Wellness Escape in Morocco: Yoga, Desert Dinners, and Atlas Mountain Hikes

The retreat begins with a welcome dinner on Saturday, setting the tone for a week of relaxation. Days typically start with a dynamic vinyasa yoga class, followed by a leisurely breakfast. Afternoons are free for swimming, reading, or exploring, with a second, more calming yin yoga session before dinner. On some days, restorative yoga nidra sessions are offered before bed.

The yoga theme is 'natural elements', bringing the qualities of nature into your practice. The schedule is adaptable, with trips and other activities sometimes replacing one of the daily yoga sessions. All activities are optional, and there's no pressure to join in everything.

You'll spend the first part of the retreat at a venue near Marrakech, in a Berber village with views of the Atlas Mountains. Later, you'll move to a second location, which is described as a magical place to explore. The exact itinerary for the second venue isn't detailed on the listing, but the retreat is designed to showcase 'two breathtaking locations'.

The host, Jenny, is the founder of The Wild Times. She's an experienced yoga teacher with a 200-hour Vinyasa certification and additional training in Yin, Ayurveda, and trauma-informed yoga. She's also a paddleboard instructor. Her teaching style is described as accessible and effective, creating a warm and easygoing atmosphere.

What's included

- 7 nights, 8 days accommodation in a beautiful, peaceful retreat hotel with two pools and a hammam - All meals, snacks + hot drinks at mealtimes - A three course luxury sunset dinner in the desert - 15 x 1/1.5 hour yoga classes - Daily guided meditation on the rooftop - Transfers to and from both adventures (desert & mountains) - A 2.5 hour hike from a Kasbah in the Atlas Mountains with a picnic lunch - An optional shopping trip to the Marrakech souks (minibus transfer included) - Luxury goodie bag

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Transfers to and from the airport - Travel insurance (please make sure you have it upon booking) - Optional lunch in Souks - Extra spa treatments available (hammams, massages, facials, and more) - Any extra transport or taxis you may wish to get to and from Marrakech