Everything You Need to Know to Travel Confidently & Stress-Free
Morocco is one of the safest countries in the entire Middle East/North Africa region and safer than many European and Latin American destinations.
In 2024–2025, the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, and EU all classify it as Level 1 or 2 (“exercise normal precautions”).
Here’s the no-BS truth plus the practical tips that actually matter.
Real Safety Stats (Not Headlines)
- Violent crime against tourists: extremely rare
- Most common issues: pickpocketing (Marrakech & Fes medinas), overcharging taxis, occasional hashish hustlers
- Women travelers: 99 % of issues are verbal harassment (“la, shukran” + keep walking works 95 % of the time)
- Terrorist risk: lower than France or Belgium (UK FCDO 2025 assessment)
The 10 Golden Safety Rules for 2025
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Don’t walk alone in medinas after 1 AM
Perfectly safe until midnight, but empty alleys late at night = common sense applies everywhere. -
Use only official petit taxis (meter or agree price before getting in)
Red for Marrakech, blue for Fes, beige for Casablanca. Never get in unmarked “grand taxis” that approach you at night. -
Keep valuables in a money belt or hotel safe
Phone in front pocket, not back. Medina crowds are the only real pickpocket risk. -
For women: dress situationally
Shoulders and knees covered in medinas and rural areas = almost zero hassle.
Gueliz (new Marrakech), Casablanca Maarif, Rabat Agdal, beach towns = normal summer clothes fine. -
Download an offline map + Careem/InDrive
Careem is the Moroccan Uber (works perfectly in big cities). InDrive lets you set your own price. -
Never exchange money on the street
Airport and official bureaux de change give almost identical rates (and it’s legal). -
Drink only bottled or filtered water
Tap water in cities is technically safe but tastes of chlorine. All good riads and camps provide free filtered water stations. -
Ignore “the souk is closed today” or “come see my uncle’s shop”
Classic line to divert you to overpriced stores. A firm “no thank you” in Arabic (“la shukran”) ends it. -
Take licensed guides for Fes & Marrakech medinas
Official guides wear a badge and charge fixed rates (250–400 MAD/half day). Unlicensed “guides” sometimes lead to commission shops. -
Save these emergency numbers
- Police: 19
- Tourist police (big cities): 19 then ask for “police du tourisme”
- Ambulance: 150
- Our 24/7 emergency WhatsApp: we give it to every client
Safest Cities vs Areas to Be More Careful
| Very Safe (even solo female at night) | Safe daytime / cautious after midnight | Extra caution (but still fine) |
|---|---|---|
| Chefchaouen | Marrakech medina | Remote southern desert roads |
| Essaouira | Fes medina | Algerian border zone (avoid) |
| Rabat | Casablanca medina | Western Sahara military checkpoints |
| Agadir corniche | Ouarzazate |
Health & Insurance 2025
- No mandatory vaccines (except yellow fever if coming from affected countries)
- Tap water OK for brushing teeth
- Private clinics in big cities are excellent and cheap (€30–60 consultation)
- Get travel insurance that covers COVID-related issues and adventure activities (sandboarding, trekking, etc.)
Bottom Line
If you’ve traveled in Italy, Spain, Turkey, or Mexico City, Morocco will feel familiar – just more colorful and fragrant.
Want to Travel 100 % Worry-Free?
Every client gets:
- 24/7 emergency WhatsApp (real humans, not bots)
- Pre-booked licensed guides & private 4×4
- Hand-picked riads in safe neighborhoods
- Full safety briefing PDF before arrival
📱 WhatsApp: +212 663 752 058 (write “safety” for the 2025 safety guide PDF)
📧 Email: contact@amoroccotour.com
Come for the adventure. Stay for the peace of mind.