Celebrate the festive season at Kasbah Tamadot

A magical Christmas and New Year in Morocco’s Atlas Mountains

This Christmas and New Year, spend the holidays somewhere unexpected: Kasbah Tamadot, set high in Morocco's Atlas Mountains. Far from crowded cities and the usual holiday routine, Kasbah Tamadot offers a blend of festive cheer, cultural discovery, and indulgent relaxation.

Picture festive feasts with Moroccan flavours, evenings under star-filled skies, and mornings overlooking snow-capped peaks, all wrapped in world-class hospitality. Whether you're here for Christmas or seeing in the New Year, it's a setting unlike any other.

Celebrate in style

This year, spend the holidays somewhere different. At Kasbah Tamadot, the festive spirit runs through every detail, from twinkling lights and enchanting décor to indulgent Christmas and New Year celebrations. Unwind in a traditional hammam, share stories by a roaring fire, or toast to new beginnings under the star-filled Moroccan sky, all surrounded by the Atlas Mountains and the warmth of Berber hospitality.

Choose from elegantly styled rooms, spacious suites, private Riads, or Berber Tents with terraces overlooking the mountains, each a sanctuary of comfort and style with plush interiors and handcrafted furnishings. Festive celebration meets Moroccan luxury, whichever you pick.

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Festive dining

Christmas and New Year at Kasbah Tamadot means beautifully prepared menus at Asayss and Kanoun, blending international favourites with a Moroccan twist.

Expect spiced tagines, freshly baked Moroccan bread, and indulgent desserts, each dish crafted with care. Dine by candlelight indoors or al fresco beneath the stars, whichever suits the night.

A Kasbah Christmas

Christmas at Kasbah Tamadot looks little like Christmas anywhere else. The holiday isn't traditionally celebrated in Morocco, so the season here takes on its own charm: serene mountain views, crisp air, and the warmth of Moroccan hospitality.

Picture waking on Christmas morning to the sun rising over the Atlas Mountains, followed by a leisurely breakfast and activities through the day. It's Christmas with a different rhythm, blending tradition with a spirit of adventure.

For a closer look at how the day could unfold, explore our Christmas itinerary below.

New Year's Eve at Kasbah Tamadot

Ring in the New Year at Kasbah Tamadot, where celebration meets luxury in the heart of the Atlas Mountains. Enjoy an evening of gourmet dining, live entertainment, and joyful company as you toast to fresh beginnings under a sky full of stars. New Year's Eve is celebrated worldwide on December 31st, but it's also worth noting that the Amazigh (Berber) New Year, Yennayer, falls later in January, giving Morocco its own rich tapestry of festive traditions.

From the elegant dining room to cosy moments by the fire, every detail is designed for the occasion. Raise a glass, share laughter with loved ones, and welcome the year ahead surrounded by mountain views and the warmth of Berber hospitality.

For a glimpse of the celebrations in store, explore our New Year's Eve itinerary below.

Wellness & relaxation

The festive season is the perfect time to slow down, recharge, and embrace the serenity of the Atlas Mountains. At Kasbah Tamadot, wellness is at the heart of the experience, from soothing spa rituals to calming treatments designed to restore balance.

Whether you’re preparing for the celebrations ahead or easing into the new year, give yourself the gift of relaxation and let our spa team help you feel refreshed, renewed, and ready to celebrate.

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Christmas Celebrations

Wednesday, 23 December

07:00 - 10:30 | Breakfast at Assays Restaurant
09:30 - 11:30 | Two-hour walking trek (book at reception)
10:30 - 17:00 | Learn how to prepare Moroccan tea with Mohamed
11:00 -17:00 | Traditional henna art
15:00 - 16:00 | Bread making at the Berber Kitchen (1-hour sessions)
12:30 - 16:30 | Lunch at the Pool Terrace (weather dependent)
15:00 - 17:00 | Two-hour walking trek (book at reception)
18:30 | Cocktails and live music at Kanoun and Assays
19:00 | Dinner and live music at Kanoun and Assays

Tuesday, 24 December | Christmas Eve

07:00 - 10:30 | Breakfast at Assays
10:00 - 12:00 | Bike ride
10:30 - 17:00 | Learn how to prepare Moroccan tea with Mohamed
11:00 - 17:00 | Traditional henna art
11:00 | Cooking classes (book at reception)
11:00 - 15:00 | Lunch at Armed (book at reception - departure from 10:30)
11:00 | Visit to the Eve Branson Foundation Centre (book at reception)
12:30 - 15:00 | Lunch at the Pool Terrace (weather dependent)
15:00 | 30-minute mule ride around the local area (book at reception)
15:00 - 16:00 | Bread making at the Berber Kitchen (1-hour sessions)
15:00 - 17:00 | Tennis competition with the coach
16:00 - 17:00 | Afternoon tea and mulled wine at the Pool Bar
18:30 | Cocktails and live music at the Pool Bar terrace
19:00 | Dinner and live music at Assays

Friday, 25 December | Christmas Day

07:00 - 10:30 | Breakfast at Assays with a visit from Santa Claus
08:00 - 12:00 | Two-hour walking trek (book at reception)
10:30 & 11:00 | Moroccan tea making class
10:30 - 17:00 | Traditional henna art
11:00 | Cooking classes (book at reception)
11:00 - 16:00 | Lunch at the Pool Terrace (weather dependent)
12:30 | Two-hour walking trek (book at reception)
15:00 - 17:00 | Live cooking demo at the Berber kitchen (book at reception)
15:00- 17:00 | Tennis competition with the coach
15:00 - 17:00 | Two-hour walking trek (book at reception)
16:00 - 17:00 | Afternoon tea and mulled wine at the Pool Bar
18:30 | Cocktails and live music at Kanoun and Assays
19:00 | Dinner and live music at Kanoun and Assays

Saturday, 26 December

07:00 - 10:30 | Breakfast at Assays Restaurant
10:00 | Visit to the local Souk
11:00 | Cooking classes (book at reception)
10:30 - 17:00 | Moroccan tea making class (1-hour sessions)
11:00 - 17:00 | Traditional henna art
12:30 | Lunch at the Pool Terrace (weather dependent)
15:00 | 30-minute mule ride around the local area (book at reception)
15:00 - 17:00 | Tennis competition with the coach
15:00 -16:00 | Bread making at the Berber Kitchen (1-hour sessions)
16:00 - 17:00 | Afternoon tea and mulled wine at the Pool Bar
18:30 | Cocktails and live music at Kanoun and Assays
19:00 | Dinner and live music at Kanoun and Assays

New Year's Celebrations

Wednesday, 30 December

07:00 - 10:30 | Breakfast at Assays
09:30 - 11:30 | Two-hour walking trek (book at reception)
10:00 - 12:00 | Bike ride
11:00 | Visit to the Eve Branson Foundation Centre (book at reception)
11:00 - 17:00 | Traditional henna art
11:00 | Cooking classes (book at reception)
12:30 | Lunch at the Pool Terrace (weather dependent)
15:00 | Bike ride
15:00 - 17:00 | Tennis class (book at reception)
16:00 - 17:00 | Afternoon tea and mulled wine at the Pool Bar
18:30 | Cocktails and live music at Kanoun and Assays
19:00 | Dinner at Kanoun and Assays

Thursday, 31 December | New Year’s Eve

07:00 - 10:30 | Breakfast at Assays
10:30 - 17:00 | Moroccan tea making class (1-hour sessions)
11:00 -17:00 | Traditional henna art
11:00 | Cooking classes (book at reception)
10:30 | Visit to a local village for lunch (book at reception)
12:30 - 16:00 | Lunch at the Pool Terrace (weather dependent)
15:00 - 17:00 |Tennis competition with the coach
15:00 - 16:00 | Bread making at the Berber Kitchen (1-hour sessions)
16:00 - 17:00 | Afternoon tea and mulled wine at the Pool Bar
18:30 | Cocktails and entertainment at the Pool Bar
20:00 | Dinner and live music at Assays
23:30 | Champagne welcome at the Amphitheatre
Midnight | New Year’s Eve fireworks show followed by a DJ party at Assays

Friday, 1 January 2025 | New Year’s Day

07:00 - 09:30 | Breakfast at Assays
09:30 - 11:30 | Two-hour walking trek (book at reception)
11:00 - 15:00 | Traditional henna art
10:30 - 17:00 | Moroccan tea making class (1-hour sessions)
12:30 | Lunch at the Pool Terrace (weather dependent)
15:00 - 16:00 | Bread making at the Berber Kitchen (1-hour sessions)
15:00 - 17:00 | Tennis competition with the coach
15:00 | 30-minute mule ride around the local area (book at reception)
16:00 - 17:00 | Afternoon tea and mulled wine at the Library or Pool Bar
18:30 | Cocktails and live music at Kanoun and Assays
19:00 onwards | Dinner at Kanoun and Assays

Saturday, 2 January 2025

07:00 - 10:30 | Breakfast at Assays
09:30 - 11:30 | Two-hour walking trek (book at reception)
10:00 | Visit to the local Souk
10:30 - 17:00 | Moroccan tea making class (1-hour sessions)
11:00 | Visit to the Eve Branson Foundation Centre (book at reception)
12:30 | Lunch at the Pool Terrace (weather dependent)
15:00 | Two-hour walking trek (book at reception)
15:00 - 17:00 | Live cooking demo at the Berber Kitchen (book at reception)
16:00 - 17:00 | Afternoon tea and mulled wine at the Pool Bar
18:30 | Cocktails and live music at Kanoun and Assays
19:00 | Dinner and live music at Kanoun