Although the cities of Morocco, especially its historical centers or medinas, are characterized by hustle and bustle, in this country there is also room for spirituality in peaceful environments. In this post we review the best destinations for yoga and meditation trips in Morocco, which our agency can organize for you.
Sahara Dunes
If we think of an idyllic place to practice activities related to spirituality, the first image that comes to mind are the dunes of a desert. For this reason, yoga and meditation trips in Morocco have here an unavoidable destination. For its stillness, its light, its silence, its immensity. It is here that the human being can understand the greatness of the world in which he lives, and consequently seek harmony to live in it.
The presence of man is residual here, and the Berber tents (jaimas) as well as the Kasbah-hotels are perfectly integrated into their environment. There are three dune fields in Morocco: Erg Chebbi, Erg Chegaga and Erg Ouzina, where you can enjoy peace without giving up the comforts offered by these traditional luxury accommodations.
Desert Hamadas
Although the dunes represent the most iconic landscape of the Sahara, the truth is that in Morocco they represent a very small percentage of the territory, compared to the majority: the hamadas, that is, the desert of stone, dust and coarser sand, more typical of a lunar landscape than earthly. And there are millions of km2 of this type of desert in the south of the country, with truly inspiring places such as the Agafay desert, near Marrakech.
Atlas Mountains and valleys
To the surprise of many, Morocco is a very mountainous country. And in its mountain ranges there are both fertile valleys and imposing peaks. Therefore, yoga and meditation trips in Morocco can find their place in cool and humid environments, especially those located on the northern slopes, but also on high peaks from which to enjoy spectacular views. The valleys of Ourika and Asni are good examples, as well as the surroundings of the port of Tizi n’Tichka, all near Marrakech.
Unspoiled beaches in the south
One of the aspects that help to create a perfect atmosphere for meditation is the virginity of the landscape: if the hand of man is not visible in the form of constructions, the activity will gain a lot of importance. And that is precisely what happens along miles and miles of coastline in the southern sector of the Moroccan Atlantic. In some cases, with the most suggestive sandy beaches, such as those of Legzira beach, near Sidi Ifni. In other cases, in rocky cliffs, whipped by the impetus of the wind and the waves, in the surroundings of the city of Essaouira, for example. In both cases, the sound of the breeze, which changes in intensity depending on the moment, will be the best soundtrack for a journey aimed at achieving inner peace.
And many other destinations
Actually, this is just a small sample of places suitable for a yoga and meditation trip in Morocco. But if you have other suggestions, whether you are the teacher organizing the activity or for any other reason, do not hesitate to contact Chic Morocco. We have experience in organizing vacation packages whose main objective is to travel to the inside of oneself, and that contributes to landscapes like the ones indicated here and with access to the many hammams that exist in the country, for example.
