For Ourika, bring closed shoes with a grippy sole, a warm layer (it is cooler than in Marrakech), water, sunscreen and dirhams in cash. Clothing that covers the shoulders and knees is appreciated in the villages.
- Photos: always ask before photographing local people.
- Included in the trip: transport, driver and hotel pick-up, from €20 per adult.
Which shoes for the Setti Fatma trail?
The waterfall trail runs over stones that are often wet. Walking trainers or light hiking shoes are fine. Avoid flip-flops and smooth-soled sandals. See our guide to the Setti Fatma waterfalls.
What clothes to wear in the Ourika valley?
- A warm layer: even in summer, it is cooler by the water and in the evening.
- A windproof or light rain jacket in spring and autumn.
- Clothes that cover the shoulders and knees, out of respect for the villagers.
- In winter, a proper warm jacket.
Money and payment in Ourika
Cards are rarely accepted in the valley. Bring dirhams in cash for lunch, a guide if you want one, purchases and tips. Our article on the price of a trip covers the budget.
Photos and etiquette in the Ourika Berber villages
Always ask before photographing anyone, especially women and children. In a Berber house, take your shoes off if asked, and a tip is appreciated. Plastic bags and litter go home with you.
Your bag for a day in the Atlas
Water, snacks, sunglasses, sunscreen and a small backpack are enough. Everything else is organised: transport, driver and hotel pick-up are included in the Ourika valley trip, from €20 per adult.
Frequently asked questions about Ourika
Which shoes should I wear in Ourika?
Closed shoes with a grippy sole, for the wet rocks on the waterfall trail.
Is it cold in the Ourika valley?
It is cooler than in Marrakech, especially near the water, in the morning and in the evening. Bring a warm layer.
Do you need cash in the Ourika valley?
Yes, cards are rarely accepted there.
Can you photograph people in Ourika?
Always ask permission first.
Fancy going? Discover our Ourika day trip from Marrakech, or compare the Ourika Valley group tour and the private Ourika Valley tour.
