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Gnawa Music in Khamlia
Merzouga, Morocco · with Achabou Luxury Camp
Drums, iron castanets and songs in the village of the Gnawa.
About this activity
Khamlia, a few minutes from the camp, is the village of the Gnawa – families whose ancestors came across the Sahara from West Africa. Their music, with big drums, the guembri and the iron castanets called qraqeb, is famous in all of Morocco.
In a music house of the village the musicians welcome you with tea and play for you. Often they invite visitors to dance or try the drums.
You can combine the visit with the 4×4 tour, the bike tour or the cooking class in Khamlia.
What’s included
- Live Gnawa music
- Mint tea
Important information
- No deposit: you pay on the day, at the camp.
- You receive an email when your request is confirmed, with the meeting time.
- Activities start from Achabou Luxury Camp, 400 m from the great dune of Erg Chebbi.
- You can combine several activities on the same day – tell us in your message.
Meeting point
Achabou Luxury Camp, Erg Chebbi, Merzouga – 1 km from the centre of Merzouga. How to get there
Questions
Do I have to stay at the camp?
No. Visitors are welcome – our guests get the camel ride included.
Do I pay a deposit?
No. You pay on the day.
Where does it start?
At Achabou Luxury Camp in Merzouga, unless we tell you otherwise when we confirm.
Can children join?
Yes, most activities are fine for children – tell us their ages in your message.
