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GENERAL INFORMATION

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Morocco "Maghreb el-Aqsa", land of the extreme setting sun for the Arab-Muslim world, has preserved its Berber identity. Country both African by its Saharan facade, Mediterranean by its climate and its history with Andalusian Spain; it has existed as a state since the year 788 Apr. AD A welcoming country, a major stopover in the world, a kingdom of a thousand kingdoms. An incomparable country, attracted by great conquerors, which favored the mixing of its successive civilizations: Phoenicians, Romans, Berbers, Arabs, Andalusians, Africans ... With innumerable spiritual and material riches, as evidenced by the diversity of its folklore, its crafts, its costumes, its gastronomy

Morocco, both Berber and Arab, has managed to maintain an ethnic, cultural and linguistic balance. Seductive country where the sun, beaches, mountains, Sahara and oases, offer a diversity of extraordinary landscapes. King Hassan II used the metaphor "Tree whose roots plunge in Africa and which breathes through its leaves in Europe", to describe a country of exceptional harmony between tradition and Geographical location:

In the north of Africa, with an area of 710,850 km², Morocco is located in the far west of the Maghreb, only 14 km from Spain via the Strait of Gibraltar. Surrounded by the Mediterranean to the north and the Atlantic to the west, on a 3446 km seafront; to the north the Rif mountains, from the south to the east those of the Atlas, as well as a sea of sand to the south.

Geographical location :

In the north of Africa, with an area of 710,850 km², Morocco is located in the far west of the Maghreb, only 14 km from Spain via the Strait of Gibraltar.

Surrounded by the Mediterranean to the north and the Atlantic to the west, on a 3446 km seafront; to the north the Rif mountains, from the south to the east those of the Atlas, as well as a sea of sand to the south.

spoken languages

Official language classical Arabic, as well as dialectal Arabic, Berber and several foreign languages: French, Spanish, and English.

Religion

Islam (Sunni), in coexistence with other religions mainly Judaism and Catholicism whose practice is guaranteed by the constitution.

CLIMATE

Morocco has a temperate climate, varying according to the altitude and the seasons: in summer the country experiences the conditions of the hot arid zone and in winter the climate is mild except in the mountains depending on the distance from the ocean. In the South, the desert and dry climate characterizes the pre-Saharan and Saharan region.

Entry formalities

No visa is required for nationals from Europe and America, for a stay of less than three months. However, check with the Moroccan consulate in your country of residence.

Internet :

Very good coverage in 4G except some more remote areas. You can connect to WIFI everywhere.

Insurance :

Before leaving, it may be wise to take out insurance that will reimburse you for repatriation costs and medical costs in the event of a problem.
Some bank cards include repatriation insurance in their services. Check with your bank.

dress code :

Dress comfortably, be sure to respect the customs and traditions of the country. Women should wear appropriate attire (covering shoulders and knees) if there are visits to places of worship. No clothing restriction

what type of food should i expecting to eat ?

Morocco offers real gastronomy. Moroccan cuisine consists of soup, salad, grilled meat, fish and pastry. Its cuisine is famous all over the world.
(Avoid cold salads, orange juice sold in the streets, always drink bottled water even use it to brush your teeth)

money and banking hours ?

The current currency in Morocco is the dirham. Most credit cards are accepted, but we strongly recommend cash for purchases at local stores.

The dirham approx. (1 € = 11 DH or MAD) (1 $ US = 9 DH or MAD) Banks are open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. They are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Currency exchange offices: they are open every day except sometimes on Sunday afternoon; their opening hours are very wide.

It is easy to change money in Morocco, and the transaction is more advantageous than withdrawing cash or paying by card, which has a fee.
Note that banknotes must be in good condition for exchange, otherwise they may be refused.

Electrical equipment :

220V, the sockets are the same as in Europe.

Tariffs and factors

All prices are inclusive of VAT (the costs related to bank transfers and credit card payments are not included).

After each payment you will receive an email confirmation and an invoice.

Tips :

We select and choose our accompanying drivers, local accredited guides, so that you have the best service, hence the importance of respecting the minimum amounts suggested for tips Tipping is a highly recommended practice in Morocco since people who work in the tourist sector have a rather seasonal job.

The minimum amounts suggested are: (The amounts mentioned are in Moroccan dirhams) They will be grateful if you convert them into money dirhams when remitting tips.

  • Driver-guide: 60 to 70 dh per person per day
  • Local guides: Full day, 65 dh per person per visit
  • Local guides: Half-day, 30 dh per person per visit
  • Carriers of accommodation luggage: 7 dh per person ditto at the exit
  • Luggage porter of the Riad in Fez and Marrakech: 20 dh per person per Riad, ditto at the exit
  • Local lunch with service: 15 dh per person (per meal)
  • Dinner in the Riad with service: 16 dh per person (per dinner)
  • Camel driver for the camel ride: 15 dh per person (per hike)
  • Animation team and service at the Luxury bivouac: 30 dh per person (once)
  • Driver excursion in 4 x 4 in the desert: 18 dh per person
  • Housekeeper: at your discretion
  • For meals not included: Restaurants, cafes and bars: 10% of your bill

Luggage

For all our tours: limitation to 1 suitcase and 1 hand luggage (per person).

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Licence N°: 47D/2020

 CLUB VOYAGE EVASION

OUR OFFICE Office 9 / Imm 2 Avenue Allal Al Fassi Marrakech

Tel +212 524 33 24 52   Mob: +212 662039607

WhatsApp: +212 662039607

Email : info@clubvoyagesevasion.com

ICE : 002181315000082

Licence N°: 47D/2020

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