Modest clothing
- Light trousers or long skirts
- Shoulder-covering tops
- Scarf for sun and mosques
- Swimwear for coastal riads private pools
- One nicer outfit for riads
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Morocco packing list
Medinas, desert tours, and coast — modesty, layers, and bargaining cash.
Quick answer
Morocco packing includes modest clothing covering shoulders and knees for medinas, comfortable walking shoes, scarf for sun and mosque visits, layer for cold Sahara nights, and small cash for souks — respect local dress norms especially for women.
Morocco spans Atlantic coast, Atlas mountains, and Sahara dunes — one trip, three climates. Modest dress reduces hassle in medinas and shows respect at religious sites. Desert nights get cold despite hot days; pack a warm layer even in spring.
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Morocco packing checklist
Footwear
- Sturdy walking shoes for medina cobbles
- Sandals for riads
- Closed shoes for desert camp chill
Desert & mountains
- Warm fleece or puffy for Sahara night
- Sun hat and sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Lip balm
- Daypack for camel tours
Practical
- Cash dirham small notes
- Cross-body bag
- Hand sanitiser
- Travel adapter Type C/E
- Offline maps medinas
Packing tips
- Dress modestly in medinas — blend in reduces unwanted attention.
- Confirm desert tour includes sleeping bag or pack liner.
- Haggle politely with smile in souks — start lower than asking.
- Drink bottled water if sensitive.
What not to pack
- Short shorts in conservative areas.
- Single heavy coat without day layers.
- Drone without permits in busy medinas.
- Flashy jewellery in crowded markets.
Frequently asked questions
- What should women wear in Morocco?
- Cover shoulders and knees in public medinas; looser fabrics cope with heat and norms.
- How cold is Sahara at night?
- Can drop sharply — fleece, hat, and long trousers needed even after 30°C days.
- Is tap water safe?
- Many tourists stick to bottled; use bottled for brushing if sensitive stomach.
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