Activities and events

Activities and events

When visiting Morocco you will be truly spoiled by choice of leisure activities. If you love time in the sun then you’ll love the different activities you can do including swimming, sun baking and snorkelling and windsurfing. Whether you prefer the active adventures or you prefer the more passive pursuits, there is something to cater to everyone’s individual interests.

Water activities

There is a wealth of different water sports you can enjoy in Morocco. The climate and sea conditions are perfect for water sports and the beautiful sandy beaches are idea for sunbathing and enjoying the picturesque scenery. All water sports are catered for in Morocco, including sailing & yachting, canoeing, rowing, waterskiing, scuba diving, deep sea diving and fishing.

Trekking, horse riding, tennis

If trekking is more your interests then try camel trekking in the beautiful Atlas mountains. There are plenty of opportunities for horse riding and even a hit of tennis. There are endless opportunities in Morocco.

Skiing

Morocco offers excellent skiing at Oukaimeden, a lovely resort 70 km south of Marrakech which boasts great terrain suited to all abilities. Fez has Mischliffen on its doorstep, well equipped and friendly. There is also excellent opportunities for cross-country skiing. The massifs of the Rif, Middle and High Atlas mountains are ideal for cross country skiing.

Golf

Golf lovers will be in paradise in Morocco. There are excellent golf courses in Rabat, while Agadir has three courses.

Shopping

Morocco offers excellent shopping with plenty of markets on weekends and even during the week. For those who love to pick up great bargains and nick knacks you’ll be in paradise in the markets in Morocco. There’s an abundance of different stalls with different goods at great prices.

Holidays and festivals

Morocco has two calendars; one is the standard Gregorian model of 365 days as well as the Muslim year, which is 11 days shorter. New Year's Day, a national holiday always falls on January 1, but religious holidays follow a different rhythm. Consequently there's no such thing as a religious holiday that always occurs at a certain season.

Here is the line-up of non-religious public holidays:

• January 1: New Year
• May 1: Labour Day
• July 9: Youth Day
• July 30: Fête du Trône (Coronation of Mohammed VI)
• August 14: Allegiance Day November 6 : Anniversary of the Green March
• November 18: Independence Day