Rabat, Marrakech & Tangier Among 9 Moroccan Destinations Named as ‘Cheap’ Cities to Visit in Africa

Rabat – Nine of Morocco’s renowned destinations secured spots on Monkey Insider’s list of the 25 “cheapest” cities to visit in Africa.

The destinations list includes Marrakech, Tangier, Rabat, and even Fez; cities that may not be viewed as cheap from he local’s perspective.

Insider Monkey puts Meknes 24th on the list, suggesting that a round trip cost for one adult traveler is estimated at $1,467.

“Meknes is a Moroccan city in the north of the country known for its intricately carved domes and mosaic tiles,” the report said.

Agadir is ranked 17, with an estimated round trip cost of $1,287. Recalling the city’s assets, Insider Monkey said that the city is known for its luxury seaside and, describing it as the “ultimate Moroccan resort getaway.”

Essaouira is positioned 14th in the ranking, with an estimated travel cost  (round-trip) of $1,223.

“The city’s surfing, water sports, and kitesurfing attractions make it a popular tourist spot,” the report said.

Next on the list is Fez, with an estimated travel cost estimated at $1,199.

“Fez is in northwestern Morocco, known for its traditional streets, bustling bazaars, and rich culture,” Insider Monkey writes..

Morocco’s Marrakech, one of the renowned destinations for millions of tourists is ranked seventh in the list, with a round trip travel cost estimated at $1,134.

“The city’s maze-like streets, bustling traditional marketplaces, and Koutoubia mosque rank among the most visited tourist spots.”

Tangier is sixth in the list, with an estimated round trip cost for one traveler set at $1,131.

Chefchaouen makes it to the list as the fifth cheap destination to visit in Africa, while Ouarzazate was ranked fourth and Rabat second on the list. The report says that a round trip cost for one traveler is $1,043.

Egypt’s Cairo tops the list, with a round trip cost for one traveler is estimated at $781.

Duban in South Africa is the 25th cheapest destination to visit in Africa.

The report further stressed the significance development winessed in Africa’s tourism sector, which contributed $186 billion to the continent’s economy in 2019.

“North Africa takes the lead in tourism recovery at the sub-regional level, with international arrivals in 2023 growing 8% more than the region’s pre-pandemic levels in 2019,” the report said, citing Ethiopia and Tanzania tourism sectors.

Morocco seeks to attract 17 million tourists by 2026 and 26 million by 2030. 

Fitch solution company BIM said earlier in May that Morocco’s tourism sector will experience a 15.3% year-on-year increase in terms of arrivals this year.

The report authors expect the North African country to attract 16.8 million tourists this year, up from the 14.5 million recorded last year.