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Tais

Vietnam & Cambodia

written by Tais

Vietnam and Cambodia retreat

Join Tais on the ultimate yoga getaway, get ready to travel Vietnam and Cambodia, yoga adventure style. roll your mats and head east to lands of immense and gravity-defying natural beauty and warm, welcoming smiles. You will free yourself from everyday attachments in the captivating vistas and culture that values peace. This is the perfect outer landscape to tune into your inner landscape. You will return home refreshed and fortified with the wisdom that peace does lie within and along with the tools to reclaim it.

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Highlights

Daily yoga classes
Meditation and pranayama sessions
Photography (foundations) class during the day in Vietnam
Learn to cook traditional Vietnamese cooking
Sail the clear waters of Ha Long Bay
Explore floating villages and ancient caves
Bike through the ancient town of Hue
Awaken your taste buds with local street food
Cultural-historical-spiritual tours in either Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, or Siem Reap
Sunrise chanting with
and individual blessing in Cambodia
10 nights’ accommodation
Daily tasty meals
10 days with instruction
English

Accommodation

Hanoi, Vietnam
Centrally situated in the heart of Hanoi, you will begin your yoga retreat in comfortable luxury. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with all of the amenities, including air conditioning. Wi-Fi is available in each room. Double occupancy rooms will always feature two beds and all rooms will have balconies overlooking the city streets below.
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Cruise Ha Long Bay in style. The onboard amenities include a large top deck for yoga, private dining under the stars, and boats or individual kayaks for inlet excursions and exploring. All rooms will have en suite bathroom facilities and amenities (please note that Wi-Fi will not be available on Ha Long Bay).
Hue, Vietnam
Situated on the banks of the Perfume River, your boutique eco-resort in Hue invites comfort luxury in a natural setting. All rooms will look out over the gardens to the river and will have en suite bathroom facilities and air conditioning. Enjoy the calm of the greens and river around you and the views of the Van Thanh Temple just across the water.
Hoi An, Vietnam
Just outside of the ancient town of Hoi An, you will find your quiet oasis on the banks of the Song Do River. Your accommodations will have beautiful balconies with views down to the river below as well as en suite bathroom facilities. You will take in the best of beautiful Hoi An and enjoy the tranquility of nature in the evening.
Siem Reap, Cambodia
While your days will be spent exploring the mysteries and beauty of Cambodia’s past, your Cambodian home will be an oasis of green and tranquility. Each room will have its own private veranda and en suite bathroom. Wi-Fi and air conditioning are available in each room.

Hanoi, Vietnam

Centrally situated in the heart of Hanoi, you will begin your yoga retreat in comfortable luxury. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with all of the amenities, including air conditioning. Wi-Fi is available in each room. Double occupancy rooms will always feature two beds and all rooms will have balconies overlooking the city streets below.

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

Cruise Ha Long Bay in style. The onboard amenities include a large top deck for yoga, private dining under the stars, and boats or individual kayaks for inlet excursions and exploring. All rooms will have en suite bathroom facilities and amenities (please note that Wi-Fi will not be available on Ha Long Bay).

Hue, Vietnam

Situated on the banks of the Perfume River, your boutique eco-resort in Hue invites comfort luxury in a natural setting. All rooms will look out over the gardens to the river and will have en suite bathroom facilities and air conditioning. Enjoy the calm of the greens and river around you and the views of the Van Thanh Temple just across the water.

Hoi An, Vietnam

Just outside of the ancient town of Hoi An, you will find your quiet oasis on the banks of the Song Do River. Your accommodations will have beautiful balconies with views down to the river below as well as en suite bathroom facilities. You will take in the best of beautiful Hoi An and enjoy the tranquility of nature in the evening.

Siem Reap, Cambodia

While your days will be spent exploring the mysteries and beauty of Cambodia’s past, your Cambodian home will be an oasis of green and tranquility. Each room will have its own private veranda and en suite bathroom. Wi-Fi and air conditioning are available in each room.

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Your moveable feast through Vietnam and Cambodia will take in the best of culture and nature as you bike through the ancient town of Hue, sail the clear waters of Ha Long Bay, explore floating villages and ancient caves, motor on Vespas through Hoi An and, of course, journey into the past at Angkor Wat.

With yoga as your wellness staple, you will spend a morning joining the locals in Ha Noi for a morning tai chi class, swim and kayak in Ha Long Bay, and bike through the countryside to seldom touristed villages. Your taste buds will be treated to must-have street foods and local delicacies while your hearts and minds journey through three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, thousands of years of culture and the yoga retreat of a lifetime.

In addition to breathtaking, once-in-a-lifetime excursions, you will allow yourself to sense complete immersion into relaxation, mindfulness, and peace as you savor the vibes of living like some of the happiest people on earth.

Each of the amazing Vietnam and Cambodia yoga adventure features will be unique with slight changes based on local holidays or events. Below is a sample of what can be expected as you explore these two amazing countries with The Travel Yogi.

Day 1

Arrive in Hanoi and get ready for your adventure
The Travel Yogi’s guide will meet you at the airport and escort you to your first hotel
Opening airplane-twist-move-it-out yoga class
Welcome dinner and a taste of the local at a neighborhood restaurant
Hoan nghênh to Vietnam!

Day 2

Wake up like a local and head out to Hoan Kiem Lake
Join a local group in a yoga session as they wake up the mind and body before a busy day
Journey to the middle of a lake to Ngoc Son Temple
Head into Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Tour the crazy mix of Vietnamese and French influence and sample cà phê su’a dá
Sample some street food báhn mì
Truck to the Hanoi railway tracks and walk the rails for some of the most beautiful pictures in the city
Back at the hotel, unwind with the evening yoga class before dinner at a local restaurant

Day 3

Morning yoga centered on balance so that you can get your sea legs on!
After breakfast, you will head out to the beautiful, amazing, UNESCO World Heritage Site Ha Long Bay
Cruise through the limestone karsts landscape
Visit Vung Vieng floating village by bamboo rowboat or kayak
Chill with the kids at their floating school and experience a-day-in-the-floating-life
Sail to Drum Cave to admire the stalactites and folklore of this ancient site
Spend the mid-afternoon swimming in the bay or chilling on deck
As the sun goes down head to the top deck for a sunset-360-ocean-view yoga extravaganza
Enjoy dinner on deck under the stars

Day 4

Rise and shine with the sun for either yoga or tai chi on top deck
After a light breakfast, you will set sail for Sung Sot Cave
Disembark and transfer back to our hotel
Last afternoon in Hanoi is yours to explore and wander
Early evening yoga
Head out for a farewell Hanoi dinner on the town

Day 5

No yoga this morning as you’re up early for your flight from Hanoi to Hue
Check in and drop off at your new hotel and head out for lunch
Get your bearings in Hue with a walking tour
Head to the royal tomb of Tu Duk King
Head back for early evening yoga at your riverside hotel
Enjoy the tastes of Hue with a local flavorful dinner in town

Day 6

Morning yoga will focus on hamstring and hip stretches
Mount up and cycle through green orchards and shady lanes along the Perfume River
Your bike breaks will be at local villages for some hands-on helping and engagement
Make a local sesame cake delicacy
Wander with the locals and collect the evening’s veggies
Stop in the ancient village of Thuy Bieu
Wander through the communal houses and the nostalgic beauty of the garden-houses
Get historical as you explore some of the Nguyen Dynasty’s ruins
Learn about the ancient tiger and elephant duels that the arena used to host
You will trade your bikes for a boat as you cruise down the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda and the Forbidden Purple City
Evening outdoor yoga (weather dependent) at the hotel
Group dinner at a local restaurant

Day 7

Early morning yoga and packing before breakfast
Drive to Hoi An via Da Nang
Take a ride on Vietnam Highway 1 over the soaring Hai Van Pass
Stop in Da Nang for lunch and exploring
Head to the stone carving villages in the Marble Mountains
Explore the caves and Buddhist sanctuaries dotting the mountains
Arrive in Hoi An and spend the afternoon strolling the centuries-old lanes
Walk the streets enjoying the mix of Chinese, Dutch, French and Japanese influence
Stroll the 400 year old Japanese Bridge that used to divide the Japanese settlement from the locals
Walk or taxi back to the hotel for the evening yoga class
Dinner at a local Hoi An restaurant

Day 8

Rise and shine yoga and breakfast
Time to get your Vespa on
Hop a local bike ferry to the island fishing port of Cam Kim
Stops at the local villages for a crash course in: mat weaving, making, and eating rice cracker
Another Vespa ride to a village for some drip coffee
Cruise your way over to the Duy Hai market and local harbor
From the harbor, you will ferry to Cam Thanh and beyond to beautiful Ha My beach
Zooming back to your hotel, you’ll pack up and prepare for your flight to Cambodia
Your early evening flight takes the place of yoga today
Head to your final hotel and relax
Group dinner at a local restaurant

Day 9

Early morning yoga and breakfast
Head out on a remork (tuk tuk) for a temple journey day
Begin your journey to ancient Cambodia at the South Gate of Angkor Thom
Leave the tourist path and take a one kilometer walk into the jungle to the hidden temple
Walk on to Khmer King Jayavarman VII’s official state temple of Bayon
Take a break to absorb the astounding morning with lunch at a local restaurant
Dive back in to ancient times at the jungle temple of Ta Prohm
The afternoon is for the splendor that is Angkor Wat
You will have hours to explore the complex
You will head back for a calm, restorative, absorb-it-all evening yoga class
Head to a local restaurant for dinner followed by a traditional Cambodian dance performance

Day 10

This morning you will get up with the sun and head to a local pagoda
You will return to the hotel for breakfast and a quick relax before more ancient exploration
Journey to Banteay Srei temple, or, “Citadel of the Women”
Coming out of the deeper jungle, you will take a break for lunch at a local restaurant
Heading to the Old Market in town, this final afternoon is yours to wander
Closing yoga class in the early evening back at the hotel
Final group dinner at a local restaurant

Day 11

Morning packing and breakfast prior to your flight home or onward
A final “choum reap lear” as you say goodbye to Cambodia and your amazing travels

Location

Your adventure on this retreat will begin in Vietnam then move on to Cambodia.

Food

Included in your holiday package is daily breakfast at the hotels, all lunches including local eateries and restaurants, and all dinners in local restaurants and at the hotels.

The following meals are included:

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

The following dietary requirements are served and/or catered for:

Regular (typically includes meat and fish) Other dietary requirements on request

(If you have special dietary requirements its a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation)

What’s included

1 night accommodation in Hoi An
1 night accommodation on board Ha Long Bay cruise
2 nights’ accommodation in Hue
3 nights’ accommodation in Hanoi
3 nights’ accommodation Siem Reap
Airport transfer from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to your hotel in Hanoi
All dinners at local restaurant or at the hotels
All entry fees and activities as listed on the itinerary
All lunches including local eateries, authentic street food and restaurants
Breakfast each morning at the hotels
Cultural visits with locals in Ha Long Bay, Hue, and Hanoi
English speaking expert guides
Flight from Da Nang to Siem Reap
Flight from Hanoi to Hue
Full day tours of cultural, historical, and religious significance in Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, and Siem Reap
Guided exploration of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Banteay Srei
Half-day bike tour through Hue along the Perfume River
Morning and evening yoga classes
Private sailing, swimming, cave exploring, and floating village visit in Ha Long Bay
Sunrise chanting with Buddhist monks and individual blessing in Cambodia
Up close and personal with Angkor Wat
Vespa tour through Hoi An countryside
Vietnam visa approval letter (traveler passport required)

What’s not included

Alcohol and drinks at meals
Any video or still camera fees assessed by the monuments or places of interest
Cost of Vietnam and Cambodia visa-on-arrival
Gratuities
International airfares
Items of a personal nature (phone calls, souvenirs, and spa services)
Travel insurance

Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). Transfer from the airport to your hotel in Hanoi is included. Hotel shuttle can be arranged and will pick you up from the airport.

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New Retreat Update Yoga Retreats

Borneo

written by Tais

12 day yoga retreat in Borneo

Come on the trip of a lifetime, adventure & Yoga with Tais

Itinerary:

Day 1: Kota Kinabalu

Meals Included: Dinner

Selamat Datang! Welcome to Malaysia. Your yoga adventure begins with a Welcome Meeting at 6 pm. After we will head out for dinner with the group. If you have any free time beforehand, perhaps explore this intriguing city that was born between the Borneo jungle and the South China Sea. Modern-day ‘KK’ is a vibrant modern metropolis, having recovered from World War II bombings. The Sabah State Museum is a perfect place to immerse yourself in its backstory.

Optional Activities

Kota Kinabalu – Sabah Museum entrance fee – MYR15

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Day 2: Mt Kinabalu / Ranau

Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

Leaving Kota Kinabalu behind, you’ll head for the hills and travel towards the unspoilt wilderness of the World Heritage-listed Kinabalu National Park (approximately 3 hours). You will stop off en route at a local home at Dusun Village. The Dusun people are wonderfully warm and friendly people, and while here you’ll sample the local foods with a home cooked lunch get some insight into what it’s like to live in a rural village. Later you can stretch your legs and soak up the mountain scenery with a stroll through Kinabalu National Park. There are many walking trails from which you can birdwatch, and remember to watch for the odd snake. There is plenty to see and do here. The Mountain Botanic Garden is an excellent showcase of the diverse plant life on the mountain, as flora from all over the park has been replanted here. Late in the afternoon, you travel by private bus to Sabah Tea Plantation (approximately 30 mins). Tonight you will stay amongst the grounds of a lush tea garden.

Included Activities

Mt Kinabalu – Guided walk around lower trails

Accommodation

Cottage (1 night)

Day 3: Kinabatangan River

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast you will take a tour of the tea factory itself, ending in sampling some of the delicious varieties. From there, head to Kinabatangan River in private minivan, a trip of approximately 5 hours. Your jungle lodge, located beside the river, is ideal for taking in the lush surrounds. At 560 kilometres, the Kinabatangan River is the second longest river in Malaysia. It’s also a protected forest reserve, containing some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Borneo. Later in the afternoon, you will take a river cruise, hopefully spotting some of the more exotic local creatures. Wild elephants seldom reveal themselves, but crocodiles, macaques, wild orang-utan, proboscis monkeys, hornbills and kingfishers are more easily seen. After this short adventure, you’ll head back to the lodge to enjoy dinner.

Included Activities

Sunrise Vinyasa Yoga
Mt Kinabalu – Sabah Tea Plantation – Tea Factory Tour
Mt Kinabalu – Sabah Tea Plantation – Tea Sampling
Kinabatangan – River cruise & wildlife spotting on Kinabatangan River

Accommodation

Chalet (1 night)

Day 4: Kinabatangan River

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

You might awake to the call of a Bornean gibbon, or perhaps a hornbill. Enjoy a morning cruise down the river, searching for more birds and wildlife. Keep an eye out for Long Tail Macaques and Pig Tail Macaques – ask your leader about the difference. Later, you can trek up to a birdwatching tower overlooking the river and visit a Merbau tree. When it’s all over, this evening’s river cruise will be your last chance to photograph or simply marvel at your surrounds. Spend one more night in your lovely accommodation right in the heart of the jungle.

Included Activities

Kinabatangan – River cruise & wildlife spotting on Kinabatangan River

Accommodation

Chalet (1 night)

Day 5: Sandakan

Meals Included: Breakfast

Travelling by private minivan, you will stop to visit the intricate Gomantong Caves. Renowned for their edible swiftlet nests, which are harvested for bird’s nest soup. Bird’s nest collection is an ancient tradition, though nowadays licences are required for it. Travelling to Sandakan, a journey of 3 hours, you will stop in at the Sandakan War Memorial. Here you will learn about the city’s past as you stand on the same ground of the former Japanese POW camp. This site also marks the starting point of the tragic Sandakan Death Marches, on which 2,400 POWs were forced to walk through the jungles of Borneo. By the end of the march, only 6 Australians survived, and only because they had escaped. Arrive in Sandakan, which was once the capital of British North Borneo and traditionally has strong trading ties with Hong Kong. The Cantonese influence is palpable in the lively harbour side market, the many Chinese temples and the local cuisine.

Included Activities

Sunrise Vinyasa Yoga
Sandakan – War Memorial
Sukau – Gomantong Caves

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Day 6: Turtle Island

Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner

This morning, leave your large bags at the hotel and walk 15 minutes to a nearby jetty. Travel by speedboat, past small fishing villages and bamboo fish traps, to Turtle Island Marine Park (approximately 1 hour), where green turtles come ashore to lay their eggs every night of the year. In the afternoon, there’s time for swimming, snorkelling or some quality time lazing about on the beach of this tropical island. Snorkelling gear is available for hire. In the evening, be touched by the sight of giant green turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs under the moonlight, and watch the researchers as they release protected hatchlings and guide them in their frantic dash to the ocean. It’s a moving experience that makes you think more than twice about trying illegally traded turtle egg delicacies. Beware that this is a very fragile environment and you must follow instructions from your leader and the local rangers to ensure minimal impact on the turtles. You will spend the night on the island.

Included Activities

Turtle Island – National Park

Optional Activities

Turtle Island – snorkel hire – MYR25

Accommodation

Chalet (1 night)

Day 7: Sepilok Orang-utan Reserve

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, return to the mainland (approximately 1 hours), collect your bags, and continue by minibus to a guesthouse located near the Sepilok Orang-utan Rehabilitation Centre (approximately 45 minutes). The centre was set up to help re-introduce these wonderful creatures back into the wild after a life of domestication or having been orphaned. From the viewing platform, you can watch and photograph these charming creatures as they swing into view and eat the supplementary diet of bananas and milk that is laid out for them twice a day. Human contact must be kept to a minimum, and it’s essential that you follow the instructions of the park, as directed by your leader. Also included is a new nursery where you can view young orang-utans as they learn how to climb on a specially constructed jungle gym. The viewing area is behind one-way glass so as to not disturb the animals. To see more of Borneo’s creatures, there’s the option to visit the newly opened Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center. Here rescued Sun Bears that have spent many years mistreated and locked away in cages are cared for, with hopes of rehabilitation and reintroduction into the wild. There’s also the Jabuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary where you can watch up close the amazing bachelor proboscis lazing and feeding – an experience that can only be found in Borneo. Five minutes walk from your guesthouse is the Rainforest Discovery Centre, which also has a 147-metre long, 28-metre high canopy walkway with spectacular views of rainforest giants. Your guesthouse is located about 10 minutes walk from the rehabilitation centre.

Included Activities

Sunrise Vinyasa Yoga
Sepilok – Orang-utan Rehabilitation Centre

Optional Activities

Sepilok – Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary – MYR100
Sepilok – Rainforest Discovery Centre – MYR15
Sepilok – Bornean Sun Bear Centre – MYR32
Sepilok – Night walk – MYR50

Accommodation

Resort (1 night)

Day 8: Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary/Sandakan

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning take a private transfer to the Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary (approximately 1 hour). The centre was set up to help re-introduce these wonderful creatures back into the wild after a life of domestication or having been orphaned. From the viewing platform, you can watch and photograph these charming creatures as they swing into view and eat the supplementary diet of bananas and milk that is laid out for them twice a day. Human contact must be kept to a minimum, and it’s essential that you follow the instructions of the park, as directed by your leader. Also included is a new nursery where you can view young orang-utans as they learn how to climb on a specially constructed jungle gym. The viewing area is behind one-way glass so as to not disturb the animals. To see more of Borneo’s creatures, there’s the option to visit the newly opened Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center. Here rescued Sun Bears that have spent many years mistreated and locked away in cages are cared for, with hopes of rehabilitation and reintroduction into the wild. You will also visit the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, where you can watch up close the amazing bachelor proboscis lazing and feeding – an experience that can only be found in Borneo.

Included Activities

Sepilok – Orang-utan Rehabilitation Centre
Sepilok – Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary

Optional Activities

Sepilok – Bornean Sun Bear Centre – MYR32

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Day 9: Manukan Island

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to Sandakan Airport today for a flight to Kota Kinabalu. Keep in mind that the luggage allowance for this flight is only 15 kg of check-in luggage and one cabin bag of 7kg and any excess baggage will incur a further charge paid directly to the airline. A short boat ride (around 20 minutes) takes you to Manukan Island, just off the coast of Kota Kinabalu. This is one of the larger islands found in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine National Park. The first of two days on this island will be free for you to explore the island at your leisure – perhaps swimming or local activities. The 1.5-kilometre beach is lovely to stroll along at low tide.

Accommodation

Chalet (1 night)

Included Activities

Sunrise Vinyasa Yoga
Tunku Abdul National Marine Park – Snorkelling Trip

Day 10: Manukan Island

Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

Enjoy a snorkelling trip today, where an array of coral and brightly coloured marine life reveals itself, conditions depending. An optional scuba dive trip from Manukan Island is also on offer for those interested in a more immersive experience. If you are interested, let your leader know, and it can be arranged. After snorkelling, the afternoon is yours to enjoy. Soak up the turquoise vistas for another few hours as you stroll or swim in this beautiful corner of the world.

Included Activities

Tunku Abdul National Marine Park – Snorkelling Trip

Optional Activities

Kota Kinabalu – Tunku Abdul Marine Park Scuba diving 3 dives – MYR380

Accommodation

Chalet (1 night)

Day 11: Kota Kinabalu

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Head back to Kota Kinabalu today by boat and minivan. This will take around 40 minutes. Optional activities include a visit the intriguing Mari Mari Cultural Village, nestled deep in the countryside. Here you will see how indigenous ethnic groups of Borneo used to live. Or a visit to the Sabah Museum to learn about Sabah’s past or do some last minute souvenir shopping at the Filipino market. Tonight, perhaps head out for a final meal with your group to celebrate your Borneo adventure.

Included Activities

Sunrise Vinyasa Yoga

Optional Activities

Kota Kinabalu – Mari Mari Cultural Village – MYR180

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Day 12: Kota Kinabalu

Meals Included: Breakfast

There are no activities planned for the final day, and you can depart the accommodation at any time.

Borneo Destination Information:

This lush land of tribal warriors, mysterious head hunters and far-from-home war heroes has intrigued adventurers, anthropologists and explorers for centuries. From steamy jungles to blissful mountains, from balmy beaches to peaceful villages, travellers love Borneo’s bounty of natural treasures seemingly tailor-made for fun, relaxation, exploration and adventure.

Borneo highlights

Get steamy in the Poring Hot Springs
Cool off in the waters near Kota Kinabalu
Visit the temples and markets of Sandakan
Relax on the stunning beaches of Sabah
Meet the orangutans of Sepilok

Available Oct 4th – 15th October 2023 Only $2465

Available May 4th – 15th May 2024 Only $2465

Available Oct 4th – 15th October 2024 Only $2465

January 1, 2023 0 comment

New Retreat Update Yoga Retreats

Galápagos Islands

written by Tais

10 days Magical Wildlife & Galapagos Islands Escape

Come join Tais and see the Galapagos Islands with Yoga every day. You will stretch every morning to prepare for your day ahead: enjoy the sights, engross yourself in the wildlife, and have a relaxing evening practice before sunset. The yoga will be structured to enhance strength and abilities and to unwind the muscles at the end of the day. Spend your days immersing yourself in healing yoga practice, and soaking up the rejuvenating energy of this magical part of the world.

Day 1

Quito: Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 2 pm. Please look for a note in the hotel lobby or ask reception where it will take place. If you can’t arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early, so you’re able to attend.

Quito is one of the most attractive cities in South America, sitting at an altitude of 2,850 metres with a view of Volcan Pichincha on the horizon. On day 1 there is an orientation walk to show the beautiful Colonial style buildings and help you explore the nooks and crannies of cosy Old Town. We’ll be back in Quito at the end of the trip, giving you a chance to further experience the city. Welcome dinner tonight included!

Included Activities

· Sunrise or sunset Vinyasa Yoga session

· Walking Tour

Accommodation: Plaza Sucre or similar

Optional Activities

• The Equator Line

• Quito city tour + the Equator line Full day

• Quilotoa lagoon

• Cotopaxi National Park – Hiking Tour

• Papallacta Hot Springs Day tour from Quito

• Old Town & Gastronomic Urban Adventure

• Otavalo Indian Market Full Day from Quito

• Bellavista Cloud forest – Day trip from Quito

Day 2

San Cristobal: Early morning Transfer to Quito airport (approximately 1 hour) for our flight to San Cristobal Island, Galapagos (approx 3.5 hrs). Departure time will be between 8.20am and 10.30am depending on flight schedule time.

The Galapagos National Institute has introduced a Transit Control Card. This card has a cost of US$20, and it must be purchased by every person travelling to the Galapagos Islands. You will need to purchase this card upon arrival to the domestic airport on day 2, before checking in to your Galapagos flight.

Upon arrival, we will need to go through immigration and pay the Galapagos National Park entrance fee of US$100.

Soon after we head out together to the Interpretation Center. Learn about the history of the ‘Enchanted Islands’ and the conservation projects which seek to preserve the unique Galapagos wildlife. Next, make our way to Frigatebird Hill (Cerro Tijeretas), which is located two kilometres from the Interpretation Center, south-west of Isla San Cristobal. It’s quite a climb to the top, but well worth the amazing views of the bay. From here you can also see Kicker Rock, an eroded volcanic formation protruding from the sea which has become an emblem of the island.

Soon after, travel to La Loberia where you’ll put on snorkelling gear for the first time and go for a swim with sea lions, and maybe even some sea turtles. Continue back to town. Tonight you may wish to head out with the group and enjoy some of the fresh seafood available.

Included Activities

· Isla San Cristobal- Snorkelling in La Loberia

· Isla San Cristobal – Cerro Tijeretas View Point Walking Tour

Accommodation: Plaza Sucre or similar

Day 3

San Cristobal: Today begins with a short boat ride to Leon Dormido or Isla Lobos, observing along the way the abundant marine life that Galapagos is renowned for. On the way, we might be able to spot nesting frigates, and blue-footed boobies and/or might swim/snorkel with playful young sea lions.

Here we can snorkel keeping an eye out below for sea turtles, manta rays and maybe the odd harmless Galapagos shark, to name a few.

Included lunch today is a packed box lunch on board the boat! Unfortunately, it is against National Park rules to eat on the beach.

We’ll return to town in the afternoon where you will have some free time to enjoy your final night in San Cristobal.

Included Activities

· Sunrise or sunset Vinyasa Yoga session

· Isla San Cristobal- Snorkelling in La Loberia

Accommodation: Casa de Nelly or similar

Day 4

Floreana – Isabela: Take an early morning boat ride to Floreana Island. Along the way keep your eyes peeled for wildlife such as dolphins and whales.

On arrival to the island, snorkel in the clear blue waters and then break for lunch. Afterwards venture to a black sand beach which belongs to the Witmers, decedents of some of the first settlers on the Galapagos. The town, Puerto Velasco Ibarra, has about 150 residents and an intriguing history involving deaths, disappearances and murders. Later in the afternoon, wave goodbye to Floreana and continue to Isabela Island. Please note when you arrive at Isabela, you’ll need to pay a port fee of USD 10.

Included Activities

· Sunrise or sunset Vinyasa Yoga session

· Floreana snorkelling

Accommodation: San Vicente or similar

Day 5

Isabela: Meals: A short bus ride to the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center where you’ll observe giant tortoises in all stages of development. The centre has almost a thousand giant tortoises training for life on their own. After our visit, a short bus ride to a brackish lagoon where we will be able to observe flamingos.

After an informative visit, board a small panga for Tintoreras or Shark Alley. On our way, we will go along the coastline in the hope to spot blue-footed boobies and the famous Galapagos penguin who is at home in the western part of the archipelago. On arrival, hop off for a short walk on this isolated islet and popular iguana nesting site that’s home to hundreds of marine iguanas. Snorkel in a calm inlet with colourful fish and winding underground lava tubes. This area is frequented by green sea turtles that like to rest on the calm, sandy bottom.

In the late afternoon, return to town in search of your own sandy resting spot and enjoy your first Isabela sunset, arguably the most beautiful of all the islands.

Included Activities

· Isla Isabela -Tintoreras or Shark Alley

· Sunrise or sunset Vinyasa Yoga session

· Isla Isabela – Flamingo lagoon visit

· Isla Isabela – Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre

Accommodation: San Vicente or similar

Day 6

Isabela: Meals: Breakfast Start your last day on Isla Isabela by heading towards the Sierra Negra Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the Galapagos and the second largest crater in the world..

Included Activities

· Sunrise or sunset Vinyasa Yoga session

· Isla Isabela – Sierra Negra Volcano Hike

Accommodation: San Vicente or similar

Day 7

Puerto Ayora: Meals: Breakfast. Begin the day with a kayak excursion in a protected bay. While here, search for the protected Galapagos penguin – the only penguin found so close to the equator. Along the way, keep an eye out for eagle rays, sea turtles and blue-footed boobies. Next head to Isla Santa Cruz, the tourist capital of Galapagos. Check in to the hotel and then go for a short walking tour of Puerto Ayora to visit the local fishermen’s market.

Included Activities

· Sunrise or sunset Vinyasa Yoga session

· Kayak Excursion (1 Hour)

Accommodation: Lobo de Mar or similar

Day 8

Puerto Ayora: This morning we will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. This is also a great opportunity to learn more about conservation efforts to preserve the unique ecosystems of the Galapagos. You can even get close to giant tortoises which are being raised for the repopulation program.

Soon after we’ll visit the higher part of the islands to observe the giant tortoise roaming in its natural habitat. In the afternoon, take an optional walk to Tortuga Bay, a gorgeous beach accessible only by foot. Choose to go swimming or perhaps just chill out on the beach. Finally, make your way back to town for one last dinner on these enchanted islands.

Included Activities

· Sunrise or sunset Vinyasa Yoga session

· Santa Cruz Highlands Visit (3 Hours)

Accommodation: Lobo de Mar or similar

Optional Activities

• Isla Santa Cruz – Tortuga Bay visit (45 Minute walk, one way) – Free

Day 9

Quito: We say goodbye to the Galapagos today and take a flight back to Quito.

You’ll arrive back to Quito later afternoon. Perhaps head out for a final group dinner.

Accommodation: Plaza Sucre or similar

Day 10

Quito: This morning your adventure comes to an end in Quito. As there are no activities planned for the final day, you can depart the accommodation at any time. Because there is little time spent in Quito on this trip, we recommend staying a few extra days to see more of Ecuador.

Ecuador has some of the most beautiful churches in the Americas, including the lavish La Compania de Jesus, which is decorated with seven tonnes of gold. Not far from the capital, there are volcanoes, hot springs and Incan ruins to explore.

Included:

1 English speaking guide for Galapagos.
1 Customer Service for assistance in Quito
All transport, sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary
Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
Daily breakfast / Meals as indicated in the itinerary

Excluded:

International airport departure tax
Galapagos National Park entrance fee ($100USDpp)
Galapagos Transit Control Card ($20USDpp)
Any visas required
Services not mentioned in the itinerary
Guide services on free days
Late check out at hotels
Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
Tips for leaders, guide and driver
Expenditure of personal nature
Optional activities
Travel Insurance – Compulsory

Price in USD $4299.00 (Price per person based on shared double room )

Price In USD $ 5299.00 (Price per person based on double occupancy )

Price In USD $ 6598.00 (Price per person based on single occupancy)

Available December 27th – January 5th 2022

Available December 27th – January 5th 2023

Available December 27th – January 5th 2024

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Our Story

written by Tais

TAIS FROGGATT– DREAMER – FOUNDER AND YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Change can come in many forms in our lives. It might come forcefully like a tidal wave, or creep along incrementally like a glacier. It might come in the form of devastating tragedy, difficult choices, broken relationships, or even new opportunities.

Accomplishing anything great in life requires a significant change that pushes us beyond our comfort zones.

Many times the only way to improve our lives is to force ourselves to undergo change. That might mean breaking up and leaving a stale – but comfortable relationship, leaving a mediocre, but stable job, moving away from a nice, but uninspiring location, or anything else that’s holding us back from accomplishing our dreams.

Of course, dealing with uninvited change in our lives is not easy. In many cases, instigating major, but necessary change, can be traumatic. But whatever change you’re dealing with, know that how you cope with that change will have an impact on your future.

For me this was true at the age of thirty, when I gave up the dream of living in paradise. Up until then I had been island hopping, being the ultimate globetrotter, and spending time in the Mediterranean on private sailboats, working for some of the world’s most influential people.

I’ve seen a great deal of the world and managed to see through a window into the lives of other people and other cultures. I have come to love the laid back island life – relaxed, barefoot, bikini, trouble free, water and sun abounding, lots of smiling faces.

I couldn’t image my life without the watersports that I have come to love – surfing, diving, sailing. For when I am close to water, whether on the surface or down below, I feel a sense of freedom and inner peace.

I completed my first Yoga teacher training with Drishti Yoga teacher training on the beautiful island of Santorini. During my time there, I came to feel the re-energization in body and soul. I knew then what my next chapter was to be.

To go back to the world I know, and to show an incredible bunch of people what it is like see the world through Yoga.

The wanderlust within me wanted to share this process of transformation with others. The art of being able to step outside everything you’ve always known, to take risks, to remove the label of conformity, and to encourage others to be whatever they want to be, to make space for you to be the happiest you.

I finally launched my dream.

Peat’s Bite in Australia, St Kitts & Nevis, Grenadines, St Lucia, Dominica, Mykonos, Cuba, Myanmar, Cambodia & Vietnam. It’s my privilege to share this journey with so many other like-minded individuals and to bring them together to re-inject that sparkle and connection with themselves and each other.

I welcome you to experience and discover the best you.

“Buy the ticket, get a tan, fall in love & never return.”

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Corporate Classes

written by Tais

Connect with yourself and your body in the midst of a life full of responsibilities, obligations and worries.

Tais will take you deeper than a physical movement practice, to really explore and understand your internal landscape and teach you mindfulness on a whole new level.

A regular yoga practice has been shown to increase one’s physical strength, flexibility and balance. However, the benefits of yoga extend well beyond that of the physical domain and we are gonna take you there. Find Patience and you’ll discover how to ride the highs and lows of life as you bend, stretch and journey your way through self-discovery on the mat. Soothe your nervous system, dissolve deeply rooted physical tension and holding patterns, learn about acceptance and empowerment and how to really let go. Build an introspective practice and shed some of the extra baggage you’ve been lugging around for too long.

Suitable for the seasoned yogi and beginners alike,

Private Yoga & Meditation in Sydney Australia.

Practice with Tais in private yoga & meditation sessions in Sydney! Tais will customize your sessions uniquely to match your needs and intentions of your practice.

Corporate Yoga & Group Yoga classes can also be discussed.

For pricing information and to book your sessions contact us today. You can also catch Tais at Antigua yacht club, The Inn at English Harbour, Yoga Bar Bondi Beach, Hot yoga, Andrew Boyd Charlton studio, Yoga in the Park, Rushcutters Bay, Bupa Heath, Yoga 4 mums & bubs.

Contact Tais direct:

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News Yoga Retreats

Anguilla

written by Tais

6 nights Yoga in the Caribbean Island Anguilla

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue – As rabid consumerism devours many Caribbean hot spots, this limestone bump in the sea has, thus far, maintained its charming clapboard shacks (something old) while weaving postmodern vacation properties (something new) into the mix.

Increase your sense of physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing to achieve a better quality of life by joining Tais at this unique location, Learn the innovative practices of yoga & meditation.

Prepare to discover a melting pot of cultures, 25 acres of soft rolling hills, sandy white beaches and lush tropical flora await you.

Far from being St-Barth’s stunt-double, Anguilla actually flaunts its down-to-earth charms to the jetset subset who crave a vacation off the radar.
Anguilla offers an unparalleled vacation for people who seek privacy amid natural beauty, coupled with the luxurious comforts and service of a stellar resort. Enjoy the scenery while you begin your journey towards a better you!

A true tropical oasis as a luxury resort in Caribbean, landscaped gardens that merge with one and a half miles of pristine white-sand beaches to envelop your senses and bring to life the true majesty of Anguilla. Enjoy the absolute essence of your destination at one of the finest known Anguilla beach resorts. Discover the healing power of seeking pleasure and a staff committed to delivering every service and amenity with an unrivaled sense of passion. See our gallery to see more of our luxury resort in Anguilla!

Complimentary non-motorized watersports equipment is available for your enjoyment: Snorkel equipment for adults and children, Hobie Cats 12’ and 16’, Sunfish sailboats, Stand-up paddleboards, Kayaks – single and double.Motorized watersports

As an Anguilla luxury hotel, Malliouhana has spacious and intimate guestrooms that offer stylish furnishings and dramatic views of the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy true Caribbean luxury in some of the most graciously sized accommodations on the island of Anguilla. Our luxury hotel guestrooms maximize the resort’s open-air design, relaxed atmosphere and exuberant colors, evoking the spirit of the island. Anguilla accommodations at Malliouhana surround you in luxury with sophisticated décor, rich textiles, expansive private terraces, and inspiring ocean views. Discover an indulgent resort experience with world-class services and amenities on a vacation in Anguilla. See our gallery to take in just what our Anguilla resort accommodations can do for you.

Example Schedule of your Yoga Retreat in Paradise.

7.30 am – 8 am Meditation (morning practice includes meditation, time to reflect and capture experiences)
8 am – 9 am Vinyassa Flow (an introduction to Ashtanga Primary Series or creative Vinyasa Flow)
9 am – 10am Breakfast
10 am – 12 30am (swim, hike, snorkeling, excursion or relax) (all optional)
12.30 pm – 2.30 pm Break for lunch, relax
3.30 pm – 5 pm (relax, Kayak, Paddle Board, go into town for some shopping)
5 pm – 6 pm Restoration, Yin or sunset Yoga
6:30 pm Dinner (Buffet style. seasonal fresh local ingredients)
6 pm – 7 pm Movie night, Board games or socialize after dinner with new friends or have a early night watching the sunset.

Excursions to a number of various locations on 3rd 4th & 5th day ( group will decide where appon arrival )
Shoal Bay East
ISLAND IN ANGUILLA
Prickly Pear Cays
HISTORIC BUILDING IN THE VALLEY
Wallblake House
NOTABLE BUILDING IN THE VALLEY
National Trust of Anguilla
ART STUDIO IN WEST END
Cheddie’s Carving Studio
BEACH IN WEST END
Cove Bay
BEACH IN MEADS BAY
Meads Bay
BEACH IN SANDY GROUND
Sandy Ground
BEACH IN WEST END

Savor creatively prepared dishes with the freshest of local flavors at the resort’s signature Anguilla restaurant. Or watch the sun go down with a drink in hand from the most scenic vantage point on the island. Caribbean dining at this hotel is exquisite, the setting and variety of fresh, sea-to-table offerings inspired by Mediterranean cuisine. The menu incorporates only the freshest possible ingredients that change with the seasons and feature seasonal specialty dishes throughout the year. Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten-Free options are thoughtfully crafted and available to us yogis.

Availability $6895 USD

14th November – 20th November 2022

18th January – 23rd January 2022

22nd October – 28th August 2023

18th January – 23rd January 2023

22nd October – 28th August 2024

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News Yoga Retreats

Cuba

written by Tais

8 days Cultural Immersion Yoga Retreat in Cuba

Come join Tais and see Cuba with Yoga. You will stretch every morning to prepare for your day ahead: enjoy the sights, engross yourself in the culture, and have a relaxing evening practice before sunset. Furthermore, the yoga will be structured to enhance strength and abilities and to unwind the muscles at the end of the day. Spend your days immersing yourself in healing yoga practice, and soaking up the rejuvenating energy of this magical part of the world.

Day 1

Bienvenido a Cuba! Welcome to Cuba!Please ensure you provide your flight details at least 14 days prior to travel so the transfer can be organised. There will be a welcome meeting at approximately 6 pm this evening. In addition, the tour briefing is generally followed by an optional group dinner.

Day 2

Enjoy a walking tour of Old Havana today, a perfect first taste of the city. Your local guide will show you the cathedral, Plaza de Armas, San Francisco de Asis, Plaza Vieja and Central Park. The entrance to the Camera Obscura is included also. Besides, this afternoon you will have an informal Spanish lesson with your leader. And your evening will be free to spend at your leisure.

Included Activities

Sunrise or Sunset Vinyasa Yoga Session
Guided walking tour of Old Havana
Camera Obscura entrance
Informal Spanish Lesson.

Day 3

Havana’s Old City is well preserved and was designated a World Heritage Site in 1982. The streets are lined with colonial architecture, 16th century fortresses and countless churches. In addition, today you will visit the Plaza de Revolucion and also Miramar and the Malecon on a tour, driven in vintage American cars.

Included Activities

Sunrise or Sunset Vinyasa Yoga Session
Vintage Car Tour

Optional Activities in Havana

Buena Vista Social Club
Cigar factory tour
La Cabana Fortress canon blast ceremony
Ernest Hemingway tour
Morro Castle

5 Included Activities

Sunrise Vinyasa Yoga Session
Guided valley walking tour
Informal Salsa lesson
Organic farm visit with meal

Day 4

Today you will board a collectivo for a short drive to Trinidad. There’s no doubt it’s one of Cuba’s alluring destinations, a great place to wander around, with almost every scene offering a photo opportunity. Watch as locals casually smoke their huge cigars on the doorsteps of their homes, and hear the old Chevrolets rumbling by. Kick things off by strolling along the cobbled streets and marvelling at some of the colourful colonial architecture on display (this town was put on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1988 for good reason). During your orientation walk you visit the Santeria Priest to learn more about the unique religion followed in this area. At some point, your group can decide when they want to schedule their informal Spanish class.

Included Activities

Orientation walk
Santeria Priest Visit
Informal Spanish Lesson

Day 5

After breakfast this morning we will take a half day walk to Salto de Javira, a beautiful waterfall with a natural pool you can swim in. This 8vening you will enjoy a meal at a local restaurant.

Included Activities

Sunrise or Sunset Vinyasa Yoga Session
Salto de Javira Waterfall trek
Informal Salsa lesson
Organic farm visit with meal

Day 6

Enjoy a day of free time. There are some great Spanish-style churches to see, and nearby is the Valle de los Ingenios, where sugar plantations stretch out as far as the eye can see. For some seaside fun, head down to Playa Ancon and stroll its long stretches of white sand. Furthermore, you can go for a snorkel too. Just be careful when you’re in the water, as sea urchins can be a problem here. Back on the land, you can go cycling or hiking. If you rent a bicycle, be careful on the cobblestones, and remember your bike will be of the vintage variety. Moreover, the trekking is great in the Sierra del Escambray, the local mountains. A folklore dance and music show in one of the open-air venues is highly recommended – a great chance to immerse yourself in Cuba’s African, French and Spanish-influenced music and dance culture.Optional Activities in Trinidad

Salsa Dance Lesson
Live music venues
Musical instrument lesson (guitar, double bass, tres, percussion – per hour)
Cayo Blanco island catamaran cruise
Train ride (Steam train replica with electric engine)
Trek to El Nicho Waterfall
Horse riding
Massage

Day 7

On your way back to Havana, you’ll stop in at Santa Clara to visit the Che Guevara mausoleum and memorial. In the museum you can get a rare insight into the legacy of the revolutionary leader, with some interesting ephemera and artefacts on display – letters, firearms, even medical devices. Once back in Havana you will have an opportunity to visit the beautiful Hotel Nacional as well as the Revolucion Square.

Included Activities

- Havana – Visit to Plaza e la Revolucion

Day 8

Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning.

Accommodation during the tour:

Havana – Premium Guesthouse or similar
Trinidad – Premium Guesthouse

Meals included in price:

Havana – Breakfast (Departure Day Meals: Breakfast)
Trinidad – Breakfast & Lunch

Included

Sunrise or Sunset Vinyasa Yoga Session as indicated in the itinerary
Local English speaking tour leader throughout the tour
Local guides at some sights
All transport, sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary
Accommodation and meals as indicated in the itinerary

Not Included

Flights tickets & any visas required
International airport departure tax
Services not mentioned in the itinerary
Guide services on free days
Late check out at hotels
Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
Airport Arrival & Departure Transfers
Tips for leaders, guide and driver
Expenditure of personal nature
Travel Insurance – Compulsory

We suggest you bring your own travel yoga mat.

9 December -16th December 2022 Available

11 March-18th March 2023 Available

9 December -16th December 2023 Available

11 March-18th March 2024 Available

Price In USD $ 2699.00 (Price per person based on double occupancy)

Price In USD $ 3699.00 (Price per person based on single occupancy)

Please Contact For Additional Information

taisfroggatt@hotmail.com

+61 (0)411 878 133

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New Retreat Update Yoga Retreats

Myanmar

written by Tais

June 14th – June 21st

Enliven your soul in this captivating place!

Myanmar Yoga Retreat

This retreat you will experience yoga practice in a Buddhist culture, along with breath taking pagodas, mythical shrines, stunningly beautiful temples and traditional rituals where you will witness peoples devotion to religion and culture. In many ways, experiencing Myanmar (formally Burma) is like stepping back in time. This place is quite unlike any land you know about, and the magic travellers find in its heritage is unparalel. Come join this yoga and meditation retreat and experience the best of Burma!

Highlights

Daily restorative yoga

• Daily meditation sessions
• Stunning scenery along Inle Lake
• Two day visits/tours (both approx 1.5 hours drive from the Retreat – after a short boat trip from Hotel
• All airport and boat trip transfers to and from Retreat from HeHo
• 8 nights accommodation
• All daily meals
• 9 days with instruction
• English

Excursions

• Tour to Pindaya
• Visit to Kakku pagoda

Location

Central Myanmar, will be your home during this retreat

Acommodation

During the retreat, guests will be provided with daily luxurious cottages on Inle Lake.
• 06:30 – 07:00 Sitting meditation
• 07:00 – 09:00 Asana practice, followed by light breakfast
• Free time
• 1630 – 05:30 Led practice
• 17:30 – 18:30 Restorative yoga
2 days schedule will alter to accommodate day tours.

Food

Daily meals are included. Both vegetarian or seafood option.

Things to do

Visit to Pindaya
A small, charming town, centered round a lake called Nattamiekan or Angels Lake. The main sight in the area is Pindaya Cave (Shwe Oo Min Cave). The limestone caves contain a maze of chambers with 6,226 Buddha statues. Some of the images are tiny; others are huge, made of white marble, bronze or plaster, coated with gold leaf – truly a stunning and magnificent sight and one of the highlights of Myanmar for many people! Some of the smaller caves within the complex serve as meditation chambers, as well as an opportunity to sit and meditate for those interested. The main stupa dates from the 12th century.

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Visit to Kakku Pagoda
This is one of the oldest and most fascinating archaeological sites in Myanmar, with thousands of pagodas of various shapes and sizes, as well as descriptions dotted within the Kakku Pagoda compound. To reach Kakku Pagoda you will travel through Taunggyi, a town on a steep mountain. Aside, in the southern reaches of the Himalaya (which is mainly inhabited by Shans ethnic group and is known for its scenic beaut), there is a small village, easily accessible by pushbike. If your interested you can also visit the charming Forest Monastery and listen to the monks evening chanting.

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What is included

• Daily accommodation
• Daily meals
• Daily meditation sessions
• Daily restorative yoga
• Excursion to Pindaya and Kakku Pagoda
• Yoga classes twice per day

whats not included

Alcohol and drinks at meals
• Any video or still camera fees assessed by the monuments or places of interest
• Cost of visa-on-arrival
• Gratuities
• International airfares
• Items of a personal nature (phone calls, souvenirs, and spa services)
• Travel insurance

Availability

June 14th – 21st June 2022 Only $3895 USD per person

June 14th – 21st June 2023 Only $3895 USD per person

June 14th – 21st June 2024 Only $3895 USD per person

Double Occupancy – Total for Couple $4795 USD

Please note: Additional Premium for Single Occupancy – Total for Single – $ 3695 USD

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Dean Cropp – Captain and Ocean Adventurer

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Dean sails the oceans, has a great story to tell. Listen to him and he inspires you

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St Lucia

written by Tais

5 nights peak performance Yoga Retreat in St Lucia

Increase well-being, Escape the winter blues and achieve a better quality of life by joining Tais in this unique natural location close to the famous Pitons, St Lucia. Learn the innovative practices of yoga and meditation, moreover, hike the Pitons, snorkel and relax on the deck at the magnificent resort Ti Kaye Resort. Enjoy secluded beaches of St Lucia while morning Yoga and Sunset Vinyasa is offered to you. Enjoy the scenery while you begin your journey towards a better you!

Included

Luxurious air conditioned gingerbread ocean view rooms
3 meals a day – healthy and locally inspired, plus locally made smoothies and non-alcoholic beverages
Daily power Vinyasa yoga and meditation classes
Hike 2000 feet up Saint Lucia’s mind-blowing and famous Pitons
Unlimited use of kayaks, paddle boards, water hammocks and snorkel equipment during your stay
Full access to Ti Kaye’s extensive resort amenities including fitness centrum and swimming pool
Group round trip ground transfers from Hewanorra International Airport or complimentary parking for guests driving to the resort

Schedule of your Yoga Retreat in St Lucia paradise

8 – 9.15 am Vinyassa Flow – Meditation – an introduction to Ashtanga Primary Series

9.30 – 10 am Breakfast

10 am – 12 30 pm Optional activities

12.30 – 2.30 pm Break for lunch & relax

3.30 – 5 pm Optional activities

5 – 6 pm Restoration, Yin, Meditation ( Optional )

6:30 pm Dinner made with seasonal fresh local ingredients

after 7 pm Optional activities

Optional activities:

during day: swim, hike the Pitons, snorkel, excursions or relax, explore or go on a guided tour of a waterfall, see local wildlife, or go into town for some shopping
evening: movie night, board games or socialise after dinner with new friends or have an early night watching the sunset

Peak Performance retreat in St Lucia

As the name suggests, these intense fitness and wellness activities will occur both on resort property and around the island of Saint Lucia. You will hike Saint Lucia’s Gros Piton; you will snorkel the Caribbean sea, as well as flow-through yoga postures on our over-the-water yoga gazebo and tone your muscles with our indoor-outdoor stair master program. Get strong, get sun and have fun with this inspirational retreat!

On the volcanic island of Saint Lucia situated on the Caribbean archipelago with the Atlantic Ocean on the East coast and the Caribbean Sea on the West, the island’s rich heritage is influenced by strong African, Indian and European cultures. Saint Lucia’s landscape is riddled with mountains, waterfalls, valleys and many beaches. Experience from soft white sand to glistening dark silver-grey sands, a direct result of the island’s volcanoes. With so much to see, Saint Lucia is the ideal island escape.

To achieve the perfect vacation on the perfect island, finding the idyllic resort is half the challenge. Ti Kaye Resort & Spa, St Lucia is truly made with the romantic-at-heart in mind with private gingerbread cottages on the cliff side all with a spectacular unobstructed ocean view. Furthermore, there are a distinguished underground wine cellar, a unique spa oasis and secluded silver sand beach, while, one of the best on the island for snorkelling and diving. Ti Kaye offers its guests a variety of soft adventure excursions to complete their vacation experience.

Our believes about perfect holiday in St Lucia

we have put together a resort and a bunch of things to see and do that will really make your vacation here not just a destination but a learning experience and one that you will delight in doing.

Our selection process is rigorous by island standards and we tend to go with ones that are either home grown or non main stream and that offer a certain charm and character. We did it this way so that our guests would not be thrown in with the masses on the other main stream tours offered on island. That way, we have become more personalised and the people with you will most likely be other guests at the resort.

Accommodation in St Lucia

Ti Kaye Resort & Spa is an award-winning adult-only resort located above the secluded Anse Cochon cove on the legendary island of Saint Lucia. Nestled along the cliffside, Ti Kaye overlooks the serene waters and silver sand of the secluded beach below.

Rustic elegance in the midst of nature. Each cottage or house, as the name suggests (‘ti kaye’ is Creole for ‘little house’) is purposely built for stunning sunset views over the Caribbean sea and to afford an all-consuming breathtaking view of the azure waters below. Each cottage is accessible by a matrix of paths and stairs lit up at night.

Furthermore, all cottages and ocean-view rooms share certain aspects, including; a private outdoor garden shower, i-pod dock and a large balcony with a double hammock. With the shutters open, their design allows for the easy flow of air to keep the rooms cool, along with the ceiling fan.

Food in St Lucia

The best vacations are only completed when the culinary experience can live up to the beauty and grandeur of the exotic locale. Luckily for our guests, Ti Kaye Resort & Spa serves exceptional delicacies crafted to inspire the palate with rich flavours.

Armed with the freshest produce in Saint Lucia – including local farmed freshwater shrimp – our culinary team has assembled a masterful collection of international dishes infused with the best Creole flavours. Enjoy a selection of signature dishes combined with a modern interpretation of authentic Saint Lucian cuisine.

Whether you are having breakfast with a Pineapple and Sweet Orange Frappe, a beach-served lunch of Chicken Roti, afternoon tea and vanilla scones poolside, or a private dinner set under the stars, we have the unique dishes to match any occasion.

Availability: January 25th – January 30th 2023

Availability: November 18th – November 23rd 2023

Availability: January 25th – January 30th 2024

Availability: November 18th – November 23rd 2024

Double Occupancy – Total for Couple USD $5450

Please note: Additional Premium for Single Occupancy – Total for Single – USD $4850

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