The ultimate holiday for sunseekers, yogis and beach bums
Let’s begin the New Year as we intend to continue, clearing out the old, setting intentions for the new, and nourishing ourselves from the inside out and the outside in with practices to sustain us through the ups and downs of the year ahead.
I’ve been returning to Bamboo Yoga Retreat for 17 years, for relaxing beachfront yoga holidays, with all the delights of Goa, delicious Indian/fusion cuisine, massage therapy treatments, and a fabulous team that keeps everything running smoothly. They have recently upgraded all the accommodation and relocated to a quieter location on Polem Bay. Easy access to the shops and cafes on the busier beaches Patmen and Palolem in South Goa. Direct flights to Goa from London and Manchester with TUI.
Accommodation is in comfortable ensuite aircon twin or double bedded beach bungalows with spacious veranda lounge areas and hammocks.
Healthy Vegetarian meals are plentiful, freshly cooked, and served buffet style, with plenty of choice and variations for those with special dietary needs, including local dishes as well as Asian/Fusion and Mediterranean recipes.
TYPICAL DAY: Early morning silent gatherings for quiet meditation and contemplation and cleansing and stimulating breathing techniques. Followed by tea and fruit before a daily energising and grounding Vinyasa Flow practice in the shade of the beachfront yoga shala. We’ll play with fun sequencing, exploring possibilities for all levels and bodies, whilst building strength, flexibility and stability before brunch. In the afternoons we’ll regroup for a gentler more relaxing session of Yin and Restorative yoga as well as everyone’s favourite, Yoga Nidra (guided relaxation). Finishing in time to marvel at yet another stunning sunset before dinner.
Afternoons are free to relax on the beach, have a game of scrabble, take a short trip to Patnem for a spot of retail therapy, or get a massage from the amazing team at Bamboo.
We will dine together at Bamboo in the evening (included in price). Our lovely chef will accommodate all special diets with individualised offerings.
We aim to accommodate everyone’s needs and preferences, offering a supportive environment for both beginners and more experienced practitioners alike.
There may be one rest day during the retreat with morning practice only if guests would like.
Non-yoga doing partners are welcome.
- 7x Nights accommodation
- 3x Yoga sessions per day
- Delicious buffet meals each day with plentiful choices and extra afternoon snack
- Teas & water
- Dolphin exploring boat trip
EXTRA NIGHTS either side of the retreat can be booked directly with Bamboo
See more at the Bamboo website.
07:30: Quiet cup of tea with a view of the empty beach and calm morning sea
08:00: A little stretch, some breathing exercises (pranayama) and an introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
08:30: Light breakfast/fruit smoothie or porridge and tea/coffee
09:30: Dynamic Flow Yoga in the shade of the beachfront yoga deck with the cool ocean breeze guiding our breath.
11.30: Delicious buffet brunch spread
Afternoons are free to enjoy the beach, explore the local area or indulge in a rejuvenating massage treatment.
15:30: Tea and Treats.
16.30: A gentle restorative practice and maybe some deeper work on hips or shoulders, including Yin, Yoga Nidra (guided relaxation) and breathing exercises (pranayama) followed by a quiet moment of contemplation and a breathtaking sunset.
19:00: Fabulous dinner at Bamboo (included in price). On our day off you might like to try one of the many very good and cheap local eateries.
There will be one half day off for rest or sightseeing further afield.
A dolphin spotting boat trip is included in the price.
PRICES :
Shared Occupancy (twin or double) from *£840pp
Single Occupancy from *£1110
for BEACH FRONT add £200-£300
*(these prices are approximate as they depend on £/€ exchange rates)
INCLUDES 7 X nights accommodation, all yoga, meals and refreshments, afternoon teas and treats
Deposits required to confirm reservation
£400 per person single occupancy/ £500 for beachfront
£300 per person for shared occupancy/ £400 for beachfront
Balance payable direct to Bamboo Yoga by 8th November 2024
Full details on request
Included in price:
- 7 x Nights accommodation
- Delicious buffet meals with plentiful choices and afternoon snacks
- Teas & water
- 3x Yoga sessions per day
- Local boat trip with possible dolphin sightings
Not included in price:
- Flights and transfers, insurance
- Book additional nights either side of your stay directly with Bamboo here
Patnem Beach, Goa, India
Bamboo Yoga Retreat has newly relocated to Polem Beach, a quiet and peaceful bay overlooking the sea.
It’s a short taxi ride to the shops, cafes and restaurants strung around the busier beaches of Patnem and Palolem.
TRAVEL INFO:
There are many flight options to Goa either on direct charters or more flexible scheduled flights via Mumbai , Delhi or Bangalore. It’s a good idea to book flights sooner rather than later to take advantage of cheaper seats.
PLEASE NOTE:
The closest airport to Bamboo is is Dabolim (GOI) in South Goa approx 75 mins transfer time.
Most direct flights currently fly to MOPA (GOX) in North Goa approx 150 mins transfer time
TUI fly direct to MOPA (GOX) from the UK leaving on Saturday and returning on Sunday: more info here
Air India have some direct flights, others are via Mumbai or Delhi. Their connection times work well, your luggage can get booked all the way through, and you can get connections direct to Dabolim (GOI)
Qatar Airways fly to Dabolim via Doha
Pickup (approx 30€ each way) is advisable and can be arranged through Bamboo to include being met at Airport and bag-carrying service along the beach to the resort.
VISA REQUIREMENTS
UK and European passport holders can currently apply for an eVisa (for stays up to 30 days) which can be obtained online HERE
You can only apply for this within 30 days of travel to India
For all other passport holders you may need to apply for a paper visa
START HERE
to fill in the online application form which you will need to print out.
Contact me for more info or if you need any help with these.
Cancellation Policy
If the retreat or event is cancelled by the organiser:
If we need to cancel a trip or training for our own reasons, we will refund all deposits and payments in full (minus £50 admin fee). We cannot however compensate you for airfare or travel costs. In the unlikely event that the retreat or event is cancelled due to weather, natural disaster or political upheaval, we cannot guarantee a refund – it will be dependent on receiving a refund from the venue / tour operator we work with. To cover these eventualities, we highly recommend you purchase travel insurance.
Travel Insurance:
It is highly recommended to purchase travel insurance. Travel Insurance can protect you financially and offer peace of mind in case:
• you cancel your participation in the retreat or event
• retreat or event is cancelled due to weather, natural disaster
• lost baggage
• medical expenses and the cost of repatriation should you become ill or injured
If the advertised teacher is unable to attend for any reason we will provide an alternative and equally well-qualified teacher.
Please note that there will be no refunds or discounts for arriving late, leaving early, flight cancellations, travel delays or illness.
If you cancel your participation in a retreat or event for any reason, the cancellation policy below will apply. We wish we could compensate people for unforseen circumstances (injury, family emergency, etc) and we have designed our cancellation policy to be as compassionate as possible in the case that your plans change. To protect yourself further, we strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance.
For residential retreats:
Up to 60 days prior to the start of the event: full refund (excluding deposit/admin fee).
60 – 30 days prior to the start of the event, provided your place is filled by another person, you may transfer the full credit (excluding deposit) to future events organized by Dina Cohen within the next 12 months from cancellation.
Less than 30 days prior to the start of the event, no refunds or credits, however you may transfer your credit (excluding deposit) to another person for the same event.
Cancellation, for whatever reason, must be notified in writing to Dina Cohen via email: dina@dynamicflowyoga.com