Welcome to La Vida Surf’s yoga, meditation, and nature retreat in mystical Morocco - transformative experiences for everyone regardless of previous practice. Discover a perfect platform to reconnect with your body and empower your mind. Enjoy a unique week of yoga, meditation, journaling, and breathing workshops; immerse in vibrant Moroccan nature and culture; and nourish your body with healthy organic meals. Unwind at the boutique Villa Dar Shajara nestled in a UNESCO biosphere reserve and overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Atlas Mountains. La Vida Surf invites you to experience what they are passionate about and have cultivated carefully within themselves over years of practice.
La Vida Surf was founded for the cultivation of well-being, adventures in breathtaking nature, self-reflection, and -development.
We celebrate life on earth through long-lasting friendships, empathy, and adventures in nature.
07:30 Wake up Moroccan mint tea
08:00 Morning yoga practice
10:00 Healthy nutritious brunch buffet
12:00 Pranayama and breathing workshop / Free time
14:00 Signature smoothie of the day
14:30 Free time for hammam rituals, surf adventures, and exploration
17:30 Evening yoga practice
19:00 Organic tasty dinner buffet
20:00 Night time star gazing
20:30 Sacred silence.
Discover a perfect platform to reconnect with your body and empower your mind. Enjoy a unique week of yoga, meditation, and breathing workshops, immerse in vibrant Moroccan nature and culture, and nourish your body with healthy organic meals.
Discover serenity at the intimate Villa Dar Zitoon, a boutique retreat nestled near the World Heritage UNESCO-listed city of Essaouira.
La Vida Surf's founders have chosen this location for the outstanding nature and vibrant culture of Morocco, therefore it is natural for us to incorporate the unique combination of these elements into your retreat.
With La Vida Surf, you will enjoy both a relaxing wellness retreat and an active vacation, through practicing yoga, integrating with nature, and experiencing the highlights of Moroccan culture.
We follow the rhythm of nature with our retreat schedule adjusted according to the time of the year and weather conditions to provide you with the best experience possible.
AVAILABILITY
La Vida Surf retreats start on Sundays and we can organize affordable group transfers from and to Essaouira, Marrakech, and Agadir Airports and other locations around as needed.
Private taxi service is available for arrivals and departures outside of the retreat start dates upon request for an affordable additional cost.
If you are traveling around Morocco before or after the retreat, a private taxi service is also available in any other requested location.
La Vida Surf's founders have chosen this location for the outstanding nature and vibrant culture of Morocco, therefore it is natural for them to incorporate the unique combination of these elements into your retreat. With La Vida Surf, you will enjoy both a relaxing wellness retreat and an active vacation, through practicing daily yoga, integrating with nature and experiencing the highlights of Moroccan culture.
La Vida Surf's retreats are created for everyone regardless of previous experience. All they ask from you is an interest in self-reflection, transformation, and good times. They are not here to tell what you will feel but to provide a platform for self-development, peace of mind and body, as well as the tools necessary for You will begin your mornings with journaling and meditation, followed by a gentle flow, Vinyasa, or Hatha yoga class to open your body, mind, and spirit. Each class lasts 75-90 minutes and takes place at the rooftop yoga shala with a stunning view over the mountains and the ocean.
The classes follow a classical yoga protocol including pranayama (breathing), asana (seating or dynamic posture), and savasana (relaxation). Through the conscious coordination of the elements around and within yourself, you will find the balance for beginning a harmonious day. continuing your practice on your own once you return from the retreat.
At La Vida Surf, you will be served meals with a purpose. You will nourish your body with plant-powered breakfasts, lunches and dinners. You will eat healthy, fresh, and organic food handpicked from the nearby region and provided by local farmers. For one dinner we head out to Taghazout to enjoy together a meal by the sea. The dinner out is not included in the package, prices for meals start from 5 EUR.
Your menu will consist of delicious vegetarian and vegan meals, inspired by yogic and Moroccan cuisine, with private chefs adapting their recipes to your dietary requirements and allergies. If you follow a pescatarian diet, you will be catered to a fresh fish of the day from the local fishermen for one of your dinners.
The following meals are included:
The following drinks are included:
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and catered for:
Other dietary requirements on request
