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The best time to visit is from May to September, when there will be discounts in terms of accommodation. During this period, you can enjoy warm to hot weather with low rainfall. Avoid visiting during the high season, which runs from November to March. This is the most popular time to visit, with accommodation prices at their highest and bigger crowds.

South African passport holders will need a Visa to enter Morocco. Ensure that you have enough time for Visa processing and that your passport will be valid for six months after your return date. Additionally, you will need to have two blank pages available for entry stamps.

South African Embassy in Morocco

Address: 34, Rue Des Saadiens-Hassan, Rabat, Morocco

Phone: 212 537 68 9159 (Enquiries)

Phone: 212 537 70 0874 (Enquiries)

Phone: 212 537 68 9163 (Consular)

Fax: 212 537 70 6756 (Political / Economic)

Fax: 212 537 72 4550 (Admin)

Rabat has built a reputation as a safe destination. It would still be wise, however, to use some common sense, by avoiding wearing any expensive looking clothing or jewellery and always keeping your valuables and large amounts of money out of sight.

If you use the bus or walk in the Medina, keep your hands on your pockets. Women should avoid wearing provocative clothing to prevent the chances of harassment (which is mainly verbal and not physical).

A large selection of hotels, from 3- to 5-star rating, are available throughout Rabat, some close to the coast. They include a range of features, including massage services, restaurants, bars, spas, pools and free breakfast. The average cost you can expect to pay at these establishments ranges from 464 د.م to 3872 د.م. The hotels located inland include Hotel Mercure Rabat Sheherazade, Helnan Chellah Hotel & Spa, and Ubay Hotel, while those close to the coast are Lutce Hotel, Riad Oudaya, and Hotel Bouregreg.

One way of travelling around Rabat is the tram, which has two lines between Rabat and Salé. There is a tram every 10 minutes during the week and every 20 minutes on Sundays.

On the road, use the Petit Taxis, which are blue in colour. This is another affordable way to travel around the city. Make sure to watch the meter to avoid being overcharged and don’t be surprised if the driver stops to pick someone else up. Avoid the Grand Taxis (white Mercedes vehicles), as they are more expensive than and not as safe as the Petit Taxis.

Alternatively there are buses. If one gets crowded, beware of pickpockets.

As for walking around, Rabat is safe enough for that and will offer a pleasant experience.