History: The Kingdom of Morocco is the most westerly of the North African countries known as the Maghreb – “the West”. It has Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines, a rugged mountain interior and a history of independence not shared by its neighbours. Its culture is a blend of Arab, Berber, European and African influences. Algeria and Western Sahara are the land borders to the south and east. Morocco is about the same size as California. The high Atlas Mountains separate the mild coastline from the harsh Sahara. The World Bank classifies Morocco as a lower-middle-income country with a GDP per capita of US$8368. On the current path, its GDP per capita will increase to US$10718 in 2043. What is Morocco known for? Rich History and Magnificent Monuments; Food Diversity; Camel Ride, Sand Dunes, and Quad Biking; The Staggering Atlas Mountains; Variety of Beaches; Ski Resorts of Morocco; Unique Culture of Morocco. Marrakech: Sitting at the crossroads between Arabia, Europe, and Africa, Marrakech has been a welcome port of call for far – flung visitors for more than a thousand years. It is the fourth – largest city in Morocco. It is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco and is the capital of the Marrakech-Safi region. The city lies west of the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. The maze-like medina and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Djemaa el-Fna are a testament to how much and how little has changed since the Moroccan city was founded in the 11TH century. While Marrakech tours can provide a fascinating insight into the city including architectural highlights like the Koutoubia Mosque and the Bahia Palace, many also follow in the footsteps of the old trade caravans out through the Atlas Mountains or onto the swirling sands of the Sahara Desert. Time zone: UTC +1 (CET) Official Name: Medina of Marrakech Demographics: The population of Marrakech was 928,850 as at 2014 census. Exchange Rate: The conversion rate of the Moroccan Dirham (MAD) to the Naira is 165.16 to one Naira (1N) while 1 Moroccan Dirham = 0.10 United States Dollar. That is, 100 MAD equals 10.20 United States Dollar. 100US$ to Moroccan Dirham is 977.58 Moroccan Dirham (MAD) according to the exchange rate of 7TH October, 2024, which is 9.775847. Best tours in Marrakech: Marrakech has many top-quality tours to offer. The top Marrakech tours right now are: Atlas Mountains and 3 Valleys & Waterfalls – Camel Ride Marrakech; 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek; Marrakech to Fez via Merzouga Desert 3 Day Morocco Sahara Tour; Marrakech to Merzouga 3 days 2 nights Sahara Desert Tour; From Marrakech: Desert & Atlas Mountains Day Trips with Camel Ride. Guided tours in Marrakech are worth any stourists’ attention given that the city has such a fascinating history and culture and experiencing this vibrant city with an expert helps bring everything to life. Even the more expensive ones not only provide peace of mind that you have a local expert leading you, but you will also discover hidden gems and have fun along the way. These tours vary in cost, but usually round out at about US$30 for a private half-day city tour. There are also sunset camel rides with dinner for around US$35, market tours and cooking classes for around US$40, and hot-air balloon rides for around US$150. You can select from guided day trips to the Atlas Mountains, Berber villages, Essaouira, or Ourika Valley that range in price from US$12 to US$25, and they go up from there for multi-day excursions. The activities you might experience on Marrakech tours include camel rides, hot-air balloon rides, desert quad bike rides, and exploring the city to see landmarks like Jardin Majorelle, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and Jemaa el-Fnaa. Many tours include drinks, snacks, or a meal, and transport from your hotel might be included. You should have a minimum of two days to explore Marrakech, and three days is ideal if you want to see all of the landmarks like Jardin Majorelle, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and Jemaa el-Fnaam and still have time to explore the souks and museums like Musee Yves Saint Laurent. If you want to do some day trips from there, for instance into the Merzouga Desert or the Atlas Mountains, four or five days would be better. The best time to visit Marrakech is generally the shoulder season months. This means March to May and September to November for the best weather (generally in the low 70s and up to the low 90s) and most affordable hotel rates. Although summers have extreme heat and see a lot of tourists, and while winter can be a good opportunity for warmer temperatures (up to the mid-60s), it’s also a popular time for other travellers to visit.
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