1The Ouzoud waterfalls at a glance
The Ouzoud waterfalls are in Azilal province, at the foot of the Middle Atlas. The water drops about 110 metres in several falls into a red-earth gorge surrounded by olive trees: they are among the highest waterfalls in Morocco.
At the top, viewpoints give the full picture. A path with steps leads down to the foot of the falls, where you will often see Barbary macaques. The waterfalls are easy to combine with Bin el Ouidane lake, about an hour's drive away.
2Which airport to start from
We have no agency in Ouzoud or Azilal: you pick up the car at one of our agencies and drive straight there.
| Start | Approximate distance | Indicative time |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakech Menara Airport | about 150 km | 2 h 30 to 3 h |
| Mohammed V Airport (Casablanca) | about 250 km | 3 h 30 to 4 h |
Marrakech is the closest starting point: the round trip can be done in a day. If you are staying in town, the car can be delivered to your hotel or riad for MAD 100. From Casablanca, allow two days instead, with a night on site or at Bin el Ouidane lake.
Distances and times are indicative, check them on your navigation app: the end of the trip is on country and mountain roads, slower than a motorway.
3Day trip or a loop of several days
- A day from Marrakech: leave early in the morning, arrive late morning, walk down to the foot of the falls, have lunch on site, and drive back to Marrakech in the late afternoon.
- Two to four days: land at Casablanca Mohammed V Airport, drive to Beni Mellal and Bin el Ouidane lake, then Ouzoud, and end the trip in Marrakech.
To finish in Marrakech after landing in Casablanca, choose the one-way option: flat extra of MAD 990 for Casablanca → Marrakech. The full route is described in our guide Bin el Ouidane and Beni Mellal by car.
4Which car and what budget
The roads are paved all the way to the site. A city car is enough for the day trip from Marrakech; for a loop with luggage or a family, an SUV or a 7-seater is more comfortable.
| Model | 1-2 days | 3-6 days | 7-13 days | 14+ days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dacia Sandero | 200 MAD/day | 190 MAD/day | 180 MAD/day | 170 MAD/day |
| Dacia Sandero Stepway | 200 MAD/day | 190 MAD/day | 180 MAD/day | 170 MAD/day |
| Renault Kardian | 400 MAD/day | 380 MAD/day | 360 MAD/day | 340 MAD/day |
| Dacia Jogger | 530 MAD/day | 504 MAD/day | 477 MAD/day | 451 MAD/day |
Example for the day trip with a Dacia Sandero: MAD 200, plus MAD 100 if the car is delivered to your hotel in Marrakech. For 3 days with a Renault Kardian (3-6 day rate): 3 × 380 = MAD 1,140. Standard insurance, VAT and unlimited mileage in Morocco are included; fuel and tolls are extra.
In high season, the base rental is 30% higher and lasts at least 3 days: see the high-season dates.
5Tips for your visit
- Leave early to enjoy the site before the hottest hours and the weekend crowds.
- Wear good shoes: the path down to the foot of the falls has steps and can be slippery.
- Do not feed the monkeys and keep your bags closed.
- Bring some cash for parking, drinks and small shops.
- Drive in daylight on mountain roads, especially in winter.
Photos taken on site by the MobilityLine team (November 2026).
6Frequently asked questions
How far are the Ouzoud waterfalls from Marrakech?
About 150 km, a 2 h 30 to 3 h drive. It is an easy day trip in a rental car.
And from Casablanca?
About 250 km, 3 h 30 to 4 h from Mohammed V Airport. It is better to plan two days, with a night on site or at Bin el Ouidane lake.
Can the car be delivered to my hotel in Marrakech?
Yes: delivery in town costs MAD 100 in Marrakech, to your hotel or riad. You can also pick up the car at Marrakech Menara Airport, open 24/7.
Do you have an agency in Ouzoud?
No. The car is picked up and returned at one of our agencies (Casablanca, Marrakech, Agadir, Tangier, Rabat and Fez airports, and the Ain Chock office in Casablanca).
Which car to go to Ouzoud?
A city car like the Dacia Sandero is enough for the round trip from Marrakech; an SUV (Sandero Stepway, Renault Kardian) or the 7-seat Dacia Jogger for a family or a loop with luggage.
Can I combine Ouzoud and Bin el Ouidane?
Yes, the lake is about an hour's drive away. See our 3 to 4-day route between Casablanca and Marrakech.
