Luxury two destination yoga & Atlas Mountain walking retreat, Morocco

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 flowing and dynamic yoga practice which will be followed by breakfast. A guided walk will be on offer each day and in the evenings a more gentle and restorative 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 also be two yoga classes daily with one yoga free day. Again each morning there will be a flowing and more dynamic yoga class. Each evening a gentle more restorative class. The classes will be suitable for all levels and experience. The yoga space at Tigmi is a covered roof terrace with stunning views of Marrakesh across the plains.

The meals at the Kasbah and Tigmi are all included. There will be a delicious breakfast, lunch and evening meals. Traditional 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. A daily guided walk 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.

Accommodation

The bedrooms at the Kasbah and Tigmi are authentically Moroccan with generous, comfortable beds, cool sheets, hand-woven covers and cushions and large, en-suite bathrooms. Many of the bedrooms have fireplaces and private terraces.

A range of standard, superior and deluxe rooms are available at the Kasbah. For Tigmi the standard Berber rooms are offered but suites are available on request and the supplement is payable locally.