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Hands-On Moroccan Wood Carving Workshop with Local Experts
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Hands-On Moroccan Wood Carving Workshop with Local Experts

By Ateliers d'Ailleurs
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$178 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Learn traditional Moroccan wood carving with master craftsman Abdellatif.
  • Explore tools, techniques, and the properties of different types of wood
  • Discover traditional methods used in furniture and architectural woodcarving
  • Enjoy an authentic cultural experience in the heart of the Medina.

Activity location

    • Marrakech
    • Marrakech, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Jamaa ElFna, marrakech, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco | Outside Café France in Djemaa El-Fna.
    • Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco

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Hands-On Moroccan Wood Carving Workshop with Local Experts
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Price details
NZ$178.34 x 1 AdultNZ$178.34

Total
Price is NZ$178.34

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedHomemade snacks
  • What's includedWhat's included Water
  • What's includedWhat's included Tea break
  • What's includedWhat's included Photographs
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Smoking indoors
  • Not suitable for: Children under 8 years, People over 70 years

What you can expect

Join us for an authentic wood carving workshop led by Abdellatif, a master craftsman with a lifetime of experience working in his studio in the heart of the Medina. Mustapha’s expertise and passion for traditional Moroccan craftsmanship will guide you through each step of the wood carving process, offering a unique hands-on experience.

During this immersive workshop, you'll learn the essential phases of wood carving, starting with tracing your design and moving on to the intricate sculpting process. You'll create a stunning Moroccan Beldi decoration, using the same techniques that have been passed down through generations.

You will also explore the tools and methods used by professional carvers, as well as the characteristics of various types of wood, each with its unique properties. Mustapha will share insights into traditional woodcarving methods, particularly those used in the creation of decorative furniture and architectural elements found throughout Moroccan homes and palaces.

This workshop offers a rare opportunity to dive into Morocco's rich woodcarving culture and bring home a beautiful, handcrafted piece of your own creation. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, Abdellatif’s workshop is designed to provide an authentic and rewarding cultural experience. Come with an open mind and leave with a unique keepsake and a deeper appreciation of Moroccan craftsmanship.

Location

Activity location

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    • Marrakech
    • Marrakech, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Jamaa ElFna, marrakech, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco | Outside Café France in Djemaa El-Fna.
    • Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco