9–10 hours
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7 people
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Anima Garden is 20 km south of Marrakech in the Ourika Valley — a full private day trip combines the garden visit with Setti Fatma waterfalls, a women’s argan oil cooperative, and traditional Berber villages, with door-to-door pickup from your hotel or riad from 9:00 AM. Available year-round, best March to June and September to November.
This is the Ourika Valley day trip with one extraordinary addition at the start. Anima Garden — created by Austrian artist André Heller — sits at the beginning of the Ourika Valley road and offers something genuinely unlike anything else near Marrakech. Two hectares of exotic botanical gardens, sculpture, water features, mosaics, and art installations set against the first foothills of the High Atlas. It is not a standard tourist attraction. It is a designed world that rewards slow, unhurried exploration.
After the garden, the day continues deeper into the valley exactly as the standard Ourika day trip runs. The road climbs into the High Atlas foothills, passing through Berber villages and terraced orchards above the rushing Ourika river. A stop at a genuine women’s argan oil cooperative gives context on Morocco’s most economically significant plant — the argan tree — and how its oil is extracted by hand using traditional stone mills.
The final destination is Setti Fatma, the valley’s most dramatic village at approximately 1,500 metres. A guided hike of 20–30 minutes through river boulders leads to the first waterfall — a cascade falling into a natural pool. Riverside Berber restaurants at the trailhead are ideal for lunch before or after the hike.
On Mondays, the route includes a stop at the Tnine Ourika traditional Berber souk — one of the most authentic rural markets within easy reach of Marrakech.
This is a private trip throughout. Your vehicle, your group, your pace. The addition of Anima Garden makes it a longer, richer day — expect to return to Marrakech around 18:00–19:00.
This tour starts from 89€ per group — confirmed price at booking based on group size and vehicle choice. Entry to Anima Garden is paid separately on-site (approximately 150–200 MAD per adult — verify current rate at booking).
Contact us via WhatsApp +212 600 316 681 or email [email protected].
Your driver arrives at your hotel or riad entrance at 9:00 AM. A slightly later start than the standard Ourika trip — the 9:00 AM departure allows comfortable timing at Anima Garden before the midday heat. Departure time is confirmed with you the evening before.
Anima Garden sits approximately 20 km south of Marrakech on the Ourika Valley road — around 30 minutes from the city. Created by Austrian artist André Heller, the garden covers two hectares with an extraordinary collection of exotic plants, tropical species, sculpted trees, mosaics, water channels, and contemporary art installations. Allow 1–1.5 hours to explore at a relaxed pace. A café on-site serves coffee, mint tea, and light refreshments (not included). Entry is paid directly at the garden gate — approximately 150–200 MAD per adult, verify current rate on-site.
Monday departures pass through Tnine Ourika's weekly market — one of the most authentic rural souks within reach of Marrakech. Berber farmers and traders from surrounding villages sell seasonal produce, spices, livestock, handmade crafts, and household goods. Allow 20–30 minutes to walk through.
A genuine women's cooperative on the Ourika road. Members demonstrate the full argan oil extraction process — cracking the hard outer shell, grinding the kernels by hand using traditional stone mills, and separating the oil. No pressure to purchase. Cold-pressed argan oil sold directly at fair prices.
Walk through a traditional Berber village in the lower Ourika Valley. Stone houses built into the hillside, terraced fields descending to the river. Your driver provides context on the architecture, agriculture, and the Amazigh culture of the High Atlas region.
Setti Fatma sits at approximately 1,500 metres — noticeably cooler than Marrakech. The hike to the first waterfall takes 20–30 minutes on a path following the river upstream, crossing stepping stones and climbing through boulders. The first waterfall drops into a natural pool. Riverside Berber restaurants are available for lunch at the trailhead (not included — budget 150 MAD per person).
The return to Marrakech follows the same scenic valley road. The drive back is typically quicker than the morning route.
Drop-off at your hotel or riad, or any alternative address in Marrakech.
Anima Garden is a private botanical garden and outdoor art installation created by Austrian artist and designer André Heller, located approximately 20 km south of Marrakech in the Ourika Valley. The garden covers two hectares and combines rare exotic plants, sculpted trees, water features, mosaics, and contemporary art installations in a setting that feels unlike anything else in Morocco. It opened to the public and has become one of the most distinctive day trip additions available from Marrakech.
Anima Garden is approximately 20 km south of Marrakech on the Ourika Valley road — around 25–30 minutes by private vehicle. It sits at the beginning of the Ourika Valley before the road climbs into the High Atlas foothills, making it a natural first stop on the way to Setti Fatma.
No. The entry ticket to Anima Garden is paid directly on-site and is not included in the tour price. The current entry fee is 140 MAD / €14 per adult — Children 12–16: 60 MAD / €6 per person — Child 0–11: free. The 89€ group price covers private transport, your licensed driver for the full day, and all other stops on the route.
The itinerary allows approximately 1 to 1.5 hours at Anima Garden. This is comfortable for a thorough visit of the two-hectare site at a relaxed pace. The garden also has a café on-site if you want a coffee or mint tea before continuing into the valley.
Yes and no. The route and all Ourika stops are identical — argan cooperative, Berber village walk, Setti Fatma waterfalls, and the Monday souk on Monday departures. The difference is the Anima Garden stop at the start of the day and the slightly later 9:00 AM departure. This product is designed for travelers who want the full Ourika Valley experience and the garden visit combined in one day.
Yes. The garden is entirely walkable on flat and gently sloping paths and is suitable for all ages. Children tend to enjoy the sculptural elements and water features. Comfortable shoes are sufficient — no hiking footwear needed for the garden section.
For Anima Garden, comfortable walking shoes and light clothing are sufficient. For Setti Fatma, bring closed walking shoes with grip for the waterfall hike. Pack sunscreen, a small daypack, and Moroccan dirhams for the garden entry ticket, lunch, and any purchases at the cooperative or souk. A light jacket is recommended in spring and autumn. Bring swimwear in summer if you plan to use the natural river pools.
Anima Garden has a café on-site serving drinks and light refreshments. At Setti Fatma, a strip of Berber riverside restaurants sits directly before the waterfall trailhead — grilled brochettes, tagines, Berber omelettes, and Moroccan mint tea. Budget 150 MAD per person including a drink. Lunch is not included in the tour price.
Anima Garden is generally open year-round, though opening hours and days can vary seasonally. We recommend confirming current opening hours when booking, as the garden occasionally closes for private events. We check this ahead of your departure date and will advise if there is any scheduling adjustment needed.
Yes — winter is one of the more pleasant times to visit. The garden is lush after autumn rainfall, temperatures are cool and comfortable for walking, and visitor numbers are lower than in spring and summer. The Ourika Valley beyond the garden is equally rewarding in winter, with fuller waterfalls and the possibility of snow on the higher Atlas peaks visible above Setti Fatma. Bring warm layers and waterproof shoes for the waterfall hike. The road to Setti Fatma stays open in all but the most extreme weather.
Contact us via WhatsApp +212 600 316 681, email [email protected], or use our online booking form. Provide your group size, preferred date, and your Marrakech hotel or riad address. We confirm your booking instantly by WhatsApp and email. Tours start from 89€ per group — final price confirmed at booking based on group size and vehicle choice.
| # | Discount group | From adult | To adult | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | €89.00 |
| 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | €178.00 |
| 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | €267.00 |
| 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | €350.00 |
| 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | €439.00 |
| 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | €528.00 |
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