Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Morocco – March 22–29, 2026

The Clarity Experience

There are moments when life is actually going well, and still something quietly asks for attention.

Not because anything is broken.
Not because something is missing.
But because the way you are living no longer feels precise.

Responsibilities are carried. Decisions are made. From the outside, everything functions.
And that is exactly why clarity gets postponed.

Not dramatically.
But slowly.

Attention scatters. Energy spreads thin. What matters most becomes less distinct.

The Clarity Experience exists for that moment.

Before postponement turns into habit.
Before knowing and acting drift too far apart.

This week creates the conditions in which body and mind can settle without losing sharpness or direction. Through embodied practice, stillness and thoughtful rhythm, clarity begins to take shape.

From that place, decisions simplify.
Direction becomes less forced.
And what truly matters is easier to recognise.

This is not about fixing yourself or changing who you are.
It is about restoring the conditions in which clarity can emerge, and learning how to work from that clarity in everyday life.

Why this retreat

Many retreats are designed as an escape from life.
This one is designed as a return to it, with greater clarity.

The Clarity Experience is not built around improvement, performance or transformation.
It is built around creating the inner conditions in which clarity naturally arises.

Clarity does not come from thinking harder or doing more.
It emerges when the body is settled, attention is present, and there is enough space to listen honestly.

This retreat creates that space.

Through embodied practice, stillness and an unforced rhythm, mental noise quiets and perspective sharpens. Not dramatically, but reliably. From there, it becomes easier to see what matters, what no longer fits, and what asks for action.

Nothing is imposed.
Participation is always a choice.

But this is not a passive week.

What becomes clear here has consequences once you return home.

This retreat is for those who are willing to take that clarity seriously.

Alyssa Baskam

This trip was restful, active, instructive, playful, spiritual and – not an exaggeration to say- life-changing. From the second I booked, I felt so at ease – Rachel Bonkink’s communication about trip logistics and airport transfers was so clear it left me with zero stress even as a first time traveler to Morocco, and a single female traveler at that. Rachel’s itinerary was so beautifully and thoughtfully planned out. Each day flowed with intention, combining a mix or rest, practise and mindfulness. Our yoga practise each day built on the day before, as did the themes and other activities set for us. Our excursions included knowledgeable guides and seamless transitions.
Rachel created such a safe and fun space for us all, I have not laughed so much and so hard in years! Whether you are new to the practise of yoga, simply seeking restful but meaningful week away, or are looking to grow in your physical, mental or spiritual practise; these yoga retreats will have something for you. I cannot wait to attend another of Rachel’s retreats! Do not hesitate, just book it!
Alyssa Baskam, corporate lawyer (USA)

How I work

During this retreat in Morocco you will experience a range of styles and several techniques for meditation. We begin gently with Hatha, Yin, Yin Yang and Restorative practices. One session focuses on alignment, another on Kundalini yoga. Across the week you will enjoy more than twenty hours of guided practice, yet the hours or postures are never the main goal. The real focus is how you feel in class and how easily you can bring stillness into body and mind.

All Levels are welcome

Whether you are new to yoga, experienced, or even working with an injury, you will be able to join safely. I adjust every posture so that it suits your body. Flexibility is not required, curiosity is. Some classes may feel powerful and deeply inspiring if you are used to fast paced Vinyasa, while others will invite you to slow down completely.

My teaching reflects my outlook on life: light, accessible and deeply human. Yoga should never feel like another performance or deadline. Expect a safe atmosphere with room for laughter, connection and presence.
I guide with clarity and attentiveness, and I do not soften what needs to be seen.

Teachers and influences

Breathing practices, meditation and yoga philosophy are woven naturally into every class. My own path began more than fifteen years ago with Ashtanga and Iyengar before I studied with many of the leading yin yoga teachers worldwide. I trained personally with Paul Grilley, Sarah Powers, Bernie Clark and others, and I continue to deepen my meditation practice with teachers such as Alan Wallace, Jack Kornfield and Rick Hanson.

This retreat is designed as an all inclusive yoga retreat where you feel fully supported. I am happy to discuss your expectations and to answer any questions you may have. Reach out by email at rb@revealingvajra.com or by phone on +32 476 204 121.

Who this retreat is for

People with full lives and real responsibility

This retreat is for people who are used to standing on their own feet. Many guests are leaders, entrepreneurs or professionals in demanding roles, coming primarily from the United States, the United Kingdom and Western Europe. What they share is not age or background, but a similar rhythm of life and a capacity for reflection.

People in a phase where life asks for clarity

Participants are often at a point where life is already full, yet something calls for recalibration. Careers are underway, responsibilities are real, and decisions matter. This retreat attracts adults who value depth, thoughtful conversation and an honest look at how they want to live and work next.

Those who want depth without intensity

Many guests feel drawn to yoga and meditation, yet have little interest in pushing, striving or fixing themselves. They appreciate a grounded approach that respects the body, the mind and the complexity of real life. Experience is welcome, but never required.

Solo travellers who want to feel at ease

Most participants arrive on their own. The atmosphere is warm and open, without forced sharing or expectations. The group naturally forms around mutual respect, humour and curiosity, making it easy to feel at home, whatever your background.

This retreat is not for those looking for distraction, constant entertainment or a passive week of wellness. It is for people who are willing to engage honestly with what becomes clear.

Practical Details

Dates
March 22–29, 2026
(An additional edition takes place October 17–24, 2026)

Location
Near Marrakech, Morocco

Group size
Maximum fifteen participants

Price
Shared room €1850
Private room €2150
Suite (single occupancy) €2450

What is included
This is a fully inclusive retreat. Accommodation, meals, daily yoga and meditation practice, airport transfers, excursions, hammam and massage are included in the price.

Booking
Your place is secured with a non-refundable deposit of €500. The remaining balance is due four weeks before the start of the retreat.

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

What is included

Accommodation and meals

Stay in a beautiful retreat venue near Marrakech, surrounded by peace and Moroccan charm. Your room is comfortable and spacious, with everything you need to relax. Every meal is freshly prepared with local ingredients, nourishing and delicious, giving you the real taste of Morocco.

Yoga and meditation program

Daily sessions of yoga and meditation are available for all levels. You can join as much or as little as you like. Classes are taught in a clear, accessible way. Grounded, professional and free from unnecessary rules or pressure. This is practice that feels light, supportive and deeply effective.

Transfers and excursions

From the moment you land at Marrakech Menara Airport, everything is taken care of. Airport transfers are included, as well as carefully selected excursions that let you experience authentic Morocco without stress. You simply arrive, and the rest is arranged for you.

Extras that make a difference

Small details are what make this retreat effortless. From yoga mats ready for you, a hammam and a massage and a mindset coaching session, everything is designed so you can focus on only one thing: yourself

Linda Neijhoft
Third time with Rachel and there will be more retreats for sure!
This retreat was all about working on my Inner Self with all kinds of yoga, mindfulness and meditation.
Lovely treatments from wonderful energy workers and the coaching: it was a beautiful experience.
There was a lot of laughter and respect within a group of likeminded souls.
And I have to mention the food of course, prepared with so much attention and love.
I am going home, filled with happiness!
Linda Neijhoft, yoga teacher (NL)

Frequently asked questions

Is this retreat suitable for beginners

Yes. All yoga and meditation sessions are open to every level. You can join as much or as little as you want. The focus is on creating a safe and supportive environment rather than on achieving perfect poses.

Do I have to join every class

No. This retreat is about freedom. You decide how much you want to participate. Some guests love starting every morning with yoga, others choose to rest or take time by the pool. Both are completely fine.

What is included in the price

The retreat is fully inclusive. Your accommodation, all meals, yoga and meditation sessions, airport transfers and selected excursions are covered. From the moment you arrive everything is arranged so you can let go and enjoy.

How many people will join

We keep the group small and intimate with a maximum of fifteen participants. You can expect an international mix of professionals from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland and Luxembourg.

How do I get there

You fly into Marrakech Menara Airport. From there your transfer to the retreat center is included. Once you land, everything is taken care of so your retreat starts effortlessly.

Can I come alone

Absolutely. Many participants come on their own and quickly feel at home. The group is warm and welcoming and friendships often last long after the retreat.

What makes this retreat different

I lived in Morocco for four years and have organised more than fifty retreats here. With my corporate background I understand what professionals need. Combined with my training and experience, this retreat is designed to feel luxurious, authentic and effortless.

One of the best ways to relax and recharge in a beautiful setting.
No matter what level of yoga your practise is, Rachel will work with you to get the best out of every class for you.
The trips into Marrakech and the High Atlas Mountains were both fascinating. It gives you enough of a glimpse of the country to make you want to come back!
Sharon Ackroyd (UK)

 

 

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

Rachel Bonkink

I combine depth and ease to guide you toward stillness, connection and the kind of rest that changes how you live.

For more than ten years I have been teaching yoga and meditation and hosting retreats around the world. I have guided over a hundred retreats, many of them in Morocco where I also lived for four years. These years gave me a deep connection with the people, the culture and the rhythm of the country, which is why each retreat feels authentic and effortless.

Before founding Revealing Vajra I worked in demanding corporate roles, leading teams and managing heavy responsibilities. I know the pressure of real deadlines and constant performance. That experience allows me to understand professionals in a way that many teachers cannot. When you join me on retreat you know that I understand your world and can guide you safely into a different pace.

What truly sets my retreats apart is the way I hold space. I sense what a group needs and adapt with empathy and lightness. Sometimes that means silence, sometimes it means laughter, always it means creating a safe environment where you can relax and open up at your own rhythm.

These retreats are more than a holiday. They bring together luxury, authenticity and freedom in a way that feels both grounding and inspiring. Everything is taken care of so you can let go, recharge and take home tools and insights that last long beyond the retreat.

Join me in Morocco this March and experience for yourself how a yoga and meditation retreat near Marrakech can be both life changing and effortlessly enjoyable.

Marta Nunes
I loved the Revealing Vajra Retreat in Morocco!

It was a great mix of yoga and meditation in a beautiful setting.
I’m planning to repeat again very soon!

Dr Marta Nunes, Professor (FR), December 2024

Transportation

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 yoga retreat as we like you to fully relax and not worry about a thing anymore, 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, we have breakfast together and no program as such is foreseen. The all inclusive program ends after breakfast. We end our classes on Friday 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.

What to bring

Part of the anticipation and enjoyment of the trip is considering what you are going to be doing and planning and packing. This includes happy anticipation and mindful preparation for the nice retreat you are going to participate in.

Main thing is not to worry, simply enjoy the preparations.
Don’t worry about wearing the same outfit more than once. This is a retreat where you do not need to dress to impress. Wear whatever feels comfortable. Don’t worry about forgetting an important item either, you’re going to Morocco, so practically anything can be bought for you, should this be necessary.
Before departure, we will send you a list of things to bring and things you can leave at home 🙂

Booking this Retreat: What to do next

Reserve your place

There are places left! 
It is your chance to step away from pressure and constant demands, to recharge under the Moroccan sun, and to return home with real calm and clarity.

Secure your place today and join an international group of professionals in a luxurious and effortless setting where everything is taken care of.

Prices include full board accommodation, transfers, all yoga lessons, 2 workshops, excursions, guided tours, walks, one full-length massage treatment and hamman per person.

1850 Euro per person for shared accommodation for one week
2150 Euro per person for private accommodation for one week
2450 Euro per person for private accommodation in a suite
1995 Euro per person to share a suite

You can book any flight that is convenient for you. 
Ideally, you arrive in the afternoon, there is an orientation at 7PM and dinner is around 8PM.

On the departure day, take into account a 35 minute drive to the airport and 3 hour waiting time at the airport. Therefore, very early departures are not advised, for your own comfort.

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.

 

Testimonials

On her retreats, Rachel creates a safe space where you can check in with yourself. The venues are always amazing, the food is glorious and the people she works with all radiate a loving vibe.
It usually doesn't take long to create a strong group bond with the other participants as well.
For me, the meditations and yoga classes are so powerful. With her calm, down-to-earth yet spiritual approach she always gets me in a more balanced state. What I love, is that humor and a cheeky comment are never far away: "Smile, it's only yoga!". On the other hand, you can expect some feelings and emotions to come up. It's not always easy. But you're doing the work and you can only be grateful for the loving and safe environment. There's no doubt you will go home feeling recharged, enlightened and more at ease in body, mind and speech.

Morocco, second Retreat with Revealing Vajra.

Kim Walckiers, Belgium

Quaryati is a beautiful place to have a retreat. Rachel teaches a variety of yoga and meditation, so there is something for everyone.
The food; in one word 'fantastic', even when you are vegan, as I am.
The trips that are organised are really great.
Rachel makes you feel at ease all the time, all I had to do was relax and enjoy, you can do as much or as little as you wish.

Morocco, second Retreat with Revealing Vajra

Lotte Jorgensen, Denmark

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OUR PROMISE TO YOU

Quick overview of what is included

  • 7 nights at Quaryati with wonderful views of the majestic Atlas Mountains
  • Airport Transfers from/to RAK, whatever time you arrive and depart, on the start and end date of the retreat
  • Transportation to/from day trips
  • 3 healthy meals a day, prepared with local ingredients
  • Drinks all day: water, fruit juices, tea, mint tea..
  • Day trip to the spectacular Atlas Mountains
  • Guided tour of the souks of Marrakech
  • Lunch in Marrakech at a really cool restaurant
  • Entrance fees for the Majorelle – Yves Saint Laurent garden and museums we visit together
  • Strolling on the world famous Djemaa El Fnaa Square
  • Daily meditation and yoga classes featuring different yoga styles (mats and all props are provided)
  • Use of estate premises (terraces, pool, etc.)
  • 1 full length massage
  • 1 typical hamman (steam bath) and scrubbing
  • 1 workshop: Manifestatio by Rachel Bonkink
  • Welcome gifts
  • Taxes
  • A wonderful group of likeminded people

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