Morocco Tours

Language

Arabic

Tipping

Tipping is customary for obtaining good service. For service in restaurants etc. 10-15% is usual.

Currency

Dirham (MAD) 1MAD = 100 santimat - it is sometimes possible to obtain Dirhams outside of Morocco, however we advise against this, due to inflated exchange rates and also an import limit of 1000MAD. It is more advisable to obtain currency on arrival in Morocco, at the airport Bureau de Change, at a bank or a hotel. It is possible to withdraw local currency from ATM cash machines using your bank’s debit card. ATM’s are available in most towns and cities – although please be aware that there is nowhere to exchange money nor any ATM’s in Erfoud or Ouarzazate. You must ensure that you keep the exchange receipts for each transaction, as they may be required when converting your Dirhams back into Sterling when leaving Morocco as Moroccan Dirhams cannot be taken out of Morocco. This needs to be done landside at the airport before going through to airside, as Dirhams are not accepted in the Duty Free shops. Euros are often accepted, as payment in larger shops and restaurants but the exchange rate can be poor.

Culture

Based mainly on Berber traditions with a blend of Mediterranean ingredients and eastern spices, Moroccan cuisine can include Tagines (a slow cooked stew), couscous, argan oil and sweet mint tea. Alcohol is available in most hotels except on the holy day of Friday.

Phrases

Hello- Salam,
Goodbye- Ma'a salama,
Please- Min fádlak (to a man)/ Min fádlik (to a woman),
Thank you- Shúkran,
Yes- Náam, No- La

Timezone

GMT

Electricity

220-240 Volts, 50 Hz. 2 Round pins

Climate

Inland and in the south of the country, the weather is hot with a continental climate and limited rainfall. In the coastal areas, the warm Mediterranean climate can be affected by coastal winds and rainfall is possible throughout the year. In the mountains, temperatures are significantly cooler.

Health

For the latest country specific information please check the website for National Travel Health Network and Centre www.nathnac.org

Passports and visas

No visa is needed for British nationals to enter Morocco. A standard 10 year British passport is required for all holidays, which must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of return travel.

Flight time

From London to Morocco is approx 3 hours and 15 mins