Tighza Valley and Telouet Kasbah 8 Days Trek in Morocco Highlights
An 8-day fully organized hiking trip that will take you ‘back to basic’ and show you the rural life of the Amazigh (Berber) in Morocco
Hiking with a local English speaking guide through the gorgeous High Atlas Mountains
Visit the deserted Kasbah Telouet, then hike to Tigzha, and in the next days via Tizi N’oukhsane, to Tizi Nóuglagal, then Tamda Lake (2800m) and back to Tigzha
Drinking tea with a local family
stays in gites (local guesthouses) and 1 night of camping at the shore of enchanting Lake Lamda
Group trip:
Start date: 6 April 2025 (8 days)
Start date: 6 July 2025 (8 days)
minimum of 4 travelers, maximum of 12 travelers
Private groups:
Please contact us directly to discuss your wishes and preferred departure dates
What to expect?
Pick-up and drop-off at Marrakech airport. Transport in a 4×4 or minivan, with a skilled driver.
Full Escort: Fully escorted by an official, local guide. English speaking.
4.5 days walking (easy-moderate level)
Luggage will be carried by mules
Stays in a hotel in Marrakech, a gite (rural Moroccan home) in Tighza, and 1 night of camping (camping gear included, except sleeping bags)
Breakfast, Moroccan picnic lunches (prepared by our own cook) and dinner included
About this Trip
This Tighza Valley and Telouet Kasbah 8 Days Trek will take you to the beautiful High Atlas mountains. Discover the calm and peace in this stunning valley and enjoy life amongst the locals…
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Itinerary
Trip Outline
Trip Includes
Trip Excludes
Day 1: Marrakech Arrival
Welcome to Morocco!
You probably arrive at Marrakech Menara airport. We pick you up and bring you to your hotel. For the rest of the day, you have time to acclimatize and free time to discover the impressive ‘red city’ of Marrakech.
You could visit Djemaa El Fnaa, drink some delicious fresh fruit juice, enjoy the snake charmers and wander around in the souks.
Day 2: Télouet and Tighza (1800 m)
Today we take a 4.5-hour drive (with a lunch stop) to Télouet by minivan where we visit the Kasbah of Télouet. Which was once one of the many palaces of the Glaoui family. This Kasbah is abandoned in the 1960s and this summer palace still resembles some of the grandeur of the famous Glaoui Family. The last ruler, also known as ‘the Lord of the Atlas’ was a very colorful person. Your guide will tell you all about him and the Glaoui family.
After visiting this Kasbah we will walk for 5 km to our gite (simple hotel) in Tighza. The luggage will be taken by car. This is the real start of your Tighza Valley and Telouet Kasbah 8 Days Trek in Morocco.
The walk will be the first of many through the country of the Amazigh (Berber) people. The roads are mainly unpaved so make sure you have the proper outfit for this walk. After this walk, you will have to relax time. dinner will be served in the gite and you will enjoy the calmness and quietness of the mountains and enjoy a good night's sleep.
Day 3: Tizi N’oukhsane (2300 m)
Today we walk, have breakfast and walk again to the Tizi Nóukhsane. We will be accompanied by the cook and his mule which carry the provisions to prepare us a delicious picnic lunch. We will return to gite where we will have dinner and spend the night.
You walk accompanied by a local -English-speaking- guide and he is able to tell you everything about the mountains, the local life in the mountains, about the culture and history of the Amazigh (Berber) people and everything else you want to know about life, history, and culture in Morocco.
You are able to enjoy the beautiful, grand High Atlas Mountains, the peacefulness, and the beautiful nature. During some periods in the year, you will be able to see the snowy mountain summits and enjoy the nice mountain climate.
Day 4: Tizi Nóuglagal (2200 m)
This morning we walk to the Tizi Nouglagal and we return before lunch. The traditional lunch is served at the gite.
In the afternoon we visit the village Tighza and visit an Amazigh (Berber) family to drink tea. This is a good opportunity to meet people and experience the local life and customs of the people in the mountains. Some people don’t speak English, but French, Moroccan Arabic (Darija), and Tamazight (the Amazigh language). However, with the help of your guide, you can have some great conversations.
After tea, you have some free time and dinner and stay at the gite.
Day 5: Tamda Lake (2800 m)
Today we walk to Lake Tamda. Mules, accompanied by muleteers, will carry our luggage for one night and a cook join us to prepare a picnic lunch, dinner, and breakfast. We camp along the shore of Tamda Lake, the tents are provided. Tamda Lake is a very idyllic place and it is an opportunity to experience the beautiful nature of the impressive mountains.
Day 6: Tighza
Today we get up and have breakfast at the shore of the lake.
The tents will be torn down and we will return to our gite in Tighza, where we will have free time to refreshen ourselves, have dinner, and spend the night.
Day 7: Tighza to Marrakech
Time to leave the peacefulness of the High Atlas Mountains and return to the big city for the end of your Tighza Valley and Telouet Kasbah 8 Days Trek in Morocco.
We leave Tighza Valley and return to Marrakech (a 4-hour drive) where we stay at a hotel. In Marrakech, we have free time. The contrast between the quiet mountains and the bustling ‘red city’ of Marrakech is huge. Probably you have some time left to wander through the small souks, have dinner at Djemaa el Fnaa and buy souvenirs.
Don’t forget to bargain if you want to buy something!
Day 8: Marrakech Airport Transfer
The last day of your Tighza Valley and Telouet Kasbah 8 Days Trek in Morocco trip.
We hope you enjoyed it and enjoyed the beauty and the life in the mountains. Today you have free time in Marrakech and we transport you to the airport. Additional nights in the hotel can be booked, if you're not ready to leave Morocco yet and want an extension of your Tighza Valley and Telouet Kasbah 8 Days Trek in Morocco.
Tighza Valley and Telouet Kasbah 8 Days Trek in Morocco Highlights
An 8-day fully organized hiking trip that will take you ‘back to basic’ and show you the rural life of the Amazigh (Berber) in Morocco
Hiking with a local English speaking guide through the gorgeous High Atlas Mountains
Visit the deserted Kasbah Telouet, then hike to Tigzha, and in the next days via Tizi N’oukhsane, to Tizi Nóuglagal, then Tamda Lake (2800m) and back to Tigzha
Drinking tea with a local family
stays in gites (local guesthouses) and 1 night of camping at the shore of enchanting Lake Lamda
Group trip:
Start date: 6 April 2025 (8 days)
Start date: 6 July 2025 (8 days)
minimum of 4 travelers, maximum of 12 travelers
Private groups:
Please contact us directly to discuss your wishes and preferred departure dates
What to expect?
Pick-up and drop-off at Marrakech airport. Transport in a 4x4 or minivan, with a skilled driver.
Full Escort: Fully escorted by an official, local guide. English speaking.
4.5 days walking (easy-moderate level)
Luggage will be carried by mules
Stays in a hotel in Marrakech, a gite (rural Moroccan home) in Tighza, and 1 night of camping (camping gear included, except sleeping bags)
Breakfast, Moroccan picnic lunches (prepared by our own cook) and dinner included
Full Escort: Fully escorted by an official English speaking guide, cameleers and a cook
Transport: Minibus or 4×4 transfers from and to the Airport and the Tizgha Valley
All Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included, except in Marrakech; only breakfast is included in Marrakech
Stays in a hotel in Marrakech, a gite (rural Moroccan home) in Tighza, and 1 night of camping
Price mentioned is an indication for a trip with 4 people
Lunch and dinner in Marrakech
International flights
Sleeping bags
Travel insurance
Tips
Alcoholic drinks and items of a personal nature
Additional hotel nights before or after the tour, although these can be booked
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A land of beauty and adventure - Our travel guide Hassan Hisse is exceptional. He has the knowledge of the desert, the country and the people. He speaks several local and international languages which facilitate movement... read more and acceptability in many unusual settings and situations. He has a big heart as well, and really takes care of his group. We were in Marrekech during the earthquake last year with our tour, and he made sure we were safe and well cared for under extreme conditions. Hassan is truly an inspirational guide. Get him if you can!!
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I hope you get this fantastic guide! - Hassan Hissan is the most remarkable guide I’ve ever had. He goes above and beyond for his tourists. For example my sister and I wanted to visit a particular place... read more nearby but not on the tour. He accompanied us on what should have been his evening down time. Hassan would stop on the roadside to have us meet everyday people which was invaluable to understanding the whole of Morocco, not just what tourists expect. He’d go out of his way to accommodate requests. Hassan’s encyclopedic knowledge of Morocco is presented in an engaging way and he encourages questions. In all my travels he’s by far the best guide I’ve ever had and made Morocco truly magical.
Lois R April 17, 2024
Hassan our tour guide, made this trip an amazing adventure. Aside from keeping us informed, entertained and safe, he did small things to enhance the trip experience. For example when... read more i mentioned that I wanted to cook a certain dish we were served, he went into the kitchen and had the chef come to my table and share the recipe! That and other small and large acts of thoughtfulness made the trip stellar!
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David M December 22, 2022
In the spring of 2022 we traveled to Morocco with a group of friends. We explored Morocco from the High Atlas Mountains to the Sahara Desert, from the fascinating cities... read more with their gorgeous architecture and museums, to adventures riding camels in the desert and jeeps over the sand dunes. We have been on many trips worldwide, but our guide Hassan Hisse was the best ever! He was extremely knowledgeable, caring, friendly, and adaptable to the needs and interests of our group. Morocco was fabulous and Hassan made it extra special !!
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The Guide Makes all the Difference - Hassan Hissee brought the culture of Morocco to life. We went off the beaten path to have tea with a nomad family, spend a day in the life with... read more a family in the Atlas Mountains, visit with women who started a women’s cooperative, and talk with a woman medical student about challenges she faced. In addition to the varied landscape and interesting history, these are the experiences I will remember most.
michelle G December 9, 2022
A Magical Moroccan Adventure with Hassan - We toured Morocco for two weeks with Hassan, visiting Rabat, Fez, Marrakesh, Casablanca and the Sahara. Hassan, our trip leader, was engaging, inventive and attentive to all our needs, seamlessly... read more accommodating the plan to make room for special interests. Fluent in English, French, Arabic and Berber, he acted as an excellent translator when we visited families in Fez, Marrakesh and the Sahara. Thanks to Hassan, we felt we had as close as we could have gotten to a total immersion Moroccan experience.
Alice L December 8, 2022
Sahara Desert! - It’s an amazing trip that was carefully crafted to show us the colorful Morocco. It is an exotic experience with two story tall bird of paradise, starry night at Sahara... read more Desert, tranquil sand dune, spice souk, endless amazing mountain views, and interaction with locals. Our trip leader makes this a smooth and enjoyable trip. Highly recommended!
ALC_KC December 8, 2022
One of the best trips ever! - Hassan Hisse is the perfect guide!!! Our trip combined history, beauty, museums, gardens, mountains, souks (outdoor shopping malls), travel, home visits, dining experiences, desert trips & camel rides and... read more more. Hassan was so knowledgeable, personable, kind and went out of his way to make individual requests happen. Please request him for your trip. You will leave in awe of this beautiful country and self made young man.
Lois R December 7, 2022
An excellent Morocco experience with Hassan - I was very fortunate to have Hassan Hisse as a trip leader this past month in Morocco. Hassan shares his love of Morocco with such joy that every moment is... read more infused with history, culture, adventure, beauty and humor. He makes the adventure so delightful and is more than willing to go the extra mile to make the trip perfect for his travelers. I have traveled with many trip leaders, but none as knowledgeable and extraordinary as Hassan.
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This tour company created an 11 day tour that was truly magical, from the High Atlas Mtns, to the Sahara, Fez, Essouria and much more. Our guide and driver were... read more fantastic, accomadating, kind and informative. The people we met along the way, the food and landscapes were definitely highlights of this trip. We would do it all again. We felt safe and taken care of throughout the tour. Thank you to Marjolein, Hassan, Elias and Mohammed !
John W November 15, 2022
The highlight of our trip was definitely the camel trek in the Sahara with a beautiful overnight stay in the desert camp.
John W November 11, 2022
Our Guide was really nice, he took care for the whole group and made us feel comfortable and happy. Thanks to him we learned a lot of the culture. We... read more had a great time!
suzano714 August 3, 2022
The hike in the Atlas was stunning. Challenging but great, with generous local people when we stopped for a break. Besides that I had a lovely week full of activities... read more in Casablanca, Fez and Marrakech. Hassan took good care of us. We felt educated and also save.
JennekeU July 31, 2022
Really an amazing experience.. we went through Casablanca Rabat Meknes Fes and Marrakech without any boring moment.. everything felt safe and taken care of :)
irisdG8653TD July 31, 2022
The variety between Hassan the tourguide and the local tourguides was amazing. I learned a lot, every question i had was answered. The places we went to were amazing especially... read more Fes. There was a lot of fun and the trip had the possibility to do a lot of things or just exploring on your own. Hassan helped us with everything and made sure everyone was comfortable and had a good time!
clauxalida July 31, 2022
Whole trip was magical...Hassan the guide was amazing, very humble,knowledgeable and took great care of us...night sky was amazing...Lovely trip, we will definitely go back again
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This was my second visit to Morocco and now,thanks to our guide Hassan and his dedication,kindnes and willingnes to show us all parts of the country and the way of... read more life of its inhabitants,i saw all the beauty of kingdom of Moocco.
From bustling cities like Marakech and Essaouria,to the peace and tranquility offered by Sahara desert and mountainous regions.
Hassan had patience for all our requests and changes and with a smile on his face he solved everythingthat was needed to make us feel safe,comfortable and happy.
Thank you Haassan.
korinak615 July 4, 2022
Hassan was our guide for a week exploring Morocco. It was everything we could have asked for and even more. At first we did not know what this trip will... read more bring, but Hassan and his driver Mohamad provided excellent service. They showed us Morocco, introduced us to their culture, took us to beautiful places and most importantly took such a great care of us during the trip. Morocco is very safe place (did not know that before this trip), but with two of them we felt super safe. They seem to know everyone in Morocco!!!
Prior to coming, we have changed our itinerary 1001 time and Hassan always said it is ok.
We started our trip in Marrakech at a small and beautiful riad, followed by trip to desert, Atlas Mountain (must do) and finishing in Essaouria. Every place we went to was fantastic. Thank you Hassan for a magical trip and for choosing perfect places for us to stay.
Z2935XGgabip July 1, 2022
My husband and I traveled on a seven day tour with our amazing tour guide Hassan and his very nice an attentive driver Mustafa.
Hassan made sure our trip was... read more truly Magical! We we're picked up at Marrakesh airport at 12.00 AM and taking to our Riad. We requested to begin our scheduled tour 3 days after arrival to allow us time to recover from our jet lag and 9 hours time difference, Hassan is very easy and gentle young men, he agreed to our schedule change and suggested couple walking city tours, for the next two days, we we're introduced to his professional and very knowledgeably team. We learned a lot of Marrakesh history, super interesting!
The Magical tour for seven days began, we we're picked up at the our Riad by Hassan and his driver Mustafa, a very nice, clean and spacious black SUV. the rest was truly a fantastic experience, Hassan is very knowledgeably of the countries history and his Amazigh heritage and people. He answered all our questions with great easy and sense of humor. He carefully chose the stops to make this trip enjoyable and easy on all of us, the main points of interest: Casablanca, Fes, here we spent 2 nights in a fabulous Riad and experience great service Ifrane, (known as little Switzerland ) we climbed to the Middle High Atlas Mountains and even experienced snowing... what a delightful surprised, we stopped in this small village, Hassan and my husband played throwing snow balls at each other, afterwards we enjoyed hot chocolate the best! On our way out we saw Barbary macaques off the road and stopped for pictures, we continued to the Sahara Desert... Mustafa is a very fun men and very skilled driver
We felt very secured and relaxed the entire time, by the time we reached our Sahara Camp we were all-ready friends and felt so comfortable in their company. The Great Sahara Desert appeared before our eyes we arrived to the camp at the golden hour, where we stayed at the most beautiful Glamping site. (glamorous camping) true to it's name. We we're tired for we had travel all day, however, with all the beautiful sites and the hardy laughter it was not monotonous at any time. After a good nights rest we had a great breakfast, went for an outing to surrounding camps and visited with Nomad families, quite interesting to see how content they live, they warmly invited us to their guest tent and offered their wonderful mint tea. Finally, it was our great moment ridding the Camels and enjoy the glorious Sahara Desert! The Camels are very easy and gentle we got great
instructions and help, so it went very smoothly, carefully planned at Sunset, as a photographer I truly appreciated the timing... Spectacular, fun and breathtaking. Altogether a great experienced, the temperatures for this time of the year (March) is warm during the day with temperatures dropping at night. One of the best travel experience my husband and I have had, Morocco is a melting pot of great people, they are hospitable, kind and very welcoming to tourism. I can tell you that Hassan and his team at the camp will give you their attention and care for your every need from beginning to end. On our way back we took another route that kept our interest and and felt as a total bonus, we stopped at another Riad for a good night's rest in the morning, Hassan brought coffee to our room and later we met fro breakfast, afterwards we took a short and pleasant a nature walk, next day we continue our way back to Marrakesh, Hassan made sure we visited a wonderful Amazigh museum, we stopped at open markets and bought fruits, nuts, dry figs and plenty of dates... delicious.
Morocco has so much to offer with its an abundance of fruits, flower,vegetables, spices and of course all the beautiful handmade traditional Moroccan outfits and artisan industry, we bought a lot of souvenirs and enjoyed the great food.
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afra502 April 2, 2022
My recent trip to Morocco with my wife was the trip of a lifetime. Let me explain that I am 84, and I have lived and traveled all over the... read more world. With Morocco, I have now been to every continent on Earth except for Antarctica. I was born, raised, and educated in Sweden. I lived and worked in Europe. I moved to and became a citizen of the USA. I have traveled to most of Europe, China, Australia, New Zealand, the Galapagos Islands and Ecuador: you name it. I’ve seen the Wonders of the World. I consider this one the trip of a lifetime, though, because of the opportunity to have met, sung, and eaten with and volunteered to serve the Moroccan people in their villages, in their homes, away from the tourist hotspots. I have never been anywhere else where the people – every man, woman, and child – were as warm, hospitable, and good-hearted as the people of Morocco. I do believe that they are the greatest tourist attraction and economic resource of the nation. If it were not for our superior guide, Hassan Hisse, there is no way we would have had the same chances. We are forever in his debt.
jansA6335VP March 21, 2022
Short getaway to a beautiful, picturesque village in the Atlas Mountains - Tighza. Hassan was my guide who was very professional and an amazing person. The trip was beyond... read more my expectations. Accommodation was at the Riad Kasbah Oliver which is a family run business, my room was comfortable with the best view of the valley & area. I highly recommend booking a trip with Travel Magical Morocco if you want to have great time with beautiful memories of Morocco. Would also like to thank Mohammad for his safe driving throughout the trip.
Voyage740671 March 16, 2022
This is the third tour I have booked with Hassan as a guide. He is the only guide I hire when I visit Morocco. His professionalism, attention to detail, knowledge... read more about a wide range of subjects, fun-loving personality, and spirit of adventure made this trip to Fes, Chefchaouen, and Tangier a perfect getaway. Highly recommend
R1598AYellenh March 13, 2022
Hassan is amazing guide an person! He thought me
a lot and made me feel comfortable and safe! It was a great experience and I wish go to Morocco again... read more soon!
946prism March 9, 2022
Hassan is one of the best guides I've ever been on trip with. He knows everything about the village, but also about things you'll pass along the way like the... read more nature and surroundings. He introduces you to the history and culture of his people which is amazing to hear, since he's also a pretty incredible story teller. Besides that he's very kind and makes you feel comfortable instantly.
The trip was arranged in all detail so you will not need to think about a thing yourself, everything will be taken care of; from pick up to drop off, food, etc.
I highly recommend going on trip with Travel Magical Morocco!! You'll have a great time for sure:) I hope to be back soon and travel again with Hassan!
W2888OEirenev November 28, 2021
The favorite part is effort of our guide Hassan Hiss who show us his culture and his beautiful country and people with so much passion.
Dada0907 November 22, 2021
What can I say apart from awesome! From making enquires to the pick up....all smooth! Yassin our driver was careful and considerate at all times! Mohammed our guide, just made... read more everything come alive! A young Berber local who is enthusiastic about his country and his culture! This is what travelling is all about! Take a chance and I assure you, you won't regret it!
Ocdnomag February 27, 2020
This was one of the best week's away I have ever experienced, action packed, visually stunning, an elixir for all the senses. Sights; stunning scenary everywhere you look, the majestic... read more sunrises and sunsets and the hustle and bustle of the medina markets which I loved. Sounds; of street performers, market sellers, calls to prayer, laughter at the dinner table and the unmistakable bleats and rumbles of the camels as they took us on our Sahara trek. Wonderful aromas, of spices, fragrant oils, roasted Argan nuts and fresh rose products from Rose Valley, and touch too with the Sahara desert between your toes whilst walking and camel riding across the dunes, fantastic experiences. But fudamentally, what made this trip away so enjoyable for me (other than being able to escape the wet and windy weather in England in December and experiencing all and more of what I have tried to portray above) was getting to know my fellow tavellers who came from all over the globe and to have the chance to interact with the very friendly Moroccon people where ever we were, including the wonderful Hassan our tour guide who never failed to make us feel special, welcome and valued; wise, knowledgable and always there to help and share his wealth of experience and insight into Moroccan culture and traditions. Thank you Hassan. Without hesitation a 5 star experience.
Bruce123B December 21, 2019
What made this trip superb...beside the experience of traveling in Morocco....was our most remarkable guide. Hassan Hisse was simply exceptional in every way. I have traveled a... read more great deal in my life largely related to work and have always been allergic to the very thought of a group trip. This was my first such trip and if Hassan were my guide I would never hesitate to do it again. He is smart as a whip about his country; his physical agility , his sensitivity and seemingly effortless ability to understand the special needs and the limitations of what was basically a middle aged assemblage of people was stunning and singular. And all this was underscored by Hassan’s wonderful sense of humor and the speed with which he adjusted to the cultural differences within the groups One more note: as we toured various sites I overheard the leader of another group explaining in the most unenthused and rote fashion what they were seeing. Hearing this I realized once more just how lucky we were to have Hassan as the person who introduced us to Morocco
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