Desert Retreat Experiences

4 Day Transformational Retreat by 4x4 Jeep

Morocco Desert

4 Days / 3 Nights  

Available Dates -

14 - 17 November 2025

A sacred journey of remembrance, healing, and soul alignment in the heart of the Sahara.

This is more than a retreat - it's a deep reset for body, mind and spirit.

It’s an invitation to step away from the noise, meet yourself in the vast stillness, and remember who you truly are.

The desert is a mirror.

Its silence holds your truth.

Its endless horizon reflects your own vastness.

What Awaits You -

• Morning Awakening - Begin each day with gentle yoga or embodied movementbeneath the rising sun. Awaken your body, open your breath, and ground yourself in the energy of the land.

• Breathwork & Emotional Alchemy - Guided rebirthing breathwork and intuitive release to clear old layers and invite renewal.

• Sound Healing Journeys - Gongs, bowls, and desert silence realigning your nervous system and restoring peace.

• Soul Transmissions & Intuitive Guidance - Group & Individual energy work to help you integrate the lessons the land reveals.

• Nomadic Immersion- Travel deep into the dunes by off-road jeep, explore ancient ksars and oases, share tea and stories with local nomads and witness the timeless way of the desert.

• Under the Desert Sky - Fireside music, storytelling and connection beneath thousands of stars.

• Integration & Closing Ceremony - Journaling, reflection and a sacred ritual to seal your journey and carry the deserts frequency home within you.

Where You’ll Stay -

Authentic desert camps with shared tents (2 people), freshly prepared Moroccan meals and cozy spaces for gathering. 

Each night fall asleep to the sound of the wind and the stillness of the dunes.

Optional riad stay in Marrakesh can be arranged before and after the retreat.

What’s Included -

• 3 nights in the desert camps (fixed & bivouac)

• All meals during the retreat 

• Daily yoga & breathwork sessions

• Sound healing journeys & intuitive guidance

• 4x4 journey across dunes & nomadic immersion

• Cultural immersion with local nomads

• All transport from Marrakech to the desert (4X4 return)

• Visits to  Ait Ben Haddou and Pottery Capital.

• Zoom calls for preparation & integration (2 weeks before & after).

Not included -

• Flights

• Personal expenses

• Visa (if applicable)

• Tips (optional)

This retreat is for you if you’re ready to...

• Pause the noise of daily life

• Reconnect deeply with yourself

• Experience the desert as a living teacher

• Return home grounded, clear and free.

The Journey (4x4 Route)

Marrakesh - Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Agdz - M'Hamid - Erg Zahar Dunes - Tamgrout - Marrakesh.

A guided nomadic route through sacred sites, kasbahs and dunes - balancing adventure with stillness and soul work.

Your hosts -

Svetlana - Yoga teacher, soul guide and energy channel weaving yoga, breathwork and sound into sacred transformation.

Omar - Nomad guide born in Sahara, preserving ancestral desert traditions through stories, music and wisdom.

Together they bridge the modern and the ancient - creating a space for true rememberance.

Join Us in the Sahara 

If your heart feels the call of the desert, this is your invitation.

Spaces are limited for an intimate and powerful circle.

To book your place

📩 email us at desertandyogaexperience@gmail.com

Or simply send a direct message on  WhatsApp +212 626216401 if your soul already says yes.

Retreat Itinerary 

Day 1: Marrakesh - Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - AGDZ - M'Hamid

Arrival & Opening  -

• Early morning departure from Marrakech crossing the Atlas Mountains, reaching the high Tizi n’Tichka pass 2,260 m. Enjoy scenic valleys and Berber villages along the way. Lunch stop along the way.
• Stop at the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site , famous for its clay architecture and historic role in films. Continue to AGDZ to see the lush palm tree oases along the Draa Valley.
• Arrival at M’Hamid ,the Gateway to the Desert, the last village before the Sahara. Check in into the  camp in the evening , welcome tea, time to settle in.
• Opening Circle & Setting intention for the journey 
• Yoga/gentle movement & grounding meditation
• Traditional dinner
• Campfire music, singing and storytelling 
• Overnight stay at the fixed desert camp near the dunes and palm trees.

Day 2: M’Hamid - Ksar M’Hamid - Sidi Naji - Erg Zahar

Release & Renewal -

• Sunrise yoga/embodied movement 
• Breakfast at the camp
• Travel into the desert with 4x4
• Explore Ksar M’Hamid an old clay Kasbah, where families still live communally, learn about traditional desert life.
• Stop at Sidi Naji (an old marabouts tomb), important spiritual site in the desert.
• Stop at the old desert market, where camel caravans from Timbuktu, Nigeria, and the Sahara traded goods.
• Arrive at Erg Zahar and set up bivouac camp.
• Lunch
• Deep sound journey in the dunes with guided meditation and desert transmission.
• Dinner
• Climb dunes for sunset views, Stargazing & fire circle 
• Overnight stay in a bivouac under the stars.

Day 3: Erg Zahar

Remembering the Soul -

• Sunrise Meditation & Yoga in the dunes
• Breakfast
• Journaling & creative integration practice. Free time to explore Erg Zahar dunes, rest, walk or just be.
• Rebirthing breathwork session with sound journey in the dunes.
• Lunch
• Soul transmission & Intuitive Guidance 
• Dinner
• Experience traditional nomad "sand bread" freshly baked in the desert, accompanied by tea - a glimpse of what nomads eat while travelling in the Sahara.
• Nomadic music & fire under the desert sky
• Overnight stay in bivouac 

Day 4: Erg Zahar - Tamgrout - Argan Cooperative Marrakesh

Integration & Departure -

• Morning yoga/strech
• Meditation & Gratitude practice 
• Breakfast 
• Closing circle with tea ritual & blessings 
• Return to M’Hamid 4x4
• Transport back to Marrakesh with lunch stop.
• Stop in Tamgrout ,known as the capital of pottery and visit its ancient library containing historic manuscripts.
• Visit Argan oil cooperative to learn about traditional extraction.
• Arrival to Marrakesh in the evening.

The program is offered as a loose flow rather then a fixed schedule. While there is a planned structure, the rhythm of each day may shift gently to meet the needs of the group and the guidance of the desert.

We are looking forward to welcome you into the Sahara.

Good to know -

*deposit required at the time of the booking to secure your place.

*our retreats are always kept in a small intimate groups.

*you can add-on 1st and last night stay at the traditional Riad in Marrakesh for additional cost (or more nights if you wish).

Your hosts -

Svetlana & Omar

Desert & Yoga Experience

6 Days / 5 nights / Camel Trekking Through Sahara

Available Dates -

15 - 20 January 2026

23 - 28 March 2026

A Transformational Journey Through the Sahara

Immerse yourself in the magic of the Moroccan desert with this unique trekking experience, blending traditional nomadic travel with yoga, meditation, sound journey and deep exploration. 

Reconnect with yourself and nature through daily mindful practices while crossing the dunes - one step at a time - in one of the most breathtaking landscapes on Earth.

It’s not about escaping life - it’s about meeting yourself in a completely new way.

Away from distraction.

Held by the silence, the rhythm of the camels and the healing power of the desert.

This retreat is for those ready to slow down, reset and feel more alive - physically, mentally and spiritually.

What's Included -

• Accommondation (riads, desert camps and bivouacs)
• Airport transfer
• Transport Marrakesh - M'Hamid (round trip by bus)
• Camel trek through the desert from M'Hamid to Erg Zahar
• 4x4 Erg Zahar to M'Hamid
• All meals in the desert (fresh local cuisine)
• Daily yoga ,sound journeys and meditation sessions
• Guidance by nomadic guides and camel handlers

Not Included -

• Flights
• Visa (if applicable)
• Personal expenses
• Meals in Marrakesh (except breakfast)
• Meals during the Marrakesh - M'Hamid round bus journey

Who is this Retreat  for -

This experience is perfect for those seeking a deep connection in nature. A return to simplicity and soul presence.

Personal transformation through movement, silence and ritual.

No prior experience in yoga or meditation is required - only an open heart and a willingness to explore.

Your Hosts -

Svetlana - Yoga teacher, soul guide and energy channel weaving yoga, breathwork and sound into sacred transformation.

Omar - Nomad guide born in Sahara, preserving ancestral desert traditions through stories, music and wisdom.

Together they bridge the modern and the ancient - creating a space for true rememberance.

Join The Caravan -

If you feel the desert calling you, this is your invitation to walk its timeless path.

Spaces are limited for an intimate and heart centered experience.

To book your place

📩 email us at desertandyogaexperience@gmail.com

Or simply send a direct message on  WhatsApp +212 626216401 if your soul already says yes.

Itinerary -

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech

• Arrival at Marrakech airport and transfer to a traditional riad.

• Check-in.

• Overnight stay in Marrakech.

Day 2: Marrakech – M’Hamid – Desert Camp

• Early morning departure to M’Hamid by bus.

• Lunch stop along the way.

• Arrival in M’Hamid in the evening.

•  Transfer to the desert camp and check in.

• Sunset yoga and meditation to ground and connect with the desert’s energy.

• Overnight stay at the desert camp.

Day 3: M’Hamid – Sidi Naji (Camel Trek Begins)

• Breakfast at the camp.

• Start of the camel trek, walking 3-4  hours through the  desert landscape.

• Pass by Sidi Naji, an old marabout’s tomb.

• Arrive at the campsite and set up camp.

• Yoga, meditation, and a deep sound journey in the dunes (featuring Tibetan bowls, gong ,chimes and handpan).

• Overnight in a bivouac under the stars.

Day 4: Sidi Naji – Erg Zahar

• Breakfast at the camp.

• Walk 3-4 hours through golden sand dunes.

• Arrive at the large dunes  Erg Zahar, known for its vast and stunning panoramic views.

• Yoga and meditation on  the dunes, a profound moment to connect with nature and self.

• Set up camp.

•Evening sound journey under the stars.

• Overnight stay at the Erg Zahar campsite.

Day 5: Erg Zahar – M’Hamid (4x4 Transfer) – Marrakech

•Yoga & Meditation 

• Breakfast at Erg Zahar.

• Return to M’Hamid by 4x4 in the morning.

• Afternoon bus back to Marrakech with a lunch stop along the way.

• Arrival in Marrakech in the evening, check-in at the riad.

• Overnight stay in Marrakech.

Day 6: Marrakech – End of Trip

• Breakfast at the riad.

• Free time to explore the local souks or visit historical sites (optional).

Please note: Entry tickets to museums and monuments are not included.

We are looking forward meeting you and guiding you through this magical experience with us.

Your hosts -

Omar & Svetlana

New Year’s Eve in the Desert | Morocco

30 December 2025 – 2 January 2026

4 Days / 3 Nights | All-Inclusive

Celebrate the arrival of 2026 in the heart of the Sahara. This unique journey blends adventure, yoga, meditation, and soulful rituals with the joy of music, fire, and community. Step into the new year under a sky full of stars, surrounded by dunes, connection, and intention.

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 Highlights

• Cross the Atlas Mountains & visit Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO site)

• Camel ride the dunes

• Daily yoga & meditation to ground and energize

• New Year’s Eve Celebration with fire, music, dance & stargazing

• Intention-setting ritual to welcome 2026 with clarity and joy

• Oasis visit & nomadic family experience

• Nights in desert camps with traditional nomad hospitality

• All-inclusive package — transport, accommodation, meals, and experiences included

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📅 Itinerary

Day 1 – December 30: Marrakech → Atlas Mountains → Ait Ben Haddou → Agdz → M’Hamid

• Depart Marrakech, crossing the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m). 

• Visit Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou , a UNESCO World Heritage Site with iconic clay architecture and the palm tree oases of Agdz.

• Stop in Tamgroute, known for its ancient library and pottery workshops.

• Arrive in M’Hamid, the gateway to the Sahara.

• Evening arrival at desert camp near the dunes and palm trees, with welcome circle & dinner under the stars.

✨ Optional grounding meditation to fully arrive into the journey.

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Day 2 – December 31: M’Hamid → Erg Chigaga  (Erg Zahar) Dunes (New Year’s Eve Celebration)

• Morning yoga & meditation to open body and soul.

• After breakfast 4x4 journey to Erg Chigaga dunes (300m high), with a lunch stop among the dunes.

• Arrival at Erg Chigaga desert camp and time to settle.

• Sunset desert transmission to connect with the desert’s energy.

• New Year’s Eve Celebration:

• Fire ceremony & live nomad music

• Drumming, singing, and dancing

• Traditional dinner under the stars

• Intention-setting ritual to welcome 2026 ✨

• Stargazing and joyful connection into the new year

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Day 3 – January 1: Oasis Exploration & Nomadic Experience

• Morning yoga & meditation — honoring the first sunrise of 2026.

• Departure to a nearby oasis.

• Visit nomadic families & learn about their way of life.

• Lunch and rest among palm trees.

• Return to Erg Chigaga camp for another night of music, storytelling, and dinner under the stars.

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Day 4 – January 2: Erg Chigaga →Lake Iriki  - Foum Zguid → Taznakht → Return

• Early closing yoga, meditation & gratitude circle before departure.

• • Depart by 4x4 from Erg Chigaga, crossing the dry Lake Iriki, famous for fossils and mirages.
• Visiting Oasis of Laagermia.

• Heading towards Foum Zguid.

• Visit Taznakht, the capital of Berber carpets.

• Scenic return journey towards Marrakech.

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💫 What’s Included (All-Inclusive)

• All transportation from Marrakech

• 3 nights desert accommodation

• All meals 

• Camel ride in the dunes

• Yoga & meditation sessions

• Music evenings around the fire

• New Year’s Eve celebration & intention-setting ritual

Not Included: 

Flights, visa (if applicabl), personal expenses, tips (optional).

Limited spaces available – early booking is recommended.

Your Guides,

Omar & Svetlana

Are you a yoga teacher or retreat lleader who’s always dreamed of hosting a retreat in the magical Sahara — but don’t know where to start?

Let us take care of the logistics so you can focus fully on your gift.

We offer full retreat planning and support, including:

• Transportation from Marrakech to the desert

• Unique accommodation in traditional desert camps and riads

• Nourishing meals prepared by local chefs

• Local guides and cultural experiences

• Optional retreat assistant on-site

• Itinerary creation and coordination down to every small detail

All you have to do is arrive.

If this speaks to your soul, reach out.

Let’s chat and explore what we can co-create together.