Gnawa Music & Cultural Experience in Essaouira

Visit the home or workshop of a Gnawa master, where you'll learn about this spiritual and musical heritage recognized by UNESCO. Listen to hypnotic rhythms played on the guembri (three-string lute) and qraqeb (metal castanets), and discover the history of Gnawa culture, which ble

Location: Essaouira

Duration: 2-3 hours

From €55 per person.

Gnawa Music & Cultural Experience in Essaouira
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Gnawa Music & Cultural Experience in Essaouira

Visit the home or workshop of a Gnawa master, where you'll learn about this spiritual and musical heritage recognized by UNESCO. Listen to hypnotic rhythms played on the guembri (three-string lute) and qraqeb (metal castanets), and discover the history of Gnawa culture, which blends African, Berber, and Arab influences. This is an authentic Morocco cultural add-on, promoting intangible heritage while supporting musicians and artists in Essaouira.

2-3 hours
Essaouira
4.7

About this activity

Visit the home or workshop of a Gnawa master, where you'll learn about this spiritual and musical heritage recognized by UNESCO. Listen to hypnotic rhythms played on the guembri (three-string lute) and qraqeb (metal castanets), and discover the history of Gnawa culture, which blends African, Berber, and Arab influences. This is an authentic Morocco cultural add-on, promoting intangible heritage while supporting musicians and artists in Essaouira.

Authentic Gnawa music and cultural experience

Highlights

Immerse yourself in the rhythms of Gnawa music with a cultural experience in Essaouira

Morocco's coastal city of art and tradition.

Best time

Daily, by appointment

Group size

Small groups or private sessions

Duration

2-3 hours

Activity Details

Location

Essaouira

Easy
Difficulty Level

Suitable for all fitness levels

Pricing

Starting from

55

per person

Duration: 2-3 hours

Group discounts available

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