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Morocco with a group of friends

Riads, desert camps and road trips; know where you can drink and drive.

Places that suit you

  1. Marrakech: Main hub with tourist-savvy services. source
  2. Essaouira: Beach town on the Atlantic. source

Know before you go

  • Drinking alcohol in the street or anywhere but a licensed bar or restaurant is illegal and can lead to arrest. source
  • Methanol-contaminated drinks have killed people; it cannot be tasted or smelled, so seek help fast if you feel ill after drinking. source
  • Morocco has zero tolerance for drugs, cannabis included; expect long jail terms and heavy fines. source
  • Drink-driving is a serious offence, with fines and possible prison. source

Tips that help

  • Drivers need the 1968 international driving permit with a UK licence; the 1949 permit is no longer accepted. source
  • Night driving and mountain roads in bad weather are hazardous. source
  • Unlicensed ride-share taxis are a concern; agree a fare or use the meter. source
  • Alcohol can be bought at licensed shops for drinking in private. source

The law, plainly

  • Sex between unmarried people is illegal for Moroccan nationals; the rule on unmarried people sharing a hotel room does not generally apply to visiting foreigners. source
  • Drones need permission from the civil aviation authority; Canada says they are confiscated on entry. source

Good for you

  • Desert trips by 4x4 through an agency. source
  • Atlas treks with a professional guide. source

Official advice

  • UK FCDO Morocco safety and security. source

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Checked 2026-11-15. Every line links to its source.

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