Welcome to the Awakening of the Senses Yoga Retreat at the exotic city of Marrakech, a city that is guaranteed to seduce you. You will experience beauty where no embellishment is too extravagant; a convergence of passions that will awaken your senses.

Join us on a 7 days, 6 nights journey of discovery, magic, adventure, wellness and Arabian tales. Dream mosques, palaces, fountains, rose gardens, hammams, markets, spices, museums, fashion, camels and one night sleeping under the stars of the desert. You will taste, feel and touch the oriental essence magnified by rose water, argan and Prickly Pear Seed oils, honey dates and mint tea.

You will experience a unique yoga practice, meditation, chanting and sound healing. Indulge in oriental spa treatments while absorbing the teachings of natural herbal medicine. Your Marrakech voyage and cultural exchange experiences will remain in your hearts forever.

This retreat is opened to all levels of yoga practitioners.

Morocco

“The Medina”, is the heart of Marrakech, its old city center founded in the 11th century. It is renowned for its treasure trove of mosques and palaces. Wander among a maze of narrow streets and magical souks. You will love its herbal markets and antique shops, and be captivated by its snake charmers, folk dancers and street food vendors.

Nestled inside the vibrant Medina, and hidden behind tall walls, you will discover our home, an oasis of peaceful living, “Riad Sakaan.” It is an authentic Moorish home with its pool garden courtyard, purifying Hamam and stunning rooftop. This stylish oasis is filled with hidden treasures and enchanted fragrances.

Here between light and shadows life is sweet and there is a sense of absolute serenity.

Your last night will take place under the stars of the breathtaking Agafay Desert, at “La Pause” desert camp with a magical and unforgettable Arabian night.

Shayne Cohen

CO-FOUNDER / YOGA INSTRUCTOR

After a long and successful career owning and managing international luxury fashion boutiques Oxygene, in Bal Harbour, Shayne took her experience in the luxury market and partnered it with her other passion – yoga and wellness.

Adriana Vergara

CO-FOUNDER / DIRECTOR

Born and raised in Bogota, Colombia, Adriana is a celebrated contemporary art consultant based in Miami, Florida. She spent the past twenty years immersed in the world of arts and culture working with many local and national art institutions including the Bass Museum, Rubell Museum, CodeArt, Miami City Ballet among others.

“The body benefits from movement, and the mind benefits from stillness.”

Sakyong Mipham

Daily Morning Sun Practice

Start your mornings with a Vinyasa Yoga, meditation and chanting led by Shayne Cohen.

Vinyasa Yoga is an energetic form of yoga where students fluidly move from one pose to the next while synchronizing their breath to their movements. Shayne’s classes integrate a dynamic flow with the application of precise alignment, meditation, visualization, intention and chanting to create an inner journey towards healing and empowerment.

Each class is designed to systematically stimulate the organs, glands, nervous system and move freshly oxygenated blood to the entire body as you release tension and simultaneously develop faith and intuition.

Adriana Vergara will be here to assist the newer yoga students reaching their own individual level.

Daily Tours

Let your mind wander and your eyes be mesmerized by the beauty and ancient culture of Marrakech. Every day we will discover its magic.

  • Historical guided Medina tours to palaces and mosques.
  • YSL museum and Majorelle Gardens
  • Herbal medicine workshops
  • Artisanal workshops
  • Women's cooperative cultural visit
  • Visit traditional stunning Moroccan Hammams
  • Sunset rooftop and garden dinners of traditional oriental seasons and aromatic local herbs.
  • Famous souk tour and our curated shopping experience.

Excursions

  • Day excursion to the “Atlas Mountain.”
  • Overnight desert experience under the stars of the magical Agafay desert with a sunset camel ride.
Single

SINGLE OCCUPANCY

SOLD OUT

  • All rooms are unique and vary in size and decoration
Double

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

SOLD OUT

  • All rooms are unique and vary in size and decoration

What's Included

  • 6 days / 5 night accommodation at Riad Sakkan.
  • 1 night stylish glamping experience in the Agafay desert.
  • Daily yoga, meditation, sound healing, & spiritual ceremonies.
  • 3 daily meals inspired by local cuisine.
  • Daily tours to discover Marrakech.
  • NOT INCLUDED: Flight transportation, Spa treatments and alcoholic beverages

Payment and Cancellation Policy

  • Reservation must be made with a non-refundable 50% deposit.
  • Balance is due before September 1st, 2023.
  • Payments are non-refundable nor can they be credited towards a different retreat.
  • Credit card payments will incur in a 3% additional fee.
  • To avoid the additional 3% fee, other payment options include checks, Venmo, and direct deposits. Contact Us
  • We highly recommend you get travel insurance for your retreat package. We have partnered with InsureMyTrip, they have the best options and can help you find the right plan. If you prefer to get a quote over the phone, call 833-252-4836 and mention Anahata.
Spa
Hammam and wellness treatments will take place at our Riad.
One afternoon will be spent in a traditional Moroccan hammam.
American citizens do not need visa to travel to Morocco, other countries do. Please check in advance according to your nationality.
Apart from universal vaccinations (tetanus, polio, whooping cough, diphtheria, hepatitis B), no additional vaccination is required to visit Morocco.
Following the decision of the Moroccan authorities, the health restrictions ( PCR or Vaccinal Pass) at the entrance to Moroccan territory are lifted. Only the health form must be presented duly completed.
See more information here: Visit Morocco - Official Website
If you are flying from Miami we recommend flying with us as a group. Once you book your spot we will send you flight details for booking. We will be departing from Miami the night of October 13th, 2023 with a layover in Madrid, arriving the next day in Marrakech.
If you are traveling with the group transportation to and from the hotel is included in the retreat package.
For those in different flight, we will be happy to assist you with transportation at your cost.
All prices listed are per person.
We will be mostly serving a pescatarian traditional Moroccan cuisine. Plenty of options will be available for vegetarians. Please let us know in advance if you have any restrictions, we will be happy to accommodate you.
You can reserve your spot directly on our website or by emaling us. A reservation requires a 50% none-refundable deposit. Cancellations are non-refundable.
The remaining balance is due prior to September 1st, 2023.
Credit card payments will incur in a 3% additional fee. To avoid this fee, other payment options include checks, Venmo, and direct deposits.
Bathing suits, yoga clothes, shorts, tee shirts, sneakers and a light sweater in case the night at the desert is chilly. Some tours will require women to wear long pants or skirts.
Yoga mats will be provided.
We highly recommend you purchase insurance for your trip. The following link offers different options InsureMyTrip. If you prefer to call 833-252-4836 please mention Anahata and they will help you get the right plan.