Welcome the New Year with a transformative journey through Morocco’s Sahara Desert, where adventure, stillness, and connection come together in one unforgettable retreat. Set in the breathtaking landscape of Merzouga, this experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover a sense of joy, play, and freedom.
Designed as a blend of exploration and renewal, the program includes desert discovery, yoga, meditation, camel trekking, and glamping. Surrounded by Morocco’s dramatic scenery, you’ll have space to simply be, while enjoying a journey that feels both grounding and expansive. By the end of the retreat, you can expect to return home feeling happy, fulfilled, and refreshed.
In addition, 10% of the proceeds support children in Africa, India, and South America.
Payment & Cancellation Policy:
- Yoga fee: €590 per person (non-refundable).
- The remaining balance is due one month before the retreat.
- Cancellation policy: The yoga fee of €590 is non-refundable in case of cancellation.
- Insurance: Travel cancellation, interruption, and health insurance are required.
What's Included:
- 24/7 travel assistance, English-speaking chauffeur, and air-conditioned 4x4 Toyota vehicle.
- 8 nights of accommodation in riads and desert camps.
- Camel trekking experience.
- Daily yoga sessions with Daniela: Yin Yoga, Vinyasa, Pranayama, and meditation.
- Cacao ceremony and Yoga Philosophy workshops on Chakras & Karma.
- Half board, including breakfast and dinner.
- Airport transfers and transport insurance.
- Refreshments throughout the journey.
What's Not Included:
- Flights, though assistance can be provided in finding a suitable option.
- Booking fee.
- Tips.
- Lunch, as some guests prefer to choose their own meal experiences.
- All other costs, including entrance fees and drinks, are covered with no hidden fees.
Important Booking Information
Please register early, as flight prices often rise around New Year when booked late. Spaces are intentionally limited to just 8–10 participants, creating a personal and intimate retreat experience.
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech
- Arrive in Marrakech and transfer to your riad.
- Explore Jemaa el-Fna Square and visit Koutoubia Mosque.
- Opening circle with a cacao ceremony.
- Traditional Moroccan dinner.
- Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 2: Guided Tour of Marrakech
- Morning Vinyasa Yoga session.
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and Ben Youssef Madrasa.
- Afternoon yoga session and souk exploration for traditional crafts.
- Sunset at a rooftop café, followed by dinner.
- Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 3: Marrakech to Telouet & Ait Ben Haddou
- Drive through the Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n'Tichka Pass.
- Visit Telouet Kasbah.
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou.
- Vinyasa yoga session.
- Dinner at a traditional guesthouse near Ait Ben Haddou; overnight there.
Day 4: Ait Ben Haddou to Dades Valley
- Depart for Ouarzazate, the “gateway to the Sahara.”
- Optional visit to Taourirt Kasbah or Atlas Film Studios.
- Drive through Dades Valley and the Valley of Roses.
- Vinyasa yoga session and a peaceful evening in the valley.
- Overnight in Dades Valley.
Day 5: Dades Valley to Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
- Morning Vinyasa Yoga session.
- Travel through Todra Gorge and desert landscapes.
- Arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Camel trek into the Sahara for sunset.
- Traditional Berber dinner under the stars with live music and storytelling; overnight in a desert camp.
Day 6: Exploring Merzouga
- Time to enjoy the desert camp.
- Activities include fossil hunting, tea with nomads, local pizza tasting, dancing with the Gnawa, and visiting old mines.
- Visit Rissani, including the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif.
- Yin Yoga session.
- Overnight in Merzouga.
Day 7: Merzouga to Ouarzazate
- Early morning desert sunrise.
- Depart for Ouarzazate.
- Visit Alnif or Rissani and explore the Draa Valley.
- Relax with a Vinyasa flow session.
- Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Day 8: Ouarzazate to Marrakech
- Start with sunrise yoga.
- Travel back to Marrakech via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass.
- Free time for shopping or relaxation.
- Traditional Moroccan dinner.
- Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 9: Departure from Marrakech
- Closing circle with a cacao ceremony.
- Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a final moment to explore or relax in Marrakech.
- Departure transfer to the airport.
Schedule details may change depending on weather and seasonal conditions.
This New Year retreat offers more than a getaway — it is an invitation to begin 2026 with clarity, presence, and a deeper connection to yourself. Expect yoga, silence, cultural discovery, and the unique peace only the desert can offer.
