5. Explore the Scenery of Toubkal National Park
Central Morocco is home to North Africa’s highest mountain. Jebel Toubkal towers 4,167 meters above the landscape and lies at the center of Toubkal National Park, one of the country’s most popular trekking destinations, about 70 kilometers from Marrakesh.
If you’re just here for a day trip, there won’t be time to bag the summit for yourself (the ascent is a two-day climb best tackled in summer and early autumn) or to set out on the famous Toubkal Circuit trek, which takes seven to 10 days, but the landscape is a fascinating place to spend a day out from Marrakesh.
6. See the Ouzoud Waterfall
Hugely popular with both local Marrakshis and foreign visitors wishing to take a break from the city heat, this series of cascades lies about 150 kilometers north of Marrakesh within the Oued el-Abid Canyon.
The water here plummets over three terraces, dropping a total of 110 meters to the bottom of the canyon. There are numerous viewing platforms where you can take in the thundering water on the way down to the canyon’s base, and along the footpath, there is a good chance you’ll see Barbary apes.
The best months to come are between March and June, when the winter melt produces the most water.
The Ouzoud Falls Day Trip is a good choice if you want to experience these famous cascades without staying overnight. A local, expert guide shows you all the best viewing points on a one-hour walk to the bottom. Free time is provided for those who want to hike farther, or head into the water on a boat. Transport is included, with pickup and drop-off from Marrakesh hotels.
