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Yoga Retreats (9)
6 Day Immersive Yoga and Culture Holiday in Marrakech, Morocco
Available in February, March & April
from US$ 1,273
9 Day 1001 Night: Yoga and Explore Desert Tour in Morocco
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Aug | Sep | More…
from US$ 1,641
7 Day Return to Your Roots Hiking and Yoga Retreat in Imlil, Morocco
May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct, 2025
from US$ 1,381
9 Day Find Your Inner Strength Yoga Tour and Explore the Desert in Morocco
Feb | Mar | May | Oct | Nov, 2025
from US$ 1,823
9 Day Time Out Explore the Desert and Yoga Tour in Morocco
Available in April, May & August
from US$ 1,888
6 Day Summer Immersive Yoga and Culture Tour in Morocco
May | June | July | September, 2025
from US$ 1,456
9 Day Yoga and Explore Merzouga Desert Tour in Northern Morocco
February | March | April | September, 2025
from US$ 1,823
13 Day 100-Hour Yin Yoga, Meditation, and Restorative Teacher Training in Marrakech, Morocco
June 1-13, 2025
from US$ 1,456
9 Day New Year Yoga and Explore the Desert Tour in Morocco with Camel Trekking
December 27, 2025-January 4, 2026
from US$ 1,888
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Daniela is a yoga teacher specializing in training in India. She specializes in Vinyasa, Yin yoga, Restorative, meditation, pranayama, and healing bowls. "When nothing goes right, go left!" Daniela creates a warm, supportive, and natural atmosphere. In the dynamic flow, it offers a balance between the strength and softness of the body. Through the healing sounds of the singing bowls, the soul softens the heart and lets you carry it.
Reviews (33)
Julie Miller
from Great Britain, December 2024
Lemon chicken on first night and hot shower
Caroline Attwooll
from Montenegro, December 2024
"A Grande adventure "
This was an amazing way to travel in an extraordinary country. The majesty of the environment with its vastness and intricacies whilst being held in a supportive and reflective space. A perfect balance.
Dominic Slowie
from Great Britain, November 2024
"Amazing Experience "
Morocco could have easily been an overwhelming and disorienting experience. Daniela’s love of yoga and passion about Morocco enabled me to have an authentic experience of lots that makes Morocco unique whilst also taking time to unwind and practice yoga twice a day. Daniela is open and generous. Wonderful food, wonderful guides, everything chosen well and organised well. I would not have wished to experience Marrakesh in any other way.
Désirée Lecca
from Germany, November 2024
"Bucket list worthy - don't miss out!"
This is the second time I went to a magical Morocco retreat with Daniela, this time to go to the desert, and it was worth every minute. Contrary to other tours visiting the Moroccan Sahara, Daniela also takes care that you get to experience the country on the way there (instead of just rushing you through), stopping at iconic spots, staying at beautiful riads and kasbahs - and of course, enjoying the amazing Moroccan cuisine. The country is so incredibly versatile, and Daniela takes care that you experience the most of it - be it the open and welcoming people, the rich history of the places you go, the landscapes you get to see and the backroads you travel. Her retreats are always special to me, more than an escape from reality, more than a holiday. When I go to Morocco, I feel like I’m visiting old friends, I bond with familiar strangers over Tajine and tea, I cleanse my mind and body - if I want it or not ;) - and I go back to understanding what life is really about.
If you’re in for a trip of a lifetime, a yoga that takes your own practice further, the MOST AMAZING cuisine, warm and friendly people and connections that will last longer than 9 days of retreating, this is your trip to take.
Also: GO TEAM SUSHI!
Can’t wait to come back <3
Theresa Ahdieh
from United States, November 2024
"A Perfect Yoga Retreat in an Exotic Country"
I loved all the places we stopped at, all the accommodations were so clean, cozy, authentic & amazing. The food exceptional - you never went hungry. The yoga, meditation, chakra and daily
Affirmations were spot on and locations unbelievable. Nothing was ordinary, nothing was 2nd rate, everything was well thought out, orchestrated to perfection. Her drivers, guides, and places we stopped & shopped were welcoming, not pushy, and very friendly. I hope all of my yoga retreats are of this caliber. Daniela has set the standard for all future adventures.
Yara Ueltschi
from Switzerland, October 2024
"Wonderful experience"
I had a fantastic trip with Daniela. I loved the combination of yoga and exploring the country. I saw so many beautiful things and ate so much good food! I’m still digesting it all 😅 Would and already have recommended. Zouhair, who drove for our trip, was also fantastic. If you are thinking about booking, do it!
Sinead Ryan
from Ireland, April 2024
"Best Retreat Ever!"
I just loved the whole experience! Daniela is so chill but also so professional! She made friends with all of us in the group, made everyone feel relaxed and was great fun too! The villa in Marrakech was gorgeous but the accommodation on our overnight stay in the Atlas mountains was on another level! Overall, the scenery was beautiful, the food delicious and the setting glorious! I already want to go back to Morocco for another retreat hopefully in the desert next time although it would be hard to beat the group I was with for this one! 10/10.
Teresa Hill
from United States, April 2024
Magical, life-changing experience! It was 10x more fascinating and wonderful than I could have hoped. The combination of yoga and touring Morocco was amazing! I loved everything about it: the yoga, the food, the touring, the places we went, activities we did, the villa, Nella, and my wonderful yoga-explorer mates! I feel like I made lifelong friendships. This retreat will always hold a special place in my heart.
Patricia Niroumand
from Germany, April 2024
"Perfect trip!"
First of all: Daniela is a very warm hearted, open and fun yoga teacher/travel companion. She is so thoughtful, has everything planned out very well and is always flexible with requests. Thanks so much, Daniela!
My cousin and I did this yoga retreat together and couldn’t have asked for a better trip.
Starting from the beginning:
Booking and correspondence ahead of the trip went smoothly and promptly. You’ll always get an answer within hours. The emails were very informative and reassuring that the trip was planned well.
Arriving at the airport with a nice driver in a good car waiting for us. The house we’ve stayed in is not in the Medina, which didn’t bother us, as the Medina is only a short (and cheap) taxi ride. Also most times are planned out anyways and there is always a driver taking the group to the places. This was all planned by Daniela beforehand.
The group we’ve had was like-minded, very positive and had the same pace, which was amazing.
There are many things planned, with yoga in the morning, trips during the day and yoga/dinner at night. But Daniela and the group was very flexible, which never made it feel rushed.
The accommodation in the mountains was AMAZING and will always be remembered.
It’s great that you see so many different sides of Morocco in that short amount of time.
Also all guides and drivers we’ve had were doing a great job and made us feel very welcome in their country!
Anonymous
from Great Britain, March 2024
"Best retreat I have been on!"
I hardly know where to start, if you are hesitating over booking this retreat then do not, you will not be disappointed. Daniella is a generous, authentic, caring host who clear passion for yoga and Morocco shine through. Her connections with the guides, locals and owners of all the places we visited stands out as confirming she has worked hard over the years to make this retreat truly authentic and safe experience for everyone. I was fully supported from the moment of booking to the last goodbye, her communications are excellent and rapid, and it is clear she deeply cares for the best possible experience for each guest.
This trip was carefully curated to give us a flavour of what Morocco has to offer, and that each day offered something new by way of experience whilst we never felt rushed (or bored). The villa become our home, ample room to relax and choose to either take some time for ourselves or enjoy the company of the other lovely guests. We had a wonderful group of like-minded individuals which just shows that Daniella has pitched this retreat just right to ensure that both solo travellers and those in small groups will feel equally welcome.
Morocco has exceeded all my expectations, it is safe, clean, welcoming, fun, beautiful and so very culturally rich so I can see why Daniella has chanson this to be her home. I am already looking forward to booking on the longer desert tour next year.
Iulia Crai
from Germany, March 2024
I had a lovely experience. We’ve seen and done so much in only 6 days, which made the trip so fulfilling. Daniela is such a nice and kind person. She really cares about offering her guests an authentic experience, while taking care of the community who welcomed her in their country, Morocco. So there is also an ethical tourism element here that maybe it is not so obvious from the description of the retreat, therefore I’d like to emphasize. The Yoga piece was very enjoyable every morning before the trips, Daniela is mindful of everyone’s levels and offers a teaching style that is able to satisfy various students needs. She is very understanding and flexible towards her guests needs. The house was colorful and welcoming, especially thanks to Hope the cute kitty and the nice Moroccon lady preparing delicious foods for us. As Daniela offers various type of trips throughout Morocco, I promised myself I’ll be soon back. Thank you my dear 🤍
Jess Lovejoy
from United States, February 2024
"Life-changing experience"
I booked this retreat as part of a yearly ritual to go on yoga/wellness retreats, always somewhere new, but left with so much more than that! I cannot stress enough how wonderful of a host Daniela was.
The villa we stayed at was beautiful, peaceful and very clean. If there happened to be any minor issue, she would address it immediately. She was always so kind, accommodating, and generous! She also catered her yoga classes to the needs and desires of the group, and changed up the flows daily to keep it interesting. The on-site chef Neza is incredible and served us plenty of delicious Moroccan meals daily. Every day we had a thoughtfully curated, incredible, unique experience in Marrakesh and also other areas nearby in Morocco. We were able to become truly integrated and educated on the culture, traditions and history of Morocco.
I loved this trip so much that I'm already planning the next one with Daniela, likely the Sahara excursion later this year!! The people that she attracts to her retreats are quite special, beautiful souls such as herself. I couldn't recommend this retreat more.
Sylvia B
from Switzerland, February 2024
" Ein unvergesslicher, authentischer Aufenthalt auch für Yoga"
It was my first trip alone and since I've always wanted to go to Morocco, I dared to do it in February 2024. I didn't imagine much and didn't prepare myself so that I could experience everything completely openly and unbiasedly.
I found the exchange with Daniela during the booking to be very warm and I was informed promptly about everything important. The pickup at the airport worked great and the driver was very friendly.
I was Daniela's guest for a total of 6 days and I really felt very taken care of. Daniela works with fantastic partners who accompany the various tours with a lot of knowledge, experience and humor and, together with Daniela, make them a great experience.
If you want to experience authentic Morocco, you've come to the right place. I didn't feel like a tourist but rather a guest in Daniela's house. The stimulating conversations, eating and laughing together and the daily outdoor yoga classes on the roof - an experience! Even for me as a total beginner.
This trip, the people, the villa, Daniela and the other three guests will always remain fond memories
Robert Moon
from Great Britain, February 2024
"Wonderful yoga retreat in Marrakech"
This was my first yoga retreat, and my first visit to Morocco and Marrakech. I had a fantastic time, and Daniela was a wonderful host. I loved her yoga sessions and teaching style, twice a day in early morning and early evening. Daniela had a lovely house, and she and her staff provided great food and meals. The rooms were great, and everything worked well. There was a great support team of super-friendly local drivers and guides who gave us wonderful day trips and excursions, to the Marrakech Medina, the Atlas Mountains and Essaouira. I couldn't be happier with this trip, and I also feel that my yoga practice has really developed. My highlights were seeing the donkeys in the mountains, the Bougainvillea and orange and lemon trees around the city, mint tea at all hours, The Majorelle garden, Tagines, chats and discusssions with the group at the dining room table, the house cat Hope, the fish lunch in Essaouira, Daniela's singing bowl, and the morning bird song and call to prayer from the local mosques.
Emma Rossi Landi
from Italy, January 2024
"Nice and cozy away from the noise of the medina"
Nella was a great host, the yoga sessions were approachable even for beginners and the daily activities and trips to the surroundings of marrakesh were carefully planned. The villa is nice, with a pool and a lovely terrace, the food, prepared by the local staff was good the bed was very comfortable. Overall, a very nice stay.
Flavia Pasquini
from Italy, January 2024
"super relaxing and a lot of fun"
Daniela is an attentive and kind host, very flexible, ironic and easygoing. The days with her were a lovely and relaxing breath of fresh air and a pleasant and different way to visit Marakkesh and its surroundings.
Julia G
from Denmark, January 2024
"Felt gaslighted and lied to"
The villa in itself was very clean and it got cleaned everyday
Telesia T.
from Hong Kong, January 2024
"Unforgettable adventure into wilderness"
1. An ideal blend of yoga and wilderness exploration:
If you love yoga and nature, this is the perfect yoga retreat for you. This experience steers clear of tourist areas and shopping, focusing instead on authentic cultural encounters. Throughout the retreat, we had the opportunity to visit local families, engage with women's societies, interact with nomads, explore the local bank, and even venture into the mesmerizing Sahara Desert. However, if you seek luxurious accommodations and food, this retreat may not align with your preferences.
2. Breathtaking views:
I feel grateful for the opportunity to spend two nights in the Sahara Desert. Witnessing the sunset, sunrise, and the night sky filled with countless stars was truly magical.
3. Inspiring and kind yoga teacher:
Nella's yoga flows are crafted to accommodate practitioners of all levels and to deliver slightly different variations each time. She offers clear instructions, refines your postures, and cultivates a positive mindset.
4. Knowledgeable and funny tour guides:
Nella collaborates with the local tour guides, who excel in multiple roles. They introduce the local culture as tour guides, showcase their culinary talents by cooking delicious chicken, entertain with their musical skills, playing the drums and singing around the campfire, and even provide medical assistance when needed. Beyond their professional roles, they also become wonderful companions, fostering a friendly atmosphere throughout the journey.
Anonymous
from France, January 2024
"An unexpected experience of life "
words cannot express what I felt during this trip. a total immersion in the true, the pure. if you agree to let yourself be carried away, this journey will take you to unexpected places. thank you Nella for accompanying me.
Beth Schiffman
from United States, December 2023
"Magical Yoga Retreat"
The teacher, Daniela (Nella) was fantastic. Her flow of yoga sessions and her organization of our whole retreat was fabulous. There are a lot of pieces to a 9 day yoga/desert tour and all the pieces fit together with grace and ease. The accommodations were clean and very comfortable. The food was amazing. Nella surrounds herself with beautiful people helping out all along the way.
The guides (Oualid and Mohamed), she works with are the best - patient, kind and very smart with information about everything Morocco. It was a peaceful time.
Do not hesitate to yoga/adventure with Nella - you will be very happy.
Désirée Lecca
from Germany, December 2023
"Just WOW!!"
Hands down - this has possibly been the best, most magical, awe inspiring and, yes, also spiritually healing yoga retreat I’ve been to. Words can barely describe the amazing time I had. I’ve wanted to visit Morocco since quite some time now and my expectations were already quite high. And they were exceeded by far! I had the best food EVER and the places we saw, oh my. If you ever think about experiencing the magic of 1001 nights, Morocco is the place to go. At some point, you wouldn’t even be surprised any more if someone rode by on a flying carpet. We saw amazing cities and stayed in the most beautiful riads - whenever I wondered if it will get any better, it got SO MUCH better. The yoga sessions were out of this world, taking my own practice to the next level. The guides we had in the cities were very knowledgable and I learned so much, which I’m extremely grateful about! Daniela, Anass and me had this special vibe that can't be put in words. Thus, the conversations we had on the road were only contributing to the spiritual healing and growing I was lucky to experience during these 10 magical days. I’ve definitely made memories that will last a lifetime, met family I didn’t know I had in this beautiful country and I just can’t wait to come back for another retreat with you guys! <3
Marie-antoinette Kuipers
from Netherlands, November 2023
"Great time with Nella Yoga"
Daniela is a really good yoga teacher AND host. She did everything to make my stay at the Nella Yoga villa very comfortable and with plenty of nice memories. The program yoga/cultural was very nice, it gave me the possibility to discover Marrakech and surroundings in optimal conditions, beginning and ending the day with nice yoga sessions. Thank you so much Daniela for this great experience!
Susan Clark
from Norway, November 2023
"A truly experience of a lifetime"
The yoga was varied and well-timed during each day of the retreat and Daniela was clear and precises in her instructions. She is an excellent teacher. She has partnered with a fantastic Moroccan company Shiny Days and the owner, Oualid Naciri, is an amazing and knowledgeable tour guide. We visited places that were magical and each experience was unique and memorable.
Karen Clark-schock
from United States, November 2023
"Wow wow wow!"
Where to begin?! A life changing experience, especially for this 70 yo! Excellent yoga, as led by Nella, in various locations, magical. Especially when camels joined us for an afternoon desert yoga. And yes, we rode camels in the Sahara for sunset! Our small group formed an intimate bond, as we traveled to our many destinations. We saw and did so much, at a pace that was just right. I am grateful to all who guided us, to Morocco herself, and to myself for saying YES!
Effie Mccormick
from United States, March 2023
"Not your average yoga retreat!"
I can only second everything that the previous reviewer Angela said! I also traveled solo and ended up in a group where at the end of the trip felt like family to me. Daniela is not only an excellent yoga teacher but also an outstanding host. Our drivers Oualid, Mustapha and Ibrahim also went above and beyond to make the road trips safe but fun and adventurous We all spent many hours together and laughed til we cried, shared life stories and ate delicious meals and saw some of the most spectacular parts of Morocco. Every stop of the tour was special and unique. I felt like I was in constant awe. This was not your ordinary “tour” as we got to experience authentic Moroccan culture. We met locals along the way and every one was so kind and welcoming. Every yoga session brought upon some kind of spiritual healing I was hoping to get. All in all I can say that I got more than what I had hoped for out of this experience. Met amazing new friends, enjoyed the most delicious Moroccan meals in different settings, stayed in beautiful places (my favorite was the camp in the Sahara desert where I slept outside and fell asleep under the stars). So if you are looking for a yoga retreat there are many options out there; but if your soul is looking for something deep, meaningful and that will ignite some magic back into your heart.. look no further, you’ve come home.
Daniela, thank you for an unforgettable experience. Can’t wait to see you again. Inshallah. Lots of love ❤️
Angela Ciabatti
from United States, March 2023
"Best Retreat Ever"
I traveled solo for this beautiful yoga & desert tour but within moments of arriving at the Riad I knew I would make wonderful friends! I had no expectations for this trip and was thus gifted with an amazing experience. Probably my best trip ever! Daniele is an exceptional host. She has a calming yet playful demeanor that puts you immediately into “vacation mode”. Her Riad is bright & comfortable with a joyful energy! Her right hand man, Redoin, is for sure the “soul” of the Riad (I read this in a previous review). Nissa, our chef makes magic in the kitchen…all from scratch!
We were a nice sized yoga group of 8 participants, Daniele our host/yoga teacher & 3 Drivers! I never felt rushed or herded. The yoga was exceptional with breathtaking surroundings. There was the perfect balance of yoga & touring. We even had a special guest Katja from Germany that gave us beautiful musical mantra daily. I think anyone observing our group would have said: “I want what they are having!” In 9 days we saw beautiful mountains, desert and the ocean. We shopped, we played, communed with nature, meditated, did yoga, ate like royalty and stayed in the most spectacular lodgings with views you can only dream of. I strongly urge you to consider one of Nella Yoga’s tours. I plan on doing another in 2024 and bring friends/family along. I wouldn’t want them to miss out on the experience.
Christine Godleski
from Philippines, January 2023
"Let go and let your soul be free!"
I went into this retreat with a desire to see Morocco but feeling that my yoga practice needed a booster shot; full immersion, something structured, focused. What I got was a perfect lesson in flexibility and equanimity. While the physical practice was certainly an element of the retreat, I found the whole experience to be soul cleansing and delightful in an unexpected way. Daniela is a conscientious and caring host, always looking for ways to serve the group and individuals needs. She has partnered with Morocco Shiny Days (who are TOP NOTCH) and found the most beautiful places to visit, practice, and get a perfect picture for the culture and wonder of Morocco. Once I let go of expectations, I found it very comfortable to trust this excellent team and simply appreciate the experience.
Ekaterina Gribkova
from Netherlands, November 2022
A perfect trip requires a perfect review but it is almost impossible to put into words the experience I had with Daniela and Morocco Shiny Days 🧡
I joined a 9-day yoga retreat combined with the tour around Morocco. These were nine absolutely amazing days that felt like a month. From Marrakech, through the Atlas Mountains, to the Sahara desert, continuously amazed by the changing landscape.
Daniela makes sure you feel at home from the first minute you arrive. I entered the Riad late in the evening after a long trip and the dinner was already waiting for me on the table together with great people, who soon became friends.
Daniela has the best team to make your experience in Morocco pleasant and fun! Our drivers Oualid and Mustapha carefully planned every detail of our trip, picked the best spots for our yoga classes, brought us to the hidden gems of Morocco, prepared amazing picnics with stunning views and so much more! All we had to do is relax and enjoy 🧡
We learnt so much about local culture and history, met lots of wonderful people, visited nomads, rode camels, watched sunsets and sunrises together. We did yoga every day in a new location: on a rooftop, next to the ancient engravings, in the middle of the desert. Every day was different, every day was special.
This was not only a trip to Morocco, but an amazing journey of connection with nature, people and myself.
Thank you Daniela and all for making it happen. I hope to see you again soon!
Brandy Metz
from United States, November 2022
"Magical"
Magical is the word. Every hour of every experience. I could never express how much I gained from this experience. The destinations were all magical and not all of the typical touristy traps. I feel like I experienced the true heart of Morocco. And the people... I don't even know how to begin...Daniela is a true Yogini. In addition to the incredible yoga, she is the real deal. Someone to learn from. A woman know knows. And is inspirational and fun and a vibrant light. It was an honor to meet her and be in her presence. Our tour guides, Oulid and Mostafa were the most incredible, knowledgeable, and trustworthy men. I could never express my gratitude for them. :) What amazing human beings they are. I felt safe and protected and free to arrive and enjoy every experience. :) I learned so much. So full of heart openers. I am so grateful for such a magical experience. My soul needed it. It was a true Namaste experience. I could not be more grateful. It far exceeded my expectations. I wish this experience for everyone. Pure magic. I'm home now, a far better person than I was before Go. Go. Go. Inshallah. :)
Nadya Mills
from Great Britain, October 2022
"200 hour yoga TTC in the heart of Marrakech"
The location of the Riad is in the heart of the old town, inside the medina walls but just outside of the central tourist area so you get more of a feel for the locals way of life. There are many beautiful small shops selling fresh fruit and everything else you might need is on the doorstep. The Riad itself is beautiful, clean, it has very good vibes, good music, and as soon as you walk in you feel welcome and at home. There is a lovely terrace on the roof where the yoga shala is and so many comfy little spots to chill, relax read, drink a tea etc. If you’re lucky you’ll spot the adorable little tortoises who live up on the terrace. The rooms and bathrooms are all very beautiful with extremely comfortable beds.
All staff at the Riad are amazing- friendly, efficient, thoughtful and kind. Every meal is cooked and presented beautifully and it is the most typical Moroccan dishes. The excursions each weekend were all incredible, providing the perfect contrast to training and studying all week.
The yoga itself was very well taught. Daniela is a highly experienced and knowledgeable teacher who combines the physical and spiritual aspects of yoga beautifully. It is a broad course covering anatomy and philosophy by two great, very knowledgeable teachers from India!
The group was small which meant we had time to go deep and to create intimate, trusting relationships, feeling comfortable and at home together.