1001 Nights – Horseback Riding & Yoga in Morocco

Have you always wanted to gallop through a foreign land like Lawrence of Arabia? To sleep in a tent under the North African starry sky? And combine all of this with yoga? Then this retreat is perfect for you.

We’ll meet in Marrakech and travel together to Essaouira, where we’ll begin our four-day trail ride. We’ll ride along the Atlantic Ocean for four days and enjoy kilometers of galloping along the coast. In the morning or evening, we’ll practice...

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Program

Day 1

We’ll travel to Marrakech on our own and begin our retreat with a group dinner at Riad Snan 13. There, we’ll get to know each other, soak up the magic of our new surroundings, and look forward to seeing more of this wonderful foreign country. Tired from the trip and the delicious dinner, we’ll finally fall into bed in our cozy rooms and look forward to tomorrow.

Individual Arrival 6:00 p.m. Welcome & Group Dinner

Day 5

Nothing gold can stay. Our final day on horseback has arrived. After our morning yoga session and a delicious breakfast, we ride along the Atlantic coast towards the stables. One last time, you can look forward to exhilarating stretches of cantering, dunes and sandy beaches before arriving in Essaouira in the afternoon.

Now you’ve earned yourself a particularly beautiful hotel: Villa Maroc, a stunning riad in the Medina of Essaouira. From the rooftop terrace, we’ll enjoy a sunset drink before ending the day with a delicious dinner.

8:00 am Tea & fruit
8:15 am Yoga
9:30 am Breakfast
10:30 am Departure on horseback
4:00 pm Arrival at the stables
5:00 pm Transfer to the hotel
7:00 pm Sunset drink
8:00 pm Dinner

Day 7

After six eventful days filled with unforgettable experiences and wonderful moments together, it’s time to say goodbye. After breakfast, you’ll begin your journey home – unless you’re staying a little longer in Morocco and heading off to your next destination.

We’ll all leave with unique and unforgettable memories to carry with us on the journey home!

Individual breakfast & departure

Horse Riding

They say that happiness lies in the back of a horse. What could be more beautiful than exploring a country from horseback? In Arab countries, it is customary to ride stallions exclusively, and Morocco is no exception. Equi Evasion is a professional and exemplary riding stable, and the horses are well-balanced and easy to ride. Nevertheless, they are stallions with plenty of temperament. Very good riding skills are therefore required for this retreat.

If you are confident handling a spirited horse in any situation, have the stamina for four days of riding, and are fit enough for long stretches of cantering and galloping, then this retreat will truly be heaven on earth for you.

This retreat is suitable for riders from Level 5 onwards: Advanced.

Riding time per day: approx. 2–5.5 hours
Most of the horses at Equi Evasion are Arab-Berber crosses, with a height of approximately 145–160 cm at the withers.
Maximum rider weight: 80 kg
Helmets are mandatory.

Luggage Transport

Your luggage (suitcase, backpack or bag) will be transported by car by Equi Evasion.

For the riding tour, you’ll be provided with a saddlebag where you can store everything you need for the day, including your picnic, water, clothing, sun protection and small personal items.

Your Guide

Your Guide & Yoga Teacher: Alissa

My name is Alissa. Horses have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Since childhood, riding has been a constant part of my everyday life, shaping me not only as a rider but also as a person. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience and developed a deep understanding of horses, as well as a calm, confident and conscious approach to riding.

What fascinates me most is the connection between horse, human and nature – the feeling of travelling together, stripping life back to what truly matters and being fully present in the moment. These experiences have repeatedly led me to special places around the world. My experience guiding trail rides and working intensively with horses in a variety of environments has further deepened my connection to horses, nature and mindful travel.

For me, yoga is the perfect complement to riding. Both practices cultivate presence, body awareness, clarity and inner calm. In my classes, I combine dynamic Vinyasa flows with gentle, restorative sequences. This creates a balanced practice that develops strength, stability and flexibility while also encouraging relaxation and a subtle awareness of the body – with a particular focus on the needs of riders.

During the Riding & Yoga Retreats, I accompany you as both your riding and yoga guide. This creates a holistic experience that invites you to rediscover yourself through movement and stillness – in connection with the horses, nature and a clear, mindful presence.

Food

During the retreat, we’ll enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine. Vegetarian options are available at every meal. We’re happy to accommodate your personal dietary preferences and requirements as much as possible, but we need to know about them before the retreat.

Accommodation

Marrakech – Riad Snan 13

In Marrakech, we’ll stay at the stylish Riad Snan 13, a little gem nestled in the heart of the Medina (old town). All elegantly furnished rooms overlook a charming inner courtyard with a pool and lounge area. From the rooftop terrace, complete with sun loungers, you can enjoy beautiful views across the Medina.

Rooms - Riad Snan 13

Camping During the Horse Trek

During the horse trek, we’ll stay each night in traditional Berber tents. They are equipped with mattresses, pillows and blankets and can accommodate four to six people.

In addition, we have five smaller tents that you can book for yourself or share with your companion. If you have booked a single room, you will automatically have a private tent as well. These tents are 1.8 m high, 2 m wide and 2.5 m long, and are also equipped with mattresses, pillows and blankets.

There is a toilet tent, but no showers are available. Instead, we’ll have a breathtaking starry sky above us. And who knows – perhaps a curious camel or two might even stop by the horses in the evening…

Essaouira – Villa Maroc

To round off our retreat, we’ll treat ourselves to a truly unforgettable stay at Villa Maroc. The rooms are beautifully decorated in traditional Moroccan style and feature either a shower or a bathtub.

The highlight is the stunning rooftop terrace overlooking the Atlantic, where we’ll also enjoy breakfast. The hotel also has a traditional hammam offering a range of treatments and massages.

Insurance & Terms and Conditions

Your place on the retreat is definitively reserved once we have received a deposit of CHF 900 or €900. In the event that you cancel your participation, this deposit is non-refundable unless we find another participant who takes your place under the same conditions. In this case, we will either credit the full amount to you (valid for 10 years) or refund it minus a CHF 100 administration fee.

The remaining balance is due no later than six months before the start of the retreat. The General Terms and Conditions of Reiten & Yoga apply.

We recommend taking out travel cancellation insurance, which may cover the cancellation fees you are contractually liable for in the event of cancellation. If you do not already have travel cancellation insurance, we recommend the one offered by Allianz. You can use it to insure any retreat. You can find all the information about this insurance here.

Price

CHF 2,200 per person for 7 days / 6 nights in a single room and private tent (shared room in the guesthouse on the second night of the trek)
CHF 1,890 per person for 7 days / 6 nights in a double room

+ CHF 50 for a private tent (first and third nights at the camp; guesthouse on the second night)
+ CHF 30 / person for a shared tent (first and third nights at the camp; guesthouse on the second night)

You can also pay in euros (€).

Registration

1. Fill out the form below completely.

2. Click “SUBMIT”.

3. You will then receive an email with information about the deposit. If you haven’t received an email, please check your spam folder. If you can’t find it there either, please contact us at . Your place will be reserved for you for 7 days after registration.

4. We check all deposits every Wednesday. Once we have received your deposit, we will contact you with all further information. If we do not receive your deposit within 7 days of registration, we will release the place again.

Waiting List

If the retreat is already fully booked, you will see “Waiting List” next to the date. To join the waiting list, simply fill out and submit the registration form. You will then receive an email confirming that the retreat is fully booked and that you have been added to the waiting list.

If a place becomes available, we will contact you immediately. Unfortunately, we cannot predict in advance whether or when a place will become available.

Do you have any questions? We’re happy to help: hello@reitenundyoga.ch

Registration Form

The retreat takes place in all weather conditions and with a minimum of four participants. In the event of very bad weather, the route may need to be changed.

Your place on the retreat is definitively reserved once we have received a deposit of CHF 900 or €900. This deposit is non-refundable in the event of cancellation. The remaining balance is due no later than three months before the start of the retreat. The General Terms and Conditions of Reiten & Yoga apply: www.reitenundyoga.ch/agb

We recommend taking out travel cancellation insurance, which may cover the cancellation fees you are contractually liable for in the event of cancellation.