With more than 1,000 miles of coastline spanning both its Atlantic and Mediterranean shores, Morocco has countless fine beaches. The Atlantic coast in particular is noted for its excellent surfing.
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A natural sand wall creates a lovely lagoon on Morocco's Atlantic coast, perfect for swimming in calm water, cruising in a small boat, kayaking and paddleboarding, while out at sea, windswept waves make for great surfing.
It's not as busy as the high season, so you can often get good deals on accommodations and tours, but the weather is generally more pleasant than in the peak summer heat or the chill of winter. A piece of advice: Morocco is not expensive so even if you visit during the high season, it won't really cost a lot.
As one of the most diverse countries in the world, Morocco is a perfect destination for a luxury vacation or private tour. With its rich kaleidoscope of culture, history, and landscapes travelers will find so much to see and do.
Yes, you can wear jeans in Marrakech. You might want to avoid really tight-fitting jeans, partly because when it's hot they'll be really restrictive, and you might get stared at a little more. You can always wear a longer top that covers you up if you're worried about feeling uncomfortable.
Morocco allows the consumption of alcohol. Alcohol must be purchased and consumed in licensed hotels, bars, and tourist areas. You can also buy alcohol in most major supermarkets. The alcohol section is usually in a separate room from the main supermarket.
The warmest water temperature is in August with an average around 73.9°F / 23.3°C. The coldest month is February with an average water temperature of 62.6°F / 17.0°C.
Beachwear is only appropriate at the beach, regarding bikinis, You won't have any problem in a hotel so you can wear any type of bathing suit that you want. However, it should be mentioned that you might not feel as comfortable on some Moroccan beaches.
The modern tourist industry capitalizes on Morocco's ancient Roman and Islamic sites, and on its landscape and cultural history. 60% of Morocco's tourists visit for its culture and heritage. Agadir is a major coastal resort and has a third of all Moroccan bed nights. It is a base for tours to the Atlas Mountains.
Marrakesh is Morocco's fourth-largest city and one of the country's major tourist spots. To see it, ideally, you'll want to allocate at least two to three days, although those with less time to spare can still enjoy the experience.
As a US citizen on a budget, you can easily spend $30 USD per day in Morocco by staying in hostels and eating street food. See also: Should women travel alone to Morocco? Morocco itinerary for 5, 7, 10 and 14 days.
There is rarely violent crime in Morocco and it almost never targets foreigners. The Moroccans are very welcoming and love to share their traditions and culture with foreign tourists. Moroccans love to meet foreigners and practice their English with them…
Casablanca is a more modern, business-oriented location. It still holds an enormous amount of history and interest, but combines that with bustling streets and a title of Morocco's business capital. Marrakech is a more popular tourist spot, combining phenomenal scenery and architecture with a remarkable history.
Two weeks in Morocco is enough time for a proper grand tour, from the souks of Fes and Marrakesh to the glittering Sahara, High Atlas mountains, and windy Atlantic coast.
That's why I decided to share our 6 days itinerary from a few months ago in the city. One week in Marrakech was just perfect, enough days to see everything and visit some villages. Of course, if you don't have one week, I would recommend at least four days to enjoy the city.
Passports and Visas:You must have a valid passport with at least one blank page. Visas are not required for visits lasting less than 90 days. Visit the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco website for the most current visa information.