Spirit of the Desert - Shamanic Women's Retreat with Yoga

Merzouga, Morocco

Summary

Our yoga retreat offers you more than just a short break—it’s an invitation to leave everyday life behind and reconnect with yourself.

Look forward to soothing yoga sessions, moments of stillness and relaxation, lovingly prepared soul food, and a warm, family-like atmosphere where you’ll feel welcome from the very first moment.

Here, you can let go, recharge, and consciously make time for your body, mind, and soul—without any pressure, just in whatever way feels right for you.

Through yoga, mindful breathing, and meditation, you’ll give yourself time to settle in, let go, and recharge. Whether you’re a beginner or have prior experience—everyone is welcome. Find inner peace, renewed energy, and a deeper connection to yourself.

Our retreat takes place at our beautiful guesthouse on the edge of the dunes—a place where you can feel the vastness, tranquility, and power of nature. Enjoy the view of the landscape, explore the dunes on long walks, and find your own personal space to breathe deeply and settle in.

For us, it’s not just about connecting with yourself, but also about connecting with others. In a warm, family-like atmosphere, precious moments of exchange, togetherness, and connection unfold.

Vegetarian dishes prepared with love offer you enjoyment and renewed energy. Our soul food is prepared fresh, mindfully, and with high-quality ingredients—nourishing for both body and soul and another integral part of your holistic retreat experience.

Retreat Highlights: Guided dune hike, inspiring cultural excursion, communal campfire evenings with drumming & singing, heart-opening cacao ceremony, shamanic drum journey, womb space cleansing. Dreamcatcher crafting, smudging ceremony, smudging rituals.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories: Shamanism, Meditation, Relaxation, Breathing, Music, Yoga Retreats, Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Wellness, Detox Retreats, Creative Retreats
Date: 2027-04-04 - 2027-04-11
Language(s): German
Level: Expert, Advanced, Beginner
Group Size: 12
Place: Merzouga, Morocco
Accommodation: Overnight stay included
Catering: No meals
Types of food: Vegetarian
Services: Daily practice on 6 days: sessions combining yoga, pranayama, meditation, music, shamanic rituals, and free dance.

Guided Dune Hike: Explore the vastness and magic of the desert together.

Full board: Fresh, lovingly prepared vegetarian soul food (also available vegan or gluten-free upon request).

Inspiring Cultural Excursion: Authentic insights into the local culture and way of life.

7 nights: In a cozy double room at our traditional inn.

All-Around Transfer: Stress-free airport transfer to and from Errachidia Airport (ERH).

Ongoing guidance and personalized support from the retreat leaders, Rana and Lisa

A Supportive Community: A women's group as a trusted safe space for genuine connection and sisterhood.

Heart-opening cacao ceremony, shamanic drum journey, womb space cleansing, smudging rituals, dreamcatcher crafting, rapé ceremony.

Campfire Evenings: Unforgettable nights under the starry sky with traditional drumming and singing.

A Space for Retreat and Slowing Down: Time for silence, personal reflection, and relaxation, far removed from everyday life and digital distractions.

Accommodation

Unsere Unterkunft ist ein familiäres marokkanisches Gasthaus mit insgesamt 9 individuell gestalteten Zimmern. Die Unterbringung erfolgt standardmäßig im gemütlichen geteilten Doppelzimmer. Wenn du dir während deines Retreats einen ganz privaten Rückzugsort wünschst, ist ein Doppelzimmer zur Einzelnutzung gegen Aufpreis und nach Verfügbarkeit buchbar.

Air-conditioned rooms

Environmentally friendly

Free parking

Free Wi-Fi

Internet access

Multilingual staff

Parking lot

Smoke-free property

Wireless internet

Dining area

Kitchen

Picnic area

Terrace

Shopping

Yoga deck

Rooms

Doppelzimmer zur gemeinsamen Nutzung

~~$1,869~~ $1,620 Frühbucher / person

Jedes unserer einzigartig eingerichteten Zimmer ist speziell für eine komfortable Doppelbelegung ausgelegt. Wenn du d...

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Doppelzimmer zur Einzelnutzung

~~$2,119~~ $1,869 Frühbucher / person

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Catering

Vegetarian dishes prepared with love will delight your palate and give you a boost of energy. Our soul food is prepared fresh, mindfully, and with high-quality ingredients—nourishing for both body and soul, and another part of your holistic retreat experience.

Upon request, we’re happy to accommodate vegan and gluten-free options or individual dietary restrictions.

sequence

Our days follow a gentle rhythm of yoga, meditation, community, and free time to relax.

In addition to our daily program, special desert experiences await you:

One afternoon, we’ll explore the dunes together on a desert hike and experience the sunset with a silent meditation.

One afternoon, we’ll take a short excursion into the surrounding area to learn more about the region, its culture, and its people.

We’ll wind down the evening together around the campfire—with drumming, mantra chanting, music, and the sparkling desert night sky above us.

Those who wish can book the following experiences during their free time:

soothing massages

a horseback ride through the desert landscape

a camel ride into the dunes

a quad bike tour through the Sahara

Daily Schedule:

Sunrise Yoga
7:00 a.m.

Breakfast
9:00 a.m.

Free time to relax or enjoy additional activities

Lunch
1:00 p.m.

Free time to relax or enjoy additional activities / excursions

Yin Yoga
5:00 p.m.

Dinner
7:00 p.m.

Campfire / drumming, music, and dancing under the starry sky

Arrival

If you’d like to fly directly to us, we recommend the domestic flight from Casablanca to Errachidia, which is scheduled to arrive around 10:59 p.m. or 11:59 p.m. From there, we’ll pick you up, and together we’ll drive about an hour and a half to our retreat location. Once there, you can settle in at your own pace and check into your room. The transfer is included.

4X5P+R2, Merzouga 52202 4X5P+R2, 52202 Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco

Cancellation policy

If you cancel up to 60 days before arrival, you will receive a 30% refund of the booking price.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

If a participant cancels, the following cancellation fees apply:

Cancellation more than 60 days before the start of the retreat:
A cancellation fee of 30% of the total price is due. Any deposit already paid will be credited toward this fee.

Cancellation between 60 and 31 days before the start of the retreat:
A cancellation fee of 50% of the total price is due.

Cancellation between 30 and 15 days before the start of the retreat:
A cancellation fee of 75% of the total price is due.

Cancellation less than 15 days before the start of the retreat or no-show:
A cancellation fee of 100% of the total price is due.

The deadline is determined by the date Shifa Shanti Retreats receives the written cancellation.

We recommend that all participants purchase travel cancellation insurance.

Dates

2027-04-04

2027-04-11
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