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TinerhirTinghir
Spend 1–2 days in Tinerhir; take a grand‑taxi (≈8 MAD) to Todra Gorge for a 2‑3 h hike and explore the oasis town.
Tinerhir is a small oasis town in Morocco’s High Atlas, best used as a base for a half‑day trek into Todra Gorge and a stroll through its historic quarter. One night is enough if you only hike the gorge; add a second night for a relaxed pace or extra walks.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MAD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (high heat)
- Airport
- OZZ
- Nights
- 1–2
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Tinerhir19 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tinerhir, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Moroccan dirham (MAD).Morocco-wide
- SIM or eSIMMaroc Telecom, Orange and inwi sell tourist SIMs at airports and shops with a passport; 20–50 GB costs about MAD 100–200.Morocco-wide
- Tap waterTap water is treated in cities but most visitors drink bottled; carry water in the south.Morocco-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10%.Morocco-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/E. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Morocco-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay hydrated in summer heat and confirm informal taxi fares before boarding.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels and restaurants; squat toilets in older cafés and on the road.Morocco-wide
- Emergency numbers19 police · 177 Gendarmerie · 15 ambulance / fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidayscheckFriday midday prayers slow business; many shops shut on Eid holidays; museums often close one day a week (usually Tuesday — check).Morocco-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportOZZ Ouarzazate Airport (About 2 h by bus; daily services to Tinerhir.).
- Getting aroundLocal buses connect Ouarzazate (≈60 MAD) and Tinerhir.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee10–15 MAD
- Street or quick mealSnack (e.g., pastry)5–10 MAD
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Grand‑taxi to Todra GorgeInformal, negotiate if needed.8 MAD
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MAD 150–250 · Mid MAD 250–400 · High MAD 400+
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- OZZ Ouarzazate Airport (About 2 h by bus; daily services to Tinerhir.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Feb
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Mar
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Apr
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
May
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jul
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Aug
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Sep
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Jan (5 rain days), driest Jul (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tinerhir: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
5 rd
Feb
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
5 rd
Mar
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
4 rd
Apr
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Jun
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Jul
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
0 rd
Aug
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
0 rd
Sep
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
1 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
4 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Local buses connect Ouarzazate (≈60 MAD) and Tinerhir. Within town, walk or take a grand‑taxi (≈8 MAD) to Todra Gorge. No formal public transport inside the gorge.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Todra Gorge
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total (taxi + hike)
Grand‑taxi from Tinerhir bus station, about 8 MAD, 15 min ride
Hike 2–3 h along the canyon; follow cairns and donkey‑trail markers.
Old Jewish quarter & Oasis
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Walk from town centre, 10–15 min
Visit historic mosque and palm groves.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Oasis Hotel
Budget hotel near the bus station; basic rooms, rooftop views.
Local hostels
Several small guesthouses in town centre.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- MAD 150–250 excl. bed
- Mid
- MAD 250–400 excl. bed
- High
- MAD 400+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Bus Ouarzazate → TinerhirCheck schedule; may vary. | 60 MAD |
| Grand‑taxi to Todra GorgeInformal, negotiate if needed. | 8 MAD |
| Coffee | 10–15 MAD |
| Snack (e.g., pastry) | 5–10 MAD |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Summer temperatures can exceed 35 °C (95 °F); carry water.Summer temperatures can exceed 95 °F (35 °C); carry water.
- Grand‑taxi fares are informal; confirm price before boarding.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 19
- Gendarmerie
- 177
- Ambulance / fire
- 15
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Emergency
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- Gendarmerie177
- Ambulance / fire15
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tinerhir. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (high heat) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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