FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Do I need travel insurance? Yes, it is advised.

2. Do I need a visa? No.

3. Do I need injections from the GP? No. 

4. What are the average temperatures: Summer 30-40oC, Spring/Autumn 20-30oC, and Winter 20oC.

5. How much are meals at local Moroccan restaurants? Around £5.

6. How much are taxis to/from the Airport? £15 each way using the taxi app 'in-drive' 

7. How is the wifi? The wifi can be slow. If you need a constant and fast internet connection while you are here, I recommending buying a local sim card at the airport for £20 (you will see the sellers opposite the luggage collection area)

8. What are the best things to buy in Morocco/Duty Free? Local produce such as argan oil for cooking and beauty, plus tagine pots, honey and almond butter. 

9. What is the tourist tax in the hotels? This is a small amount paid locally, specified on your booked if you need to pay it. It can be paid by card or local currency. 

10. What is the exchange rate? It varies, but usually just over 10 GBP to 1 Moroccan Dirham, so the easiest was to work things out is to take the 'zero' off the end, so if something is 10 Dirhams, it's 1 GBP.

11. Are there mosquitoes at night? Generally no, however some of the flies in the daytime do sometimes bite.

12. How can I contact you on arrival in the airport? There is free wifi at the airport and I will be waiting outside the main airport building exit doors.

13. What should I bring with me?...

The Bring list

1. Towel/Beach towel 

2. Flip flops

3. Hat

4. Sunglasses

5. Beach bag/gym sack

6. Trainers and socks

7. Natural fabric light coloured clothes (ie. white cotton t shirts)

8. Layers to wear in the evening (it does get a lot cooler at night)

9. Swimwear

10. Sun Cream > Arbonne Recommendation

11. Aftersun > Arbonne Recommendation

12. Insect repellant & antihistamines (if you are susceptible to getting bitten)

13. Books, audios and/or film downloads

14. Headphones

15. Phone/watch/FitBit/chargers

16. Adapter plug (EU)

17. Cards/dominos 

18. Water bottle

19. UK cash or bank card to get Moroccan Dirhams out here (exchanges available in the airport opposite the luggage collection area, and cash points available on your way out the airport).

20. Toothbrush (fluoride free toothpaste provided)

21. Snacks for the plane, ie. nuts, dark chocolate, apples and/or protein shake powder (and shaker).

22. 4 Wheeled cases > RyanAir/TUI Included Free Small Bag 40/25/20 Recommendation (no weight limit) - > RyanAir/TUI (only included free with TUI) Cabin Baggage 55/40/20 (max 10kg) - > EasyJet Included Free Small Bag 45/36/20 (max 15kg) - > EasyJet Cabin Bag 56/45/20 (no weight limit) - note with RyanAir & EasyJet it is usually cheaper (and easier!) to check-in a larger bag, than to but the larger hand luggage bag. > Large Check-in Bag

23. & don't forget your passport! (plus if you are flying with RyanAir or EasyJet print your return boarding pass as they don't accept electronic ones on your return. Plus note on your way back you have to get your boarding pass stamped by the check-in desk staff to enter the airport departure gates. Check-in desks often only open 2 hours before flights).

What Trips/Activities are available?... (approx. prices)

1. Sunset camel rides £10

2. Beach horse rides £10

3. Spa Hammam & Massage £10-£55 depending on quality

4. Luxury beach club by Hilton hotel (12 noon to 8pm) - Free for girls

5. Shopping at the local village (1 hour walk)

6. Shopping at Souk el-Had Agadir (Taxi £20 return)

7. Walk up to the Agadie Fort viewing point (Taxi £20 return) (or cable car up/down £12)

8. Land Train around Agadir £2  (+ Taxi £20 return)

9. Horse & carridge trip around Agadir £20  (+ Taxi £20 return)

10. Food tour (eat like a local) in Agadir £35

11. Jet Ski £20

12. Quad biking on the beach/desert £20

13. Beach buggy in the desert £20

14. Jeep Safari £20

15. CrocPark £30

16. BoatTrip £50

17. Paradise Valley (waterfalls in the Atlas Mountains) swim/hike £30

18. Fantasia Moroccan Show & Meal - £40

19. Souss National Park & Lunch - £50

20. Fishing - £50

21. Cooking class £30

22. Sandboarding £20

23. Surf lesson £20

24. Yoga class £10

25. Aqua park £10

26. Private dining - sea view

27. Private dining - dessert

Healthy Foods to eat at local restaurants:

• Salads

• Chicken Kebabs

• Kofta

• Mixed Seafood "Pil Pil fruit de mer"

• Mixed Grill

• Fish, Chicken, Lamb, Beef or Meatball Tagine

• Chicken, Lamb or Beef & Couscous (usually Fridays only)

• Avocado Smoothie