How Much Does Morocco Cost?
Morocco is one of the best-value destinations within easy reach of Europe. Everyday essentials — food, local transport, entry fees — are remarkably cheap, while the standout experiences like desert camping and guided tours offer strong value for what you get. Here's the daily budget breakdown per person:
| Travel Style | Per Day | Typical Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | €40-60 | Hostels/basic riads, street food, shared transport |
| Mid-range | €90-150 | Riads, restaurants, private tours, desert camp |
| Luxury | €200+ | Boutique riads, luxury camps, private 4x4, fine dining |
Note: These exclude international flights. All prices are approximate and in euros for easy reference.
Real Prices: What Things Cost in Morocco
Accommodation (per night)
- Hostel dorm bed€8-15
- Budget riad (double)€25-45
- Mid-range riad (double)€50-100
- Desert camp (per person)€40-150
- Luxury riad/camp€150-400+
Food & Drink
- Street food (sandwich, snack)€1-3
- Local restaurant tagine€4-8
- Mid-range restaurant meal€10-20
- Mint tea / coffee€0.50-2
- Bottled water (1.5L)€0.50-1
Transport
- City petit taxi ride€1-3
- Grand taxi between towns€2-10
- Train (Marrakech-Fes)€15-30
- Intercity bus (CTM/Supratours)€8-25
Top Money-Saving Tips
- 1Eat where locals eat. Street food and small local eateries serve delicious, authentic meals for a fraction of tourist-restaurant prices.
- 2Travel in a group for tours. Private tour costs are per vehicle, so splitting between 4 people dramatically cuts the per-person price.
- 3Book directly with local operators. Booking platforms and foreign agencies add 30-50% markups. Local companies offer better prices and direct communication.
- 4Travel in shoulder seasons. Late autumn and winter bring lower accommodation prices and fewer crowds while still offering great experiences.
- 5Use trains and grand taxis. Morocco's train network and shared grand taxis are cheap, reliable, and a cultural experience in themselves.
- 6Negotiate politely in souks. Bargaining is expected. Start around half the asking price and settle somewhere in the middle, always with a smile.
savings The biggest saving of all: Group up for tours. A private desert tour that costs one solo traveler €300 might cost just €90 each when shared between four. If you're planning a multi-day trip, our Morocco itinerary planning guide shows how to structure a cost-effective route.
Where to Save and Where to Splurge
Worth Saving On
- • Food — street food is cheap and delicious
- • City transport — petit taxis cost pennies
- • Intercity travel — trains and buses are efficient
- • Souvenirs — bargain hard in the souks
Worth Splurging On
- • The desert camp — a night in the Sahara is priceless
- • A good local guide — adds huge value and insight
- • One special riad — the atmosphere is unforgettable
- • A memorable meal with a view
The desert experience is the one area where we always recommend not cutting corners. Read our Sahara camping guide to see why it's worth the investment.
Sample Trip Budgets (Per Person, Excluding Flights)
| Trip | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-day desert trip | €150-200 | €280-400 | €600+ |
| 5-day tour | €250-350 | €450-750 | €1,000+ |
| 10-day trip | €450-600 | €900-1,500 | €2,000+ |
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Book directly with a local operator and skip the middleman markups. Tell us your budget and we'll design a trip that delivers maximum experience for your money.
The Moroccan Dirham (MAD) is the local currency. For current exchange rates, check the Bank Al-Maghrib (Central Bank of Morocco).