Atlas Mountains, Morocco - April 2026

We hired a driver for the day as we wanted to see the Atlas Mountains and Ourika Waterfalls. We were picked up at our Riad at 0900 and took about 90 minutes to drive up the mountain.

It was really overcast and misty in the lower part of the mountains. We stopped for a photo...

When we got to Ourika, the weather was clearer...

We crossed the river and started the climb. We could have hired a guide but it was pretty obvious and we followed other groups. It wasn't too bust so I'm glad we were early. Saw some monkeys on the way...

There were some rest stops along the way. Love the colours...

Of course there were markets along the way...

It was a steep climb and at times seemed a bit dangerous...

We got to the top, had a mint tea, and headed back down, thankfully a different way!

We took the more gradual path down, but it was a bit longer...

Got to the bottom and crossed the river to find our driver...

Had lunch by the river. 

We were a bit worried about these vans...

These meatballs were great...

Then we headed back to Marrakech. Great day and well worth the time spent.