Do I need car seats in Morocco?

This is a really important and often-overlooked question, and the honest answer is: child car seats are not the given they are at home. Morocco does have child-restraint rules, but enforcement is patchy and most local cars, taxis and even tour vehicles simply don't carry seats as standard. So while you absolutely should use proper car seats for safety — especially given that you'll do some long drives and Moroccan roads and driving styles can be lively — you can't assume one will just be there. You have to arrange it deliberately, in advance.

If you're travelling with a private driver or on a private tour (which is what I recommend for families anyway), the good news is that reputable operators can almost always provide child seats — but only if you request them ahead of time, specify the age and weight of each child so they bring the right type (infant carrier, toddler seat, or booster), and confirm it in writing before you travel. Don't leave it as a vague "we'll have kids" note; be specific. The same goes for car hire firms at the airport: they can usually add a child seat to the booking for a daily fee, but you must reserve it in advance and you may still find availability or quality is hit-and-miss.

A word of honesty on quality: even when a seat is provided, it may be older, well-worn or not the model you'd choose at home, and the fitting can be imperfect. Because of this, a lot of experienced families simply bring their own car seat from home — airlines typically carry them free as part of your baggage allowance, and it guarantees you a seat you trust, correctly sized and installed. A lightweight travel booster for an older child, or a compact travel car seat for a toddler, packs down reasonably and removes all uncertainty. For a baby, bringing your own infant carrier is the safest bet.

A few practical notes. Taxis — both the little in-city "petits taxis" and the shared "grands taxis" between towns — generally have no seats and aren't set up for them, so for getting around cities with small kids, a pre-arranged private driver with the seat already fitted is far better. When your driver or hire car arrives, actually check the seat: that it's the right size, undamaged, and properly secured before you set off, and re-check the install at each stop on a long day. And budget extra time at pickup to fit everything.

My honest guidance: yes, use car seats, but treat them as something you organise and verify yourself rather than expect. Book a private driver and request the exact seats per child in advance and confirm; for total peace of mind, bring your own. Tell our family team your children's ages and we'll make sure the right restraints are arranged and fitted in your vehicle — it's exactly the kind of detail a private family tour should handle for you.