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Morocco travel guides

Straight answers to the questions travellers ask us most: when to go, how long to stay, which desert to choose and what the roads are really like.

Twelve notes, one for each month of the year, pinned to colourful Moroccan zellige tiles Start here · 01 The best time to visit Morocco, month by month Spring (March to May) and autumn (late September to November) are the best times to visit Morocco for most trips. 4 min read · updated Read the guide
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Merzouga or Zagora: which desert trip suits you?

Choose Merzouga if you want the classic Sahara: the tall orange dunes of Erg Chebbi, which rise up to about 150 metres.

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How many days do you need in Morocco?

Seven days is the sweet spot for a first trip to Morocco: enough for one big region, such as Marrakech and the Sahara, or Fez and the north, without rushing.

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Marrakech to Merzouga: the road, the stops and the driving times

Marrakech to Merzouga is about 560 km of road, somewhere between eight and ten hours of driving without stops.

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What to pack for Morocco and a night in the Sahara

Pack light, loose layers that cover your shoulders and knees, a warm jacket for desert nights, a scarf against sun and sand, sunglasses, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes.

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  1. The best time to visit Morocco, month by monthSpring (March to May) and autumn (late September to November) are the best times to visit Morocco for most trips.
  2. Merzouga or Zagora: which desert trip suits you?Choose Merzouga if you want the classic Sahara: the tall orange dunes of Erg Chebbi, which rise up to about 150 metres.
  3. How many days do you need in Morocco?Seven days is the sweet spot for a first trip to Morocco: enough for one big region, such as Marrakech and the Sahara, or Fez and the north, without rushing.
  4. Marrakech to Merzouga: the road, the stops and the driving timesMarrakech to Merzouga is about 560 km of road, somewhere between eight and ten hours of driving without stops.
  5. What to pack for Morocco and a night in the SaharaPack light, loose layers that cover your shoulders and knees, a warm jacket for desert nights, a scarf against sun and sand, sunglasses, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes.
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