Imlil - Marrakesh
30 January - 1 February 2025
Restore balance through Traditional Chinese Medicine in the heart of Morocco's most healing landscape.
Location
The retreat will take place at Les Jardins de Kesali, a luxurious villa just 6.5km from Marrakech on the Ourika road. Surrounded by lush gardens, the property features a sparkling pool, hammam & spa, restaurant, and elegantly appointed rooms. This peaceful oasis blends Moroccan charm with modern luxury away from urban bustle.


Meals
All retreat meals are prepared by Les Jardins de Kesali's in-house restaurant. Expect exquisite Moroccan cuisine celebrating local and international flavors—vegetarian-focused, nourishing, and thoughtfully prepared to support your healing journey. From aromatic tagines to vibrant salads and herbal infusions, each meal honors tradition.


Activities
Experience guided hikes through the Atlas Mountains (Imlil) and Kik Plateau adventures with optional paragliding and camel rides, all woven with daily Qi Gong sessions that teach breathwork, posture, and grounding techniques you can continue at home. All excursions include lunch and transport.


Program Overview
A 3-day therapeutic journey in the heart of Morocco
Day 1 • Arrival and Foundation
Afternoon/Evening
Check-in & Welcome Tea - Settle into the beautiful villa with traditional Moroccan hospitality
Therapeutic Consultations - Comprehensive Chinese Medicine diagnosis
Retreat Introduction - Group circle to set intentions and connect with fellow participants
Sunset Qi Gong Class - Introduction to foundational movement practices as the sun sets
Dinner - Nourishing seasonal meal prepared with local, organic ingredients
Day 2 • Mountain Healing & Deep Treatment
Full Day
Breakfast & Daily Intensions - Morning gathering and itinerary overview
Imlil Mountain Excursion - Guided hike through the mountains and integrated Qi Gong practice in nature
Lunch - Traditional mountain cuisine in the mountain setting
Therapeutic Sessions - Individualised treatments based on your assessment from Day 1
Dinner - Evening meal and integration time
Day 3 • Integration & Kik Plataeu Experience
Full Day
Breakfast & Closing Intensions - Final morning gathering and itinerary overview
Therapeutic Sessions - Individualised treatments based on your assessment from Day 1
Lunch - Outdoors Experience
Kik Plateau Excursion - Journey filled with exceptional activities (Paragliding, Camel Ride/Quad)
Sunset Qi Gong Class - Grounding practice before departure
Return to Marrakesh - Integration and Farewell
Each day balances therapeutic treatment, movement practice, nature immersion, and rest — designed to restore your body's natural equilibrium while connecting you to Morocco's stunning landscapes.
Therapeutic Modalities
Therapeutic transformation rooted in authentic Chinese Medicine diagnosis and treatment.
Acupuncture
Systemic regulation for stress, digestion, sleep, pain, and hormonal balance. Emotional regulation through Shen calming, focused on specific organ protocols, in mind with illness prevention and adjusted seasonally.
Therapeutic Manual Techniques
Therapeutic manual techniques including deep tissue, fascia release, and meridian-based bodywork. Performed to induce nervous system calming and regulation.
Cupping Therapy
Circulation enhancement and muscular release through dry cupping, moving cups along meridians and muscle chains. Supports detoxification and tissue oxygenation.
Wet Cupping (Hijama)
Therapeutic technique combining controlled micro-incisions with cupping to enhance circulation, and support the body's natural detoxification processes. Performed with medical precision based on diagnostic assessment.
Gua Sha
Tension release and lymphatic stimulation for body and face, promoting natural radiance, lifting effects and restoration.
Moxibustion
Heat therapy using mugwort for Yang and kidney tonification to support digestive and immune systems and combat fatigue. Performed seasonally during autumn and winter.
Choose Your Retreat Option
Curated experiences from mindful escapes to deep therapeutic journeys
Serenity
Disconnect gently. Reconnect with nature
3 days, 2 nights • Half-board
from 3,500 DH
A peaceful escape in the heart of Marrakesh - nourishing meals, and optional healing add-ons. Perfect for solo travellers and mindful duos.
✓ Shared accommodation
✓ Breakfast & Dinner
✓ Imlil Excursion
✓ Qi Gong & Auto-massage workshop
Other services and activities are available as optional add-ons, billed separately and subject to availability. The villa is in close proximity to your stay, which takes 5 minutes to walk or 1 minute to drive.
Vitality
Heal deeply. Connect profoundly
3 days, 2 nights • Full board
from 6,200 DH
Curated schedule with daily healing sessions, mountain rituals, and beautiful soul connections. Designed for those ready to release and renew.
✓ Shared accommodation
✓ All meals included
✓ Imlil Excursion
✓ Paragliding (filmed experience)
✓ Qi Gong & Auto-massage workshop
Alchemy
More comfort. More care. Deeper healing.
3 days, 2 nights • Half-board
from 11,500 DH
Enjoy a private room, two treatments per day, herbal Hammam access, and serene semi-private setting. Ideal for guests who want more with full customization.
✓ Private accommodation
✓ All meals included
✓ Imlil Excursion
✓ Qi Gong & Auto-massage workshop
✓ 2 treatments per day
✓ 1 treatment per day
✓ Facial acu-lifting
✓ Exclusive access to herbal Hammam, with a personalized aromatherapy formulated according to your energetic constitution
✓ Paragliding (filmed experience)











