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Holidays in Morocco offer a unique and perfect combination of colours, sounds and scents. They range from the Mediterranean coastline, the desert dunes, the bursting beauty of the waterways that descend from picturesque plateaus to the beaches and fishing harbours on the Atlantic coast, which boasts a backdrop of mountains, ochre-coloured rocks and traditional white houses. Morocco is the third Arab country most visited in the world, after the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, and its ports overlook the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, giving a positive boost to trade not only in the country but in the whole of Africa. Morocco is also a tourist destination teeming with life where you can discover the marvellous imperial cities: Fez, Marrakech, Rabat and Meknès, where you can visit sumptuous palaces, artisans' workshops and the fascinating souqs that offer an explosion of colours, smells and tastes. Morocco Ferries depart from Italy, France and Spain. By purchasing the return ticket of the Ferries Morocco, you can take advantage of various offers and discounts. Don't miss Morocco's romantic and mysterious charm, its long, sandy and accessible beaches, its turquoise sea, where you can enjoy surfing and other water sports, but also inland excursions, including culture e nature.

How to book your ferry trip

From our Ferries Morocco page you can easily book the ferry journey, just choose your departure and arrival ports, date and times. You will always be sure to choose the best current promotions and lock in the most convenient offer. Use our online booking system for real-time operational and availability on ships operating on Ferries Morocco routes. In just a few steps you will be awarded the’best offer.

How to reach Morocco from Italy

Morocco is a wonderful destination that fascinates with its culture, history and beautiful beaches. If you are thinking of visiting this fascinating country, you might consider arriving in Morocco by ship, on the routes Civitavecchia-Tangiers Med e Genoa-Tangier Med. The shipping company offering the ship service between Italy and Morocco is the GNV Grandi Navi Veloci. Connections depart from the Italian ports of Genoa e Civitavecchia with destination Tangier Med and include a stopover in Barcelona, but without changing ships. GNV operates two of the largest and most modern ferries in its fleet on the ferry route to Morocco, the GNV Majestic and the GNV Exellent, each with a capacity of about 1800 passengers, 340 cabins including 20 suites, equipped with every comfort. Journey times may be longer than by air, but you may appreciate the comfort of leaving with your vehicle and the possibility of seeing different landscapes along the way, especially in the afternoon hours.

Arriving in Morocco from France

If you want to travel to Morocco by ferry from France, there are several options available that will allow you to choose the solution closest to your needs. -    GNV offers the ship service with 4 trips per week on the routes Séte-Tangiers Med e Tangier Med-Séte, Both routes include a stopover in Barcelona. The journey takes about 40 hours and is carried out with the ship GNV Atlas, which boasts a very spacious garage for vehicle transport, offering you the possibility of also booking your own accompanying vehicle to travel independently once you arrive in Tangier. -    Balearia Spain's leading shipping company, offers the route Séte-Nador e Nador-Sète, with traditional passenger and vehicle ferries, so that you can take everything you need to make your holiday enjoyable and comfortable. And in addition it offers passengers the option reduced tariff e free cancellation. -    La Meridionale is a French company operating on the route Marseille-Tangier Med e Tangier Med-Marseille and applies up to 30% discount to those who book before the end of April. There are four weekly voyages with the Meridionale to discover Morocco, starting from its largest and most dynamic port. Before booking a ferry, be sure to check the timetables and fares of the different companies to find the best solution for you. Also, keep in mind that travel times may vary depending on weather conditions and maritime traffic. The journey time varies depending on the shipping company and weather conditions, but generally takes about 30-40 hours. During the journey, passengers can take advantage of the on-board services such as restaurants, bars, amusement arcades and duty-free shops.

Ferries Spain Morocco

Finally, if you are interested in a more adventurous holiday, you can also consider driving to Morocco. You will have the opportunity to explore several countries along the way and enjoy the road trip, then you can take a from Spain and arrive in Morocco by ship. Spain is very well connected to the ports of Morocco, with several shipping companies: -    GNV connects the port of Tangier with Barcelona and Nador with Barcelona and Almeria. Buying a GNV ticket to Morocco from our site is very easy and intuitive, just enter the routes you are interested in and choose the offer available to lock in the best price. -    Balearia offers connections from Tangier for Algeciras and Motril and by Nador to Almeria, with daily trips and discounted prices starting from 90 euros per person for a round trip in bridge passage. -    Africa Morocco Link is another company that has daily connections Spain Morocco, Tangier Med-Algeciras and Tangier Ville-Tarifa and vv. -    Naviera Armas is a Spanish company that is part of the colossus Armas Transmediterranea and makes several trips to Morocco, from Algeciras its ships arrive at Tangier Med, from Almeria arrive in Nador and by Motril in Nador and Al Hoceima. The ships used on the routes from Spain to Morocco are very large and equipped with numerous services such as wi-fi, self-service, children's area, swimming pool, open deck terrace, as well as different types of cabins and a large garage.

What documents are needed to go to Morocco

Before leaving, it is important to check the travel requirements for the ientry into Morocco by ship. You must have a valid passport (an identity card is not sufficient) and a tourist visa may be required, depending on the nationality of the travellers. If you are travelling with minors, you should bear in mind that they will also need their own passport. It is advisable to enquire at the Moroccan embassy or consulate in your country of residence to obtain all the information needed and more updated. Once you arrive in Tangier, Nador or Al Hoceima, you will have several ways to explore the port cities and the rest of the country. For those who are not travelling with their own vehicle, you can rent a car at one of the numerous car rentals near the port area or take a train to other tourist destinations such as Rabat, Casablanca o Marrakech. Arriving in Morocco by ship can be an interesting choice, however, for those who wish to have a different experience and take advantage of the possibility of bring your own vehicle. However, it is important to plan your journey carefully, considering the navigation time, travel requirements and transport options once you arrive at your destination. In conclusion, if you are planning to visit Morocco, a ferry trip might suit your needs. Inform yourself properly before departure, choose your departure, accommodation and price according to your budget, and enjoy your adventure in the wonderful country of Morocco.

How much does the boat trip cost

The price of a ferry ticket to Morocco depends on several factors such as the seasonality of the date you have chosen for departure, the number of participants, the type of vehicle, current offers that shipping companies apply periodically, availability, and the accommodation chosen. Ferry fares often include the transport of vehicles, so if you wish to bring your car or motorbike on the trip, you can do so by paying an additional fare. However, it is advisable to check the specific rules of your chosen ferry company before booking. In addition to the cost of the ferry ticket, you also have to consider other expenses such as food on board and possible port taxes. Some companies offer packages that include meals during the voyage, while others may require a separate payment for meals on board. Port taxes vary depending on the port of arrival in Morocco and can be paid directly upon arrival. It is also important to consider the travel time. Ferries to Morocco depart from various ports in Europe such as Spain, France and Italy, and the sailing time can vary from 12 to 48 hours depending on the distance. It is advisable to take into account the duration of the crossing and plan your travel itinerary as best you can to get the best possible offer.

On board ships to Morocco

The ships are fast, comfortable and equipped with every comfort. Passengers can travel in comfortable cabins with a toilet and shower, or in seats in the ship's lounges. The Company Large Fast Ships connects Italy and France with Morocco with the ships GNV Atlas, GNV Majestic and GNV Exellent, where in addition to restaurants with Italian menus, passengers can also find dishes halal in full respect of Arab cuisine. Restaurants and self-service restaurants on Ferries to Morocco are offered a excellent serviceItalian cuisine, choice of wines and beverages in general, as well as a variety of snacks (pizza, hot dogs, sandwiches, desserts, etc.) and ice cream available in the bar and lounge bar. To keep the little ones entertained, many ships have play areas equipped with pools with balls, slides, enclosed areas where they can play safely and also TV monitors for watching cartoons. If you are travelling with an animal, book a place on board the ships in a cabin pet-friendly or in the ferry kennels. In addition to the EU passport, which you will also need when returning to Italy, France or Spain, your four-legged friends must have a health certificate issued by your veterinarian no earlier than 24 hours before departure and a vaccination booklet.

Everything for an unforgettable holiday

Morocco is now a brand of hospitality that attracts tourists of all ages where the evocative traditions meet modern architecture and where the’exciting experience of the tour in a desert of warm and intense colours gives way to the blue of the sea and decorated doorways, to courtyards covered with coloured tiles adorned with niches, to the white of the houses and the green of the terraces where ivy and clusters of bougainvillea flowers in shades of pink and violet climb. These are the settings that have enchanted writers and singers but above all painter-travellers such as Delacroix and Matisse. Morocco is waiting to give you all its magic from a Thousand and One Nights, with monumental and opulent buildings, with the residences of the royal family, with its culture, markets, vast beaches and scenic desert landscape.
The shipping companies
Offers and Discounts
  • Early Booking Offer
  • Promo Daytime Departures
  • 0-4 years travel free
  • 4-12 years discount 50%
  • Special Group Rates
Ferry Embarkation

It is advisable to arrive at the embarkation offices at least 3 hours before the ship departs so that the Border Police can carry out checks in time, where the identity documents of all passengers, including minors, and accompanying vehicles will be shown. All passengers must be in possession of valid documents for expatriation, cars with an original vehicle registration document.

Ports
  • Tangier
  • Nador
  • Genoa
  • Sète
  • Barcelona
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