Packing List

Fashion in Morocco

Moroccan Fashion is a mix of traditional clothing with modern looks. Street-style of Morocco has become a hybrid of internet trends and traditional styles. This look has even made it to the international fashion runways such as Gucci and Vogue. The clothing for men and women  consists of long flowing robes with hoods or headscarves and traditional slippers. Made out of bright colors and luxurious fabrics, these  costumes have been cultivated since the ancient times of Moroccan history, and still are a part of the living tradition of the country today.

In cities like Marrakesh, Rabat and Essaouira you will see a blend of Western and traditional dress. As a tourist enjoy the opportunity to wear a Kaftan or a Djelaba. Do not misinterpret Moroccan modesty for lack of fashion and dress up. Wear color, flowing fabrics and vibrant prints. Pick out beautiful fabric and have something tailor-made. Bring your favorite scarf to protect you from the heat or sand.  Men, know that long pants are most common but shorts are accepted. Do consider the length and your posture, especially when sitting. Men, if you go to the desert search for a loose Gandoura called the Deraia and women find the Melhfa which is a popular dress worn by the Sahrawi women of the south. Then by camel or by foot you will be transported in time and protected from the sun, wind and sand.

Pre-deparure Morocco Travel essentials

• Passport and visa if required
• Comprehensive travel insurance
• Airline Tickets
• Debit or Credit Cards 
• Cash (Euro, USD and other major currency notes, Australian dollars and travellers cheques are not accepted
• Emergency Information
• Photocopies of Documentation: (passport and tickets). You can also scan these, upload them to the internet, and email them to yourself. Internet access is widely available in all major cities and most small ones in Morocco).

Travel Medicines

• Pepto-Bismol or Imodium for traveler’s diarrhea
• Motion sickness pills
• Cold medicine: Decongestant, antihistamine, cough syrup
• Aspirin, Tylenol, or other Pain relievers
• Hydrocortisone cream
• Iodine purifying tablets or a steri-pen
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses (or prescription glasses/ contact lenses, and solution)

Travel Clothing

Remember that Morocco gets very cold in the winter and layering is important! Conservative clothing is worn throughout Morocco 

• Bathing suit (for beach resorts, hotel)
• Brimmed Hat, Visor
• Windbreaker or warm sweater for cooler months (from November to April when days and nights can be cold especially at altitude)
• Lightweight fleece or jacket (April through October just in case of a chilly evening/night)
• Cool natural fibre clothing in summer that you can layer on a chilly evening or at altitude (April through October)
• Travel Footwear: broken in sneakers or hiking shoes, sandals

Shoes

• Sturdy sandals
• All-purpose shoes (which you can walk, run, or bike in)
• Sneakers or hiking boots
• For women, one pair of dress shoes

Miscellaneous

•  Reading/vanity light (riads can be dimly lit)
• Clothes pins and Laundry line
• Collapsable washing bin (hotels have laundry services)
• Travel Pillow (pillows can be hard and large)
• Lightweight towels
• Travel adaptor – 3 into 2 prongs
• Water bottle (e.g., Nalgene)
• Zip-Up bags for camera etc
• Hand wipes
• Flashlight 
• Compact umbrella (can be bought in Morocco)
• Backpack for day trips
• Swiss Army knife, Leatherman, or the equivalent
• Money belt or other means to conceal your passport and valuables when traveling

Trekking – Mountains Packing list

For trekking in the Atlas, you should prepare as you would for any mountain as it can be warm and sunny when you set out but the weather at high altitude can quickly change to snow and cold winds at any time of year.

• Walking boots and socks – broken in and good quality
• Shoes i.e. change of shoes for evenings
• Sleeping bag (3-4 season); plus thermal liner in winter
• Good fleece and waterproof outers (summer)
• Layers, windproof jacket (autumn/spring)
• Hat for summer and warm beanie for winter plus gloves
• Thermal underwear (winter/autumn/spring)
• Goggles (winter) and sunglasses (summer)
• Walking stick (useful)
• Personal items: towel, sunscreen, wet wipes, loo roll
• Toiletries that are eco-friendly e.g. soap, shampoo, etc.
• Small First Aid Kit e.g. insect repellent, plasters, meds
• Small rubbish bag to carry out what you carry in
• Matches e.g. burn toilet paper
• Daysack/backpack
• Water bottle or Camelbak (recommended)
• Water purification e.g. iodine
• Torch/Flashlight and spare batteries e.g. head torch
• Penknife (useful)
• Trail snacks
• Zip-Up bags for camera etc
• Suitable clothing e.g. long shorts or trousers depending on the season
• REMEMBER your rubbish – carry out what you carry in