2025
WELLNESS RETREAT
A Soulful Moroccan Beachfront Wellness Retreat; Reconnect, Reinspire & Revitalize
A retreat designed for you…
When the weight of the world feels heavy, change your story… honor your needs and return to a state of bliss & belonging. Open your eyes to the beauty that the world has to offer, stand in your power, and show up to your life differently.
This experience is yours to shape–curated with a thoughtful balance of wellness, cultural immersion, and adventure. Whether you’re seeking deep connection, relaxation, creative exploration, personal healing, or exhilarating experiences, our retreat offers a space to nourish your body, mind, and spirit. *Scroll down for the activities & itinerary.
You can expect to leave feeling:
-Refreshed and restored
-Inspired and deeply connected
-Full of the magic of Morocco
Your soulful beachfront…
This beautiful villa fits 10 guests with 5 bedrooms, 5 beds & 5 baths
8min walk from the beach
In the heart of Essaouira, perfect for exploring the city
Heated pool for moments of relaxation
Easy taxi transportation
Wifi
Beautiful breakfast & dinner by the house chef
Security cameras for safety
*Family & friends will need to share a room, finding a place with separate bedrooms for everyone is very difficult here but there is a lot of additional indoor/outdoor shared spaces to relax as well.
Retreat Activities & Add-Ons
Workshops and excursions included in this retreat:
Daily somatic experiencing sessions guided by your host
Yoga classes on the beach
Day trip to an Argon tree farm and women operated Argon Oil Co-op
Traditional Moroccan cooking class
Sunset camel ride on the beach
Each day you will be given free time to explore the beach or city. If you’d like to enjoy additional excursions and workshops with help scheduling and booking, add one or two choices below that I will arrange for you. *Some of these artisans/vendors do require a minimum amount of sign ups, so you may want to sign up with a friend! (In descriptions below). You will also be responsible for transportation to these activities, but many places are walking distance and taxi’s are readily available.
Have loads of fun with a local professional bellydancer!
*2 person minimum // 1 hour class
*The Instructor will come to the retreat villa to teach the class
Hasina’s approach to teaching belly dancing is deeply influenced by her mother who was a respected Academic, Teacher of twenty years, Aromatherapist, Reflexologist, and Reiki Master. An inspirational woman of many talents. “Mum’s holistic approach to life – the way it encompasses health, fitness, mindfulness, healing, and spirituality – has profoundly informed my own”, she explains; ‘When I dance, I can feel my heart synchronize with the beat of the drum; my soul reaching out to the world’’. Warm, nurturing and attentive to all her students, she teaches them to follow both her and her mother’s example.
20-30 minute Traditional steam bath or “Turkish” bath or 1hr massage.
Local spa also includes facials, manicures & pedicures, and henna tattoos. Please specify with your host which service you would like to include. Cassandra will share the full menu with you to choose from. Reach out via email at: cassandragrayce@gmail.com or (716) 803-3300.
Essaouira is one of the best surf destinations in morocco to learn and practice Surf. waves for every level all year round. Free villa pick up to the beach with the best daily conditions according to the daily weather and waves forecast. You´ll have a Moroccan tea before starting the 2 hour surfing lesson with a true local and certified instructor. The surfboard and the wetsuit are included. Lessons for all levels from beginners to advanced people.
3 hour class
This workshop is a total immersion into the world of Berber weaving, supervised by local women artisans and a master weaver. Unlike simple demonstrations, you will practice weaving yourself a small piece to take home on a traditional loom, using hand-spun wool and discovering symbolic Berber motifs.
You will share Moroccan tea with local pastries while exchanging with the artisans and discovering their essential role in preserving this ancestral art. They will provide traditional jellaba and caftan outfits to wear to fully embrace the culture, and take pictures of your experience.
*By booking this workshop, you directly support the cooperative and the empowerment of women artisans in Morocco.
DAY 1-2: ARRIVAL & GENTLE TRANSITIONS
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be enveloped in the warmth of Moroccan hospitality. Our shuttle will transport you from Marrakech International Airport to our oceanfront retreat, where you’ll settle into the luxurious surroundings of our beachside villa.
• Unwind with a welcome drink infused with local flavors and relax into the soothing ambiance of your private seaside escape.
• Set your intentions during a sunset gathering, where we’ll connect as a group and prepare for the journey ahead.
• Indulge in a chef-prepared Moroccan feast, featuring fresh seafood, locally sourced produce, and fragrant spices.
• Begin your mornings with sunrise yoga or meditation on the beach, awakening the senses in harmony with the natural world.
Personalized Experiences to Choose From:
• Relax by the infinity pool or stroll along the private beach, embracing the stillness of the ocean.
• Handcraft a unique Moroccan keepsake in an artisan-led pottery, weaving, or jewelry-making workshop.
• Schedule a private massage, Reiki, or sound healing session to melt away stress.
• Take a walk along the coastline, absorbing the beauty of the landscape.
Itinerary For The Week
DAY 3-4: MOVEMENT, EXPRESSION & ADVENTURE
These days are about deepening your connection to your body and exploring the magic of the Moroccan coast.
• Start the day with breathwork, somatic healing, and guided movement practices designed to release tension and restore balance.
Tour the nearby Argon forest and women-operated co-op and see the process of Argon from tree to product.
• Feel the joy of movement with an ecstatic dance session or a fun-filled belly dancing class.
• Explore the natural beauty of the region with guided excursions or take time for personal reflection.
Choose Your Own Adventure:
• Surf the Atlantic waves with a private or group lesson.
• Glide down the golden sand dunes on a sand-boarding experience.
• Discover the charming fishing village, famous for its fresh seafood and colorful markets.
• Indulge in a traditional Moroccan hammam spa treatment, a centuries-old purification ritual.
• Ride horseback along the beach at sunset, feeling the connection between nature and movement.
DAY 5-6: NATURE, CULINARY ART & CULTURAL IMMERSION
These days are dedicated to the senses—through taste, touch, and deep presence.
• Begin with a deeply soothing sound bath on the beach, allowing the vibrations to guide you into a meditative state.
• Visit a local market and handpick fresh ingredients for an interactive Moroccan cooking class led by a master chef.
• Saddle up for a sunset camel ride, a timeless Moroccan experience that transports you through rolling dunes or along the shoreline.
Evening Activities:
• Henna body art session, a traditional blessing and symbol of celebration.
• Cacao ceremony, opening the heart and setting deeper intentions.
DAY 7-8: REFLECTION, CELEBRATION & FAREWELL
As our journey together comes to a close, we take time to reflect, integrate, and celebrate the experience.
• Join a self-love and gratitude circle, embracing the personal growth and connections formed throughout the retreat.
• Gather in the kitchen for our final family dinner and participate in the art of preparing traditional Moroccan dishes such as tagine, zaalouk, and freshly baked bread.
• Enjoy a slow morning to breathe, journal, or soak in the last bit of tranquility before departure.
• Our shuttle transportation will return you to Marrakech International Airport, or we can assist in coordinating travel to your next destination.
FAQs
If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to your host at: cassandragrayce@gmail.com
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Shuttle service to & from airport
Daily breakfast & dinner
Snacks & tea
Some workshops & excursions provided
Option to receive help in researching flights
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Itinerary is subject to change given the group size and common interests.
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Booking is Refundable 100% before July 1st 2025, 75% before August 1st ‘25, 50% before Sept 1st ‘25, Non-Refundable after Sept 1st ‘25. (Applies to Nov ‘25 Tour)
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Wifi is available at the retreat villa.
Tipping is not required but greatly appreciated if you enjoy your trip & guides, our tours strive to provide the most available activities and stops, while maintaining trip prices 30-40% below other companies in country.
You will receive an email shortly after booking with more information about the trip activities and stays.