8 Day Awaken Your Adventurer Yoga Retreat in Morocco with Atlas Mountains Day Trip
Yoga Retreat in Morocco
This retreat is a thoughtfully designed opportunity to step away from your routines and connect with your sense of purpose, self-awareness, and adventure. Rooted in the understanding that travel can be a catalyst for transformation, the group's time together will include daily yoga, guided journaling, group processing, breathwork, and meditation to foster insight and emotional clarity.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Twice daily yoga, meditation, ceremony, and celebration of the summer solstice
- Atlas Mountain excursion
- Day in Marrakesh
- Ideal for individuals seeking intentional space for reflection, growth, and connection
- Return airport shuttle service on the day the retreat begins and ends
- Access to swimming pool, tennis courts, and more.
- 7 nights of eco-lux accommodations
- 3 farm-to-table meals daily
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
7 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Garden
- Lounge
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
Bab Zouina consists of several eco-friendly buildings set within lush gardens, sprinkled with varied hues of green, thyme, and lavender hedges, as well as olive trees, agave plants, and exotic flowers.
The traditional Moroccan buildings, inspired by nature, offer a range of room types, including single, double, or triple occupancy, and either share an adjacent bathroom with just one other room or have ensuite facilities. Complementary towels will be provided for your comfort and ease.
There are also various shared spaces, including lounging areas, rooftop terraces, courtyard gardens, a communal fire pit, a swimming pool, and a sun lounging area. Bab Zouina also has two spacious yoga shalas, fully equipped with mats, belts, blocks, bolsters, and blankets.
There are also two large rooftop areas suitable for yoga practice, overlooking the magnificent Atlas Mountains.
Triple occupancy
The price is based per person and includes a double bed in a large room with three double beds and a private bathroom. This option is ideal for solo travelers open to sharing a room with two others or a group of friends. Additionally, the price includes three meals each day and all the activities listed on the itinerary.
Double occupancy (shared or private bath)
The price is based per person and includes a double bed in a large room with two double beds or twin beds. This option is ideal for solo travelers open to sharing a room with one other person, two friends, or a couple. Additionally, this price includes three meals each day and all the activities listed on the itinerary.
Single occupancy
The price is based per person and includes a king bed in a large room and a private bathroom. This option is ideal for a solo traveler. Additionally, this price includes three meals each day and all the activities listed on the itinerary.
Program
Brittany and Katherine met in Costa Rica in 2018 and quickly discovered a shared passion for human connection, meaningful travel, and personal growth. You’ll spend time outdoors, recharging and engaging your senses, and take on practices designed to build confidence, clarity, and a bold mindset.
This retreat is ideal for individuals seeking intentional space for reflection, growth, and connection with themselves and others. They hope that you’ll join them!
Movement, meditation, and ceremony
Yoga
Awakened Travel Tours' retreat is for all levels - no experience is needed! Each class is thoughtfully designed to support your unique journey, whether you seek movement, relaxation, or deep inner connection.
Kriyasa yoga (breath, energy, and meditation)
This is a unique blend of kriya, Kundalini-inspired movement, breathwork, and meditation to awaken energy, clear blockages, and deepen self-awareness.
Vinyasa flow (breath-connected movement)
This is a dynamic practice that links breath with movement, ranging from gentle to energizing, with options for all levels.
Yin and Restorative yoga (deep release and relaxation)
These involve long-held postures and full-body support to unwind, restore, and bring balance to body and mind.
Meditation and breathwork (morning mindfulness and vitality)
Practice guided meditation and pranayama (breathwork) to start your day with clarity, focus, and inner peace.
Yoga Nidra (deep rest)
Take a soothing journey of sound healing and guided relaxation to calm the nervous system down and promote deep renewal.
Ceremony
Opening ceremony - Intention setting and sacred connection
You will begin your journey with a sacred opening circle, setting intentions, and grounding into the retreat space. Through guided meditation, breathwork, and ritual, you’ll connect with yourself and the group, creating a foundation for transformation.
- What to bring: A journal, a small meaningful item for the altar (crystal, token, or symbol of your intention)
Summer solstice ceremony - Release and renewal
The group will invoke Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, in a powerful fire ceremony. You’ll release what no longer serves you and welcome fresh possibilities for the summer through mantra, symbolic offerings, and reflection.
- What to bring: A journal, something to release into the fire (a note, symbol, or small natural item)
Closing ceremony - Integration and blessings
Participants will close the time together with a heartfelt gratitude and integration circle, reflecting on insights gained and sealing the experience with a final blessing. This ceremony offers space to honor your journey and carry its wisdom forward.
- What to bring: Your journal and any item you placed on the altar
Daily intentions
- Saturday - Grounding and opening
- Sunday - Curiosity
- Monday - Courage
- Tuesday - Surrender
- Wednesday - Restoration
- Thursday - Boldness
- Friday - Integration
- Saturday - Goodbyes
Daily schedule
- 06:00 - 09:00 Coffee, tea, fruit, breakfast
- 09:00 - 10:30 Yoga and meditation
- 10:30 - 12:00 Brunch
- 12:00 - 16:00 Free time
- 16:00 - 17:00 Group sync and connection with Katherine
- 17:00 - 18:15 Yoga and meditation
- 18:30 - 19:00 Dinner
- 20:00 - 21:30 Evening gathering / meditation / ceremony / free time
Included excursions
- Atlas Mountains day trip - Discover the High Atlas Mountains and admire the beautiful diversity, passing through villages with typical Moroccan dwellings and warm and welcoming people.
- Marrakesh day trip - Enjoy a myriad of colors through Morocco’s major city of Marrakesh. Experience flourishing markets, ancient structures, and vibrant people.
Instructors
Brittany Cochran
Brittany Smith Cochran is an international E-RYT 500+ yoga instructor, Reiki practitioner, and personal trainer. She is an anatomy nerd and wellness buff. She loves all things mystical and metaphysical, and even with a fully enriched scientific-based university education, she still trusts in her heart all things unseen and unexplained. Her intention is to open the doors for travelers interested in stepping into fun and joyful adventure.
Katherine Usher
Katherine is a Marriage and Family Therapist and active travel expert. She has developed, curated, and executed scores of cycling and adventure trips throughout the past 15 years all over the world. In addition to her travel expertise, Katherine holds certifications in Internal Family Systems, Sensorimotor Therapy and in Gottman Level 1 and 2 for couples therapy. Through a supportive, non-judgmental space, Kathrine strives to work alongside her patients to uncover and unlock strengths that unleash their full potential. She believes that we are each the expert in our own life and relationships.
Retreat location
Bab Zouina is in Marrakech, Morocco.
Food
All meals will be prepared with love and care, using local produce, including vegetables from the retreat center's own garden. Menus are influenced by Moroccan, Berber, and Middle Eastern cuisine and can cater to any dietary considerations, including vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets.
Bread is baked on a daily basis using a traditional Moroccan earth oven, and kitchen staff squeeze delicious fruit juices each morning. In addition to this, tea, coffee, and fresh and dried fruits are made available throughout the day. A balanced diet is at the heart of Bab Zouina’s culinary approach.
Breakfast
The day starts with the option of seasonal fruits, dried fruit, fresh fruit juices, yoghurt, porridge, muesli, and herbal teas. For brunch after the morning yoga session, you will share a delicious brunch comprising freshly baked breads, spreads, eggs, fresh salads, vegetable dishes, couscous, and a variety of teas or coffee.
Snack mid-afternoon
A variety of seasonal fruits, dried fruits, and herbal teas will provide a boost of energy before the afternoon yoga session.
Dinner
There will be a varied vegetarian evening meal, catering for all preferences and appetites, consisting of delicious soup, freshly baked bread, vegetarian dishes, such as tagines, vegetable lasagne or vegetable and feta pie, a rice or couscous dish, vegetable side dishes, and a small dessert. It’s even possible to order meat with your meal at no extra cost.
Lunch in Marrakesh
The group will have a one-day excursion to the city. Please purchase your own meals during this day trip. Awakened Travel Tours wants you to enjoy and have the opportunity to eat and drink at your leisure!
Dietary restrictions
Please let Brittany or Katherine know of any dietary restrictions or preferences at the time of registration.
Alcohol
Though not available at Bab Zouina, participants are welcome to partake in alcoholic beverages at their own discretion.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Coffee
- Soda
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Lactose Free
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
Pre-retreat
With the retreat starting on Saturday, you might like to arrive on Friday to experience one night in the hustle and bustle of Marrakech before retreating to the peaceful seclusion of Bab Zouina.
Adventure tours and spa
Bab Zouina’s environment is perfectly suited for all types of physical activities (hiking, dancing, swimming, ice baths and breathwork, tennis, etc.). Well-being activities vary from hammam, oil massage, Thai massage, shiatsu, meditation, naturopathy, Ayurveda, cooking, and pottery.
Hamman
The hammam vault invites you to bathe in a gentle ancestral ceremony while the light of candles reflects in the glass roof incrustation. Built with noble materials, marble and tadellakt, this timeless space is a hymn to well-being. Bab Zouina offers their guests a 60-minute session, including soaping, scrubbing, body wrapping, and oil moisturization.
Concierge service
For a 10% fee, Awakened Travel Tours offers a personalized concierge service to help organize all the details of your journey beyond the retreat. Whether you need assistance with flights, accommodations, transportation, or extra excursions, they will take care of the logistics so that you can fully immerse yourself in the experience. Let them handle the details while you focus on adventure and relaxation.
What's included
- 2 yoga sessions daily
- Group processing
- Guided excursions
- Professional photos from the trip
- Return airport shuttle service on the day the retreat begins and ends
- Daily housekeeping service
- 7 nights lodging
- All meals while on-site
What's not included
- Lodging before and after the retreat
- Gratuities
- Optional spa services and activities not included in the itinerary
- Travel protection
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Marrakesh Menara Airport
4 km away from your destination
Arrival by plane
The yoga retreat center is located at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, approximately 40 minutes from Marrakesh. Retreat attendees can fly directly into Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) from various US airports. The 40-minute transfer from the airport is included.
Upon arrival at Marrakesh Menara Airport, you will be picked up by a "taxi" sent by Bab Zouina. The taxi will take you directly to the office at Bab Zouina, where you'll be greeted by their wonderful manager for check-in. Please check in prior to 15:00 West time.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 33% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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