• Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
  • Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking
Ouarzazate

Christmas with the family in the Sahara, combining yoga and gentle hiking

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In summary

  • Sports
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Level
    All levels

    Levels

    All levels
    Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision or program is tailored to each person's level.
  • Destination
    Atlas Mountains / Ouarzazate
  • Age
    From 5 - 80 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    129.2 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇬🇧
    English
    🇦🇪
    Arabic
    🇵🇱
    Polish

In a few words

Give your family an unforgettable Christmas in the heart of the Moroccan Sahara , on an adventure designed for children aged 5 and up. This multi-day trek combines gentle hiking and daily yoga for total immersion in the magic of the desert . Each day, you'll progress on foot, at the pace of the rolling dunes and bivouacs under the stars , guided by the ancestral footsteps of the nomads .

In this exceptionally pristine environment, outdoor yoga sessions enrich the experience, offering grounding , serenity , and a profound reconnection with oneself . Far from the hustle and bustle, nature becomes a space for rejuvenation and sharing , where young and old alike discover a new way of living together.

Whether by the fire or in the starry silence, every moment invites contemplation , wonder , and a true escape from time . A stay designed to slow down, breathe , and celebrate the essential simplicity of the present moment, in a setting as magnificent as it is soothing.

The highlights

  • Family stay with varied sessions adapted to everyone
  • Beauty of the desert: golden dunes, sunrises and sunsets, starry skies
  • Immerse yourself in nomadic life: authentic sharing, music, and delicious food.
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

All levels

Levels

All levels
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision or program is tailored to each person's level.
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision or program is tailored to each person's level.

The expert's opinion

Issen's journey to yoga began at the end of her studies in financial markets at the Toulouse Business School, when she found a different kind of space on her mat amidst a more intense pace of life. What started as a personal practice gradually took on a more significant role in her life.


Driven by this curiosity, she traveled extensively, pursued numerous training programs, and met teachers who enriched her journey. Today, she teaches vinyasa, hatha flow, yin yoga, as well as complementary practices such as pranayama, yoga nidra, and Frequency Flow (sound therapy). Her teaching is based on over 1200 hours of training, and on a practice that remains open, adaptable, and dynamic.

Her sessions offer a space accessible to all, where movement, breath, and rest naturally find their place. Teaching is a source of joy for her , with a vision of yoga rooted in modern life.


In figures

Yoga

  • Average duration/day: 1h
  • 1 average daily practices

Trekking

  • Average duration/day: 2h30
  • Average distance/day: 9 km
  • Exposed Passages: Yes

Management

During this stay, several supervisors will be present to guide and assist you, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the trip.
Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 15 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
🇦🇪
Arabic
🇵🇱
Polish
Issen
Issen

A yoga teacher since 2017, Issen has accumulated over 1200 hours of training worldwide. After studying business and beginning her career in financial markets, she decided to change course to pursue her passion: yoga. It was on her mat that she rediscovered balance and serenity, without imagining that this would mark the beginning of a profoundly transformative journey.

Trained in several styles of yoga and wellness approaches (Hatha & Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Yin & Yoga Nidra, Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga, Stråla, Chromatic Yoga, Pranayama, sophrology, and hypnosis), she guides her clients with pedagogy and compassion, leading each individual toward physical, mental, and emotional transformation. Her sessions, enriched by the vibrations of singing bowls and essential oils, offer a space to move with ease, breathe fully, and be grounded in the present moment. Always curious and passionate, Issen continues to develop and share her yogic world with authenticity and generosity.

Nomades de la famille Nouaji

The Nouaji family, nomads, are deeply rooted in the desert and its traditions. For generations, they have roamed the vast expanses of the Sahara, guided by the stars and the needs of their herds. Constantly on the move, they live in tents, each encampment an adventure to be discovered.

Over time, the harsh realities of the desert, particularly drought, led them to adopt a semi-sedentary lifestyle in M'hamid el Ghizlane. This choice in no way severed their connection to the desert; it simply opened a new chapter in their nomadic life. Today, they generously and cheerfully share their culture and expertise, offering travelers an authentic and profoundly human experience.

Management

Security

The retreats are guided by experienced professionals: Issen, a yoga teacher since 2017, and nomadic guides with over 10 years of experience in the desert and in-depth knowledge of the landscapes, conditions and routes.

Each participant remains responsible for their own health during the stay. Activities include desert walks, yoga sessions, and explorations, and require a good level of general fitness. Programs are designed to accommodate different fitness levels, and the instructors ensure everyone's well-being, adapting the pace and activities so that everyone can fully enjoy the experience.

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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
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    Arrival in Marrakech or Ouarzazate

    • Accommodation 3-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    Arrival in Marrakech or Ouarzazate , depending on your chosen airport. Your arrival time is flexible throughout the day, depending on your flight schedule. Transfers are not included in the retreat price and are at your own expense. You are free to organize your arrival at your own pace and according to your preferences.


    If you arrive in the morning, you can leave your luggage at the riad or hotel ; the rooms will be ready in the afternoon . You can then enjoy some rest or explore the surrounding area as you wish.

    In Marrakech , the possibilities are numerous: strolling through the medina, exploring the souks, or relaxing in a hammam or traditional spa (optional, with supplement ).


    At the end of the day, an informal group gathering is offered around 7 pm to get acquainted before departing for the desert. Those who wish can share a convivial dinner at the riad or hotel: a typical Moroccan dish, often a tagine, with vegetarian or gluten-free options; dinner is available at an additional cost .


    You will spend the first night depending on your arrival point:

    1. at the riad / at the hotel in Marrakech
    2. at the riad / at the hotel in Ouarzazate


    Day 1

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Marrakech ou Ouarzazate, selon votre choix d’aéroport.
Day 1 : 19h00
End of stay
Marrakech ou Ouarzazate, selon votre choix d’aéroport.
Day 7 - 10h00

You are free to choose to arrive and depart from either Marrakech or Ouarzazate , whichever suits you best. You can arrive during the day, at a time that suits you. The time indicated (7:00 PM) is a guideline for group gathering. Dinner is not included, but it can be arranged for participants upon request – whether you arrive in Marrakech or Ouarzazate .

You are also free to choose your return airport: Marrakech or Ouarzazate .


Airport-hotel transfers are not included and remain at your own expense.

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport de Marrakech Or Aéroport de Ouarzazate

Airport-hotel transfers are not included and remain at your own expense.

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Price details

The price includes

Two nights in a shared room in Marrakech or Ouarzazate, with breakfast included on day 1 and day 6.

Transfer by comfortable private minibus/taxi from Marrakech or Ouarzazate to M'Hamid El Ghislaine on day 2, and return on day 6, with lunch in a restaurant on the way there and back.

Desert trek : overnight stays in shared tents, delicious meals, and full support. Nomads set up and take down the tents daily , and your luggage is transported by camels for a light and comfortable journey.

Yoga sessions led by Issen, including dynamic and gentle moments to harmonize body and mind.

Moments of sharing around the fire , punctuated by traditional nomadic music , to fully experience the magic of the desert.

Exclusive e-book : Essence between Sky and Desert , which combines a practical guide (the essentials for this getaway), a discovery of the world of essential oils, as well as an address book in Marrakech for a sensory immersion.

The price does not include

International flights (round trip) to and from Marrakech or Ouarzazate

Taxi on day 1 from Marrakech and Ouarzazate airport to the riad/hotel and taxi on day 7 from the riad in Marrakech or hotel in Ouarzazate to the airport

Dinner on day 1 in Marrakech or Ouarzazate and dinner on day 6 in Marrakech or Ouarzazate

Tips for nomads

Personal expenses

Sleeping bag for nights in the desert

Private rooms: supplement of 30 euros per night. If you are the only woman or the only man in your group, this supplement will be charged to guarantee you a private room, unless you are travelling with friends, family or as a couple and wish to share a room.

Individual travel insurance (travel insurance: covering trip cancellation, lost luggage and unforeseen incidents; health insurance: covering medical care abroad; civil liability insurance: covering accidents or injuries).

It is recommended to check if this insurance is not already included with your payment card, such as a Mastercard.

Options

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Located in M'Hamid El Ghizlane, at the gateway to the Sahara, this establishment offers a profound immersion blending nomadic tradition and the art of well-being. Our local partner specializes in organizing yoga retreats and treks, providing a moment of reconnection and authenticity in the heart of Morocco's golden dunes.
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