Practical guides written by our local team to help you plan your trip.
Tours and day trips
Horse riding on the beach in Essaouira
Galloping by the Atlantic between dunes and waves: what to expect and how to book.
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How to take the ferry from Tarifa to Tangier
Operators, crossing time, documents and tips for crossing the Strait.
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Things to see in Tetouan, the white dove of Morocco
A UNESCO medina, a Spanish quarter and fine crafts in Morocco’s most Andalusian city.
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Todra Gorge: Morocco’s grand canyon
Rock walls up to 300 metres and the Tinghir palm grove, on the road to the desert.
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Things to see in Asilah, the white medina by the Atlantic
Portuguese ramparts, murals and Atlantic sunsets, 45 minutes from Tangier.
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Khamlia: the village of Gnawa music by the dunes
Drums, qraqeb and hospitality: the Gnawa village at the foot of Erg Chebbi.
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Rissani market, the great souk of the desert
Donkeys, dates, spices and fossils: the most authentic market in the south.
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What to buy in Morocco and how to bargain stress-free
Argan, rugs, ceramics and babouches: what to buy, where and how to bargain.
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The hammam in Morocco: what it’s like and what to bring
Steam, black soap and a deep scrub: Morocco’s most traditional bathing ritual.
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Volubilis: the best-preserved Roman ruins in Morocco
Mosaics, arches and Roman columns among olive groves near Meknes.
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New Year's Eve in the Moroccan desert: celebrating in Merzouga
A sunset camel ride, dinner with Berber music and the first sunrise of 2027 over the dunes.
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Christmas in Morocco: what to expect and how to celebrate
Weather, atmosphere, churches and the best route for the holidays in Morocco.
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Marrakech to Casablanca in 8 days: day-by-day itinerary
Desert, imperial cities and the north in one route, ending at Casablanca airport.
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Marrakech in one day: what to see in 24 hours
A morning-to-night route to make the most of a single day in the Red City.
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Ramadan in Morocco: 2027 dates and tips for travelers
Expected Ramadan 2027 dates and everything that changes (and doesn't) for travelers.
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Things to do in Merzouga: activities and prices
Camels, horses, quads, buggies, 4×4, a photographer and desert camps — all prices.
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Merzouga desert camp: standard or luxury?
Standard at €70 or luxury at €200 per person per night: what changes and how to choose.
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Quad bike and buggy in Merzouga: prices and tips
Quads from €50 per hour, buggies from €120: prices, safety and best time.
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Desert photo and video shoot in Merzouga
A 2-hour photo and video session in the dunes for €500.
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Planning a Morocco trip from the USA
Nonstop flights, entry rules, safety, money and the private itineraries Americans love.
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Morocco trip from Canada: flights, entry and itineraries
Direct flights from Montreal and Toronto, entry rules, best season and private tours.
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How much does a trip to Morocco cost? (Prices in USD)
Flights, private tour prices in euros and dollars, daily spending and ways to save.
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Spain and Morocco in 2 weeks: the perfect combined itinerary
Madrid, Andalusia, the ferry to Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara and Marrakech.
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First trip to Morocco: 12 tips for travelers from the Americas
What to wear, money, bargaining, food, Ramadan, plugs and tipping.
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Long layover in Casablanca: what to do in a few hours or a day
Leaving the airport, the Hassan II Mosque, the corniche and a trip to Rabat.
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Things to do in Fes: the essential guide
The medina, the tanneries, the madrasas and the best viewpoints of Morocco’s spiritual capital.
Read more →Things to do in Chefchaouen, Morocco’s blue city
The blue medina, the kasbah, Ras el Ma, the Spanish Mosque and Akchour.
Read more →Things to do in Casablanca
Hassan II Mosque, the Habous, the corniche and art deco downtown.
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Things to do in Tangier
The kasbah, the Soccos, Café Hafa, the Caves of Hercules and Cape Spartel.
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Things to do in Essaouira
Medina, ramparts, the blue-boat port, argan and the windy beach.
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Things to do in Agadir
Beach, the Oufella kasbah, Souk El Had, Paradise Valley and Taghazout.
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Weather in Morocco: by region and season
Coast, mountains, desert and interior: what to expect each season.
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Moroccan food: typical dishes you must try
Tagine, couscous, pastilla, harira, tanjia, medfouna and mint tea.
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Morocco entry requirements: what you need to travel
Passport, visa, insurance, health and border questions explained.
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Is Morocco safe to visit? Honest advice from locals
Safety, common scams, women and families: honest tips from a local family.
Read more →Money in Morocco: currency, ATMs, cards and tipping
The dirham, exchange, ATMs, cards and tipping.
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What to pack for Morocco: a practical packing list
Clothes, shoes, the desert bag and essentials, season by season.
Read more →Marrakech in 3 Days: Day-by-Day Itinerary
Medina, souks, palaces, gardens and a desert or Atlas escape in one practical itinerary.
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Things to See in Rabat: 8 Must-See Places
The Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower, Chellah and a laid-back medina by the Atlantic.
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Things to See in Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou
The gateway to the desert: mud-brick kasbahs, film studios and Morocco’s most famous ksar.
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Morocco Itinerary: 7 and 10 Days
Two tried-and-tested routes for a first trip: Marrakech, the Sahara, Fes, Chefchaouen and the coast.
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How to Get Around Morocco: Train, Bus, Car and Driver
High-speed train, buses, taxis, hire car or private driver: what works best on each leg.
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Should You Hire a Car or a Driver in Morocco?
Licences, roads, police checks and costs: an honest comparison of both options.
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Sleeping in the Moroccan Desert: Complete Guide
Merzouga, Zagora or Agafay: what the camps are like, what to pack and how to choose.
Read more →The hammam in Morocco: what it’s like and what to bring
Steam, black soap and a deep scrub: Morocco’s most traditional bathing ritual.
Read more →Honeymoon in Morocco: Ideas, Routes and Tips
Romantic riads, a private night in the Sahara, a hammam for two and the Essaouira coast.
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What to see in Morocco: 10 must-see places
Marrakech, Fes, the Sahara, Chefchaouen, Aït Ben Haddou and five more places not to miss.
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The best time to visit Morocco
Season by season: the best months for the desert, the imperial cities, the coast and trekking.
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Things to do in Marrakech
The medina and souks, Jemaa el-Fna, gardens, palaces, hammam, food and the best day trips.
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Erg Chebbi: the desert of Morocco
Where the dunes of Merzouga are, how to get there and what to do: camels, 4x4 and a desert camp.
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