Gérard and Marie-Louise, Motorhome Travelers in Morocco

Before traveling to Morocco, motorhome enthusiasts use forums to compare routes, check formalities, and gather advice. Forums provide concrete information on documents, insurance, vehicle condition, route selection, and budgeting. It is recommended to verify passport validity, insurance covering Morocco, and the vehicle's technical state. Routes should be chosen based on season and autonomy, with attention to safety and parking.

A delegation led by the regional director of youth in Essaouira, Mohamed Driouch, visited the Sidi Kaouki National Ecological Camping Center. The visit focused on reviewing accommodation conditions, educational and animation programs, and safety and protection mechanisms. Workshops on environment and road safety were highlighted as key components of citizenship education.

At the ALTAÏR conference, the documentary film 'Morocco: Vanlife Version' by Marc Temmerman was announced. Shot in 2025, the film follows a campervan journey from Belgium through Tangier, Tetouan, Chefchaouen, Fez, Azrou, the Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, Taliouine, Tafraoute, Imsouane, Essaouira, and the Sahara to Dakhla. The 58-minute film highlights contrasts between traditional and modern Morocco.

French retirees Thérèse-Marie and Gilles spend several months each year in Morocco in their motorhome. Their combined pension is 2,000 euros per month. According to TF1, they drove 2,800 km in 29 hours from Brest to the Agadir region. They spent 403 euros on fuel over the year at about 1 euro per litre. Around 60,000 French retirees now live permanently in Morocco.

Lorena from Morón and her French partner Rei left their conventional life to travel the world in a Volkswagen T4 with their dog Sol. After sailing across South America, they are now documenting their journey through Morocco. They fund their travels through remote work, including web design and content creation.

From December 27, 2026 to January 21, 2027, Cap Orcada offers a 3,500 km organized motorhome circuit across Morocco, including New Year's Eve dinner in Marrakech. The itinerary covers Rabat, Essaouira, the Dadès Gorges, Merzouga dunes, Fes, and Chefchaouen. Limited to 16 motorhomes, departure from Tarifa, Spain. Prices range from €1,230 to €2,335 per person depending on occupancy.