The coastal resort of Agadir is a great place to see from the back of a motorcycle, whether you’re spending your whole stay there or it’s just a stop off on a grand tour of the kingdom. Unlike most Moroccan cities much of Agadir is laid out in a grid, the result of significant rebuilding in the sixties. This means it’s relatively easy to find your way around, and it’s possible to see large swathes of the city without doubling back on yourself.

Away from Agadir you have some lovely coast roads that lead both north and south. Alternatively, head inland and you’ll soon find yourself in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, where you can indulge in some excellent rugged riding both on and off road.

As one of the major entry points to the country, a lot of holidaymakers use Casablanca as the starting point from which to rent a bike and head straight off to explore the rest of the country. We’d recommend a longer stay, so as not to miss out on the sights and sounds of Morocco’s largest city. Exploring on a motorbike is one of the best ways to get around this sprawling metropolis – you make short work of traffic jams, while getting to places that are too far away on foot or pedal cycle.
There are plenty of places to explore near the city too, you’ll soon find yourself travelling through traditional Amazigh villages and finding the cultural heart of Morocco.

If you’re one of the thousands of people planning to travel around Morocco on the back of a motorbike then Dakhla should be a key part of your itinerary. The journey to the long thin peninsula is a stunning ride through unspoilt desert, mainly along coast roads which give you uninterrupted views out over the Atlantic. Occasionally the road veers inland and takes you through traditional Moroccan villages where the temperature soars. Mostly though it will be just you, the road, the sea and the desert. And when you finally reach the town of Dahkla it feels as though you’ve arrived at a secret oasis, such is the epic nature of your journey.

Essaouira is a fascinating part of Morocco to explore by motorbike. As well as the many treasures that exist inside this walled town there is plenty to see out and about in the surrounding area – and a motorbike is an ideal way to get to them. Ride north of the city and you’ll soon find some fantastic dunes which provide incredible off-road riding. To the east are the mighty Atlas mountains, which are brilliant for both on- and off-roading, while taking the south road from Essaouira will take you through the rural communities and into the real heart of traditional Moroccan village life.

With the imposing Middle Atlas mountain range to the south, and the wild Rif mountains in the north, Fez is a fantastic base for a motorbike adventure. There are several local companies in the city who will hire you a bike and all the gear you need for your two-wheeled trek, then the road is yours!
Ride just a few miles out of the city and you’ll soon find yourself climbing in the foothills with the mountain trail underneath your wheels. The views become ever more impressive as you get higher, and when it’s time to descend again there are plenty of switchbacks which will test and exhilarate you.

The area around Lixus and Larache could have been designed with motorbiking in mind. It’s a mountainous region with an ever-changing landscape. The roads that criss-cross the region weave back and forth, giving riders corner after corner to enjoy. The scenery is spectacular, especially at higher altitudes; the coast road is also a special ride and has the added bonus that when you’ve finished your ride you can end the day relaxing on the beach, enjoying the cooling breeze blowing in from the ocean. Whether you’re hiring a bike for the day or riding for longer, Lixus and Larache are ideal places to start your two wheeled trek.

It’s said that you can only really discover Marrakech from the back of a motorbike. It certainly seems to be the preferred mode of transport in the city, with a rumoured one million bikes on the roads.

Hiring one is easy and cheap, and you’ll soon find yourself powering from one city attraction to another surrounded by fellow bikers. As with most ancient cities the roads can narrow to the size of alleyways – no-go areas for cars, but no problem for bikes.

When you want to find a bit more space to ride, hit the open roads outside the city and explore the local area. Well-kept roads take you past traditional villages, desert oases and climb into the Atlas Mountains where the Amazigh farm on traditional stepped fields and the views stretch for a miles and miles. And for experienced and confident riders, rough and rugged terrain awaits you, from the soft sand of the desert to rocky mountain trails – don’t miss the Tizi-n-Test pass.

Meknes is a city that has a great deal to offer any biker who visits. Lying on the road between Fez and the coast, Meknes has some great countryside to see as you explore the local area. Mountain roads are commonplace in this part of Morocco, and it’s easy to reach the heights and see some breathtaking views from high up in the Atlas Mountains. Travelling around Meknes also makes more sense on the back of a bike; like many of the older Moroccan towns and cities it’s a place with narrow streets and twisting alleyways, challenging in a car but easy on two wheels.

Merzouga is an ideal example of what many people envisage when they plan their Moroccan motorcycling trip. When you ride out this far south you’ll discover an untouched Morocco, away from major development and tourist traps.
It’s in this part of the world that you can ride out to Erg Chebbi – the series of giant dunes that constantly shift and change. Also nearby is Lake Dayet Srji, a large body of salt water to the west of Merzouga that attracts all sorts of wildlife in the springtime including flamingos and Arabian buzzards.

Ouarzazate has much to recommend it for any biker, but some of the best riding can be found on the journey to the city.

If you’re travelling down to Ouarzazate from Marrakech then you’ll come across the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass on the awesome N9 road. This Moroccan highway stretches all the way from the Red City down through Ouarzazate and Zagora before ending near the Algerian border at Mhamid. The road offers some of the best rides in Morocco, but it’s the pass that is the N9’s crowning glory. A slender ribbon of tarmac that winds through the Atlas Mountains, a ride through Morocco is incomplete without a stretch of the N9.

Travelling to Plage Blanche on the back of a motorbike is one of the most inspiring treks you can make in Morocco. It’s a journey for the adventurous – at least a six hour ride from Agadir and with few signs of human habitation on the way. Instead it’s just you, the road and some stunning Moroccan landscapes. When it’s time to rest your head you can pitch your tent on the beach and watch the sun sink into the Atlantic Ocean.

It’s a trip that will take you along cliffs, through gorges, past oases and over desert sands – and leave you with a sense of wonder at this modern day Moroccan wilderness.

Despite being the capital of Morocco, Rabat is only the fourth largest city in the kingdom. Visitors enjoy the slightly calmer atmosphere offered by Rabat when compared with some of Morocco’s more densely populated cities.

Those who enjoy getting round on two wheels can tour round on their motorbikes in a more relaxed fashion. It is a great way to explore – like most Moroccan cities it’s a place that has many winding streets and narrow alleys. Outside the city limits you’ll find roads and trails that take you past traditional Moroccan villages and into the heart of the Moroccan countryside with all its rugged beauty.

While it’s usually towns and cities in western and central Morocco that appear on biker’s touring itineraries, the eastern side of the country is also great for touring, and Saïdia, the ‘Blue Pearl’ in the north-eastern corner of Morocco is an excellent base.

You and your motorbike have several options when choosing destinations to ride to. Saïdia is on the Mediterranean coast and the N16 coast road is great fun to ride, with the sea on one side and rugged hill country on the other. Heading south, the Beni-Snassen mountains are nearby, and it doesn’t take long before you’re riding through groves of oak trees growing on the mountains’ slopes, taking on the curves and switchbacks that take you to the summit of these 1,500 metre high peaks.

Morocco’s most famous surfing destination is also a great place for bikers. It’s a village where surf culture dominates, so if you’re one of those adventurous types who are touring Morocco on a motorbike you’ll fit right in. Even if you’re not touring you can still get on two wheels easily; several places will hire you a bike, either in Taghazout or nearby Agadir. Once you’ve mounted up it won’t take you long to ride through the narrow streets of this small fishing village and head out east to explore the rugged terrain of this part of Morocco, including the scenic Paradise Valley.

Tamuda Bay may be better known as a beach resort, but it’s also a great area to explore from the saddle of a motorbike, either as a day trip or as part of a longer tour along Morocco’s Mediterranean coast.
The exotic city of Tangier is only a short journey from Tamuda Bay – to get there you ride along the main road that runs through the nearby Rif mountain range. Full of enjoyable climbs and descents through spectacular mountain countryside, it’s a trip that underlines the old adage that ‘it’s as much about the journey as it is the destination’.
More good riding can be found along the N16, a road that hugs the coast tightly and leads all the way to the Algerian border. With the Mediterranean on one side, and dramatic hill country on the other it can be hard to keep your eyes on the road!

The closest town to Europe in Africa, Tangier is a great place to start your motorcycle trip to Morocco. It’s enormous fun to ride through the narrow maze of steep streets around the kasbah, high up on the hill, or explore the lower city from the back of your motorbike. Heading out into the countryside you can take the coastal road east and ride with views back across to Europe on your left, or south along the Atlantic coast towards Asilah and beyond. If you’d prefer to go inland then the majestic Rif mountain range isn’t far, and riding through the roads and switchbacks of this rugged landscape is a very special experience.

If you’re taking a motorbike tour of Morocco, then at some point in your trip you must make it to the desert, and where better than Zagora?
It’s in this part of the world that you can bike into the Draa Valley, one of the most scenic parts of the country. The landscape is breathtaking and the fast sweeping bends are an absolute joy to ride. There are also plenty of opportunities for you to take your bike off road, how can you possibly resist the opportunity to say you’ve ridden in the Sahara?