Make Your Own Argan Oïl

Badge of ExcellenceMarrakech, Morocco

2 hours (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover the secrets of a Moroccan beauty ritual with a make-your-own traditional argan oil class, taught by a local host. During this class, you'll learn how to distinguish between real and fake argan oil before mixing your own beauty oil to take home. Once you're finished, enjoy tea and pastries with your host as they share stories of life in Morocco, and even tips on how to shop like a local when browsing the city’s many stalls and shops.

Mix your own argan oil to take home
Discover the benefits and uses of argan oil
Learn about Moroccan culture and get tips to shop like a local
Enjoy tea and pastries with your host

What's Included

I have all the necessary equipment for the preparation as well as all the essential ingredients for the preparation.
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Rue de Berrima, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
next to pharmacy el badii

Start time

03:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews

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Authentic & hands-on class

Robyn_M, Mar 2024

Najla welcomed us into her home via a maze of an alleyway so don’t be late to the pharmacy meeting point. Set inside a beautiful clean family riad the setting couldn’t have been more perfect. We had about 45 minutes discussing all about the argan oil, Najla swapped between French & English for the guests there. Then we spent over an hour squeezing out the argan pulp to make oil. It was such a lovely tactile experience, we had a great time. We took away 100ml of our cold pressed oil. Highly recommended. PS This class booked out the night before

wonderful workshop in great environment

Ekaterina_M, Mar 2024

Najla is a wonderful person and very knowledgable about argan oil, however I wish also to visit her cooking class. The atmosphere was amazing, she is a good french and English speaker and was vry kind to my daughter which she appreciated a lot. Najla is an adorable person I want to meet again if I go to Marrakesh. Hope to see you again, dear !

Worth it experience

Patricia_C, Mar 2024

Great experience! We had so much fun and learned so much from the friendly instructor. We would recommend this to anyone who wants to get their hands and minds into the real oil making experience.

Liquid gold

Sara_A, Jan 2024

Wow I was amazed as to how these nuts made the oil. Everything was explained perfectly from start to finish. And when you are making the oil it is an amazing feeling to see the end result pure amazing argan oil which you get to take home.

Great experience

Dana_P, Dec 2023

Najla was super friendly and very knowledgeable about argan oil processing. The process of making the oil was very exciting and relaxing, we enjoyed it. Now we know not only how to make argan oil, but also how to distinguish real oil from fake one. Now we have 2 bottles of argan oil and I have already started using it. Thank you, Najla! Dana & Mārcis from Latvia

Brilliant experience.

Daniel_B, Nov 2023

Najla was a brilliant host, her attitude and knowledge towards the experience really shone through. We were welcomed into her family home with Moroccan tea and biscuits as she explained some of the detailed facts behind Argon Oil before we sat down and gave it a go ourselves. My Wife owns a Hair Salon so this was a brilliant experience for her as she uses Moroccan Oil on shop floor but it was interesting to find out the detail behind it. My Wife will keep in touch with Najla for more info and bringing the experience back with her to Wales. Highly recommend this experience for those who have an interest in traditional Moroccan Oil.

Amazing time

Bernita_M, Oct 2023

Where do I start? I traveled by myself to Marrakesh so I was very skeptical about doing things by myself. This tour was everything to me. Naj was VERY helpful. She knows about everything. Her house was beautiful. She treated me and the others like family and even took us around town. The argan class was very informative and I really enjoyed making the oil. The knowledge I have now i can use for later. Do not think twice about booking this. You will love!!!

PHENOMENAL (DON'T HESITATE TO BOOK)

Barbara_C, Sep 2023

PHENOMENAL My friend and i absolutely loved this experience. It literally was EVERYTHING!!! Najlae welcomed us into her beautiful family home. Had some lovely, tasty refreshments. She was absolutely brilliant, delightful & welcoming. We left with loads of knowledge on Argan oil. I.e. how to identify diluted argan oil from pure argan oil. Some history on Argan Oil and Markets to purchase the seeds from. The difference between cosmetic argan oil & cooking argan oil etc... The making of the argan oil was therapeutic & fun. Najlae showed us step by step with great depth of explanation, making the process easy & enjoyable. We are still amazed that we made argan oil 😁 She assisted us in getting a taxi when we finished and offered to escort us to the Market the following day. I must say, she is amazing, goes over & beyond to make you feel safe & have an enjoyable experience. Ready to help wherever possible. I absolutely love her personality, its not everyday you meet people like Najlae, honestly. We went for an activity & left with a friend. We are so greatful for the experience and will definitely be returning. We would 100% recommend. She also does cooking classes which I would be attending next year. Can't wait 😁 Thank you Najlae

A must-do in Marrakech!

Lydia_S, Apr 2023

Najlae was a delight! She is super knowledgeable, engaging, and funny! She tells you exactly how to tell the real from the fake if you’re shopping. And she has some products of her own you can browse. The process of making the oil is very satisfying as well and it all takes place in her gorgeous home. Ours was a small group which also made it a relaxing break from the hustle and bustle of the city! Would highly recommend.

Amazing Experience

ydmcp9qcfj, Oct 2022

Very enriching experience and history lesson of the process of Argan Oil. Our host was kind and had a great personality.

Highly recommended exceptional class!

heatherkyma, Mar 2022

Exceptional class! My daughter and I learned so much from Najlae. She is a very knowledgeable and wonderful teacher and hostess. I will definitely recommend her class to friends and clients! I will absolutely take her other classes when I return😃

Making Argan Oil

Jeremy_B, Sep 2021

Najla was a great instructor and went out of her way to show us both applications of making Argan oil for cosmetic and cooking purposes. We really enjoyed the experience and her hospitality.

Lovely Class

Vivian_N, Aug 2021

The workshop was very insightful and fun. Myself and my sister learnt alot. Najlae was very friendly and welcoming. The house was clean and spacious.

Si vous avez envie...

Pauline_F, Apr 2023

Si vous avez envie d'apprendre davantage sur la culture marocaine et sur le procédé de production de l'huile d'argan cette activité est faite pour vous. Najla est une personne très accueillante et bienveillante, vous resortirez de cette activité avec le sourire et la bonne humeur. Nous recommandons vivement cette activité