Tours in Morocco

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What’s the best time of year to visit?

   Summer is scorching in Morocco, so unless you’re lounging on the coast, or if you can handle the heat and want to avoid the crowds, we’d recommend going between March-April or September-November. If you want to avoid tourist season completely, then November-February is your best bet – but beware of extremely cold temperatures in the mountains, and plummeting temperatures at night in the Sahara.

2. How many days in Morocco is enough?

   That very much depends on what kind of experience you want. If you’re working with limited time and money then you can happily combine one city with a bit of countryside in a week – for example Marrakech and the Atlas Mountains, or Casablanca and the Sahara. For a more complete Morocco experience we recommend setting aside 10 days to two weeks, which allows you to see sea, mountains and desert alongside an eclectic range of towns and cities.

3. What’s the Moroccan climate like?

   Mediterranean! Summer (June-August) is extremely hot and very dry, while the months on either side offer a more pleasantly warm and sunny alternative. Winter can get very cold, particularly at higher altitudes, where rain and snow can be expected. Morocco has a very diverse landscape, so expect areas in the south, like the Sahara, to be warmer and drier than the mountainous regions to the north.

4. Can you drink alcohol in Morocco?

   Yes, you can drink alcohol in Morocco. It isn’t a dry country but there also isn’t a European or North American style drinking culture here, in part due to the majority Muslim population. That said, alcohol is sold in licensed shops and served in bars and restaurants. You’ll tend to find that the more tourist-focused establishments are more likely to sell alcohol – a hotel restaurant, for example – but you may have to opt for mint tea with your dinner at more traditional eateries. Be wary of becoming visibly drunk, as this is more shocking to the local population, and can be perceived as unpleasant or impolite.

5. What’s the currency in Morocco?

   Moroccan dirham

6. What’s the Moroccan language?

   Moroccan Arabic is the official language, although Standard Arabic and French are also widely spoken, and around 25% of the population speak Berber languages.

7. What is the time difference in Morocco?

   The time zone is West Africa Time (UTC+1), which is just one hour ahead of London, 6 ahead of New York and 9 hours ahead of Los Angeles.

8. Major Airports in Morocco:

   • Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
   • Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
   • Agadir–Al Massira Airport (AGA)
   • Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (TNG)
   • Fès–Saïss Airport (FEZ)
   • Rabat–Salé Airport (RBA)

9. What are the top places to visit in Morocco?

   • Marrakech – for the thrill of narrow streets and vibrant souks in the old medina
   • Chefchaouen – an extraordinary city in the mountains, almost entirely painted blue
   • Atlas Mountains – Africa’s longest mountain range, for incredible outdoor adventures and charming Berber villages
   • Sahara – bucket-list box ticking via camel rides and camping under the stars
   • Casablanca – follow in Humphrey Bogart’s footsteps 

10. What are the top five Moroccan dishes to try?

    • Couscous – the backbone of Moroccan cuisine
    • Tagine – an aromatic meat and veg broth, beautifully slow-cooked in traditional clay pots
    • Pastilla – a luxurious filo pastry pie, fillings vary by region
    • Harira – an extremely nutritious soup often used to break the fast during Ramadan
    • Chebakia – a sweet treat made of strips of dough – deep-fried and coated in syrup – in the shape of a rose