About The Retreat
Spend your New Year on our brand new adventure yoga holiday in the beautiful city of Essaouira, Morocco. Enjoy culture and history on a city tour, hike along the coast and surf in the perfect conditions.
All whilst being based at a serene and sustainable hotel in your very own ‘Ecodome’. Immerse yourself in yoga twice a day and leave feeling reset and ready for the new year.
New for 2024, join us on our New Year escape to Essaouira, Morocco. Spend 5 nights, 6 days over the new year taking time out for you to restore after a busy year. Yoga, hikes, water-sports, stunning scenery and delicious food will leave you feeling energised and ready for 2025.
This December, escape the longer darker days in the northern hemisphere and come and explore Essaouira, Morocco. The average temperature is 18 degrees celsius with highs of 20, relax and explore with this combination yoga holiday of adventure, culture and relaxation.
As it is a new year yoga holiday with us, we share with you a setting intentions workshop, to get clear on your goals for 2025.
What makes this holiday so special is the stunning venue. Nestled in the Swiri countryside amongst the Argan and Tuaya trees, our boutique venue is a peaceful haven a mere 10 km from central Essaouira. There is a swimming pool to cool off and shaded areas to relax with a good book.
Yoga will be in a newly designed wooden yoga shala with a glass front looking out to the argan farm. The bedrooms are in ‘Ecodomes’ and have been built with the utmost respect for sustainability, from local materials found in Essaouira.
Alongside this, all the food is locally sourced, they use renewable energy and the venue’s staff are from the local community.
Compared to the bustling cities of Marrakech and Casablanca, Essaouira offers a more relaxed and tranquil atmosphere.
The architecture reflects a mix of Moroccan and European influence, with charming whitewashed buildings with blue accents. The medina of Essaouira is a world heritage site, making the city rich in culture and history, which you will learn more about on our city tour. Essaouira locals are extremely warm and friendly and it is a city of natural beauty, boasting sandy beaches.
Our Essaouira retreat will be full of adventure and blend the best activities that the city has to offer whilst still leaving you time to relax and reflect on 2024 in our serene venue. Begin 2025 with exhilaration and rejuvenation on our New Year yoga holiday in Essaouira.
Location
Essaouira, a coastal city in western Morocco, is a vibrant blend of historical significance and modern charm. On our Essaouira yoga retreats we offer a diverse array of activities making it an ideal destination for travellers seeking both adventure and relaxation.
The city was designed by a French engineer, giving it a unique blend of Moroccan and European architectural influences. Its medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a labyrinth of narrow streets lined with whitewashed houses, bustling markets, vibrant souks and artisan workshops, exuding a timeless ambiance.
Accommodation
Your accommodation is 20km outside central Essaouira, situated in the Swiri countryside, surrounded by Argan and Tuyra trees.
On your 5 night stay in Essaouira you will be staying in a newly designed eco-conscious venue. Constructed in 2020, the ‘Ecodomes’ have been built with sustainability at their core, they’re built from local materials and they’re round structure makes them energy efficient – warm and cosy on colder evenings and cooling in the heat of the day. There is an outdoor heated pool and daybeds and plenty of spots of shade to read your book.
On our retreat we have 10 domes all of which are en-suite and you have the choice between a standard or superior ecodome, single occupancy or twin:
The standard ecodome has either a double bed or two singles, an in-room sitting area and adjoining dressing room.
The superior ecodome is larger, with a double bed or two singles, separate living room and dressing room. The bedrooms are authentically Moroccan in design and give a sense of peace and serenity.
Yoga
The yoga classes on our yoga holiday in Essaouira will be suitable for all levels and abilities. We love introducing total beginners to yoga.
Our morning yoga classes will be a blend of grounding Hatha, strong flows and creative movements to energise you for the day ahead. Evening sessions will be a blissful end to the day with restorative, yin and meditation.
Cuisine
Three meals a day are included in the price of our Essaouira holiday, and the venue’s local Moroccan chefs cater to our group.
The day starts with a hearty Moroccan breakfast, served with a selection of baked Moroccan delicacies, homemade jams and other tasty options.
Lunch is a relaxed Mediterranean affair with various seasonal salads and roasted vegetables. A Moroccan feast is served for dinner, highlighting the diversity of Moroccan cuisine. The menu changes according to seasonality.
It is possible to cater to dairy, gluten- and other intolerance-free diets. Please inform us before departure. Lunches are not provided whilst out on day trips.
Retreat schedule
Once you have landed in Marrakech for your new year yoga holiday in Essaouira, you will meet for our transfer at the airport at 14:00 and enjoy the scenic drive to Essaouira.
Your first evening starts with a short yoga class and then dinner.
On the last day enjoy breakfast before your transfer leaves at 8:00am for Marrakech airport.
You can arrive at your leisure. The transfer is only 25 minutes from Marrakech airport. After you’ve checked in relax by the pool and we will have a yoga class for those who have arrived at 5-6 pm and then dinner will be from 7 pm.
Transfers will be organised for you by the venue and added to your bill at the end of your stay.
Departure day is again flexible. Check-out is 2 pm but if your flight is later, relax at the pool and shower in the guest departure room prior to your flight.
7:30am – 9am
Energising morning yoga
9:30am
Wholesome breakfast by the pool
11am – 5pm
Guided hike, city tour, optional water-sports or sea swim
1:30pm
Lunch when at venue
3pm – 5pm
Relaxation time
5pm – 7pm
Restorative evening yoga
7:00pm
Delicious Moroccan style vegetarian evening meal
Retreat price
Twin / double standard Ecodome en-suite room: £1299pp
Single standard Eco-dome en-suite room:
£1599
There are superior eco-domes available, which are larger and have a relaxation space, as well as a bedroom area and private bathroom.
Twin / Double Superior Ecodome:
£1399pp
Single Superior Ecodome: £1699
Included
- Beautiful twin/double or single ‘Ecodome’ with en-suite
- Large spacious grounds with a pool and outdoor seating areas
- Transfer to & from Marrakech airport
- Essaouira city tour
- Guided hike
- Setting intentions workshop
- 5 x Delicious breakfasts
- Delicious Mediterranean-style lunches whilst at the venue
- 5 x 3 course evening meals
- 4 x Morning yoga classes to energise
- 5 x Evening yoga classes to unwind
- Yoga mats, blocks & bolsters
- Assistance in organising extra activities
Not included
- Flight
- Transfers
- Insurance
- Extra excursions
- Massage treatments
- Spa
- Extra non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks
How to get here
The closest airport is Marrakech where we will be providing our transfer included in the price. You must arrive at the airport on time for the transfer times we have provided otherwise you will need to arrange a private transfer. The transfer time from Marrakech airport to the venue is 2 hrs 30 minutes.
Fly:
On arrival day, please make sure your flight arrives at Marrakech airport before 13:00 ready to be picked up 14:00
On departure day, please book a flight that departs after 13:00 as your transfer will be arriving at the airport at 11:00am.
Please note: It is possible to book flights to Essaouira airport (30 minutes from the venue), however the transfer is not included in the price and you will have to arrange this yourself. If you decide to fly to Essaouira we can put you in contact with a trusted private transfer company recommended by our venue.
Booking
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