Trekking Packing List
Everything you need for your Morocco trek
If you want to enjoy an unforgettable trek in Morocco, whether in the Atlas, Jebel Saghro or the desert, the right gear is essential. Here is our practical checklist:
Backpacks
- Daypack (about 35 L) with what you need for each day’s stage.
- Large backpack or duffel bag for the rest of your gear, carried by mules or vehicles.
- Write your details on it with a permanent marker — safer than labels that can come off.
Clothing
- Adapt to the season and route. In the mountains, a warm hat and gloves may be needed.
- Avoid very short or revealing clothes out of respect for local culture.
- Recommended for a 5–6 day trek:
- Sun hat or cap and a chèche (desert scarf).
- 3 long-sleeved T-shirts or shirts.
- Thermal underwear and 1 fleece jacket.
- Long trousers, comfortable shorts and trekking trousers.
- Comfortable evening clothes and a windproof jacket.
- Swimwear for the hammam or a swim.
- 3 pairs of trekking socks.
- Worn-in hiking boots, light sandals for river crossings and comfortable camp shoes.
Basic gear
- Sunglasses (bring a spare pair if possible).
- 2 water bottles.
- Torch or headlamp with spare batteries.
- Small penknife and a dry bag.
- Light toiletry kit with biodegradable products.
- Quick-dry microfibre towel.
- Toilet paper and a lighter.
- Rubbish bags and a small sewing kit.
- Sleeping bag rated for the temperatures:
- Desert: –5 °C to 0 °C in winter.
- High Atlas: –10 °C to 0 °C depending on the season.
- Jebel Saghro: –10 °C to 0 °C depending on the season.
Personal first-aid kit
- Sunscreen and lip balm.
- Water purification tablets or filter.
- Painkillers and anti-inflammatories.
- Personal medication and antibiotics (on prescription).
- Blister treatment and strong plasters.
- Eye drops and antibiotic cream.
- Insect repellent and soothing cream.
Note: pharmacies in Morocco stock the basic medicines you need for trekking.
Documents and safety
- Passport, plus a visa if your nationality requires one.
- Vaccination record and medical information.
- Cash, cards, travel insurance and copies of important documents.
