Water
Jet-Ski at Lalla Takerkoust Lake
Few people expect a lake near Marrakech, but Lalla Takerkoust — a reservoir about 40 minutes south-west of the city, beneath the Atlas Mountains — is exactly that. On a hot day it is the place to open the throttle on a jet-ski across open water, a genuinely refreshing contrast to the dusty desert activities, with the peaks reflected in the lake behind you.
- Duration
- Half day (15–30 min ride slots)
- Price band
- From ~600 MAD (30 minutes)
- Group size
- Solo or two-up per ski
- Suitable for
- Ages 16+ to drive · passengers younger
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Overview
The lake was created by a dam on the Oued Nfis and sits in a wide bowl of rock and scrub, with lakeside cafés and restaurants along the shore. It is calm, open water — ideal for jet-skiing, pedalos and small boats — and the Atlas backdrop makes it one of the prettier spots near the city.
Jet-skis are hired in ride slots, typically 15 to 30 minutes, with a lifejacket and a quick briefing on the controls and the safe zones. You can ride solo or take a passenger two-up, and instructors keep an eye on the water. It is straightforward, twist-and-go fun that beginners pick up quickly.
Most people fold it into a lakeside afternoon: a blast on the jet-ski, then lunch at a shorefront restaurant looking out over the water. It pairs well with a morning quad or camel ride in the Agafay, which is on the same side of the city.
How it runs
A typical outing runs about Half day (15–30 min ride slots). Here is the usual shape of it:
- 1
Drive to the lake
Transfer about 40 minutes south-west to Lalla Takerkoust reservoir.
- 2
Lifejacket & brief
Fitted with a lifejacket and shown the controls, throttle and safe riding area.
- 3
Ride slot
Your 15–30 minutes on the water, solo or two-up, with staff watching from shore.
- 4
Lakeside lunch
Optional lunch at a shorefront restaurant with Atlas and lake views.
What to expect
Expect a short, high-energy blast rather than a long tour — ride slots are timed, and the fun is in the speed and the spray.
Expect to get wet and to feel the sun bounce off the water, so sun protection and a change of clothes matter.
What's included
- Jet-ski hire for your ride slot
- Lifejacket and safety briefing
- Staff supervision on the water
- Transfers on organised trips (varies by operator)
What to bring
- Swimwear and a change of dry clothes
- A towel and closed water shoes or sandals
- Waterproof sun protection and sunglasses with a strap
- Cash for the ride, lunch and any extras
Safety notes
- Wear the lifejacket at all times on the water — it is non-negotiable.
- Stay within the marked safe zone and keep clear of swimmers, boats and the shoreline.
- Drivers must be sober and are usually 16+; children ride as passengers with an adult.
- Follow the throttle and stopping brief; jet-skis have no brakes, so ease off early.
Frequently asked questions
Is there really a lake near Marrakech?
Yes — Lalla Takerkoust is a reservoir about 40 minutes south-west of the city, below the Atlas Mountains. It has open water for jet-skiing and boats, plus lakeside restaurants, and is a popular hot-day escape.
Do I need experience to ride a jet-ski there?
No. Jet-skis are twist-and-go and you get a lifejacket and a short briefing on the controls and safe area. Beginners pick it up quickly; you usually need to be 16+ to drive, and children ride as passengers.
What else can you do at Lalla Takerkoust?
Beyond jet-skiing there are pedalos, small boats, quad biking around the lake, camel rides and lakeside dining. Many people combine a ride with lunch at a shorefront restaurant.