Homestays Morocco provides the perfect vacation for independent travellers and small groups who want a true cultural experience of Morocco at a reasonable price.
Stay with Berber families in the beautiful Tighza Valley, high in the Atlas Mountains, where you can enjoy the culture and lifestyle.
Riad Kasbah Oliver offers additional comfort whilst upholding the philosophy of Homestays.
Riad Kasbah Oliver is run by Mohamed and his brother Ahmed who were both born in Tighza. This is the original Kasbah building which since the earthquake has been left until the government okays repairs. A new larger kasbah with more guest rooms all with ensuite has been built in the middle of the village.
Riad Kasbah Oliver and Homestays are sustainable tourism projects which directly benefit the host families and local communities.
We encourage guests to get involved with project work and the village to help improve the lives and environment of the people.
EARTHQUAKE DAMAGE in TIGHZA :-
At 11:11pm on 8 September 2023 a 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit Morocco. The epicentre was in the High Atlas Mountains in an area not known for earthquakes.
Most villager left to stay with family elsewhere but have now returned to the village. The Government sanctioned 1 bedroomed houses to replace the original large family homes. Most are now complete. Homestays can still be arranged but please keep in mind that you will be sleeping in the main family salon rather than bedrooms.
Please follow us on Facebook Homestays Morocco & Riad Kasbah Oliver to keep abreast of the rebuilding of Tighza.
KASBAH NEWS 2026
Until the Government contractors remove the rocks that were dislodged by the earthquake the original Kasbah cannot be repaired, So Mohamed has built a new Kasbah in the middle of the village which opened in March 2026.
When staying in Homestays or the Kasbah:-
Please place toilet waste baskets outside bedrooms after breakfast, lunch and dinner for emptying, washing and drying.
Clean sheets and pillowcases are provided, heavy blankets are supplied in Winter, some people prefer to bring 3/4 season sleeping bag if night are expected to be cold.
Thankyou for your cooperation.