Back from Skoura (Morocco) (page 6 of 18)

Hi there! Nothing complicated—the road is good and there’s hardly any traffic. The hostel is marked with a blue sign, then when you reach the village, another sign and just a few “500” m… and you’re there! On the way back, we took the Tata–Igherm road… absolutely stunning! Happy travels! Francia

Hi, If the road has been repaired, that’s great because I think it was really damaged by the rains and had become almost impassable. So, good news for a future trip. Thanks.

hi there it's possible, since there are a lot of bridges under construction, and the same goes for many other roads in Morocco! but everything is still passable! lots of sunshine here! have a great trip francia

Yes, I had booked well in advance by email, but I think a month before is enough; that way you're sure to have a spot. Skoura has a magnificent palm grove, some superb Kasbahs, including Mohammed's, but it's mainly a good starting point for exploring the region in all directions: the Dades and Todra valleys and gorges, the Valley of Roses, the almond groves, Boutharar, the Draa Valley, etc. It all depends on how much time you have...

Good evening, Could you tell me if there’s a bank in SKOURA, or should I exchange my euros before arriving? Thanks.

hi You have to change at Ouarzazate! It's on the way, or at the airport when you arrive! francia

All good, thanks.

You can obviously exchange your money in Ouarzazate, but it’s also possible in Skoura—there’s a bank on the main street. So no worries!

When I went to Skoura some time ago, there was only one bank under construction, and the post office didn’t exchange currency. We really liked the palm grove and the surrounding area.

So we have the choice, thanks to you all.

I confirm, Skoura now has a bank where you can exchange currency. I’ve done it!

So the work is finished! Great!

We’ll soon have the pleasure of seeing all that. Have a good evening.

We're planning to go to Morocco at the end of September. We're thinking about a new itinerary that definitely includes a stop in Skoura.

Do stop by the Ouzoud waterfalls on your way.

We’re planning to go either toward the Dades Valley and Skoura or on our way back to Marrakech. Does it make any difference? Thanks!

At Ait Benhadou (a stunning site), some people really insisted on selling us desert excursions. They’re persistent! But we stood our ground—our itinerary was set, and we stuck to it. No regrets, just beauty!

You’ve got to tell all these people that you’ve booked and paid for everything, and they’ll back off... otherwise, they’ll keep insisting...

Not all the work is finished; we were surprised to see that many houses have been under construction for a long time and will remain so for quite a while yet.

You have to tell all these people that you’ve already booked and paid for everything, and they’ll back off... otherwise, they’ll keep insisting...

Got it! Thanks.

Definitely, it's best to avoid saying it's your "first time in Morocco."