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Ourika Valley Organic Spice Gardens Visit
This scenic getaway will take you through the lush valley of Ourika, where you’ll explore organic and aromatic gardens. Your journey begins with a drive to Tnin Ourika (about 40 km, or a 45-minute drive), where you'll visit a saffron farm, "la safranière." Here, you'll learn about the fascinating history of this ancient and precious spice, its cultivation, and its culinary and medicinal uses. At the end of the visit, enjoy a soothing cup of Moroccan saffron tea. Next, head to Nectarome, the first organic and aromatic garden in the Ourika Valley, where a guided tour will introduce you to the local plants and their benefits. You'll also discover Moroccan natural cosmetics enhanced by modern science. Afterward, take part in a traditional Berber bread-making workshop, followed by a tasting of the bread alongside local organic oils. By midday, savor a delicious lunch made from fresh vegetables and herbs grown in the garden, served under a charming pergola. To wrap up the experience, relax with a foot bath and reflexology treatment, provided by certified practitioners. You’ll return to Marrakech by mid-afternoon.