7 Day Moroccan Desert Journey Retreat
Morocco Wellness Retreat
An adventure of self-discovery, with the stars and sand as your witness. This 6-night retreat journey is an opportunity to step out of your ‘normal’, unplug and reconnect with yourself. Resurfacing with renewed energy, aligned vibration and a relaxed spirit. The journey begins when you decide to take the first step upon the path you wish to tread.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Guided sound baths and meditation, Qi Gong, yoga, restorative movement
- Breathwork, guided self-inquiry sessions
- Unbelievable stargazing
- Climbing the high dunes at sunrise/sunset
- 6 nights luxury accommodation
- All meals during the tour
- Private 4x4 group travel
Skill level
- Intermediate
6 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
All accommodation will be luxury shared occupancy rooms with en-suite bathroom facilities. If travelling solo, you'll be paired up considerately and hopefully leave feeling like beloved friends! If you’d like a single occupancy room, please advise them asap.
- Night 1 – Marrakesh
- Night 2 – Hara Oasis
- Night 3 – Luxury desert camp
- Night 4 – Luxury desert camp
- Night 5 – Ait Ben Haddou (nearby accommodation)
- Night 6 – Marrakesh
Program
The Sound Shift will meet you in Marrakesh to soak up the fragrant atmosphere of this vibrant city and open the circle before starting the adventure over the Atlas mountains by private 4x4s, along the old caravan route.
Laying heads at a lush desert oasis, dropping into a slower, deeper state. The following day, the journey will head to the luxury desert camp for two nights under the vast stars, surrounded by open sands, listening to the whispers of hearts. The stars and intentions will burn even brighter in the darkness of the desert.
As the circle completes, the path will take through the UNESCO World Heritage Berber town of Ait Ben Haddou, taking in remnants of a past age while assimilating experiences. A night will be spent nearby to refresh before returning to Marrakesh.
On arrival back in Marrakesh, The Sound Shift will be welcomed by the warm hospitality of the famous Al Fassia. Spending the final evening here, the group can celebrate the journey, translate discoveries into actions, and prepare for onward paths home.
Through journaling, sound, movement, and breath, you will have a safe foundation to shift into a gentler mode and soften the edges.
Your personal adventure will allow you to hold onto what resonates with who you are and tune into what makes you shine brightest.
This high vibrational experience will be supported by amazing Moroccan hospitality and activities.
Sample itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome
Arrive into Marrakesh at your leisure and take in the city or rest by the pool ahead of the first gathering and evening together.
Day 2
Start in circle. After a morning of gentle awakening and connection, depart Marrakesh, winding through the changing landscape, over the Atlas Mountains, and spend the night at the beautiful Hara Oasis.
Day 3
From Agdz, take a shorter drive to arrive at the desert camp and marvel at the awe of the desert expanse. Set the tone with a memorable sunset soundbath from the high dunes and a clearing ritual.
Day 4
Full immersion in the desert with a special program of insight, starting the day with Qi Gong with the rising sun.
Day 5
After a morning connection, the journey will take out of the desert via a different route, traveling over the dry salt lake of Iriqui and through the towns of Foum Zguid and Taznakht. Stop at the UNESCO site of Ait Ben Haddou and rest here overnight.
Day 6
Set off early for Marrakesh, welcomed by the warm hospitality of famous Al Fassia for the closing circle and final evening celebration of how far you have come.
Day 7
Depart from Marrakesh at your leisure or enjoy more of the city before setting off.
Instructors
George and Almira
They have been on a path of self-development, self-discovery, and spiritual practice for the past 20+ years. Both are certified sound practitioners and between them hold qualifications in Meditation, Mantra, Life Coaching, Spiritual Coaching, Ceremonial Cacao Facilitation, and Breathwork. This work has all been woven into their lives alongside raising a family of 3, running a business, holding down a career, and dream chasing.
Dominique
Dominique is a movement psychotherapist, Qi gong practitioner, advanced Pilates teacher and yoga teacher. Each movement session during the retreat will be tailored for all abilities, to meet your body where it’s at and support your nervous system. Exploring a relationship of sound and movement, mind and body.
Felicity
Felicity Menteath is the Founder of Menteath skincare. Flick will be supporting the journey with bespoke treatments and smoke rituals to ease your senses through your discoveries. Combining ancient smoke rituals and traditions from across the world with modern advancements, they create products that improve the skin's condition by stimulating the nervous system - connecting you to your ancestral relationship with fire and wood. Each product creates a sensual journey through nature and woodlands, with smoky scents that blend with your body to enhance and evoke spiritual connection.
Location
Each of their 4 locations on this epic journey have been carefully selected for their mix of luxury, authenticity and peace to allow you to fully surrender to this experience, whilst feeling at ease. The desert camp is set amongst the foothills of the high dunes of Erg Chigaga, the most beautiful area of the Moroccan Sahara. Rest assured that all of their selected hotels are rated above 4.5 stars on Tripadvisor.
Food
The package includes vegetarian / vegan breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free flowing refreshments of Moroccan tea, coffee, and water throughout are provided.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
What's included
- Guided soundbaths and meditation
- Qi gong, yoga and restorative movement
- Breathwork practices
- Guided self-inquiry sessions
- Clearing smoke and self-care ritual with Felicity Menteath
- Campfires
- Unbelievable stargazing
- Climbing the high dunes at sunrise/sunset
- Optional camel rides and sand-boarding
- Visits to Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and various stops on our journey to experience the warm Moroccan culture and craft
- Accommodation for six nights
- Meals vegetarian/vegan
- Private 4x4 group travel
- Gifts from your guides
- Free flowing refreshments of Moroccan tea, coffee, water throughout
What's not included
- Flights and travel insurance
- Taxi transfers outside of group transits
- Treatments/massages
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Marrakesh Menara Airport
4 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please arrange your own flight into Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) anytime on 16th Nov, returning at anytime on 22nd Nov. They’ve adapted the schedule to allow flexibility on arrival and departure days.
You should arrange a licensed taxi to / from the accommodation in Marrakesh (Al Fassia Aguedal). They can provide information on this and also connect you with other participants on the same or similar timed flights.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 25% 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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