Explore: Tangier
General Info
For the new visitor to Morocco, Tangier can be a bit of a shock. Children beg for money, and ‘Official’ guides pester everywhere. In these respects, Tangier is untypical of other places in Morocco. However, it is an interesting and lively place to visit with a beautiful Medina. The hassle is tolerable, especially if you arrange a Moroccan companion or hire a (professional) guide.
A new marina opened here in August 2018 with first-class facilities, as well as offering good protection. It is close to the town centre and there is a supermarket within walking distance.
Note that on the approach to Tangier, navigation marks are routinely off station or missing.
Position 35° 46.55’N, 05° 47.41’W (marina entrance)
Clearance
For full details on clearing into and out of Morocco, see noonsite’s Morocco Formalities.
On arrival, berth on the arrivals pontoon to the left on entering the marina. The pontoon is higher than a normal pontoon so fenders should be adjusted accordingly.
Customs and Immigration are located in the marina office building.
The formalities are very efficient and can take as little as 15 minutes to complete.
On departure berth at the arrival pontoon and then clear out with the authorities.
Last updated: September 2018
Docking
On approach to the port continue past the old commercial dock and bear left after entering the marina (pictured below) onto the raised arrival pontoon. The port staff will normally be there to take your lines, although bear in mind they are not particularly experienced so double-check everything.
The marina – being so new – still has a few teething problems (see comments from cruisers at bottom of page), however it is very sheltered and cruisers report security as excellent and rates very reasonable. It helps if you speak a little French.
This is a good base for inland travel, plus the marinas further east at Marina Smir or south at Rabat.
- Image: Map data: Google, DigitalGlobe
Last updated: November 2018
