Essaouira, Morocco » travel guide

Religion
Islam

Official language
Arabic

Capital
Rabat

Head of state
Mohammed VI., King of Morocco since 1999

Form of government
Constitutional Monachy with certain privileges of the King

Size
459.000 sqm without west Sahara

Population
29 Million

Density of population
70,20 inhabitants per sqm

Religion
Islam

Entry requirements:
Please check the visa requirements for your destination at the appropriate consulate or embassy in your county and do this as well in advance of your travel date.

Flight duration:
3 to 4 hours from Germany or main european capitals

Time difference:
CET +2 hours.

Health regulations:
If you travel from Europe there won't be any immunization required.
Please notice that there is a slightly malaria risk in the backcountry. Nevertheless it is recommended to get a vaccination against hepatitis A and typhoid. Consult your family doctor before departure.

Currency/mode of payment:
Local currency is the Dirham (DHM). 1 € = about 10 (DHM).
Money can be changed in the hotels and banks. Credit cards and EC cards are only accepted at bank machines.

Rental car:
Rental cars can be bookd in the hotels or at the airport. We can also do prebookings for you.
Please notice that alcohol is absolutly prohibited for drivers.

Taxi:
Petit Taxis approx. 10 DHM inside town.

Language:
The official language in Moroc is Arab. But most of the Morocs speak French. People woking in the hotels can also speak English.

Electricity:
220-volt altering currency. Because of the different plugs an adapter might be necessary.

Clothing:
During summer light cotton clothing is recommended. During winter pullover, rain jacket and warmer clothing recommended.

Clima:
Maritime Atlantic climate.

Tips:
10%.

Transfer from airport to the hotels in Essaouira:
3- 3,5 h drive from Agadir to Essaouira.

2 h drive from Marrakesh to Essaouira.

Mobilfone:
E-Plus, O2, T-Mobile and Vodafone.

Internet:
Internetcafes nearby.