Farm
Walk through the gardens, meet the people behind Akal and see where the food begins.
Akal is entering a new chapter
AKAL FARMEssaouira — Farm, Table & Saltwater Pool
A day in the countryside, by the water.
Saltwater swimming, long Italian lunches, olive trees and the quiet rhythm of the farm.
Farm, saltwater pool & table
Come for the pool. Stay for lunch. Let the afternoon unfold.
The Pool
A whole day under the olive trees.
Our 16 × 6 metre saltwater pool is made for slow days in the sun.
Swim. Read. Have a drink from the pool bar. Find a shady spot beneath the olive trees, order something small and stay for lunch. Then let the afternoon unfold.
Come for the pool. Stay for lunch.
The saltwater pool
Swimming, shade, lunch and a slow afternoon in the countryside.
At the farm now
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16 × 6 m
Saltwater pool
Under the olive trees
Natural shade around the pool
Pool bar
Drinks and small snacks throughout the day
Italian lunch
A leisurely lunch in our restaurant
Akal is entering a new chapter
First the farm. Now a slower day at Akal.
Akal is beginning a gentle new chapter. La Luna di Luca, a London Italian restaurant, is joining the farm’s dining story and bringing a light Italian touch to the table.
The heart stays the same: seasonal produce, warm Moroccan hospitality, organic growing and long countryside lunches shaped by what the farm gives that day.
Akal is a place to swim, eat and slow down, while staying close to the farm and the rhythm of the land.
The Akal Experience
Make a day of it.
Come for the saltwater pool. Stay for a long lunch. Explore the farm and take your time beneath the open sky. The water, the table and the land belong to the same slow day at Akal.
Table
Seasonal food, shared tables and long lunches shaped by the morning harvest.
Pool
Begin by the 16 × 6 metre saltwater pool, then stay for lunch and a slow afternoon.
The Table
From the pool to the table.
After a morning in the water, settle in for a long Italian lunch at La Luna di Luca. Fresh pasta, good wine and seasonal ingredients meet the produce of the farm.
The table begins in the beds and stays close to the land: simple, generous and shaped by what is growing. Come hungry. Stay awhile.
Seasonal produceOrganic vegetablesOlive oilHoneyFresh herbsBreadFarm-grown ingredientsMoroccan influencesMenus that change with the seasons
View our menusToday’s menu follows the farm
Today’s harvest
Vegetables, herbs and fruit gathered from the farm shape what is served each day.
From the kitchen
Seasonal Italian cooking meets the produce and generous spirit of the farm.
To finish
A simple finish guided by the season, from farm fruit and honey to something from the kitchen.
The Farm
Meet the land.
Akal means earth. The organic farm sits inland from Essaouira, where Atlantic light, olive trees and vegetable beds shape the pace of the day in the Essaouira countryside. See it in the Akal Farm photo gallery.
Its story is rooted in family farming, Berber knowledge, organic agriculture and respect for the land. No chemical shortcut replaces the quiet work of compost, rotation, harvest and care.
First there was the farm. Now there is a table. The next chapter grows from the same soil.
Experiences
Choose your pace.
Farm Tour
See where everything begins.
Cooking
Learn, cook and eat together.
The Table
Eat what the farm is offering that day.
Olive Oil & Honey
Taste the farm.
Pool Day
Saltwater swimming, natural shade and a long lunch.
Private Events
Bring your people to Akal.
Take Akal Home
Take a little Akal home.
Seasonal produce, olive oil, honey and vegetable baskets offer a small way to carry the farm home with you, whenever the harvest allows.
Organic vegetable baskets
Olive oil
Honey
Seasonal produce
Gallery
Fields, food and long tables.
A glimpse of Akal in season: harvests, shared plates, animals, olive trees and the slow rhythm of the farm.
Google reviews
What guests say after a day at Akal.
Public Google reviews for Akal ferme en permaculture.
4.7
54 Google reviews
★★★★★
“We celebrated my friend’s birthday at AKAL yesterday with a wonderful farm-to-table lunch in a beautiful, tranquil setting. I had the vegetarian option which was delicious and full of flavour. The staff were amazing and very attentive.”
★★★★★
“Beautiful farm and gardens and great farm to table food. Portions are huge — took most of my food home but a lovely dining experience in a peaceful setting.”
★★★★★
“Just celebrated my Birthday at Akal and it was really wonderful. Amazing food. Great Staff.”
★★★★★
“Really wonderful to see a project committed to permaculture and organic growing here in Essaouira! We had a beautiful afternoon sampling a delicious menu at the restaurant and walking around the farm.”
A day at Akal
Let the day unfold.
An illustrative rhythm, rather than fixed opening hours.
11:00
Arrive & settle in
Take your time, find your spot and get comfortable.
11:30
Swim & relax
Spend the morning in the saltwater pool, beneath the olive trees.
13:30
Long Italian lunch
Leave the water for a leisurely lunch at La Luna di Luca.
15:30
Back to the pool
Swim, read or nap and let the afternoon unfold.
17:00
Drinks beneath the olive trees
Order something cold and stay with the quiet of the farm.
18:00
Head home
Leave slowly, after a full day in the countryside.
Getting here
Just outside Essaouira.
Address
Douar Ait Elouafi, commune Lahsinate, outside Essaouira.
Driving
Akal is reached by road through the countryside outside Essaouira. Detailed directions are shared when you book.
Taxi & transfers
Ask the team about the easiest way to arrange your outward and return journey.
Parking
Arrival details are shared with your booking confirmation.
FAQ
Plan your visit.
Where is Akal?
Akal is in Douar Ait Elouafi, commune Lahsinate, in the countryside outside Essaouira.
How do I get there?
Akal is reached by road through the countryside. Detailed directions are shared when you book.
Do I need a car?
Guests can arrive by car or taxi. Ask the team for the best directions before setting out.
Can you help with transport?
Ask about transport when booking and the team will share the most suitable option.
Do I need to reserve?
Yes. Akal is planned around reservations so the farm and kitchen can prepare properly.
What does lunch include?
Lunch follows the farm and changes with the season. Confirm the day’s menu when booking.
What type of food is served?
Seasonal farm cooking rooted in Moroccan produce, with a gentle Italian influence in Akal’s next chapter.
Is there a vegetarian option?
Vegetarian needs should be shared when booking so the kitchen can confirm what is possible.
Can you accommodate allergies?
Tell the team about allergies before visiting so they can advise clearly.
Are children welcome?
Children may be welcome for suitable experiences. Confirm the group details when booking.
Can I come for the pool?
The 16 × 6 metre saltwater pool is at the heart of a day at Akal, alongside lunch and time on the farm.
Can I book private events?
Yes, private groups, gatherings and celebrations can enquire directly.
Can I visit the farm?
Farm visits are available through planned farm experiences and tours by reservation.
Can I buy produce?
Seasonal produce, olive oil, honey and vegetable baskets may be available during your visit.
What happens if it rains?
The team will advise during booking and confirm the best plan for the weather.
How far in advance should I book?
Book ahead where possible so the farm and kitchen can prepare for your visit.
Book
Come spend the day at Akal.
Swim in the saltwater. Lunch beneath the olive trees. Explore the farm. Stay until the afternoon slows down.