Yoga Therapy & Rejuvenation Retreat
1 – 9 July 2022
Losinj is an island famous for its pure air and crystal-clear azure waters - a health resort and dolphin habitat. It is an eco-island with more species of flora and fauna than anywhere else in Europe. A small paradise you must visit at least once in your lifetime.
Immerse yourself in yoga, meditation, powerful pranayama and mantra chanting for a whole week. Rejuvenate and indulge in eating healthy vegetarian Mediterranean cuisine, swimming, walking, cycling or snorkelling. We will also include yoga therapy sessions for various conditions, such as yoga therapy for fertility and a healthy reproductive system, yoga for healthy joints, yoga for a healthy heart, yoga for depression, yoga for anxiety, yoga for the neck and shoulders, yoga for lower back pain, and more.
Meet new and old friends and participate in transformational ceremony and conversations about the meaning of life and beyond. Yoga philosophy will come alive here under the expert guidance of Ganga Devi, a senior yoga and meditation teacher. She has been leading yoga retreats, as well as 200h and 300h yoga teacher training courses, for more than 30 years in Croatia, UK, USA, Germany, the Himalayas and South India.
Our enchantingly beautiful yoga villa is spacious and full of light, nestled in a pine forest. Surrounded by lush and fragrant Mediterranean gardens it is only minutes away from the beach. Yoga will be practiced outdoors on the largest of the four terraces, whenever the weather permits, or alternatively in the large space indoors. People who appreciate breathtaking scenery and stunningly beautiful sunsets return again and again to this very special place.
A perfect place to recharge and enjoy a week of yoga therapy, rejuvenation and relaxation.
Wholesome and all-encompassing yin and hatha yoga therapy practice, as well as a few invigorating, rejuvenating vinyasa classes based on the ancient system of Rajadhiraja yoga, will be complemented by the incredibly peaceful and healing atmosphere of the island.
Why choose our retreat?
We guarantee a quality yoga retreat with expert guidance from our highly experienced teachers. You will come away refreshed, rejuvenated, inspired, invigorated, with a new zest for life and with fewer aches and pains.
Ganga Devi - your teacher and guide on this retreat
Ganga Devi is a yoga instructor and spiritual teacher and has crafted an exceptional yoga retreat, where your daily practice, will go well beyond the regular asana and pranayama exercizes. With over 3 decades of experience teaching yoga retreats, conferences and yoga teacher training courses, she is an expert in helping students experience a profoundly transformational inner journey, by accessing progressively deeper states of consciousness and the bliss that is inherent in the body.
Our yoga retreats are for people who would like to experience a blend of yogic healing practices.
Yoga Retreat Highlights
- Guided nature and beach walks
- Yin, Hatha & Vinyasa yoga and pranayama classes, Yoga Nidra
- Yoga therapy for fertility and a healthy reproductive system,
- Yoga for healthy joints
- Yoga for a healthy heart
- Yoga for depression
- Yoga for anxiety
- Yoga for the neck and shoulders
- Yoga for lower back pain
- Vegetarian and vegan meals
- Visit to the quaint towns of Mali and Veli Losinj
- Guided meditation sessions in the morning/evening
- 8 nights accommodation
- Boat excursion to secluded beaches and the dolphin habitat
- 7 day(s) with instructions in English
Our Retreat Venue
The yoga holidays and rejuvenation retreats on the isle of Losinj are held in a stunning villa at walking distance to the beach, situated in a pine forest, offering views of the sparking blue sea. You may be lucky and spot dolphins in the bay during an early morning stroll. The retreat has all modern amenities and is surrounded by lush, delightful gardens in which an abundance of Mediterranean and subtropical plants and flowers are flourishing.
Meals
Meals are vegetarian or vegan served buffet-style on our open-air terrace and enjoyed in the company of the other students. The meals are prepared with love. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and you will very quickly feel at home. Our staff is friendly and helpful and here to make your stay a comfortable one.
Accommodation
There are three accommodation options to choose from:
- Self-contained twin bed studio-apartment (2 people sharing)
- Twin bedroom with an en suite bathroom (2 people sharing)
- Twin bedroom with a shared bathroom (2 people sharing)
- Double room for couples is also available
Every bedroom has a stunning view of the Adriatic Mediterranean or else the well kept, lush surrounding gardens. The rooms are simple, clean and beautifully decorated.
Price of the complete package
- £860 – a place in a twin bedroom with shared bathroom
- £910 - a place in a twin bedroom with ensuite bathroom
- £960 - a place in a twin bed studio-apartment
All prices given above are in GBP (British pounds) and per person
Daily routine
- 7.00 – 7.30 Fruit & tea
- 7.30 – 8.00 Pranayama, meditation
- 8.00 - 10.00 Asana practice
- 10.15 – 10.45 Brunch
- 10.45 - 11.45 Yoga teachings
- 11.45 – 17.00 Leisure & beach time
- 17.00 – 17.30 Yoga Nidra
- 17.30 - 19.00 Asana practice
- 19.00 – 19.30 Dinner
- 20.00 - 20.30 Kirtan, meditation
- 21.30 – 22.00 Bedtime
Weather: The average temperature in Losinj at this time of year is a warm 23-28 C (76-82 F) with the sea expected to be approx. the same temperature too.
Note: The yoga retreat is non-smoking, alcohol free and vegetarian. We will organize one boat excursion during this retreat visiting various beaches and islands. Prices include: accommodation, meals, all yoga classes, yoga theory, meditation Prices exclude: flights, airport transfers, excursions, additional food and beverages
Island of Losinj
The island of Losinj is the home of playful dolphins, pine forests, promenades, a profusion of fragrances and flavours. Its beauty will cast a spell on you whatever the season. Losinj is the habitat of a large group of bottlenose dolphins in the Northern Adriatic, which is indicative of an exceptional level of purity of the sea.
A bewitching fusion of centuries-old pine forests and sea, Losinj is the ideal place for restoring the body and mind. This has been known from time immemorial.
Losinj is one of the islands in Croatia belonging to the Cres-Losinj archipelago in the Kvarner Bay and with its 36 islands, islets and reefs, it is the largest group of islands in the Adriatic. Owing to its exceptional climatic features, already way back in 1892, it was proclaimed a health resort. A well-preserved natural environment is a unique feature of the island; clean water and air, a mild climate, the diverse vegetation and aromatic scents have a deeply beneficial effect on everyone.
- 7 nights accommodation
- All meals organic, vegetarian, water
- 2 Yoga classes per day with Ganga Devi
- Morning and evening meditation
- Breathing Techniques
- Philosophy discussions/classes
- Boat excursion and sightseeing of Losinj
Apart from the above detailed programme participants can swim in the sparkling sea, chill on one of the terraces or simply sunbathe; tranquility will find you here. Maybe you'll fancy snorkelling to meet the local sea life, taking yourself away on an exhilarating hike on one of the many footpaths across the island, exploring local history or just strolling to the little town nearby.
- Flights and airport transfers
- All items of personal nature and meals and drinks not specified in the inclusions.
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
- Additional food and beverages
- Insurance
- Yoga mat: It's best to bring your own mat, even though we may be able to provide a loan mat.
- Money: It is best to exchange cash to Kuna, the Croatian currency, at the airport, and there are also ATMs within a 15 minute drive in downtown Mali Losinj. You would want to have some funds on your arrival, which you can purchase at your airport of departure. For the up to date exchange rate see www.xe.comwww.xe.com
- Electrical adaptors: Mali Losinj operates on 220V, the 2 prong European plugs, which are different from the UK ones, so you may want to bring an electrical converter plug.
- Towel: We provide room towels at the retreat site but ask that you do not take them to the beach.
- Earplugs: If you are sensitive sleeper, you may want to bring them along.
- Mosquito repellent
- Sunscreen
If you are travelling from London you can get a direct flight to Rijeka with Croatia Airlines. You may visit their website to check the dates and prices:
www.croatiaairlines.com
There is a Catamaran commuting daily between Rijeka and Mali Losinj. The last one leaves Rijeka at about 17.00 in the evening.
There is also a ferry leaving from Zadar to Mali Losinj.
The Catamaran from Rijeka is £10 one way.
Additionally there is a daily ferry from Rijeka to Mali Losinj:
www.croatiaferries.com
Another option would be to take a flight to Zagreb and then travel by bus directly to Mali Losinj. This is easy, since the shuttle bus from the Zagreb airport leaves you right at the bus terminal from where you can buy your bus ticket and also take the bus to Mali Losinj. The bus ticket from Zagreb to Mali Losinj costs about £20 one way (prices are approximate).
You can buy a bus ticket from Zagreb to Mali Losinj online:
https://www.arriva.com.hr/en-us/home
There ia also a catamaran leaving daily at 5 pm from Rijeka to Mali Losinj.
In case you are taking the catamaran from Zadar you can buy a ticket via the following site:
www.jadrolinija.hr
If you are flying to Zagreb and taking a bus from there (or an onward flight to Rijeka), please, check the following websites for flights:
www.croatiaairlines.com
www.easyjet.com
If you prefer not to fly you might consider the following option:
A winning combination of trains and boats and no planes, but you’ll need to make sure you get your timings right as the ferry only runs a couple of times a week. First travel from London to Bari in Italy (Eurostar to Paris, the overnight sleeper train to Bologna and a fast train on to Bari) and then sail from Bari to Croatia, where you can depart at your pick of several destinations including Dubrovnik, Split and Rijeka.
Travel costs: Trains from London to Bari from £180 return, Ferry from Bari to Croatia from £36
Flights
We also recommend:
http://www.skyscanner.net
or
www.ebookers.com
These are reliable ticket providers and offer a good variety of prices and flight options.
Insurance
- Please ensure you have comprehensive travel insurance before you come to India on yoga vacations. You can find some great deals on the Internet and sometimes they are can be bought as part of your flight ticket.
Visa
Please, check with the Croatian Embassy in your respective country whether or not you are required to obtain a visa for Croatia.
Arrival and departure
- You arrive on the day of the first retreat date after 18.30 in the evening and depart on the last retreat date in the morning by 10.00
When you arrive you will have the chance to relax, unwind and recuperate from your travel. Shortly after we will serve dinner when you’ll have a chance to meet others on the retreat over dinner and the yoga retreats' programme will start the following morning. - With a minimum of 6 participants interested in being part of the group airport pick up we will organize a group transfer from the airport in Zagreb on the arrival day (for a small additional fee of £50 – one way).
In order to book your place, you would pay a deposit 50% of the total price. The remaining 50% is due 10 weeks before the start of the retreat.
Terms and Conditions
If you cancel more than 30 days before your retreat start date, 100% of your payment may be applied to another retreat within 1 year from the retreats start date..
If you cancel 15-29 days before your retreat start date, 50% of your payment may be applied to another retreat.
If you cancel less than 15 days before your retreat start date, the fee is neither refundable nor transferable.
Accepted payment methods
Bank Transfer, Credit card via online booking or paybylink
Additional Information on yoga vacations:
For further information please contact Ganga Devi by sending an email to info@himalayanyogainstitute.com or you may call on +44 (0)7969157994
Prices
A place in twin bed studio-apartment £960
(2 people, same gender sharing a room)
Twin bedroom with shared bathroom £860
(2 people, same gender sharing a room)
Twin bedroom with ensuite bathroom £910
(2 people, same gender sharing a room)
Fee includes all classes and training, meals, tea, snacks, water and accommodation.
Flights, airport transfers and excursions are excluded.
It is recommended to purchase a travel health insurance policy through your travel agency.
Reserve your place with a deposit payment of £400.
