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A Horse-Guided Odyssey Across Morocco

Important * A note on future Morocco dates:

Our Morocco retreat is taking a mindful pause.
We are thoughtfully reviewing our on-the-ground partnerships to ensure the best experience. When the right conditions are in place, we will announce the next date with full confidence.

Morocco, Ride Into Infinity Retreat

An Odyssey Across Kasbahs, Oases & the Golden Sands of Morocco’s Sahara

Travel through ancient Amazigh routes, palm oases, starlit deserts and timeless kasbahs on a transformative, horse-guided journey grounded in authenticity and ethical connection. Shaped by Abbas’s deep research and relationships with Amazigh horsemen, this odyssey offers a meaningful, soul-led experience.

For those who feel the call of the desert - riders, yogis and seekers -the landscapes of Ouarzazate, Aït Ben Haddou, Oued Noujoum, the Palmeraie, the Valley of Roses, the Dades Gorge, Erfoud, Merzouga and Gnaoua villages become guides on a return to self.

The Collaboration

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From the very beginning, there was a recognition - a sense that their paths were woven together, even if life would take them in different directions.

Terry and Abbas have always stayed in touch, sharing visions of what’s possible when horses, yoga, and nature come together.

Their work together is rooted in integrity, respect for the land, and an unwavering commitment to ethical horsemanship. As the idea of a Morocco retreat emerged, Abbas set out on an in-depth exploration of the country, spending weeks riding with Amazigh horsemen, meeting families who have lived with horses for generations, and seeking out partners who care for their animals with the same devotion that defines Kindred Spirits.

He travelled through kasbahs, oases, valleys, and remote desert routes, ensuring that every element of this retreat, from the horses to the landscapes to the cultural experiences, would be authentic, responsible, and rooted in real connection.

A Journey That Began on the Land

Before this retreat had a name, dates, or an itinerary, there was time spent listening.

This short film offers a glimpse into Abbas’ discovery journey through Morocco

The Gateway of Light & Silence

Morocco’s cinematic landscapes, ochre plains, hidden oases, ancient kasbahs and palm kingdoms shaped by time.

What You’ll Experience

Meet the noble Berber horses and learn the energetic Language of Horses

  • Ride at sunset across Ouarzazate’s vast plains

  • Journey by horseback to Aït Ben Haddou, sleeping inside the UNESCO kasbah under flickering candlelight

  • Cross the shimmering palm groves and turquoise waterfalls of Oued Noujoum Oasis

  • Discover the hidden Oasis of Fint, a green sanctuary embraced by mountains

Each day is anchored in yoga, pranayama and meditation that root you in presence, breath and inner alignment - so the journey becomes not only an exploration of land, but of spirit.

Ouarzazate

The Sahara

Journey Into the Sacred Sands

Morocco’s mythical desert — the glowing dunes of Merzouga, the Black Mountains, ancient fossil plains, desert villages and star-soaked nights.

What You’ll Experience

Begin in Erfoud, the gateway to the Sahara

  • Trek by horseback into the great dunes of Merzouga, riding waves of sand shaped by wind and time

  • Sleep in luxury desert camps under the Milky Way

  • Meditate at sunrise as the dunes turn gold and pink

  • Explore fossil fields and crystal plains by 4x4 expedition

  • Share traditional meals and music with the Gnaoua community, guardians of ancient African spiritual rhythms

  • Wander the souks of Merzouga and ride camels at sunset through the dunes

Evenings are filled with firelight, drums, song and the deep quiet that only the desert can offer, a place where the heart softens, the mind clears, and the soul remembers.

How This Journey Was Scouted
A personal account from Abbas on living, listening, and shaping this path in Morocco, in search of authentic connections with horses and people of the land.

Meet the Team

  • Terry Newton

    Kindred Spirits @horses.yoga Founder
    Terry is a pioneer in Equine Yoga, an intuitive horsewoman with over 40 years of experience, and a senior yoga teacher who has guided hundreds of students into deeper connection through breath, presence, and horse wisdom. Based in Costa Rica, she developed the Equine Yoga Teacher Program and has dedicated her life to ethical horsemanship practices, healing with horses, metaphysical healing and blending yogic principles with the energetic intelligence of the herd.

    Through this pilgrimage, Terry guides you in gentle yoga asanas and deep meditations, practiced in communion with the land and the horses. These embodied moments invite a direct connection to the living energies of Morocco and the ancient wisdom carried by the horses, awakening a deep remembrance of your true essence. This is a return to who you are—through breath, presence, and sacred connection. Sat Nam.

  • Abbas Tabaja

    Ride Into Infinity @ride.into.infinity Founder
    Abbas completed his 200h Yoga Teacher Training and the Equine Yoga Teacher Program at Kindred Spirits in 2019. He has continued deep study in yogic sciences through multiple trainings at the Isha Foundation in India, including programs with Sadhguru. His path weaves together intuitive horsemanship, meditation, and a grounded spiritual presence that brings clarity and depth to every trek and circle he leads.

 FAQs

  • Yes, you should have some prior riding experience.
    These retreats include multiple treks across valleys, mountains, and deserts. While the horses are gentle and well-trained, this journey is not ideal for someone who has never ridden before.
    Yoga is open to all levels, including complete beginners.

  • Path One (Ouarzazate, oases and ancient sights): All meals on trek days
    Path Two (Sahara, Merzouga Desert): All meals on trek days

  • All 11 nights of lodging are included.

    • Your deposit is 20% of the retreat price and is non-refundable.

    • The remaining balance is due 1 month before the retreat and becomes non-refundable at that time.

    We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers unexpected cancellations.

  • Morocco - Full Path BundleArrival: Marrakesh (RAK)
    Departure: Marrakesh (RAK)

    Path One (Southern Morocco)Arrival: Marrakesh (RAK)
    Departure: Marrakesh (RAK)

    Path Two (Sahara Desert)Arrival: Marrakesh (RAK)
    Departure: Marrakesh (RAK)

    Important Notes

    • International flights should be booked to and from Marrakesh (RAK)

    • Group shuttles are arranged from Marrakesh to the starting point of the journey

    • Guests joining Path Two only will be transferred from Marrakesh to Erfoud to meet the group

    • Detailed arrival instructions and hotel recommendations will be provided after booking

  • Yes the retreat is thoughtfully paced and includes moments of free time throughout the journey.

    That said, this is a traveling odyssey, not a stay-in-one-place retreat. Our days are shaped by riding, moving between landscapes, shared meals, and rest, which means free time appears naturally rather than as long open blocks.

    You can expect:

    • Quiet time at lodgings in the afternoons or evenings

    • Space to rest, journal, walk, or simply be

    • Occasional optional walks or short explorations near where we stay

Have Questions or Feel Curious?

If this journey is speaking to you, we’re happy to connect.

Whether you’re wondering about riding levels, the flow of the days, lodging, or simply want to feel into whether this experience is right for you, you’re welcome to reach out.

Use the form below to send us a message.
We read every inquiry with care and will respond thoughtfully.

This retreat is designed for a small group. We’re glad to take the time to connect personally.