Alternative Desert Morocco

Spring and autumn are ideal for visiting Marrakech, as well as the great Moroccan south, also the imperial cities. In summer it can be excessively hot in the south, and in the Atlas the winters can be harsh, and the nights cool all year round. In summer, prefer the beach circuits, and the north if you are traveling with toddlers and the elderly.

For a small or a big service, tipping is always welcome in Morocco. Regarding the tips of the drivers, it is your common sense. The drivers are paid. It’s up to you. Some customers are really very generous, and others do according to their means and their degree of satisfaction. It’s not an obligation. Regarding tips in cafes and restaurants, it’s also personal, on average we give 5% of the bill to 10% but likewise, it’s not mandatory, it’s more of a habit.

Zero risk never exists, however Morocco remains a safe destination for several reasons. Morocco has reinforced security in the tourist places, and you will see the police escorted by the army. The tourist police are present everywhere in Morocco, in civilian clothes. Spontaneous checks take place regularly, and you will be able to see it during a tour with us, the drivers are stopped on the road, and they are asked for all the papers in order, as well as the traceability of the tourists taken. (It is forbidden to transport, or accompany tourists without authorization, without approval).

In addition, before leaving on a trip you must (rather than listen to the “one says”) look at the diplomatic map published by the ministry of foreign affairs in your country. Morocco is a country which remains on normal vigilance. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has classified tourist regions in green on the official scale of vigilance. Fear does not avoid danger, but it can prevent you from depriving yourself of beautiful discoveries…. http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/

There are more risks of meeting a driver on the road than a terrorist, put it into perspective!

The most common language in Morocco is Arabic. However, English is frequently spoken in the busier cities and French is also widely spoken. It is useful to learn a few common Arabic words before your holiday to Morocco. This will show respect and help you in most social situations with locals. This is especially useful as vendors are known to be persistent at times, particularly in the souks when they are eager to sell you something. Some helpful words to know :

No = “La”

Yes = “Iyah”

Thank you = “Shukran”

How much? = “Shahal taman?”

Ok = “Wakha”