What to Pack for 7 Days in Morocco (Cities, Mountains and Desert)

A week in Morocco often means a city medina in the morning, a 2,000-metre mountain pass at lunch and a desert camp at night. Here is how to pack light and still be comfortable everywhere.

Clothes

• Light, loose clothes that cover shoulders and knees: comfortable in the heat and respectful in the medinas and villages.
• A warm layer – fleece or light down jacket for the mountains and the desert night.
• Long trousers for the camel ride.
• A scarf or shesh against sun, wind and sand (you can also buy one in Merzouga and learn to tie it Berber-style).
• Comfortable walking shoes for medina streets and gorges, and sandals for the riad.

For the desert night

• A small overnight bag – big suitcases stay in the car.
• Head torch, sunglasses and sunscreen.
• A zip bag to protect your phone and camera from sand.

Documents and money

• Passport valid for your whole stay (many nationalities do not need a visa for short visits – check before you travel).
• The Moroccan dirham is a closed currency: you get it on arrival from ATMs or exchange offices. Keep small notes for tips and small purchases.
• Travel insurance.

Useful extras

• A power bank: the desert camp has electricity, but not always in every tent.
• A reusable water bottle.
• Wet wipes and a small hand sanitiser.
• Some space in your bag for carpets, argan oil and ceramics.

Not sure what the weather will be like during your dates? Ask us when you request your price – we will tell you exactly what to bring for your week.