Rabbits, baby goats, creative workshops and a beldi lunch: at the Secret Family Farm, families enjoy an extraordinary day out in Marrakech.
An idea that won me over instantly
When a family asks me how to keep the kids busy in Marrakech — really busy, not just trailing from monument to monument — my answer has changed since I discovered the Secret Family Farm. It's an address I now slip into every family itinerary, and every single time, the feedback is the same: "Céline, that was the best day of the whole trip."
The farm is located on Route d'Agadir, on the same site as La Secret Beach. A setting away from the city, where the pace slows down and children immediately find their place: hands in the soil, eyes wide open.
Feeding the animals: the little ones' favourite moment
From the moment they arrive, each child is given a basket of food for the animals. And that's when the magic happens. Rabbits, hens, ducks, baby goats, tortoises, a calf, and even a baby dromedary — the farm is home to a wonderful variety of residents. I've seen four-year-olds who started out shy end up completely blossoming after feeding the goats by hand. Those moments can't be planned. They just happen, and they stay with you.
Access to the farm is open, giving families time to wander at their own pace, with no timer ticking. For little ones under 2, farm entry is free — a detail that matters when you're travelling with a large family.
Creative workshops: every child goes home with something they made
What I particularly love is that the Secret Family Farm is about so much more than animal encounters. Depending on the pack you choose, creative workshops are included. The most popular? The ceramics workshop, which unfolds in two stages: you start in the morning to shape your piece, then come back to paint it in the afternoon or at the end of the day. It's a lovely excuse to plan a full day on site.
The other workshops are shorter and can be done at any point during the visit — ideal for families who prefer to keep their schedule flexible.
Worth noting: supervised accompaniment during the workshops is available as an optional add-on (from age 5, on request), giving parents a chance to take a breather if needed.
A beldi meal to recharge
Depending on the pack you select, a beldi set menu with starter and main course is included. After a morning chasing ducks and shaping clay, everyone works up an appetite. This meal in a lush, green setting is also a welcome pause for parents — because yes, the day is full-on (in the best possible way). Drinks are ordered separately on-site.
What to organise before you go
A few practical points I always share with families before their visit:
- Booking is required at least 1 day before your visit.
- A 20% deposit is required at the time of booking (secure online payment); the balance is settled in cash on site.
- Free cancellation up to 3 days before — after that, the deposit is retained.
- An accompanying adult must be present and attentive throughout the visit.
- In summer, I recommend going in the morning or late afternoon to enjoy the cooler temperatures.
- Transport can be arranged as an optional add-on (return van from Guéliz) — worth thinking about if you're not hiring a car.
Céline's tip
If you're travelling with children aged 4 and up and looking for an experience that truly steps off the beaten track, book the Secret Family Farm Marrakech. It's one of those places where adults forget they're tired because they're watching their children come alive. And no museum in the world can give you that.
