7 Day Yoga & Desert Retreat
7 Day Yoga & Desert Retreat
42 Derb El Hanch, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Up to 8 in group
Mar 1 - 7, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Daily sunrise yoga and pranayama and sunset meditations
- 7 days, 6 nights accommodation
- Guided exploration of Marrakech’s vibrant souks and the historic Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou
- Trek and ride camels through golden dunes, desert plateaus, and sacred nomadic sites
- Experience a fully immersive desert experience including traditional meals, music, campfires, tea ceremonies, star-filled nights, and desert camps
- Round-trip transfers from Marrakech to Oulad Driss
- Airport transfer from Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) to riad
- All meals included during the retreat, plus coffee, tea, and water
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Ash is multifaceted artist and yoga teacher from Buffalo, NY. She started practicing yoga 10 years ago and got her 200 RYT in 2022. She started her practice as a form of movement, but soon came to realize the benefits were far beyond physical. Her yoga classes offer a style that combines vinyasa interlaced with focused Hatha stillness.
Details of this retreat
Immerse yourself in the serenity and timeless beauty of the Sahara desert. This 7-day retreat blends yoga, pranayama, meditation, and nomadic adventure - traveling from the vibrant energy of Marrakech into the stillness of nomadic camps beneath star-filled skies. Enjoy desert hikes, traditional meals, camel rides across golden dunes, and stories of the desert. This yoga retreat is inspired by the elements, highlighting your connection and similarities to nature and it's rhythms. Designed for all levels, this experience is an invitation to connect deeper with nature, self, and community. This retreat is led by Sahara Vibe, a local tour company in Morocco and Ash Lorich, a yoga teacher from New York.
Schedule
Day 1: Arrive
Marrakech
*Transfer from airport to riad
* Explore the medina
*Welcome ceremony & meditation
*Dinner in Riad
*Overnight stay in Marrakech
Day 2: Ground
Marrakech - Oulad Driss
*Sunrise yoga & pranayama on rooftop overlooking the city
*Breakfast in the riad
*Transport by mini bus from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains and the Drâa Valley arriving in M’hamid
*Lunch on the way
*Sunset meditation practice inspired by the earth element
*Dinner and overnight stay in nomadic campsite
-Day 3: Flow
Oued Ben Haki - Erg Sahal
*Sunrise yoga & pranayama
*After Breakfast, camel trek across the dunes
*Picnic lunch & tea ceremonies
*Sunset meditation inspired by the water element
*Gather for dinner
*Sleep in tents underneath the stars
Day 4: Transform
Erg Sahal - Rass Errich
*Sunrise yoga practice & pranayama followed by breakfast
*Immerse yourself in the nomadic life & listen to stories of the desert
*Pause for lunch
*Sunset meditation inspired by the fire element
*Dinner and music around the campfire
Day 5: Connect
Rass Errich - Oulad Driss
-*Sunrise yoga practice & pranayama followed by breakfast
*Continue desert journey back to Oulad Driss
*Pause for lunch at palm oasis
*Sunset meditation inspired by the air element
*Rest & have dinner at the desert camp
Day 6: Radiate
Oulad Driss - Marrakech
*Sunrise yoga & pranayama inspired by the ether element
*Enjoy breakfast before transfer back to Marrakech
*Visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddium, an architectural gem in rich history & stop for lunch
* Dinner & overnight stay at the Riad
Day 7: Renew
Marrakech
* Sunrise yoga & pranayama on the rooftop
overlooking the city
* Breakfast in the riad
*Depending on your flight time, guided tour of the
medina, discovering it's colorful souks, ancient palaces, and gardens.
*Transfer from Marrakech to airport
Marrakech
*Transfer from airport to riad
* Explore the medina
*Welcome ceremony & meditation
*Dinner in Riad
*Overnight stay in Marrakech
Day 2: Ground
Marrakech - Oulad Driss
*Sunrise yoga & pranayama on rooftop overlooking the city
*Breakfast in the riad
*Transport by mini bus from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains and the Drâa Valley arriving in M’hamid
*Lunch on the way
*Sunset meditation practice inspired by the earth element
*Dinner and overnight stay in nomadic campsite
-Day 3: Flow
Oued Ben Haki - Erg Sahal
*Sunrise yoga & pranayama
*After Breakfast, camel trek across the dunes
*Picnic lunch & tea ceremonies
*Sunset meditation inspired by the water element
*Gather for dinner
*Sleep in tents underneath the stars
Day 4: Transform
Erg Sahal - Rass Errich
*Sunrise yoga practice & pranayama followed by breakfast
*Immerse yourself in the nomadic life & listen to stories of the desert
*Pause for lunch
*Sunset meditation inspired by the fire element
*Dinner and music around the campfire
Day 5: Connect
Rass Errich - Oulad Driss
-*Sunrise yoga practice & pranayama followed by breakfast
*Continue desert journey back to Oulad Driss
*Pause for lunch at palm oasis
*Sunset meditation inspired by the air element
*Rest & have dinner at the desert camp
Day 6: Radiate
Oulad Driss - Marrakech
*Sunrise yoga & pranayama inspired by the ether element
*Enjoy breakfast before transfer back to Marrakech
*Visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddium, an architectural gem in rich history & stop for lunch
* Dinner & overnight stay at the Riad
Day 7: Renew
Marrakech
* Sunrise yoga & pranayama on the rooftop
overlooking the city
* Breakfast in the riad
*Depending on your flight time, guided tour of the
medina, discovering it's colorful souks, ancient palaces, and gardens.
*Transfer from Marrakech to airport
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Ash Lorich, 42 Derb El Hanch, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco
Directions
Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK), transfer to & from airport is included.
Accommodation
2 nights shared room in Riad, 4 nights in desert camps Marrakech: Shared room in traditional Riad in the medina with authentic Moroccan décor and comfort. Desert Camps: Comfortable desert tents or bivouacs equipped for overnight stays, including mattresses, bedding, and shared facilities.The simple bivouac is made up of several nomadic tents for accommodation and a large restaurant tent with Moroccan tables and a camp shower. Tents fit up to 3 people. These accommodations blend authentic charm with modern comfort, offering breathtaking views of the desert landscape.
7-Day Yoga & Desert Retreat Price
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
This nomadic journey invites you to move between traditional riads and desert camping, embracing a slower, more intentional rhythm of travel.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Every meal features authentic Moroccan dishes, crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients and prepared on-site by our cook during the trek. Please reach out with any dietary sensitives!
What's Included
- 7 days and 6 nights accommodation
- Daily yoga & meditation sessions
- Desert treks & activities
- Accompaniment of the nomad and the camel
- All desert camp accommodations and camping essentials
- Transfer from Marrakech to M'Hamid both ways
- Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) pickup and drop-off
- Meals & water/tea during the retreat
What's Not Included
- Flight tickets
- Insurance (medical, travel, or repatriation)
- Tips for the nomads
- Lunch on the way to Ouled Driss & return to Marrakech
- Personal expenses
- Visa
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