4 Days Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Souss-Massa-Draa, Morocco

Facilities

A short distance from Agadir, or a stunning drive from Marrakech with views of the Moroccan mountains is Villa Surya, our exclusive yoga villa. Nestled in the foothills of the Anti-Atlas mountains, overlooking a UNESCO protected Argan forest with the beach a 2 minute walk away, you can enjoy the sound of the waves from the Villa as you relax and deepen your yoga and meditation practice.

Limited to a maximum of 14 guests to maintain a peaceful and intimate atmosphere, our beautiful, boutique villa will transport you to another world with its exquisite handcrafted Arabic and Berber architecture, fragrant flowered gardens, charming rooms, relaxing rooftop hot tub, sauna and yogic kitchen full of traditional Oriental inspired delicacies.

Each room in Villa Surya is beautifully and uniquely decorated in traditional Moroccan style, with handcrafted beldi tiles. The handmade wooden beds have comfortable mattresses with 100% cotton linens. All rooms have different lighting options to create the right relaxing atmosphere, and storage shelves, traditional decorations and mirrors. Every room (except Shems) has its own bathroom.

Shems (Sun)

Shems is a twin room located on the first floor overlooking the garden dining area with a view of the mountains. It has a shared bathroom.

Itri (Star) or Ayour (Moon)

Both triple rooms have a mountain/garden view. Ayour is located on the first floor with an ensuite bathroom, Itri is located on the second floor with a private bathroom.

Mouja Room (Wave)

Mouja is a double room with an ensuite bathroom and private mountain view balcony.

Amlal Room (Sand)

Amlal is a king size double with ensuite bathroom and private ocean view balcony.

Rreh Room (Wind)

Rreh is a twin room on the second floor with an ensuite bathroom and a private ocean view balcony.

Whether you’re an experienced yogi looking to deepen an already strong practice or a first timer looking to escape a busy lifestyle and try something new, a solo traveller, or friends looking for a break, we are happy to welcome you to our exclusive boutique Villa Surya.

We love to give guests an opportunity to follow their passion, or ignite a new one in a safe and beautiful environment with scope to experience the wonderful Moroccan culture. We truly believe that yoga is for everybody. Leave your cares behind and enjoy a slower pace of life during your stay in Morocco.

Yoga Style and Yoga Shala

During your yoga and meditation holiday we offer twice daily yoga classes. The morning classes are dynamic and powerful, inspired by Vinyasa and Ashtanga flow styles while the evening classes are more restorative based on Hatha, Yin, and Yoga Nidra.

We have two talented and dedicated yoga teachers on hand to ensure you get a great diversity of styles during your stay. Our yoga classes are created for everybody. No matter if you are an absolute beginner, advanced yogi or even a teacher, our in-house teachers will make sure to fit everyone's needs and give you the challenge you want during your stay. Every morning and evening class is accompanied with a guided meditation. We want you to come away from your stay with us confident in a deepened and more expressive personal practice.

Our outstanding rooftop yoga shala is the perfect place for your practice, with 75m2 to give you plenty of space to really stretch and open up. Hand-engraved with Berber art and featuring huge windows opening out onto stunning views of the beach and Atlantic ocean, air conditioned and with a cushioned wooden floor you can practice in comfort whatever the weather.

You can salute the sun rising over the ocean and surrounding protected argan forests during your morning dynamic class and relax during your evening restorative class lit by the setting sun and candle light.

Remember that yoga is not about being able to do handstands, it's about finding your inner peace.

Sample Daily Schedule

Day 1

• 16:00 - 18:00 | Afternoon tea, fresh dates, locally sourced nuts and healthy homemade snacks
• 18:00 - 19:30 | 90 minute yoga and meditation practice
• 19:30 | Delicious vegetarian/vegan dinner

Day 2

• 07:15 - 07:30 | Wake up and enjoy a morning juice, tea or coffee
• 07:30 - 09:00 | 90 minute yoga and meditation practice
• 09:00 - 11:00 | Healthy vegetarian/vegan buffet-style breakfast
• 11:00 - 16:00 | Free time for walks, surf lessons, day trips, the rooftop hot tub
• 16:00 - 18:00 | Afternoon tea, fresh dates, locally sourced nuts and healthy homemade snacks
• 18:00 - 19:30 | 90 minute yoga and meditation practice
• 19:30 | Delicious vegetarian/vegan dinner

DAY 3

• 07:15 - 07:30 | Morning juice, tea or coffee
• 07:30 - 09:00 | 90 minute yoga and meditation practice
• 09:00 - 11:00 | Healthy vegetarian/vegan buffet-style breakfast
• 11:00 - 16:00 | Free time for walks, surf lessons, day trips, the rooftop hot tub
• 16:00 - 18:00 | Afternoon tea, fresh dates, locally sourced nuts and healthy homemade snacks
• 18:00 - 19:30 | 90 minute yoga and meditation practice
• 19:30 | Delicious vegetarian/vegan dinner

DAY 4

• 07:15 - 07:30 | Morning juice, tea or coffee
• 07:30 - 09:00 | 90 minute yoga and meditation practice
• 09:00 - 11:00 | Healthy vegetarian/vegan buffet-style breakfast
• Departures

Our exclusive boutique Villa Surya is located in the sleepy village of Imiouaddar, more commonly known as “Paradis Plage”, an 8km drive north from the famous surfer village of Taghazout.

Nestled in the foothills of the Anti-Atlas mountains, overlooking a UNESCO protected Argan forest with the beach a 2 minute walk away, you can enjoy the sound of the waves from the Villa as you relax and deepen your yoga and meditation practice. Fueled by a delicious yogic menu you’ll find Villa Surya the perfect place to relax, unwind and forget about everyday life for while.

Nearby places

• Agadir Al Massira Airport (AGA) - 1 hour
• Marrakech - 3 hours 30 minutes
• Taghazout village - 15 minutes

You will be served a daily delicious breakfast and dinner along with a light and healthy afternoon snack. All our meals are inspired by Oriental and Mediterranean cuisine and are freshly prepared on site daily by our talented chef.

We serve a yogic vegetarian/vegan seasonal menu with emphasis on local and organic produce. Our dishes are designed to give you all the carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats that a yogi needs to get the most out of their practice and fuel them for a beautiful day under the Moroccan sun. The Moroccan kitchen is rich in vegetables and legumes with little diary so most of our dishes are vegan. Once a week there is the option to enjoy a fish tagine, but only if the whole group has no objections to fish being served.

If you have special dietary requirements/allergies, please do let us know ahead of your arrival so we can take care of you. Our amazing chef is well used to adapting recipes according to our guests needs.

Herbal Garden

Our beautiful herbal garden at the yoga Villa allows us to serve you fresh tea and dishes with home grown organic herbs. All our vegetables are provided by a local eco-agricultural farm near Sidi-Ifni to ensure the best healthy nutrition for our guests, and our fruit comes from the local souk in Agadir. We use their own flowers to make great fixes for the morning and you will find them even in your salads. The food served is healthy and will ensure you the right energy for all your activities.

Breakfast Menu

• Daily fresh made juices or smoothies
• Tea, coffee, and milk
• Homemade muesli and porridge
• Home-made yogurt (raib)
• Fresh fruit
• Home-baked whole grain bread
• Fresh-made marmalade
• Organic butter
• Msmen (delicious Moroccan pancakes)
• Amlou (the famous Moroccan nut butter made with almonds, argan oil and honey)
• Locally sourced honey, dates, and almonds
• Grilled vegetables
• A variety of homemade pestos, hummus, and couscous with nuts and honey

Afternoon Menu

• Fresh tea, dates and nuts, energy balls, and banana breads

Dinner

• Moroccan style lentil soup followed by vegetarian tagine (with the option for fish tagine)
• Chilli sine carne served with basmati rice and a great ice kraut-beetroot salad (Moroccan style)
• Indian curry with lemon, yogurt-mint cream, and fresh baked bread served with a mixed salad
• Classic Oriental vegetable soup with oven baked falafel in a salad wrap with cashew cream and hot sauce served with an amazing courgette salad
• Whole grain couscous with vegetables and a delicious Moroccan style soup
• Raw Italian lasagna with cauliflower tabbouleh and lentil soup
• Couscous filled bell peppers with glazed carrots and mango-walnut salad
• Italian caponata with oven baked potatoes and a mixed salad
• Beetroot and goat cheese towers served with a lovely salad and roasted chickpea tomato soup
• Sunday barbecue with grilled vegetable skewers, mixed salads, vegetarian burgers, and dips

Stand up paddle yoga lessons (SUP yoga)

SUP yoga is an amazing and blissful experience combining traditional Hatha yoga postures on a stand-up paddle board floating on the water. While increasing focus and breath control, it also develops balance and refines technique by activating new muscles.

This special yoga class is for everyone looking for something new, fun but relaxing and meditating at the same time. The 60-minute initiation class is fun and challenging for beginners and experts alike. These classes are available on request. The class can take up to four guests at a cost of 40 EUR per person. You will be provided with the SUP board. Please bring bathing suit, sun protection, and water.

Other activities

• Day trips to Paradise Valley, Essaouira, or Marrakech
• Day visit to the local Souk (Aourir or Agadir)
• Essaouira day trip (25 EUR per person)
• Hammam and massage in the local mountain hammam
• Get a traditional henna tattoo
• Horse riding
• Marrakech day trip (35 EUR per person)
• Paradise Valley day trip (15 EUR per person)
• Private yoga classes (40 EUR for 60 minutes)
• Surf lessons
• Take a walk in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains
• Take a walk along the beautiful 6km Paradis Plage beach
• Visit a local commune to experience the traditions surrounding argan oil
• Visit the famous surfer village Taghazout

During this retreat, you will enjoy one 60-minute relaxing massage. Additional massages are available on request for EUR 40 for 60 mins or EUR 55 for 90 mins. You can also enjoy our hot tub and sauna, which are open for use all day.

• 3 nights accommodation
• 2 x daily meditation/yoga classes
• Daily breakfast and dinner
• Daily afternoon tea and healthy snacks
• Unlimited water, tea, and fresh juices
• Free access to all amenities in the venue including the hot tub and sauna
• Daily cleaning service
• Towels and bed linen
• Transfers from and to Agadir bus station
• Transfers from and to Agadir-Al Massira Airport (AGA)

• Additional activities
• Additional massages
• Additional transportation
• Airfare
• Beach towels
• Private yoga classes

Arrival by airplane

Our nearest airport is Agadir-Al Massira Airport (AGA), we will pick you up from Agadir Airport for free.

Alternatively, book your flight to arrive at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK). From mid-May/June/July, Dfrost Almugar Surf House & Yoga Morocco is offering free pick ups for our guests at no extra cost. This service is a collective pick up and available on every Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday. The car will leave Marrakech airport at 20:00 in the evening. Every Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday, Dfrost Almugar Surf House & Yoga Morocco will also drive up to Marrakech airport between 7-8:00 am in the morning.

Arrival by bus

If you travel by bus to Agadir, it is recommended to take a taxi from the Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to the bus station with CTM or Supratours. Buy your ticket and inform our Hosts of your expected arrival time in Agadir bus station. We will then schedule the pick up from the bus station for you. Once you arrive in Agadir, the driver will be waiting for you next to the bus. You can recognize him by a "Dfrost" sign in his hands. Taking the bus with CTM or Supratours is perfectly safe for female/solo travellers.