As seasoned motorhome travelers with years exploring North Africa, we've found Morocco—a land of endless contrasts—ideal for winter escapes. Discover its vibrant culture, hospitable locals, delectable cuisine, imperial cities, historic monuments, Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts, towering mountains, and vast deserts at your own pace. Our proven advice and routes below ensure a safe, rewarding journey by RV.
Embark from Algeciras or Gibraltar to Tangier for around €200 round-trip. Register your vehicle at the port; handle customs on the ferry. Alternatively, dock in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave, for on-site formalities. Budget about 5 hours from Algeciras to Tangier.
Visas, if required, are issued at customs. Ensure your motorhome's registration is in order; if towing a trailer on a separate document, avoid listing yourself as the owner—authorities assume one driver per vehicle. Heading south to Tarfaya or beyond? Complete a police card. Obey the road code: police and Royal Gendarmerie enforce it with modern speed cameras. Fines apply, but politeness goes far—they keep roads safe for travelers like us.
Fuel costs about €1 per liter—cheaper than France. Refill propane bottles for ~€15 at spots outside Marrakech, Meknes, or en route to Safi. Campsites offer electricity (though power may fluctuate). Tap water is potable but use caution in desert regions. ATMs abound in cities; cash is king as cards aren't universal. Pets need current vaccines, especially rabies, documented in their health records.
Wild camping is banned nationwide, especially on the Atlantic coast. Opt for campsites or welcoming southern families—affordable stays (€5-10/night) support locals and ensure security. Some spots see unofficial overnighting without fines, but it risks safety. Day stops in deserts or Atlas forests are fine; avoid nights alone.
For first-timers, plan 3 weeks to a month. This comprehensive loop showcases highlights of King Mohammed VI's realm—many RVers return hooked. Campsites (municipal/private) dot each stop; locals guide if needed.
From Tangier, hug the coast via Kenitra and Rabat. Pause at Asilah for its ornate fort and whitewashed houses. Camp at Moulay Bousselham or park in Rabat. Linger in Casablanca for beaches, the grand Hassan II Mosque, and bustling souks.
Continue coastally with ample campsites. Tour Safi's pottery workshops, then navigate to Essaouira's epic beaches, lively port eateries, and dramatic medina ramparts. Wander freely—its authenticity captivates.
Track the sea for stunning views. Stroll Agadir's promenade. In Taroudant, campsite + horse-drawn tour reveals fortified old town. Tiznit's municipal site hosts fellow French travelers. Push to Tan-Tan or detour to Tata.
Tata's mild winter climate shines. Traverse Draa Valley's colorful ksars amid palm oases (riverbed often dry). Reach Zagora, desert gateway; extend to M'Hamid's sands or Merzouga's dunes via Rissani (camel/4x4 sunset climbs). Stock fossils in Erfoud, then conquer majestic Dades Gorges—rent a 4x4 if needed.
Prime Morocco: Ouarzazate's film studios (Asterix sites). Iconic Ait Benhaddou ksar (film star). Marrakech merits days: Jemaa el-Fna's snake charmers and energy, souk haggling, palmery walks with Atlas snowcaps.
Detour Ouzoud Falls (Morocco's finest). Imperial Meknes: horse-carriage tours, Moulay Idriss tomb, vast stables, ramparts. Fez's medina: dye vats (mint nosegays advised), zellige workshops crafting enamels into art. Tour the ancient, ornate university. Return via Chefchaouen's blue streets and Volubilis ruins.
