For US Travelers
Morocco from the US: Your Way to the Sahara
No visa for up to 90 days, about seven hours from New York to Casablanca, and a camp of eight tent suites in the dunes of Erg Chegaga.
Every page an American traveler usually needs, in the order the questions come up: whether it is safe, how to get there, when to go, and who to bring.
The essentials
- ✓Visa: none for US passport holders, up to 90 days.
- ✓Flight: Royal Air Maroc flies New York (JFK) to Casablanca in roughly seven hours, with connections to Marrakech. Check current schedules when you book.
- ✓Time difference: Morocco is five to six hours ahead of New York, depending on the season.
- ✓From Marrakech: about 8 hours 45 by road, of which the last 1 hour 30 is desert piste, or 1 hour 40 by helicopter. Every transfer is arranged for you.
- ✓Season: the camp is open from September to June.
- ✓Signal: none at the camp, so tell your family before you leave Marrakech.
Before you book
Getting here
When to go
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For professionals
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Frequently asked questions
Do Americans need a visa for Morocco?
No. US passport holders can visit Morocco visa free for stays up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid for the whole stay.
How do I get from the US to the Sahara in Morocco?
Fly to Casablanca or Marrakech, with Royal Air Maroc from New York (JFK) to Casablanca in roughly seven hours, then connect to Marrakech. From Marrakech the camp in Erg Chegaga is about 8 hours 45 by road, of which the last 1 hour 30 is desert piste, or 1 hour 40 by helicopter. Check current flight schedules when you book.
What is the time difference between Morocco and the US?
Morocco is five to six hours ahead of New York depending on the season, a time difference close to Europe.
Is there mobile signal at the camp?
No. There is no mobile signal at the camp, so tell your family before you leave Marrakech. Our team is on site day and night.
