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Ouzoud Waterfalls: Morocco's most spectacular falls
At 150 km from Marrakech, the Ouzoud Falls plunge 110 metres into a lush gorge. Barbary macaques, ruined mills and permanent rainbows: an exceptional natural site.
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At 150 km from Marrakech, the Ouzoud Falls plunge 110 metres into a lush gorge. Barbary macaques, ruined mills and permanent rainbows: an exceptional natural site.
- Nature and lush scenery
- Watching Barbary macaques
- Hiking into the gorge
- Waterfall photography
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2h30 from Marrakech (150 km)
110-metre waterfalls in three stages
Barbary macaques year-round — do not feed
Best time: March–May, Sept–Nov
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2h30 from Marrakech (150 km)
110-metre waterfalls in three stages
Barbary macaques year-round — do not feed
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Ouzoud Waterfalls
The Ouzoud Falls announce themselves before you see them: the fine mist rising from the gorge, the cooler air, the low roar of water.
The Ouzoud Falls announce themselves before you see them: the fine mist rising from the gorge, the cooler air, the low roar of water that precedes the spectacle.
Three parallel falls plunge from 110 metres into a natural pool surrounded by centuries-old olive trees and ruined mills.
Ouzoud at a glance
2h30 from Marrakech (150 km)
110-metre waterfalls in three stages
Best time: March–May, Sept–Nov
Barbary macaques present year-round
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Why are the Barbary macaques the stars of the site?
The Barbary macaques have become the undisputed stars of the site.
The Barbary macaques have become the undisputed stars of the site. Semi-wild, they approach visitors without fear — an enticing closeness that requires not feeding them.
Barbary macaques — good to know
Present year-round around the falls
Semi-wild, approach without fear
Never feed them directly
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How can you explore the gorge beyond the classic descent?
The descent to the base of the falls is accessible to all in a 20-minute walk.
The descent to the base of the falls is accessible to all in a 20-minute walk. For hikers, the Oued el-Abid gorges offer several hours of wild and uncrowded terrain.
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Nature and lush scenery
Watching Barbary macaques
Hiking into the gorge
Waterfall photography
Frequently asked questions
Everything about Ouzoud Waterfalls: Morocco's most spectacular falls
About 160 km, 2.5 hours by road via Beni Mellal. The road passes through beautiful olive grove scenery and Atlas hills.
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Excursion Cascades d'Ouzoud au départ de Marrakech
Évadez-vous vers les plus hautes cascades d'Afrique du Nord (110m) pour une journée de nature sauvage.
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