LOVE AND Light RETREAT

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do, with your wild and precious life?” ~ Mary Oliver

Join us IN Thailand, September 2024

 

Vikasa, Koh Samui, Thailand

Nestled into a rocky cliff overlooking the blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand, the tropical island of Koh Samui provides the perfect backdrop to our time together.

Surrounded by lush jungles and rustic secret beaches, it is a wonderful location to unplug from the demands of our modern lives and absorb the tropical sunshine and nature’s positive energy.

Koh Samui is a secluded island paradise, yet easily accessible with direct flights from Bangkok or Singapore daily.

You will have the opportunity to explore the stunning natural surroundings of the island with its abundance of waterfalls, white-sand beaches and dense jungle.

Or you can simply relax by the pool or on the private beach, read, sleep, relax and recharge.

What’s included

  • 7 days and 6 nights in a spectacular retreat centre

  • Accommodation – see options below

  • Breakfast and dinner at Vikasa Life Café. Raw, vegan, vegetarian and non vegetarian options available.

  • Two yoga practices everyday

  • Optional workshops

  • Yoga mats and yoga props provided

  • Purposeful Gift Bag including Calm Buddhi Travel Bolster

What’s not included

  • Flights

  • Travel Insurance

  • Airport transfers from Koh Samui Airport (approx. AUD$26)

  • To add nights accomodation, contact events@vikasa.com

Optional Extras

  • Onsite Spa

  • Night Market excursion

  • Tamarind Springs excursion

  • Day trips (waterfalls, cultural trips, visit other islands)

  • Adventure sports (zip lining)

room types

We want to provide accommodation options to suit your budget and your travelling arrangements. You may be travelling alone or with a friend or partner. Should you have any questions on room types and options please feel free to ask.

All our rooms have a fridge, minibar, tea set, safe, hair dryer, vanity and free wifi. Bathrobes and basic toiletries are provided.

YOGA CAVE: $2,380 SOLD OUT

Yoga Caves are modest in size with a single bed designed for solo travellers. Small but comfortable and easeful with ocean views. Each Yoga Cave is climate controlled and has access to the shared bathroom facilities right next to the block.

LOTUS PAD: Single $2,860 / Double $2,350 per person SOLD OUT

With views over the ocean or nestled in the tropical gardens the lotus pads offer a beautiful and detailed space with expansive views. Most lotus pads have a private terrace, are either king or twin set up with their own ensuite. They’re conveniently located in the heart of the resort, close to the cafe and yoga shala.

PRANA CABANA… Single $2,950 / Double $2,410 pp SOLD OUT

PRANA CABANA PLUS: SINGLE $3,100 / DOUBLE $2,530 pp ONE ROOM LEFT!

Nestled in-between the beach and the jungle, these cabanas are just a short walk from the beach, perfect for a early morning swim or meditation. Prana Cabanas offer a range of quality rooms in freestanding structures, some with balconies. They have sea views, modern comforts and offer privacy in nature. King or twin configuration.

1 – 7 September, 2024

Arriving on Sunday 1 September, join us for a week of movement, meditation, connection, support, nourishment, and friendship!

The Love and Light retreat will offer yoga twice daily over looking the ocean. You will have time to explore the island, relax by the pool, swim, have massages – this is your opportunity to have the week that your body and mind needs.

This retreat is accessible to all ages, bodies, and experiences. From newbies to seasoned practitioners the practices will be accessible and meaningful. So, if you are wanting to explore your physical practice, learn more about yogic philosophy, or simply rest more we promise this will be a special week together.

Everything is an invitation, do as little or as much as you want. Get to know like-minded people and make some new friends.

Typical day on our LYFE Retreats

6:30 – 7:15 AM

Rise with the sun and join us for a morning meditation and swim

7:30 – 9:30 AM

Incorporating intention, breath, movement to explore the possibilities of a deeper physical and energetic experience.

9:30 – 11 AM

Enjoy a nourishing and absolutely delicious breakfast with a magnificent view at Vikasa Life Cafe.

11 AM – 5 PM

Free time to relax by the pool, get a spa treatment or massage, swim in the ocean, take a day trip or explore the island of Samui. Participate in a journaling workshop or dig deeper into the philosophy of yoga.

5:00 – 6:30 PM

An infusion of gentle, yin yoga , restoratives and/or yoga nidra.

6:30 – 7:30 PM

A delicious dinner awaits at Vikasa Life Café with new friends to get to know, and some optional afterwards

Pricing

YOGA CAVE SOLD OUT

Single Bed | shared bathroom

Single Occupancy $2,380

LOTUS PAD SOLD OUT

King /Twin Beds | ensuite

Single Occupancy $2,860

Double Occupancy $2,350

PRANA CABANA SOLD OUT

Private Villa | King /Twin Bed

Single Occupancy $2.950

Double Occupancy $2,410

PRANA CABANA PLUS SOLD OUT

Large Private Villa | Balcony

Single Occupancy $3,100

Double Occupancy $2,530

IMPORTANT Pricing details

  • Pricing is in AUD inclusive of accommodation, meals, and yoga

  • SINGLE is for one person

  • DOUBLE is for one person room share (specify king or twin beds)

  • $500 non-refundable deposit on all bookings

  • Payment in full is required by 31 July, 2024

  • All retreat payments are non–refundable

  • Travel insurance is recommended

love and light retreat

To secure your place on the Love and Light Retreat please complete the below booking form.

Within the message please specify the accommodation you are wanting to secure and if you are requiring a single or double occupancy. If double please advice of your travel partners details- name and email.

A member of the LYFE team will then be in touch to secure your booking and take deposit. A $500 deposit is required at the time of booking. This can be via a bank transfer or credit card via MindBody.

Additionally if you have any questions please feel free to utilise the form below, or email us directly at hello@yogalyfe.com.au or call 03 9696 9634

Denise Orloff and Tania Hall ARE THRILLED AND DELIGHTED TO BE HOSTING THIS YOGA RETREAT

Denise and Tania are at the heart of our retreat and are excited and honoured to be hosting and holding space for you during your stay.

Denise Orloff is the founder of YOGA LYFE. She has been a student of yoga since 1999, and taught extensively in the USA and Australia. Denise lives and breaths community and connection and is deeply grateful that yoga has provided a path to provide this.

Denise loves yoga retreats as they offer an opportunity to explore what it means to practice, often times with surprising results, and always with the promise of being well cared for. Expect lots of love, and laughter, and encouragement to explore the depths of your yoga practice with simply methodology you can take home with you.

Tania Hall has been practicing for over 15 years, initially using yoga as a tool to assist her to bring balance into her own life. An educator, teacher and healer, she has worked in the area of health and wellbeing for over 2 decades and is dedicated to both her own practice and sharing her gift with others.

Tania is incredibly passionate about her family and friends, and helping community — her infectious energy radiates from within and it is contagious. She continues to study with esteemed teachers around the world and is looking forward to sharing yoga tools she has discovered recently as well as offering some additional wellness routines like Gua Sha and Crystals.