9 Day Find Your Inner Strength Yoga and Explore Desert Retreat in Morocco
Morocco Yoga and Trekking Tour
Yoga, Nature & Soulful Adventure in the Moroccan Sahara! Step away from your daily life and into the vast beauty of the Moroccan desert. This retreat is not just a journey through breathtaking landscapes—it’s a journey back to yourself.
Too often in your healing journeys, you forget to play, to laugh, to simply be. This retreat offers a space where you don’t have to let go, fix, or process—just feel alive. Dance, breathe, explore, and reconnect.
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Highlights
- 8 nights’ accommodation, half board: breakfast & dinner, with refreshments in the vehicle throughout the journey
- Camel trekking and desert glamping
- Daily yoga: Vinyasa, Yin, Pranayama, and meditation with Daniela
- Cacao ceremonies
- Yoga philosophy: Chakras & Karma
- Airport transfers (arrival/departure)
- Private driver in modern A/C 4×4 Toyota, 24h English-speaking travel assistance
- All transport fees, fuel, tolls, VAT, and tourist taxes
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Accommodation
Diverse and Comfortable Accommodations
Throughout your journey, you’ll stay in a variety of carefully selected accommodations—each offering its own charm and comfort. From traditional riads in the medina to scenic kasbah hotels and luxury desert tents, every stay is designed to enhance your Moroccan experience.
Program
Join this for a heart-opening experience that blends:
- Daily yoga & meditation
- Camel trekking & glamping under the stars
- Sacred cacao ceremonies & yoga philosophy
- Ancient cities, desert silence & deep joy
- You'll return home lighter, stronger, and full of soul.
Day 1 - Welcome to Marrakech
Arrival in Marrakech and transfer to your hotel or riad
Explore Jemaa el-Fna Square & the Koutoubia Mosque
Opening circle & cacao ceremony
Traditional Moroccan dinner
Overnight in Marrakech
Day 2 – Dive into Marrakech’s Culture
- Morning Vinyasa yoga
- Guided visits to: Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs & Ben Youssef Madrasa
- Explore the souks of the medina
- Afternoon Vinyasa session
- Rooftop sunset & dinner
- Overnight in Marrakech
Day 3 – Into the Atlas Mountains & Kasbahs
- Depart via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass into the High Atlas
- Optional visit: Taourirt Kasbah or Atlas Film Studios
- Drive through the Valley of Roses to the stunning Dades Gorge
- Evening yoga session
- Overnight in Dades Valley
Day 4 – Arriving at the Sahara
- Morning Vinyasa yoga
- Drive through Todra Gorge and continue to Merzouga, gateway to the desert
- Camel trek at sunset into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi
- Traditional Berber dinner, storytelling, and stargazing
- Overnight in the Desert Camp
Day 5 – Exploring Desert Life
- Enjoy your morning at the camp
- Visit fossil sites, share tea with nomads, try Berber pizza, and dance with Gnawa musicians
- Explore Rissani and visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif
- Evening Yin Yoga
- Overnight in the Desert Camp
Day 6 – Inner Pilgrimage: Trekking in the Dunes
- Sunrise cacao ceremony on the dunes
- Mindful walking meditation through the vast desert
- Space for silence, answers, clarity, and renewal
- Yin Yoga in the evening
- Overnight in the Desert Camp
Day 7 – Back Toward Ouarzazate
- Early sunrise and departure from Merzouga
- Scenic stops in Alnif or Draa Valley palm groves
- Evening Vinyasa Flow
- Overnight in Ouarzazate
Day 8 – Return to Marrakech
- Sunrise yoga
- Travel back through the Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Free time in Marrakech for a hammam, shopping, or rest
- Farewell Moroccan dinner
- Overnight in Marrakech
Day 9 – Farewell & Departure
- Closing circle & cacao ceremony
- Optional free time depending on flight schedule
- Airport transfer and heartfelt goodbye
Note:
The daily schedule may be adjusted depending on weather or seasonal conditions to ensure the best experience for everyone.
Instructors
Daniela Holzer
Meet Daniela — founder and host of the retreat, and the heart behind the entire experience. She creates a warm, supportive, and down-to-earth atmosphere that puts guests at ease from the very first moment. Her dynamic yoga flows strike a beautiful balance between strength and softness, guiding the body with intention and grace. Through the healing vibrations of singing bowls, Daniela gently touches the soul, softening the heart and inviting full surrender to the moment. As she likes to say, “When nothing goes right, go left.”
Retreat location
Your Journey Through Morocco
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Morocco, beginning and ending in the vibrant city of Marrakech. Along the way, you'll explore breathtaking destinations such as Telouet, the Dades Valley, the golden dunes of Merzouga, and the cinematic city of Ouarzazate.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Delicious Meals & Refreshments
Enjoy daily breakfast and dinner, all included in your retreat package. Throughout the journey, Nella Retreats provides refreshing drinks in the vehicle, so you can stay hydrated and comfortable at all times. They intentionally leave lunch flexible—some guests prefer a full meal, while others enjoy a light snack—allowing you to follow your own rhythm.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Pescatarian
- Hallal
What's included
- Yin yoga, Vinyasa, pranayama, and meditation sessions with Daniela
- Yoga philosophy (chakras and karma)
- Cacao ceremony
- Camel trekking
- Organization and tour guide
- 24-hour travel assistance
- English-speaking chauffeur
- Modern 4 × 4 Toyota equipped with air conditioning
- Transfers to and from the airport
- Transport insurance
- Petrol and motorway charges
- VAT and tourist tax
- 8 nights accommodation
- Half board
- Refreshments in the vehicle along the entire route
What's not included
- Flights (Nella Retreats will be happy to help you find a suitable flight)
- Booking fee
- Tip
- Lunch
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Marrakesh Menara Airport
4 km
Transfer included
Arrival by Airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK). Airport transfer is included in the retreat package. A member of the Nella Retreats team will warmly welcome you and pick you up upon arrival.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% 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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