Luxury two destination yoga and Atlas Mountain walking holiday, Morocco
5 - 12 May 2018
Cost from £875
Teacher Raquel Alves
Holiday ExpiredAbout Kasbah du Toubkal
Kasbah du Toubkal is perched on a great rock outcrop above the village of Imlil in the High Atlas mountains. Just 90 minutes from Marrakech, the Kasbah is set within the Toubkal National Park below the towering flanks of Jbel Toubkal, the highest mountain in North Africa. It is a place of outstanding natural beauty, peace and seclusion.
The Kasbah has panoramic views of the mountains, valleys and waterfalls and is reached by a short walk (15 min) or mule ride from the village of Imlil. There are daily guided walks and the Kasbah has its own traditional Hammam. The Hamman is free to be enjoyed after yoga or a walk and is DIY in contrast to the Hammam at Tigmi where you are bathed and scrubbed by a therapist.
About Tigmi
Tigmi, situated 24km south of Marrakesh, is set within a magical desert landscape. On the brow of the Berber hamlet of Tagadert, its labyrinth of narrow alleyways and flat-roofed village houses has a timeless, biblical feel.
'Tigmi', meaning 'my house' in the local Berber dialect, was built in 1840 for the local judge. As with many North African dwellings, the interior is all; a step inside, and the peaceful beauty of Tigmi is revealed. The first impression is of a lovely garden laid to lawns and paths, with banana palms, citrus and olive trees and a swimming pool with soft, jade-coloured water. The scents and colours of orange blossom and roses assail the senses. Fifteen tortoises live in this garden, adding to the unhurried feel of this tranquil oasis.
There are two swimming pools, one of which is heated to 26 degrees throughout the year, and one natural unheated and no chlorine. There are sun-loungers around the pool and shaded areas in the gardens, furnished with comfortable divans for those of you who prefer to laze around out of the sun.
The daily programme
The first three nights will be spent at the Kasbah, where there will be two yoga classes each day and a guided walk. In the morning there will be a 90 minute practice to include meditation and pranayama this will be followed by breakfast. A guided walk will be on offer each afternoon and and also a gentle yoga session before dinner. The outside yoga space at the Kasbah takes in the mountain views while enjoying the fresh and pure mountain air.
The last four nights will be at Tigmi where there will be two yoga classes daily with one yoga free day. Each morning there will be a yoga class that includes meditation and pranayama practices. There will be a second yoga class in the afternoon. The classes will be suitable for all levels and experience. The yoga space is a covered roof terrace with stunning views of Marrakesh across the plains.
The meals at the Kasbah and Tigmi are all included and include a breakfast of delicious homemade juices, honey, yoghurts, pancakes, cheeses, locally made breads, fresh fruit and cereals will be served after class. There will be lunch and all evening meals are traditionally North African dishes, with wonderful vegetarian meals also prepared on request.
Things to do
Whilst staying at the Kasbah you can enjoy walking in the Atlas mountains, visiting the village of Imlil or relaxing on a roof terrace with a book in hand enjoying the views. During your stay at Tigmi outside of yoga the rest of the day can be spent lazing Moroccan style - lounging, reading or swimming in one of the two pools, playing backgammon or chess in one of the many gardens and courtyards or popping into Marrakesh on the hotel's free mini-bus service.
Tigmi and the Kasbah have their own hammam, spa treatments and massage therapists on hand. At Tigmi there are a few bicycles available for the more energetic to explore the local area. A daily guided walks is included each day while at the Kasbah and for the more adventurous longer treks can be arranged.
Outside of Tigmi there are local sporting activities such as horse-riding and golf. Cultural treats are plentiful with mosques, museums, a visit to the famous square Jemaa el Fna with its acrobats, dancers and magicians, the Majorelle Gardens and the grove of 150,000 palm trees at La Palmeraie. A visit to one of the souks in Marrakesh's old city is an art form in itself, with busy market stalls and colourful displays of the traders' wares - local crafts, satins, silks, glittery shoes, leather wares, paintings, spices and food.
There are various day excursions further afield, arranged by the hotel such as a visit to coastal Essaouira. Music lovers may have heard of the 'Festival Essaouira' which hosts four days and nights of African gnawa music, world music and jazz. For the more energetic, and subject to snowfall, skiing can be enjoyed in the small resort of Oukaimeden in the Atlas range.
Accommodation
The bedrooms at the Kasbah and Tigmi are authentically Moroccan with generous, comfortable beds, cool sheets, hand-woven covers and cushions, large bathrooms and a traditional seated area, which can double as extra sleeping-space.
Many of the bedrooms have fireplaces and private terraces. A small number of deluxe rooms are available at the Kasbah and suites are available on request at Tigmi.
Luxury two destination yoga and Atlas Mountain walking holiday, Morocco, 5 - 12 May 2018
Costs
Shared standard room at Kasbah Toubkal & Berber room at Tigmi (all en-suite) £875
Shared twin or double deluxe room at Toubkal & Berber room at Tigmi (all en-suite) £990
Single standard room at Kasbah Toubkal & Berber room at Tigmi (all en-suite) £1175
Single deluxe room at Kasbah Toubkal & Berber room at Tigmi (all en-suite) £1405
All prices are per person
Accommodation, breakfast, lunch, and evening meals at both the Kasbah and Tigmi, two yoga classes per day with one yoga free day or two free yoga afternoons. A free airport transfer is offered on a recommended flight to Marrakesh. Please see 'Travel arrangements' for details.
Travel Arrangements
Easyjet, BA and Ryanair fly direct to Marrakesh from London.
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A free airport transfer is offered from Marrakesh airport to Kasbah du Toubkal if you take the following recommended flight on 5th May or arrive at a similar time: EasyJet flight 8893 from London Gatwick to Marrakesh arriving 10.15am.
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