9 Day Yoga & explore Desert Retreat – Dec 27 - Jan 4

Sahara Soul Journey
Yoga, Nature & Inner Freedom in the Moroccan Desert

In the midst of healing and growth, we often lose touch with playfulness — with joy, dance, and the simple art of being. This retreat invites you to reconnect with that lightness, both within yourself and in the natural world around you.

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Morocco, where mountains, ancient cities, and golden dunes create the backdrop for yoga, meditation, sacred rituals, camel trekking, glamping, and moments of genuine happiness.

You’ll return home feeling nourished, uplifted, and deeply fulfilled.

10% of proceeds support children in Africa, India, and South America.

What's Included

• 8 nights of accommodation
• Daily yoga (Vinyasa & Yin), meditation & breathwork
• Cacao ceremony & yoga philosophy (Chakras & Karma)
• English-speaking private driver & modern 4×4 Toyota with A/C
• Full desert tour organization and guidance
• Camel trekking into the Sahara
• Glamping in the desert under the stars
• Half-board (breakfast & dinner)
• Airport transfers
• Refreshments during travel, all road tolls, fuel, taxes & travel insurance within Morocco

What's Not Included

• Flights (we're happy to help you find the best options)
• Booking fee
• Tips
• Lunches (we leave this open for individual preferences)

All entrance fees to sites and monuments are included, so you can relax and focus fully on the experience.

Payment & Cancellation

A non-refundable yoga fee of €590 secures your spot.

The remaining balance is due one month before arrival.

Please ensure you have travel insurance that covers cancellation, interruption, and medical needs.

Daily Itinerary Overview

Day 1 – Welcome to Marrakech

• Arrival and transfer to your hotel/riad
• Free time to explore Jemaa el-Fna Square & the Koutoubia Mosque
• Opening Circle & Cacao Ceremony
• Group dinner and overnight in Marrakech

Day 2 – Discover the Soul of Marrakech

• Morning Vinyasa Yoga
• Guided tour to the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and Ben Youssef Madrasa
• Wander the colorful souks of the medina
• Afternoon Vinyasa session
• Sunset from a rooftop café & dinner
• Overnight in Marrakech

Day 3 – Atlas Mountains & Ancient Kasbahs

• Early departure through the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass
• Visit Telouet Kasbah
• Afternoon arrival in Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO site)
• Evening Yoga
• Dinner & overnight near the ksar

Day 4 – The Valleys of Southern Morocco

• Drive to Ouarzazate
• Optional visit to Taourirt Kasbah or Atlas Film Studios
• Travel through the Valley of Roses and Dades Gorge
• Evening Yoga
• Overnight in Dades Valley

Day 5 – Into the Sahara: Merzouga Desert

• Morning Vinyasa Yoga
• Visit Todra Gorge
• Journey through desert landscapes to Merzouga
• Camel trek into the dunes at sunset
• Traditional Berber dinner with live music
• Overnight at desert camp

Day 6 – Desert Life & Nomadic Culture

• Free-flowing day in Merzouga:
• Explore fossils, meet nomads, dance with Gnawa musicians
• Visit Rissani and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif
• Yin Yoga session under desert skies
• Overnight in Merzouga

Day 7 – Back Toward the Mountains

• Sunrise in the dunes
• Depart Merzouga to Ouarzazate
• Optional stops in Alnif or the scenic Draa Valley
• Vinyasa Flow in the evening
• Overnight in Ouarzazate

Day 8 – Return to Marrakech

• Sunrise Yoga
• Journey back through the High Atlas
• Free afternoon for last-minute shopping or a hammam experience
• Final Moroccan dinner together
• Overnight in Marrakech

Day 9 – Farewell & Departure

• Closing Circle & Cacao Ceremony
• Optional free time depending on flight schedule
• Transfer to the airport

Please Note:
This itinerary is flexible and may be adjusted based on weather conditions or group needs to ensure the best possible experience.

Want to Dive Deeper into This Experience?

Curious about what your week could feel like on this 9-day yoga and desert retreat from Marrakech to the Sahara?

Discover a soul-stirring Moroccan journey — from sunrise yoga in the Atlas Mountains, to quiet moments in the Sahara Desert, to the vibrant energy of Marrakech’s medina.

Expect transformational yoga practices, mindful movement, desert adventures, local connections, and moments that help you feel more at home within yourself.

Whether you’re longing to rest, explore, or reconnect, this retreat is an invitation to awaken your wild and wise spirit.

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