Morocco Packing List 2026: Complete Interactive Checklist
Tap to tick items off — your progress saves automatically. Built from 25 years of Morocco trips, organised by category, with seasonal and regional add-ons for the Sahara, the Atlas mountains, and beach destinations.
Pack Smart for the Morocco You're Actually Going To
Morocco isn't one climate — it's four. Marrakech can hit 40°C while the High Atlas peaks have snow, and the Sahara goes from 35°C at noon to 5°C after dark. The right packing list depends on when you're going, where you're going, and how long.
This checklist starts with the core essentials everyone needs, then adds season-specific and region-specific items on top. Tick items off as you pack — your progress saves to your browser, so you can come back to it without losing your place. You can also print the whole list for a paper backup.
The 8 Categories Everyone Packs
These are the items every Morocco traveller needs, regardless of season or itinerary. Tick what you've packed.
Documents
9 items- ✓Passport (valid 6+ months past return) Essential
- ✓Photocopy of passport (stored separately from original) Essential
- ✓Printed flight tickets & e-tickets Essential
- ✓Your Gateway2Morocco itinerary (printed + on phone)
- ✓Travel insurance policy + emergency phone numbers
- ✓Credit cards + backup debit card Essential
- ✓Cash: $200–500 USD/EUR for emergencies
- ✓International driving permit Only if you plan to self-drive
- ✓List of emergency contacts (paper + phone)
Clothing (10 days)
14 items- ✓5–7 lightweight tops (linen, cotton, breathable)
- ✓2–3 pairs lightweight trousers or long shorts
- ✓1–2 long skirts or maxi dresses Women — culturally appropriate
- ✓Light scarf or shawl (sun, dust, mosques, chilly evenings) Essential
- ✓1 lightweight long-sleeve shirt (sun protection)
- ✓1 light cardigan or pullover (evenings + AC)
- ✓1–2 nicer outfits (riads + upscale dinners)
- ✓Swimsuit (hotel pools, hammams, beach) Essential
- ✓7+ pairs of underwear & socks
- ✓PJs / sleepwear
- ✓Sports bra For camel trekking comfort
- ✓Quick-dry travel underwear (saves washing)
- ✓Lightweight rain jacket / packable
- ✓Sleeping mask & earplugs Medinas at dawn = call to prayer
Footwear
5 items- ✓Comfortable walking shoes (already broken in) Essential
- ✓Lightweight hiking shoes or trainers For Aït Benhaddou, Atlas, gorges
- ✓Sandals or flip-flops (riad pools, hammams, beach)
- ✓1 pair nicer shoes for evenings
- ✓Compression / hiking socks (2+ pairs)
Toiletries
14 items- ✓Toothbrush + toothpaste
- ✓Eco-friendly shampoo + conditioner
- ✓Bar soap or body wash (TSA-compliant)
- ✓Deodorant
- ✓SPF 30+ sunscreen (large bottle — expensive in Morocco) Essential
- ✓SPF lip balmEssential
- ✓Quick-dry travel towel (small)
- ✓Wet wipes & tissue packs
- ✓Hand sanitizer (multiple small bottles) Essential
- ✓Razor + extra blades
- ✓Spare contacts + glasses + solution Bring backup glasses if you wear contacts
- ✓Hairbrush / comb / hair ties
- ✓Moisturiser (skin dries fast in the dry climate)
- ✓Feminine hygiene products Limited variety locally
First Aid Kit
12 items- ✓All prescription medications Essential
- ✓Imodium / Loperamide (traveller's tummy) Essential
- ✓Pepto-Bismol or similar
- ✓Pain relief (Ibuprofen, Tylenol, Advil)
- ✓Antibiotics (Cipro) Prescription needed — ask your doctor
- ✓Antihistamines (Benadryl, Claritin)
- ✓Band-aids + sterile gauze + medical tape
- ✓Moleskin / blister pads
- ✓Antibiotic ointment (Neosporin)
- ✓Throat lozenges + decongestants
- ✓Motion sickness pills (Dramamine) Winding mountain roads
- ✓Probiotics (taken 2 weeks before trip)
Tech & Electronics
10 items- ✓Smartphone + charger
- ✓Universal power adapter (Morocco uses European 2-pin Type C/E) Essential
- ✓Portable power bank (10,000 mAh+)
- ✓Camera + lenses + cleaning cloth
- ✓Spare camera battery + memory cards
- ✓Headphones / earbuds
- ✓USB cables (multi-tip recommended)
- ✓e-SIM activated Airalo, Holafly — or buy local SIM on arrival ($10)
- ✓Offline Google Maps + Google Translate (Arabic)
- ✓WhatsApp installed Standard messaging in Morocco
Bags & Accessories
9 items- ✓Main suitcase (soft-shell, easier in vehicles)
- ✓Day backpack (15–20L)
- ✓Anti-theft crossbody bag for medinas
- ✓Money belt or neck pouch (passport storage)
- ✓Wide-brim sun hat or capEssential
- ✓Sunglasses with UV protection (+ a backup) Essential
- ✓Reusable water bottle
- ✓Foldable shopping bag for souk purchases
- ✓TSA-approved luggage locks
Smart Extras
9 items- ✓Small notebook + pen (journaling, contacts)
- ✓Compact binoculars For Atlas birds + desert stargazing
- ✓Travel pillow for long drives
- ✓Snacks (granola bars, nuts) for transit days
- ✓Small flashlight or headlamp
- ✓Ziploc bags (waterproofing, organising)
- ✓Small gifts from home Children love pens, hair clips, small toys
- ✓Photocopy of travel insurance card
- ✓Print your Moroccan Arabic phrasebook
Seasonal & Regional Add-Ons
Layer these on top of the core list depending on when you're going and where your itinerary takes you.
Winter (Nov — Feb)
- ✓Warm down or fleece jacket
- ✓Thermal base layers (top + bottom)
- ✓Gloves, beanie, warm scarf
- ✓Warm pyjamas (heating is patchy in riads)
- ✓Waterproof shoes / rain layers
- ✓Hot-water bottle or hand warmers
Summer (Jun — Aug)
- ✓Extra-light linen / cotton clothes
- ✓Cooling neck towel
- ✓Heavy-duty bug repellent (DEET 30%+)
- ✓Electrolyte tablets (heat stroke prevention)
- ✓UV protection sleeve / long thin shirt
- ✓Extra sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Sahara Desert
- ✓Warm layer for desert nights (10–15°C cooler)
- ✓Bandana / scarf (sand protection on camel)
- ✓Closed shoes for camel trek (sand burns)
- ✓Sealed plastic bag for camera (fine sand)
- ✓Small daypack for overnight camp
- ✓Stargazing app pre-downloaded
Atlas / Trekking
- ✓Proper hiking boots (broken in)
- ✓Hiking socks (merino wool)
- ✓Hiking poles (collapsible)
- ✓Quick-dry hiking pants (zip-off legs)
- ✓Hydration bladder or extra water bottles
- ✓Knee braces if you have history
Six Pro Tips From 25 Years of Morocco Trips
Pack Light, Buy Local
Morocco's leather, textiles, and spices are world-class — and cheap. Leave 30% empty space in your suitcase for the things you'll inevitably buy in the souks.
The Scarf Is the MVP
One large lightweight scarf doubles as: sun cover, dust filter, mosque shoulder cover, evening warmth, beach blanket, and emergency picnic mat. Bring two.
Pack Small USD/EUR Bills
$1–5 USD bills are perfect for small tips at the airport, hammams, and during your first 24 hours before you hit an ATM. Keep them separate from your main cash.
Camera Settings First
Pre-set your camera to handle high-contrast scenes (white walls + blue shadow). Morocco's light is brutal at midday and gorgeous at dusk — golden hour is unmissable.
Wear In Your Shoes
Medinas are uneven cobblestone — blistering brand-new shoes on day one is the most common rookie mistake. Wear your travel shoes for at least 2 weeks before departure.
Bring Imodium, Not Bravado
Even healthy travellers get mild stomach upset from the water mineral difference. Imodium + electrolyte tabs in your day bag can save a whole day of sightseeing.
Frequently Asked
For a 10–14 day Morocco trip, one medium suitcase (22–26 inches) plus a day backpack is plenty. A soft-shell or duffel-style bag is easier to load into vehicles than rigid hard-shell luggage, especially on Sahara routes. Always leave 25–30% empty for souvenirs — Moroccan textiles, ceramics, and leather are world-class and you will buy things.
A universal power adapter (Morocco uses European 2-pin plugs, Types C and E). North American visitors forget this constantly and end up paying $20+ at the airport for a basic adapter. Bring one with multiple USB ports built in — even better.
Most mosques in Morocco are closed to non-Muslims — the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and Tin Mal in the High Atlas are notable exceptions. For those, both men and women should cover shoulders and knees. Women receive a scarf at the entrance if needed, but bringing your own light scarf is more comfortable and respectful.
Yes — major Moroccan supermarkets (Marjane, Carrefour, Acima) and pharmacies stock most everyday toiletries. But specialty items like high-SPF sunscreen, contact lens solution, tampons, and specific medications are limited and expensive. Pack these from home.
Not necessary — every riad, hotel, and decent guesthouse provides a hairdryer in the room. If you must bring your own, ensure it's dual-voltage (110V/220V) or you'll fry it. Morocco runs on 220V; North American 110V appliances will burn out without a heavy-duty converter.
Bring $200–500 USD or EUR cash as emergency backup. The Moroccan Dirham is a closed currency (you can't get it before arrival), so plan to withdraw from an ATM at the airport or your first city. ATMs are widely available and give better rates than airport exchange counters. See our full Morocco FAQ for currency tips.
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