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Travelling to Merzouga from New Zealand
Travelling from New Zealand? Here are the essentials for your trip to Merzouga.
Flights from New Zealand
There are no direct flights; most Kiwis fly Auckland to Dubai with Emirates or to Doha with Qatar Airways, then on to Casablanca or Marrakech. Allow about 27–33 hours of travel, so build in a rest night in Marrakech or Fes.
Entry rules
No visa needed for stays of up to 90 days. A passport with 6 months’ validity is recommended.
Money
Prices in NZ$ are a guide; the 15% deposit is charged in euros by PayPal and the rest is paid in Merzouga. NZ$1 ≈ 5.5 MAD.
Seasons
Seasons are reversed: April–May and September–October bring the best desert weather. The July school holidays fall in the hottest Sahara month.
Good to know
Morocco is 11–12 hours behind New Zealand. Bring a plug adapter: NZ Type I plugs don’t fit Moroccan Type C/E sockets.
Getting the shot
Sunrise and sunset give the best light; keep your phone in a zip bag to protect it from sand.
