Offer your group a profound break in the heart of the desert. Yoga, meditation, Pilates, dance, bodywork practices., Energy healing Time to reconnect: the Sahara offers a unique setting to slow down, breathe, and get back to basics.
Accompanied by a local team, you can experience a wandering retreat with daily walks or stay several days in the same place to fully concentrate on your practice.
Discover the upcoming departures that have already been scheduled. Each retreat is driven by a different intention: movement, reconnection, symbolic passage, rejuvenation, transformation, or a return to the essential.
If a date or theme appeals to you, please contact us to receive complete information and check availability.
An introductory stay in the desert to allow the soul to express itself, connect with the flavour of the place and experience an encounter with oneself, with the group and with the elements.
An introductory stay in the desert to allow the soul to express itself, connect with the flavour of the place and experience an encounter with oneself, with the group and with the elements.
Élodie, a trained dancer and teacher of yoga, Pilates, and joint mobility, guides through bodily movement and spirituality. The retreat offers a a trip into the desert With yoga in the morning and evening, daily walks, bivouacking, nomadic culture, music, singing, traditional tea, shared meals and the possibility of sleeping under the stars, depending on the weather. Dynamic yoga is offered in the morning at sunrise and yin yoga in the evening at sunset, at a level that is accessible and adapted to the group's energy.
A retreat to deeply recharge before winter, let go of what weighs you down, and rediscover clarity, vitality, and confidence in the immensity of the desert.
A retreat to deeply recharge before winter, let go of what weighs you down, and rediscover clarity, vitality, and confidence in the immensity of the desert.
The desert, where everything is laid down, where everything is reborn.
In late October, as summer recedes and fatigue sets in, the desert becomes an infinite space of light, warmth and energy to regain vitality, clarity and inspiration.
This retreat is an invitation to live in the present moment, to release pressure, to let joy return and to let go of habits, fears, doubts or limiting beliefs.
In the vastness of the Sahara, everything becomes simpler. The silence, the walking, the fire, the dunes, the rhythm of the caravan, and daily practices create an ideal setting to reconnect with oneself and find new momentum.
On the programme: morning and evening yoga, meditation, Tibetan singing bowl, massages, pranayama, relaxation, daily trek, nomadic bivouac, traditional music and evenings around the campfire.
Trip details
Thursday 29 October: Arrival in Marrakech. Overnight stay at the Riad.
Friday 30 October: Early morning departure from Marrakech. Crossing of the High Atlas mountains. Arrival in M’Hamid El Ghizlane (the gateway to the desert) in the evening. 1er Couscous prepared and served by the Nomads. Night in the palm grove.
Saturday 31st October: Taragalte Festival. Night at the camp.
Sunday 1st November: desert, yoga and trek. Night in nomadic bivouac.
Monday 2 November: desert, yoga and trek. Arrival at the «singing dunes» of Erg Zahar, which is a group of large dunes, the highest of which reaches 150m. This is where we watch the sunset. The moment is magical. Night in a nomadic camp.
Tuesday 3 November: desert, yoga and trek. Night in a nomadic bivouac.
Wednesday 4 November: desert, yoga and trek. Night in a nomadic bivouac.
Thursday 5th November: desert, yoga and trek. Night in the palm grove.
Friday 6 November: Departure for Marrakech by minibus. Arrival around 16:00 in Marrakech. Night at the Riad. Various options: exploring the Medina, visiting the souks, hammam/spa/massage. Night at the Riad.
Saturday 7 November* : Transfer to Marrakech airport and return flight.
*Those who wish to do so may extend their stay in Marrakech.
On the program
A rite of passage to end 2026 in the Sahara and welcome 2027 differently.
A rite of passage to end 2026 in the Sahara and welcome 2027 differently.
Ending one year in the Sahara and welcoming the next in the heart of the dunes… It's experiencing a unique transition, far from the hustle and bustle, in a space where silence becomes a strength and every breath finds its place. Where 2026 ends, 2027 can begin differently: in peace, clarity, and openness.
The transition to a new year is often an opportunity to make good resolutions… which quickly crumble when faced with the frenzy of daily life, a lack of self-confidence, or when trapped in old patterns. In the desert, everything changes: the immensity invites us to let go of what weighs us down and allow what uplifts us to emerge.
This retreat is designed as a true rite of passage, a moment to turn the page and write a new one. You will be supported in leaving behind what holds you back and anchoring what nourishes you, so that you dare to believe in your projects, your inner strength and your creative power.
Deep support for a fresh start.
A spring retreat to clear your mind, regain momentum, find clarity, and move towards what truly calls to you.
A spring retreat to clear your mind, regain momentum, find clarity, and move towards what truly calls to you.
How about treating yourself to a real new lease of life?
Spring is the perfect time to start afresh. To emerge from winter, declutter, leave behind what weighs you down, and welcome a new energy, one that is more true, more alive.
And for that, what could be more powerful than the desert? A raw, silent, essential space. A place where everything becomes clear, where you can finally slow down, breathe and find yourself.
This retreat is an invitation to a deep inner reset. A true spring clean to free yourself from what's holding you back, regain momentum and clarity, and dare to move towards what truly calls to you.
You're not just coming to rest. You're coming to transform.
To support you on a deeper level, you will benefit from complementary practices: sunrise Vinyasa yoga, Yin at sunset, meditation, immersive Tibetan bowl sessions and massages.
In the desert, there’s nothing superfluous. Just the essentials. You’ll discover a rare sensation: that of being fully alive, in harmony with yourself, and exactly where you belong.
The retreat includes bivouac living, encounters with nomads, their songs, music and traditions, sharing tea and meals, as well as nights spent under canvas or the stars.
Every day: yoga in the morning and evening, 3 to 4 hours’ walk through ever-changing landscapes, a new camp, a new energy, and above all, an inner journey that transforms with every step.
The desert has a certain magic about it: it empties you out so that it can fill you up again. As a Tuareg proverb says: «The desert cannot be described; it must be experienced.»
The desert creates an immediate break from the everyday. The space, the silence, the light and the simple rhythm of the days offer ideal conditions for a retreat, to accompany a group or to participate in a reconnection experience.
L'Amour du Désert offers its on-the-ground experience, local team, and on-site organisation to host workshops and retreats in the best possible conditions.
Depending on your plans, the retreat can take various forms: a travelling programme with walks in the dunes, a more relaxed stay at a campsite, or a programme tailored entirely to your practice.
Vast and vibrant spaces
to slow down, recentre and create meaning together.
A simple and human process to design a desert trip that suits you with you
Dates, number of people, type of stay, level, desires, constraints or particular needs.
We can guide you towards an existing stay or create a bespoke programme for you.
We are sending you the practical information: itinerary, equipment, level, transport, meals, organisation and advice before departure.
Once there, the team will accompany you into the desert to make the most of your stay.
From preparation to your return, every detail is anticipated so that you can experience it with peace of mind, in complete confidence.
The stays can be adapted according to the group's level. Some treks are accessible to beginners, others require better physical fitness.
Transport, meals, support, itinerary, and overnight accommodation are organised in advance so you can fully enjoy the experience.
You are accompanied by a team that knows the terrain, desert conditions, and travellers' needs.
We'll guide you on what equipment to pack, the best time to go, suitable clothing, and useful information before your trip.
Each stay leaves a different mark. Here are a few testimonials from travellers who have shared a trek, a retreat or a desert stay with L’Amour du Désert.
