Did you know that Morocco is full of tranquil beaches, craggy mountains, ancient kasbahs, and traditional Berber communities?
If you want to see the real Morocco, pack your sunnies and your swimsuit and head south along the highway. From Marrakech or Casablanca, drive southwest to Agadir and follow the coast, stopping to soak up deserted beaches, explore caves, paraglide off mountains, or snap photos of ornate mosques–whatever you do, it’s yours to do (mostly) on your own. Rent an RV–this is camper country–or a regular car (or even a scooter!) and ready your defensive driving skills. Morocco is a land of interpretive right-of-ways and roundabouts, so no Sunday driving in the cities. Zigzag Camper does a lot of the work for you, or AutoEurope is a reputable rental company. Make sure you plan ahead–English is not widely spoken and paperwork can often be finalized in French.
Up for the adventure but less enthused about the planning? Intrepid Travel, a small group adventure company, offers a brilliant spin on the route. Not only do they offer carbon-neutral trips to underrepresented locations, they hire local guides to host small groups–a huge advantage if you don’t speak Arabic. There’s no skimping on the classic highlights and plenty of time to adventure on your own. It’s like doing your own thing but with a safety net and no stress about planning.