![]() Reusable Water Bottle: This is an essential for ANY trip but especially so for a yoga retreat. I like to use a universal adapter so if you don’t have one already get one stat and never worry about it again! And if you don’t like practicing on mats that others use this is a great option too.Īdapter: Obvi. ![]() Yoga Mat:This yoga mat is ideal for travelling, it’s extremely lightweight so if you practice a lot this is worth it (even though it’s not expensive!). There are a few things that you will need while doing a yoga retreat. The food is organic and serves a variety of different dietary needs including vegan and raw. The food was served with the same views over the water on a terrace decorated with white accents. The price was very reasonable and included a room for a night, unlimited yoga and meditation classes and a buffet breakfast and dinner. It kept your mind calm and I didn’t mind what the room looked like when I had the view that I did. The room itself was simple but it was all you could need when on a retreat. The views may have stolen the show but I was in paradise the second a fresh coconut was brought to me as I waited for my room. Bathrooms were shared just around the corner and were stunning. The views from my yoga retreat in Koh Samui were jaw-dropping!Īt the top with some of the best views were the yoga caves, rooms created specifically for solo travelers with floor to ceiling windows that overlooked the coast and Gulf of Thailand. The views were so incredible that I can’t begin to describe them, just look for yourself below. It is easily considered one of the best yoga retreats in Thailand. Nestled along the coast, not far from the airport is Vikasa Yoga Retreat, a piece of paradise that I thought I was too lucky to have found. I had no clue what to look for in a retreat but ended up finding a goldmine of a place that exceeded all of my expectations. The view from the top of my yoga Thailand retreat. Plus there is an airport on the island and close to the retreat that I recommend and it’s a great jumping-off point for other gorgeous islands in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Phangan (known for its full moon parties) and Koh Tao which is known for having the cheapest diving in the world. There is plenty to do on the island of Koh Samui so you can choose to have a night out in town, roam through some street markets or visit some of the beautiful waterfalls and temples on the island. Feeling totally zen during my Thailand yoga retreat. There’s no need to be worried about having someone to talk to if you do want some company, there are always plenty of other people there solo who are happy to chat over meals. They may help in getting you to the retreat but once there being able to roam the grounds, sit by the infinity pool and choose which yoga or meditation classes you want to go to is so much simpler when it’s just you. ![]() When you’re with a friend you won’t have complete peace of mind. I had practiced yoga before but hadn’t on my trip so a full 3 months off left me feeling tense. I’m a solo traveler and have stayed in hostels around the globe but staying at a yoga retreat was a whole other world to me.ĭuring my 4-month trip around Southeast Asia in 2016 I decided to take a much-needed break from hostels and indulge in some yoga holidays in Thailand so I could loosen up, take some time on my own and feel connected again. My best advice is to head to a Thailand retreat solo, you can thank me later, as the experience will only be more heightened for you if you really take the time for yourself. Yoga in Thailand is an easy way to break up a trip or it can be a holiday all on its own. You can travel to Thailand for a yoga retreat alone or it can act as a great addition to your Thailand trip (perfect for a nice easy break!). With mountains that are filled with lush green jungles to islands that have secluded white sand beaches with water so blue it’s almost unbelievable, it’s no wonder why people are flocking to the Land of Smiles and why some of the best yoga retreats in the world are popping up in Thailand. ![]() Though yoga is not a part of the Thai culture it is a very spiritual country and its incredible and breathtaking landscapes ooze a sense of calm. In recent years Southeast Asia has seen a massive influx in tourists who are looking for a Thailand yoga retreat where they have space to completely relax and reach inner peace before heading back home.
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