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Unveiling Bouchaara Kasbah: Help Revive a Desert Legacy

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The experience

Marhaba, I’m Mohamed. I’m continuing my family’s legacy in the heart of the desert. Our farm was once a stop for camel caravans journeying between Morocco, Mali, and Algeria.

Now rooted in Tagounite, we’re breathing new life into this sacred space. We have one cozy 2m room, a peaceful farm, wide desert views and a dream: to build traditional Taoulit rooms and revive Bouchaara Kasbah.

Located just 3km from the village, your support helps us turn

What you offer

4 hours of help per day

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 7 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers

Description: To help us offer you a comfortable and welcoming experience, we kindly ask for a small contribution of $7 per day. This helps cover the cost of meals, drinking water, electricity, and Wi-Fi essentials that are limited and precious here in the desert.

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Fluent Arabic or Fluent English

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Experience true desert life at Kasbah Bouchaara, where we invite travelers to connect with Amazigh (Berber) culture through food, music, and craft.

Join us in restoring our family kasbah, sharing daily moments, and embracing a peaceful rhythm far from the rush. This is a space for cultural exchange, deep connection, and unforgettable memories under the desert sun and stars.

Activities & Shift

Activities at Kasbah Bouchaara (Refined):
• Assist with kasbah restoration using traditional Amazigh building techniques.
• Cook and share meals while learning authentic Berber recipes passed down through generations.
• Join guided walks to explore the desert, nearby oases, and hidden corners of Tagounite.
• Sit beneath the stars to enjoy local music, stories, and the timeless rhythm of nomadic life.
• Learn desert farming methods and help tend to our garden of palm trees, herbs, and more.
• Take part in daily life and traditional crafts—whether it’s weaving, painting, or simply making tea.

Rules

Rules at Kasbah Bouchaara (Refined):
• We value freedom, authenticity, and respect—come as you are and embrace the desert rhythm.
• Treat the space, the people, and the land with care and kindness.
• Share this experience with an open heart, a curious spirit, and a willingness to connect.
• We don’t have strict rules—just a simple request for mutual respect, peaceful energy, and good vibes all around.