The Location
This retreat will be the 27th retreat that I hold at this very special venue near Marrakech.
With all the retreat venues in the world, to go back somewhere, 27 times means that I believe this could very well be the perfect venue for retreats.
It’s using authentic materials, blending into the environment, there’s peacocks roaming around, at least 5 cats and several dogs. The atmosphere is so relaxed, the staff is amazing – the same staff for the past 14 years – that tells you something as well, and Françoise, the owner will do everything to make you feel at home.
Rooms are decorated with a nice sense of detail and you will have everything you need for a retreat.
There’s a massive pool, sunbeds, most rooms have a nice terrace, the showers work and the view on the High Atlas is just stunning.
Flights and Transfers
Transfers on the start and end date of the retreat, from and to the Marrakech, Menara (RAK) airport and Quaryati are included in the price of the silent retreat as we like you to fully relax and not worry about a thing, after your arrival at the airport.
The airport to fly into can be Marrakech-Menara (RAK)
From there, transfers will be arranged for you. You just show up at the airport, we do all the rest!
Depending on your country of departure, there will be different airlines available to fly into Morocco.
There is a direct flight these days from the US, straight into Marrakech!
In Europe; EasyJet, Iberia and Transavia usually offer very competitive rates, so please check on their website for fares from your country of departure.
For the departure day, there’s breakfast but no program as such is foreseen. The all inclusive program ends after breakfast. We end our classes on Tuesday evening.
Good to know! It takes between 1 and 2 hours to get out of the airport on arrival. And you will need at least two hours prior to departure for passport control and security checks. Afternoon departure flights are therefor advised, for your own comfort.
You can stay at Quaryati, before and after your retreat. Just shoot me an email to find out prices and availability.
There are no refunds or reductions if you decide to join later or leave the retreat earlier.
The Food
“With food we can share and communicate our emotions. It´s that mind-set of sharing that is really what you are eating.” – Buddhist chef Jeong Kwan
All meals will be balanced and, support you in every step of your journey this week
Lovely food is part of the yoga retreat experience. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all included during this retreat.
The cuisine in Morocco is absolutely delicious. Using fresh ingredients from the on-site organic gardens or local markets.
We can cater for gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan; this is not part of the Moroccan culture so meals might be more simple than what you are used to. I have brought my own chefs in to train the local staff and I can now truly say that our retreats will bring you absolutely amazing food!
During this week, you can taste many dishes that Morocco is famous for. From the typical tajines to harera soup!
All freshly made, with care and attention.
If you have an allergy to a particular ingredient, let us know, and a separate dish will be made for you.
No alcohol is served during the week at our shared lunches and dinners and we would appreciate if you do not bring your own wine to consume at the dinner table.
To find out more or book your place...
Please contact Rachel at rb@revealingvajra.com if you would like to ask any questions about this retreat or how to book and pay for your place, she will be more than happy to get back to you!
You can also book and pay securely online here. Payments via Paypal, Credit Card or Bank Transfer
Your Host during this silence retreat
Rachel Bonkink
Before I founded Revealing Vajra, I built on a strong corporate career. At a certain point, managing huge international teams in three different continents as a COO. This unique combination – a deep understanding of corporate life alongside a vast experience of mind-body trainings and retreats – gives my holidays a very POWERFUL edge.
In the past fourteen years, I have followed many yoga teacher trainings, meditation trainings and silent retreats, usually 2 to 3 per year. My very first yoga training was in India, in Rishikesh, a simple standard 200 hours on Hatha and Ashtanga. After that, I added about 800 more hours of yoga training 🙂
20 years ago, I studied Traditional Chinese Medecine in the Netherlands which still influences my yin yoga classes.
I am grateful for studying in person with truly amazing yoga teachers such as Paul Grilley, Sarah Powers and Bernie Clark. Meditation teachers that I am truly grateful for are lama Alan Wallace, Rick Hanson, Jack Kornfield and many others.
You can read a little more about me here….
Booking and Cancellation Policy
You can secure your booking with a 500 Euro non-refundable deposit.
Both the venue and myself are small business owners so we do not make any exceptions on the non-refundable deposit policy, no exceptions, sorry.
You can not transfer the deposit to another retreat. No exceptions.
There are no partial refunds for late arrivals or if you need to leave the retreat early.
The remaining amount is due 4 weeks before the start date of the retreat.
In the event Revealing Vajra needs to cancel this retreat because of government regulations, or simply not being able to have the retreat in Morocco for whatever reason, in this case, there are 2 options:
1. You agree with simply moving your booking to a new date.
2. You prefer a refund, Revealing Vajra refunds you what you paid, minus the deposit of 500 Euros.
In the event that you need to cancel the retreat, less than 4 weeks before the start date of the retreat: There is no Refund.
We strongly encourage you to take a travel insurance to cover the costs of possible cancellation or illness.
Flights are not covered and not included in your retreat price.
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OUR PROMISE TO YOU
I will guide you every step of the way with advice, guidelines and a schedule to hold on to.
Familiarise yourself with silence and learning how to “sit and meditate”.
You will get more insight in your mental landscape and guidelines on how to get a grip on your emotions.
You will learn how to go ‘deeper’ in your meditation.
The meals will support your practise every step of the way.
After one week, you will feel fully recharged to step back into the world.
You came to the right place if you are looking for some quiet time in a world full of noise.
