8 - 15th and 21 - 28th March 2026

8 - 15th and 21 -
28th March 2026


8 - 15th and 21 -
28th March 2026

Sahara Retreat

A unique Pilates journey

Disconnect to reconnect, an adventurous desert hike retreat where nature, mindful movement, and stillness meet.

the magic of the sAHARA

A week in Morocco’s golden desert.
Practice Pilates as the sun rises.
Hike with nomads and camels.
Recover beneath a sky full of stars.

A week in Morocco’s golden desert. Practice Pilates as the sun rises.
Hike with nomads and camels.
Recover beneath a sky full of stars.

THe magic of the sahara

7 days, 6 nights in the Sahara Desert

7 days, 6 nights in the Sahara Desert

includes 2 nights in Marrakech

includes 2 nights in Marrakech

An unforgettable active journey through one of the world's most striking landscapes.

With each step, the Sahara unfolds; golden dunes rising, rocky plateaus stretching wide, silence wrapping around you.
Under the morning sun, we start our day with Energising Pilates. This will warm your muscles, activate your body, and sharpen your focus for the day’s trek..

Morning Pilates Flow: Awaken your body through breath and anatomy-based movement, all levels.

Morning Pilates Flow: Awaken your body through breath and anatomy-based movement, all levels.
Morning Pilates Flow: awaken your body through breath and anatomy-based movement, all levels.

From Sunrise to Starlight

Every day, the Sahara leads you deeper into movement and discovery,

06:30

Sunrise Pilates

Blending strength, stretches, and breathwork to awaken your body.

06:30

Sunrise Pilates

Blending strength, stretches, and breathwork to awaken your body.

08:00

Moroccan Breakfast

A nourishing vegan-vegetarian spread with fresh fruits, local breads, nut butters, and herbal teas to fuel your journey.

08:00

Moroccan Breakfast

A nourishing vegan-vegetarian spread with fresh fruits, local breads, nut butters, and herbal teas to fuel your journey.

09:00

Preparing for the Trek

Prepare for the day’s trek: sun scarf, camel loading, water, snacks.

09:00

Preparing for the Trek

Prepare for the day’s trek: sun scarf, camel loading, water, snacks.

09:30

Desert Hike

Walk 15 km across the dunes with experienced guides.

09:30

Desert Hike

Walk 15 km across the dunes with experienced guides.

14:00

Midday Rest

Lunch break at a new camp + journaling and rest time.

14:00

Midday Rest

Lunch break at a new camp + journaling and rest time.

17:00

Restorative Afternoon

Gentle movement class focusing on mobility, recovery, and stretching.

17:00

Restorative Afternoon

Gentle movement class focusing on mobility, recovery, and stretching.

18:30

Sunset Magic

Play in the sand, dance with the wind, or find your calm as the sun slips behind the Sahara.

18:30

Sunset Magic

Play in the sand, dance with the wind, or find your calm as the sun slips behind the Sahara.

19:30

Evening by the Fire

Dinner is served under a blanket of stars, accompanied by live music performed by the guides.

19:30

Evening by the Fire

Dinner is served under a blanket of stars, accompanied by live music performed by the guides.

21:30

Night under the Stars

Stargazing, with the option to sleep outside under the stars.

21:30

Night under the Stars

Stargazing, with the option to sleep outside under the stars.

06:30

Sunrise Pilates

Blending strength, stretch, and breathwork to awaken your body.

06:30

Sunrise Pilates

Blending strength, stretch, and breathwork to awaken your body.

08:00

Moroccan Breakfast

A nourishing vegan-vegetarian spread with fresh fruits, local breads, nut butters, and herbal teas to fuel your journey.

08:00

Moroccan Breakfast

A nourishing vegan-vegetarian spread with fresh fruits, local breads, nut butters, and herbal teas to fuel your journey.

09:00

Preparing for the Trek

Prepare for the day’s trek: sun scarf, camel loading, water, snacks.

09:00

Preparing for the Trek

Prepare for the day’s trek: sun scarf, camel loading, water, snacks.

09:30

Desert Hike

Walk 15 km across the dunes with experienced guides.

09:30

Desert Hike

Walk 15 km across the dunes with experienced guides.

14:00

Midday Rest

Lunch break at a new camp + journaling and rest time.

14:00

Midday Rest

Lunch break at a new camp + journaling and rest time.

17:00

Restorative Afternoon

Gentle movement class focusing on mobility, recovery, and stretching.

17:00

Restorative Afternoon

Gentle movement class focusing on mobility, recovery, and stretching.

18:30

Sunset Magic

Play in the sand, dance with the wind, or find your quiet as the sun slips behind the Sahara.

18:30

Sunset Magic

Play in the sand, dance with the wind, or find your quiet as the sun slips behind the Sahara.

19:30

Evening by the Fire

Dinner is served under a blanket of stars, accompanied with live music by the guides.

19:30

Evening by the Fire

Dinner is served under a blanket of stars, accompanied with live music by the guides.

21:30

Night under the Stars

Stargazing and option to sleep under the stars outside.

21:30

Night under the Stars

Stargazing and option to sleep under the stars outside.

From Sunrise to Starlight

As stars appear, firelight and music carry you into Moroccan tradition.

PICTURES FROM LAST TRIP

Impressions of your dream retreat.

8 - 15th and 21 - 28th March 2026

What's included

Accomodation

2 nights in a boutique riad in Marrakesh (shared room, upgrade available)

2 nights in a boutique riad in Marrakesh (shared room, upgrade available)

2 nights in a boutique riad in Marrakesh (shared room, upgrade available)

5 nights in authentic Berber desert tents

5 nights in authentic Berber desert tents

5 nights in authentic Berber desert tents

Guided trek

5-day guided trek (~15 km/day)

5-day guided trek (~15 km/day)

5-day guided trek (~15 km/day)

Camels carry your backpack

Camels carry your backpack

Camels carry your backpack

Movement

3 energising morning Pilates classes

3 energising morning Pilates classes

3 energising morning Pilates classes

Evening practise focused on meditation, stretching, mobility and restorative movement

Evening practise focused on meditation, stretching, mobility and restorative movement

Evening practise focused on meditation, stretching, mobility and restorative movement

Sports accessories

Sports accessories

Sports accessories

Moroccan Cuisine

3 nourishing local meals per day + snacks during trek

3 nourishing local meals per day + snacks during trek

3 nourishing local meals per day + snacks during trek

2 breakfasts in Marrakesh

2 breakfasts in Marrakesh

2 breakfasts in Marrakesh

All meals are vegetarian- or vegan-friendly

All meals are vegetarian- or vegan-friendly

All meals are vegetarian- or vegan-friendly

Night Programme

Enjoy evening campfires with local teas

Enjoy evening campfires with local teas

Enjoy evening campfires with local teas

Stargazing, with the option to sleep outside under the stars

Stargazing, with the option to sleep outside under the stars

Stargazing, with the option to sleep outside under the stars

Transport

All in-country transport with a dedicated support team

All in-country transport with a dedicated support team

All in-country transport with a dedicated support team

Bonus: private WhatsApp group, full travel guide, and questions for a personal journal.

What's not included

  • Flights to and from Morocco

  • Travel insurance (mandatory)

  • Personal expenses & souvenirs

  • Tips for the guides

  • Dinner in Marrakesh

  • Optional extras
    ( private photoshoot)

  • Sleeping bag (please bring your own)

Join us on the trip to Morocco

early bird deal!

Book before December 1st and save €150!

Embark on an adventure of love and guidance, where movement becomes medicine and you leave feeling lighter, stronger, and deeply nurtured.

A complete retreat package for:

€1297,

€1147,-

for our early birds

Secure your spot now with a deposit. The remaining balance can be paid in installments; we’ll discuss a plan that works best for you.

early bird deal!

Book before December 1st and save €150!

Book before December 1st and save €150!

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Meet your Sahara Dream Team

Teacher both weeks

Lara Beusenberg

Pilates and barre

Teacher (8–15 March)

Matilde Bonanni

Pilates and yoga

Teacher (21-28 March)

Teresa Santos

Pilates and somatic therapist

PHOTOGRAPHER BOTH WEEKS

Linde

Group Photos & Portraits

Teacher both weeks

Lara Beusenberg

Pilates and barre

Teacher (8–15 March)

Matilde Bonanni

Pilates and yoga

Teacher (21-28 March)

Teresa Santos

Pilates and somatic therapist

PHOTOGRAPHER BOTH WEEKS

Linde

Group Photos & Portraits

Teacher both weeks

Lara Beusenberg

Pilates and barre

Teacher (8–15 March)

Matilde Bonanni

Pilates and yoga

Teacher (21-28 March)

Teresa Santos

Pilates and somatic therapist

PHOTOGRAPHER BOTH WEEKS

Linde

Group Photos & Portraits

FROM THE GUEST BOOK

Testimonials

“The kind guides led us deep into the desert, where I felt one with nature again. Living with the sunrise and sunset, sleeping under the stars, and finding beautiful fossils made it an unforgettable experience.”

Louise Klinkhamer

“The kind guides led us deep into the desert, where I felt one with nature again. Living with the sunrise and sunset, sleeping under the stars, and finding beautiful fossils made it an unforgettable experience.”

Louise Klinkhamer

“The kind guides led us deep into the desert, where I felt one with nature again. Living with the sunrise and sunset, sleeping under the stars, and finding beautiful fossils made it an unforgettable experience.”

Louise Klinkhamer

“My week in the Sahara was unforgettable! Sunrise Pilates woke up muscles I never felt before. My favorite moment? Sharing Moroccan breakfast together on the red dunes.”

Renna Elfrink

“My week in the Sahara was unforgettable! Sunrise Pilates woke up muscles I never felt before. My favorite moment? Sharing Moroccan breakfast together on the red dunes.”

Renna Elfrink

“My week in the Sahara was unforgettable! Sunrise Pilates woke up muscles I never felt before. My favorite moment? Sharing Moroccan breakfast together on the red dunes.”

Renna Elfrink

SAHARA RETREAT

Reserve your spot

  1. Fill out the form

  2. You will receive an email with more information about the payment options.

  3. Secure your spot with a non-refundable deposit (€300), or pay the full amount right away.

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