Everyone needs some peace and quiet during times when life can often be too loud or stressful, and yoga is a great way to do achieve that sense of inner peace. While the practice is just one part of serenity and balance, yoga retreats offer another aspect: A landscape that's as conducive on the outside to the peace a yogi is trying to achieve on the inside. Between beautiful vistas and a sense of remote calmness, yoga retreats are often hailed as one of the greatest ways for followers of the practice to come full circle.
These retreats are found around the world and according to Condé Nest Traveller, these are some of the best escapes yogis can find.
Como Shambala Estate In Bali
Bali is known as a premier honeymoon destination and a place for total relaxation, but this just means a yoga retreat there will be abundantly peaceful. According to Condé Nast Traveller, the Como Shambala Estate upholds the traditional belief in the connection between humans and nature and is located in a rainforest not far from Ubud. The Estate's Ayurvedic classes are held near a river in the rainforest, meaning practice here will be amongst nature and tranquility that Bali is wholly known for. When not practicing, the Estate's guests are free to wander the grounds and explore as they so desire.
Fusion Maia In Vietnam
There are a couple of options for guests booking a trip to Fusion Maia in Vietnam and they include yoga practice as well as total and complete relaxation. Vietnam is a beautiful country, to begin with, and this retreat is not far from the beach, which also happens to be where yoga classes take place. A vegan menu is served here and guests have access to retreat schedules complete with meditations, but will also have access to two (complementary) daily spa treatments, as well... It's truly the best of both worlds.
Samahita In Thailand
Thailand is known for its stunning beaches (hence why it's such a popular destination thanks to social media) but Samahita offers a different type of getaway for those who practice yoga. In Koh Samui, yogis will find a retreat that's run by none other than Paul Dallaghan, who is known around the world. The experience that yogis will have here is second to none, as they'll have the chance to explore Thailand's world-famous beaches as well as take in the sights and sounds before heading to classes later on in the day. During these retreat-led classes, yogis will be taken through traditional asanas and graced with meditations that are science-led, all of which happens beachside.
Tri Sri Lanka
For a slightly different and new experience, Tri Sri Lanka is a yoga retreat that can be found at what was once an old cinnamon plantation. Sri Lanka is gorgeous and full of untamed rainforests, surrounded by wildlife, which only adds to the experience of practicing yoga here.
Not only will yogis experience a retreat away from the daily stressors of everyday life, but they'll have a chance to explore a lesser-known part of Sir Lanka. The vistas surrounding this plantation look out over Lake Koggala, which, in itself, is the perfect location to practice yoga or any other type of centering physical activity. To elevate the experience even more, yogis will literally feel as though they're practicing in the treetops with a treetop sala that sits above a grove of bamboo trees where classes are held. During their time out of practice, guests are free to roam around and engage in anything from kayaking to exploring the plantation's library.
Shreyas Yoga Retreat In India
This retreat can be found in Bangalore and already has a reputation for being nothing short of amazing for those who live, work, and breathe yoga. This retreat is rooted in tradition and that's exactly what yogis can expect when making the trip to Shreyas Yoga Retreat.
Classes start at 6:30 AM and include every traditional yoga practice, including chanting, meditations, and a variety of different yoga styles. Communal meals are also a big part of this retreat, which are all vegetarian, as well as personalized relaxation treatments. However, when guests are not practicing yoga or in the middle of a relaxing scrub or massage, they're free to use the infinity pool or take some time to themselves while stepping out onto one of the private terraces for some peace and quiet.