Morocco as a man travelling alone
Travel freely; dress and drink rules are the ones to keep in mind.
Places that suit you
- Imlil: Base for High Atlas treks. source
Know before you go
- Men should avoid walking around shirtless outside tourist resorts. source
- Shorts above the knee are best avoided for both sexes, especially outside cities. source
- In busy medinas and on beaches, keep your phone and bag close: pickpocketing and bag-snatching happen there. After dark, stick to the lively streets. source
- Marriage fraud and extortion attempts have targeted British nationals; keep your passport and return ticket safe. source
Tips that help
- Official guides carry a badge; in the medinas, many unofficial ones offer their services, often insistently. A smiling no is enough, and your riad can book a licensed guide. source
- In petit taxis, use the meter or agree the fare first; leave the taxi in a well-lit place if you feel uneasy. source
- Methanol-contaminated drinks have killed people; it cannot be tasted or smelled, so seek help fast if you feel ill after drinking. source
The law, plainly
- Drinking alcohol in the street or anywhere but a licensed bar or restaurant is illegal and can lead to arrest. source
- Morocco has zero tolerance for drugs, cannabis included; expect long jail terms and heavy fines. source
- 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
Good for you
Official advice
- UK FCDO Morocco safety and security. source
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