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About the Tour
The plateau sits at about 2,600 metres, around an hour and a half from Marrakech on a winding road through the Ourika Valley. In a good winter there are lifts, equipment for hire, and donkeys to carry skis up the slope.
Without snow it is grazing land. Shepherds use the stone huts, and engravings cut into the rocks thousands of years ago are scattered across the plateau. When Marrakech is hot, it is a good place for a walk.
Highlights
- The mountain road up from the Ourika Valley
- Skiing or sledging in winter when there is snow
- Prehistoric rock carvings on the plateau
- High-altitude walks among shepherds' huts
- Lunch in the mountains
How the Day Goes
From your pickup in the morning to the drop-off at the end of the day.
Morning · Up to Oukaimeden
Pickup at your riad or hotel around 8:30. The road follows the Ourika Valley, then climbs in bends to the plateau, with stops at viewpoints on the way.
Midday · On the plateau
In winter, time on the slopes; equipment can be hired on site. The rest of the year, a walk across the plateau to the rock carvings and the shepherds’ huts, followed by lunch.
Afternoon · Back to Marrakech
The drive back down, with a stop in the Ourika Valley if you like, and drop-off in the late afternoon.
What's Included
Included
- Private vehicle and driver for the day
- Pickup and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Marrakech
- Lunch
- Fuel and parking
Not included
- Drinks
- Ski or sledge hire and lift passes
- Tips
- Travel insurance
Questions About This Tour
Is there always snow in winter?
No. Snow at Oukaimeden depends on the year, usually between January and March. We check conditions before your trip and suggest the walking day if there is no snow.
What should I wear?
Warm layers even in summer, as it is much cooler than in Marrakech, and walking shoes. In winter, proper snow clothes.
Can we change the timing?
Yes. You choose the pickup time, the stops and how long you stay out.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes. Let us know their ages and we adjust the walking and the stops.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your dates and group size and we reply with availability and a quote. When online booking is open for this tour, you can also reserve with a deposit by card or PayPal.
Book this tour
Send your dates and group size and we reply with a quote.
- Private tour, only your group
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Private tour, only your group
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Route and timing adjusted to you
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