How to get to Dakhla?
Dakhla is situated South of Morocco and you get here by plane, bus or by car.
Airline companies such as Royal Air Maroc and Air Arabia have domestic flights from Casablanca and/or others cities to Dakhla. You may also check Transavia for direct flights from Paris to Dakhla.
If you are planning to get to Dakhla by coach (bus) and/or minivan, you may check CTM and Supratours.
If you are planning to get to Dakhla by car, drive to the south of Morocco. Once you get to the last 40 kilometrs, take the road to Dakhla (there is a sign at the gendarmerie station).
Which is the nearest Airport?
There is only one airport and it’s Dakhla (VIL). It takes about 5 minutes to get to the hotel.
Is there internet connection at the hotel?
Yes. Wifi access is available for free in all our room as well as most facilities of hotels.
What Voltage is used?
The Voltage used is 220V; most devices from Europe with 230V can be used here. If you are not sure, plan to bring an adaptor.
Climate and seasons
Morocco is a land of contrasts. Bathed to the north by the waters of the Mediterranean, to the west by those of the Atlantic Ocean, it is also criss-crossed by the Rif and Atlas mountains and is subject to all sorts of climatic influences.
The coastal regions are popular with the sun. Throughout the year, it pours its rays and you can enjoy its benefits whatever the season. Thus, Agadir, on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean and main seaside resort of the country, offers to the amateurs of idleness 300 days of annual sunshine, mild temperatures and light trade winds. Further north, Taghazout, Mogador and Magazan are also worth the detour.
A little further inland, the climate abandons the Mediterranean mildness and becomes continental. The reliefs are more drawn and present sumptuous panoramas. It is the land of wide open spaces, the land of adventurers who can go trekking and hiking in all seasons.
In the south, the country opens onto the immensity of the Sahara. It is in spring and autumn that one must venture there. In the middle of the sands, the sun shines and reflects on the dunes. These desert expanses exude a sense of unreality. Ride a camel and engage yourself in one of the most beautiful paintings ever composed by nature.
Formalities
Do I need a visa to enter Morocco? What are the passport requirements? Get some essential information to make traveling easier.
Visa and passport
The need for a visa depends on your nationality. It is possible to submit and track applications for E-Visa or AEVM (Electronic Travel Authorizations to Morocco) through Acces Maroc portal.
For all nationalities, the maximum duration of the tourist trip is 90 days. A request for an extension can be made at the nearest police station to stay an additional 90 days.
For foreign nationals arriving in Morocco as part of an organized trip, a valid passport must cover at least the duration of the stay in Morocco.
To avoid any inconvenience upon arrival in Morocco, make sure you have a valid passport.
Means of payment
The exchange rate : In airports, in some hotels, in banks, in cities exchange offices are available to facilitate accessibility. The counters will require your passport for the transaction.
International credit card : Your bank will tell you where you can withdraw your money. ATM bank machines are widespread throughout Morocco. International credit cards Visa or MasterCards are accepted by most hotels, some restaurants, shops and petrol stations.
Health and well-being
Apart from universal vaccinations (tetanus, polio, whooping cough, diphtheria, hepatitis B), no additional vaccination is required to visit Morocco.
Some vaccines are nevertheless useful for individual protection of the tourist. In case of extended rural stays, it is strongly recommended to be vaccinated against rabies.
In case of a medical emergency, please call the single national toll-free number “141”.
Morocco has all the assets to become a privileged destination for medical tourism. Having a considerable worldclass know-how, the medical staff apply very competitive rates of care which can reach up to 50% compared to other countries.
Marrakech Healthcare City covers several specialities such as ophthalmology, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, genetics and maxillofacial surgery, and also has a beauty centre, spa, balneotherapy and hammam to complete the offer.
Currency in Morocco
The official currency unit of Morocco is the Moroccan dirham (DH) which is abbreviate (MAD).
Tickets : you will find tickets from 20-50-100-200 DH
The coins : The coins in use are 0.50-1-2-5 and 10 DH and 1-5-10-20 centimes.
How to pay?
In Morocco, like most countries in the world, you can pay by cash or credit card. When paying by credit card, the exchange rate applied is the current rate. The maximum commission depends on each issuing institution, it is generally 1%.
Where to change currencies?
In establishments that don’t give the possibility to pay by credit card, it is preferable to pay in dirhams. The best places to change your currency are the exchange offices that are located in the tourist squares of each city in Morocco. You can change your currency at the airport or in hotels as well.
Phone calls
To make calls from your mobile phone number, don’t forget to contract the “International” option with your telephone operator.
The network is generally well covered in Morocco.
It is also possible to buy a Moroccan SIM smart card provided that you have unblocked your mobile phone beforehand. You can also find refills in all kiosks.
Internet
Generally, all hotels in Morocco have a high-speed connection, and many establishments offer free WI-FI connection: restaurants, cafeterias, airports, etc.