DETOX YOGI : 6th – 9th November 2015

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If you are feeling the need to take some time out from your daily busy life, relax body and mind and cleanse inside and out in a gentle and nurturing way this is the right holistic break for you. Whether you are getting fit for summer, needing a detox after a summer of fun or before a festive season of Christmas parties…come and join us for some R&R.  We run 3 night and 5 night detox and yoga retreats.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

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Come and join us whatever your ability. Our yoga teachers are highly experienced and able teach from beginners to advanced levels. Our classes vary on which teacher is joining us, but are usually Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Ashtanga, Sivananda, or Yin. All classes cover pranayama, asanas and meditation to help increase oxygen flow, balance, clarity and a peaceful mind. Morning sessions are a more dynamic practice and the evening sessions are gentle with lots of stretches, meditation and relaxation.

 
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We bring our own talented chefs to our retreats who specialise in creating tasty nutritious dishes to energise you and make you happy. On the detox yoga retreat a lot of the food will be raw and you can learn how to make nut milks, raw juices and other yummy raw recipes, including raw chocolate.  You will learn that eating raw is tasty, healthy, easy, creative and inspiring.  We will give you a handout of the basics to get you started on your return home.  The menu is creative, imaginative and delicious. Our food is an important part of the weekend and we want you to enjoy it and to inspire you for when you get home.  There will be some cooked food too, to get the balance right.

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Our 3 day yoga detox retreats are Friday to Monday and we follow the same schedule as all our other well-being yoga retreats, however, the food programme is an introduction to detoxing with raw foods.  Our chefs are experts in raw food and with this knowledge they bring to you an introduction to food types that you would incorporate into a detox programme that is more intensive.  The yoga helps to cleanse the body and mind also and we have treatments to help support this process..  This retreat introduces you to what to expect for the 5 day detox retreat in a relaxed and friendly way, so if you wish to go further you already feel supported.

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Prices are per person, based on a twin share. Includes breakfast.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

YOGA IN INDIA: 17^th – 27^th 2016 dates coming soon

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If want to visit India for a yoga holiday, you’ve found the perfect location. Take your time. Ease your mind. Nurture your soul. Reconnect with your strength and inner wisdom.

Yoga classes are held in a magical forest setting. This spot was especially chosen for its replenishing energy. Whether you’re experienced or new to yoga, you’ll find practising ‘outside’ on our spectacular Pyramid Shala a highly rewarding experience – both physically and spiritually.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

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Inspired by the abundance of Mother Earth, the Yoga Farm is set in a lush forest valley. Rather than opposing or suppressing nature we have sought to unify and create harmony with the surrounding landscape.

Relax in a healthy environment, recharge for new projects and try out new activities. The Farm provides a perfect spot to observe monkeys, birds and butterflies and discover tropical nature. The Farm is located in an abundant green valley – with a clear creek – in beautiful South Goa, India.

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In the upper part of the Farm, we have created five secluded and exclusive rooms. A lush garden surrounds each cabana terrace with abundant greenery, ornamental plants and fruit trees. The bedroom can be completely opened to the outdoors, bringing the sacredness of nature inside. Attached is a spacious, open-air bathroom, tastefully decorated with furniture and various thematic gardens.

To be true to nature all our accommodation has been built with natural materials including bamboo, wood and canvas.

The comfortable rooms are furnished with a double bed, mosquito net, table, chairs and facilities for storing personal belongings. We provide clean sheets, towels, ecological soaps and for the cooler nights warm blankets. The bathrooms come with eco-friendly compost toilets and open-air showers.

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Everything is freshly harvested from the organic farm and lovingly prepared with attention to detail in the restaurant. The focus is on vegetarian, vegan and raw food. Enjoy juicy tropical fruit, crunchy organic vegetables, crisp salads and fragrant herbs while sipping on an energising juice or sweet, colourful herbal tea. First thing there’s fresh fruit salad, fresh juice of the day and chai early am, then a buffet vegetarian brunch after yoga and buffet vegetarian dinner in the evening.

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The exquisite lodges have been designed to work in harmony with the natural surroundings. If you have ever dreamt of living in paradise – this is it. Come to be restored and inspired.

Please note flights are not included in these prices.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

YOGA HOLIDAY IN BALI – 16th – 27th July 2016

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Our holidays and workshops are becoming more and more popular, and we are sure this one will be no different. This yoga workshop in Bali promises to be an experience of a lifetime it’s perfect for yoga enthusiasts and the more active as we also offer snorkelling, diving and other excursions. Or you can simply relax under a palm tree with a good book watching the world go by. This holiday offers something for everyone. Come and live in harmony with the elements, a revitalizing experience that will energize every cell in your body.

The Indonesian island of Bali is well known for being a tropical paradise, but there is so much more to uncover.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

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The Siddhartha Resort & Spa is situated directly on the beach in the small village of Kubu on Bali’s north-east coast, far from all the commercial tourism. The 30 bungalows & villas blend in perfectly with the enormous 2.66 hectare surrounding terraced landscape.  Siddhartha is the ancient name for Buddha & means something like: “To become enlightened”, here you will still be able to experience the real Bali with its’ cultural and typical way of life, Siddthartha has become integrated into the community of the neighbouring village of Kubu and the ceremonies that guests are allowed to attend are genuine, & not shows created only for tourists.
Siddartha is just a three hour drive from Denpasar airport and passes by rice terraces, temples and small villages, its an ideal opportunity to receive that first impression of the beautiful landscape and the diverse culture of Bali.

Siddartha is a “Boutique” resort that offers some beautiful accommodation that will suit almost all needs and budgets, some villas are ideal for sharing with family or friends and a few offer complete privacy. Accommodation is based on bed & breakfast. Superior Bungalows x 4 (£1115 Double or £1280 Single) Single bungalow with double bed, fan, a/c, minibar, safe, telephone,
shower/toilet, terrace, partial sea view.

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Breakfast is served buffet style daily in the main restaurant. The restaurant at
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Siddartha is a “Boutique” resort that offers some beautiful accommodation that will suit almost all needs and budgets, some villas are ideal for sharing with family or friends and a few offer complete privacy.

Prices are per person, based on a quad, triple or twin share. Includes breakfast.

Please note flights are not included in these prices.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

YOGA + DIVING TOBAGO 18th – 25th September 2015

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Welcome to a yoga holiday with a difference! We invite you to live in harmony with the elements, a revitalising experience that will fill every cell in your body with energy and relaxation. Our professional team are delighted to offer you a unique and bespoke week where we don’t expect anything from you, instead we let you decide what you’d like to do and we help to make it happen. You may have no yoga experience, or any diving experience. You might be experienced in both… to us that doesn’t matter. We are here to help you enjoy the perfect holiday, spending your time as you want.

We will stay at Toucan Inn, on the South West of the island of Tobago. A short stroll from this boutique hotel the beautiful sandy beaches await you.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

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The two islands of Trinidad & Tobago are quite different. Trinidad, the larger, has an area of 1,864 square miles which dwarfs nearby Tobago, only 21 miles away, with its 116 square miles area.

Both islands have mountain ranges (more precisely ‘hills’ in the case of Tobago), rainforests, savannahs and, of course, the famous Caribbean coastlines along the north and east regions. Offshore are smaller islands and coral reefs. These combine to give Trinidad and Tobago the most diverse flora and fauna of all the Caribbean islands.

The capital of Trinidad is the Port of Spain, with a population of approximately 52,000. Meanwhile the total population of both islands amounts to 1,260,000. The southernmost of the Caribbean islands, and only 10 kilometres (7 miles) off the Venezuelan coast, the twin islands of Trinidad and Tobago geologically are an extension of South America. They are therefore an ideal introduction to the wildlife of the neo-tropics and what better way to watch animals than in a year-round temperature of 29° C (83° F), from beautiful beaches with tropical palms or in mountains with lush, verdant rainforests!

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Day 1: Arrive at Toucan Inn. 18.00 meet for opening dinner at Toucan Inn’s restaurant, Bonkers.

Day 2-6:

8.00-9.30 am: Morning yoga practice, including breath work and relaxation, setting you up for the week, finding your flow. The day is then free for you to enjoy a delicious lunch around the pool or explore the local, sun-drenched beaches. Private, bespoke yoga sessions (at no extra charge) can be booked to suit your needs.

5.00-7.30 pm: Meditation enjoying the most stunning sunsets, including breath work, yoga and relaxation. The rest of the evening is free for you to spend at your leisure.

Day 7:

7.00-9.00 am: Sunrise meditation, yoga and relaxation. Followed by breakfast and free time to exlore. Bespoke and private yoga available to book.

Day 8:

7.00-9.00 am: Sunrise meditation, yoga and relaxation, rounding up the week, allowing for reflection, digestion and integration of what the week has offered you. Closing meditation.

Gathering of the team while enjoying a delicious brunch on the restaurant terrace before transfer to Tobago Airport.

Tobago is an island with so much to offer and is a great destination for your non-diving friends or families. You can relax around the fresh water pool or take a short stroll from the hotel to Store Bay Beach; walk just a little further to the famous Pigeon Point Beach where your white sandy beach awaits.

The Tobago Forest Reserve claims to be the oldest protected forests in the Western world. This forested area has great many species of birds, mammals, frogs, snakes and butterflies.

R&Sea Divers will show you there’s also plenty to see beneath the water. The nutrient rich waters surrounding Tobago attract a wide variety of coral and fish life. Jewel-toned Creole Wrasse chase each other through schools of silvery Bermuda Chub over reefs covered with multi-coloured corals and sponges twisted and sculpted by the currents. Under the ledges, Morays and Nurse Sharks can often be seen.

Although much of the scuba diving here in Tobago is drift diving, the currents vary in strength from site to site, so there is something here for every experience level from novice to the most experienced scuba diver.

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Toucan Inn is a small and friendly 20 room hotel with teakwood Caribbean Style décor set amidst an oasis of lush tropical gardens. It has a wonderfully relaxed ambience, keeping guests coming back for more.

Accommodation includes a choice of a cabana round the pool or a room around the garden. Both have en suite bathrooms and air conditioning.

From the moment you step through the archway at Toucan Inn you will be made to feel welcome.

Kariwak is an alternative accommodation option at an additional cost. Surrender to the experience fully by taking advantage of their quiet, open spaces… the Jacuzzi, the hammocks, the gardens. Soothe your soul with ancient and new mind-body practices from meditation to massage.

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Prices are per person, based as a twin share, as follows:

10 Dive package: £260

Please note: Flight availability and prices are for the first 10 places booked. Anyone booking after this, the price is subject to change.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

YOGA & SURFING CORNWALL 29 March – 5 April 2013

& 5 – 12 April 2013

Available as a 3 night (weekend), 4 night (mid week) or 7 day (full week) option

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This retreat is for surfers who want to get into yoga or for yogis who want to learn to surf, or for anyone who wants to enjoy the great combination of yoga and surfing! The yoga practice helps to enhance your balance, concentration and flexibility to help you get up, and stay up, on your surf board. Through your yoga practice you will learn how to enhance performance, prevent injury and feel calmer, more relaxed and more focused – perfect when undertaking surfing!

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

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The retreat is held near Polzeath surf beach, close to the quintessential Cornish fishing village of Port Issac.

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An old mill has been converted into the main farm house, with 4 double/twin rooms all en suite. It also includes two spacious living areas and a large kitchen where everyone gathers to eat.

‘Julians House’ is attached to the main house and sleeps 4. It has a cosy lounge area with a wood burning stove and private kitchen… a real seaside getaway.

If you love the outdoors, try staying in our eco-pods for some serious glamping! The eco-pods are wooden structures insulated with sheep’s wool, equipped with a decking area and offer spectacular sea views.

Yoga sessions are held in a beautifully restored and converted barn, a clean open space which is perfect for calming the mind.

The retreat is a stone’s throw from it’s own private beach, with no neighbours as far as the eye can see… a truly magical place with amazing sunsets over the south west coastline.

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A typical day in Tregardock Farm includes:

8.00 am: silent meditation walk to the beach
8.30 – 10.00 am: morning yoga practice
10.15 am: brunch served
11.00 am – 6.00 pm: time for surfing (or other activity*, walk, have a treatment etc.)
6.30 – 8.00 pm: evening yoga practice
8.30 pm: dinner

* Please note: Activities including surf lessons, sailing, waterskiing etc. need to be pre-booked).

We have teamed up with Pete from Surf’s Up Surf School, have the best team to learn surfing in Cornwall. We can take you climbing or coasteering, to bring you all the adrenaline sorts on and off the rocks! In addition, Camel Estuary Ski School are on-hand for anyone wanting to try water-skiing. Follow each of the above links to find out more about Surf’s Up and Camel Ski School to find out more about who they are and what we can offer you during your time with us. Please email us with your requirements and we can organise a bespoke adventure package for you!

For those seeking quieter activities, the surrounding coastline is Cornwall at its best. There are miles and miles of coastal paths to explore, beautiful sandy coves to picnic and watch the waves rolling in. For more information about Polzeath and the surrounding area click here.

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Barn:£395 per person (3 night stay), £395pp (Monday-Friday, 4 night deal), £675pp (7 night stay)

Eco-pods: £325pp (3 night stay), £355 (Monday-Friday, 4 night deal), £575pp (7 night stay)*

If you wish to stay for 4 nights outside of the Monday-Friday deal it is an extra £95pp (per night) in the barn and £80pp (per night) in the eco-pod.

The above prices are based on two people sharing a room. Single supplements are available for an extra 40% per person. All bespoke treatments and activities are extra.

* Price includes linen for the eco-pods.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

DATES

1st – 8th July 2015

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Our magical yoga retreat in Santorini, Greece, is a popular destination for many. The wonderful heart warming people of Greece, the food and the climate may make this one of our best locations.

We invite you to indulge in first class yoga, sun, sea and the most breathtaking sunsets. We will live in harmony with the elements on the edge of one of the world’s largest volcanoes whilst diving into the practice of yoga.

If you have always wanted to try yoga, or go on a yoga retreat, or if you are an experienced yogi globe trotter this week is perfect for you. This is a tailor-made week to please you, giving you a yoga experience of a lifetime!

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

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The retreat is held at the stunning Hotel Pelagos, set at the bottom of the hillside in this magical volcanic island, just outside the very beautiful village of Oia.

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Our stay at Hotel Pelagos is amongst vineyards and gardens, providing a beautiful, relaxing setting in which to fully unwind. Lounge by the pool or take a short walk into the beautiful village of Oia, or the nearby beaches. In addition to a stunning location, the restaurant at Hotel Pelagos offers home grown fruit and vegetables of an amazing quality and taste due to its unique climate and volcanic soil. The kitchen garden, where fruit and vegetables are grown organically, produces a mouthwatering selection including cherry tomatoes, white aubergines, cucumbers, courgettes, grapes, figs, melons and watermelons. From the garden, to the kitchen, to your table – with utmost care and love.

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We offer two yoga sessions each day, one morning and one early evening. Each day is varied to ensure you have a truly relaxing experience, following an easy yogic flow.

A day could, therefore, include:

• Waking up with the Greek sun, morning practice in the gentle shade of grape vines, a leisurely brunch before you lie by the stunning pool, take a swim or head down to the beach for the day, reading the book you have wanted to all year but not had the time.
• You could visit Oia, a stunning town located on the volcanic hillside of Santorini, perfect for those who want to explore the Greek life further. In Oia you will find stunning shops and unique restaurants with delicious Greek cuisine as well as quaint coffee houses where you can enjoy Greek yogurt dripping with honey whilst watching the stunning view of the caldera; something not to be missed.
• Enjoy the yummiest massage ever! It includes a natural salt scrub under the open sky, and a full deep tissue massage with your chosen aroma. Truly delicious… tempted???
• We seal our day with yoga and meditation under the cooler Greek sun; digesting the day and your practice.

As the day closes we will enjoy healthy nourishing food prepared with love by our caring hosts; feeling utterly satisfied.

Additional activities include the opportunity to go for long walks, sail on the Aegean blue sea, hike the live volcano (an amazing experience!) or visit the volcanic hot springs. We also offer a day to a family run vineyard where you can enjoy yet more Greek cuisine and wine tasting.

This is your time off and we promise you an experience where you will be nourished in every way possible, giving you an experience to remember!

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£699 per person (excluding flights). Please note, there is a single room supplement of £30 per day.

The Santorini Yoga Retreat includes:

• 7 night’s bed and breakfast
• 1 group supper
• First class yoga tuition
• Meditation
• Stunning settings
• Unforgettable experiences and new friendships!

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2016 Dates to be confirmed (7 nights)

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Stay in the luxurious villa Casa de Colinas, on the western Algarve, Portugal. This retreat includes lovingly cooked food, twice daily yoga, a beautiful swimming pool and wonderful  beaches a short drive away.

Early morning mediation, hatha yoga and vinyasa flow sets you up for the day ahead where the time is yours to relax by the pool with a good book, go to the beach or explore the local area.  As the day cools down we come together in the late afternoon for our yoga practice.  Our aim is to work intimately with our clients to suit individual needs.  This is the perfect retreat for anyone that is just starting yoga or would like to deepen their own practice.

This retreat is all about relaxation and rejuvenation.  A variety of yoga sessions are combined with plenty of free time to spend as you please.

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Casa de Colinas is a luxurious villa, based in a secluded location just north of the beaches and the town of Lagos, on the western Algarve, Portugal.

The villa sleeps 8 in 4 rooms, with either double or twin beds. All rooms are en suite and have air conditioning.

This retreat is half board with breakfast and either lunch or dinner.  On days when dinner is not included we will eat at a local restaurant, or you are welcome to use the cooking facilities in the villa.

Bookings are welcomed from individuals, friends and couples.  We can also cater for families and private groups who would like to experience their own exclusive retreat. A personalised schedule can be organised on request. For more information please contact us by email or telephone,  07812 052 742.

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Early morning mediation and gentle hatha yoga sets you up for the day ahead where the time is yours to relax by the pool with a good book, go to the beach or explore the local area.  As the day cools down we come together again in the late afternoon for our yoga practice.  Our aim is to work intimately with our clients to suit individual needs.  This is the perfect retreat for anyone that is just starting yoga or would like to deepen their own practice.

This retreat is all about relaxation and rejuvenation.  A variety of yoga sessions are combined with plenty of free time to spend as you please.

Additional activities which are available locally include:

Horse riding
Dolphin watching
Sea kayaking
Boat trips

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£599 per person (excluding flights).

The retreat includes 7 nights half board, 2 daily yoga sessions and meditation.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

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DATES 

18th – 25th May 2016 & 25th May – 1st June 2016
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Join us on our Yoga & Diving in Egypt Holiday. Swap your yoga studio for the back drop of Marsa Shagra in Egypt! This relaxing environment is the perfect destination for yoga enthusiasts of all levels, offering warm sun drenched beaches and the wonderfully clear Red Sea. The retreat offers you a range of amazing experiences including yoga, meditation, massage, camel rides, star gazing in the desert, snorkelling the fantastic house reef and learning to scuba dive!

The retreat includes two yoga classes per day, which take place in a magnificent tent on the beach right next to the sea.

YOGA LIFE RETREATS love our time at Marsa Shagra. It provides provides a yoga experience that is both special and inspirational, enabling each of us to feel at one with the elements.

Led by experts in their field, the week will give you an introduction to both yoga and diving. It is suitable for everybody – divers and non-divers, experienced yoga practitioners and beginners.

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.

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Marsa Shagra is an eco resort on the southern Egyptian coast near Marsa Alam. It is one of the most popular diving destinations in the world and is renowned for its coral reefs. Marine life in the nearby waters include dolphins, sharks, turtles and an abundance of hard and soft corals.

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There is a wonderful choice of accommodation available. Tents are a hallmark of Marsa Shagra, sitting perfectly on the waters edge, just meters from the shoreline. Upgrades are available at an additional cost.

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For a diver and free diver, the essential elements of yoga can significantly assist with your air consumption. Breathing exercises, or pranayama, are fundamental in yoga and are ideal for improving lung capacity and encouraging effective, steady breathing. Specific exercises can also help improve core stability of the lower back, which for a diver is of great benefit when carrying diving equipment. Core strength also helps with finning technique, stamina and general fitness and ultimately extending the length of time you are able to enjoy underwater.

The yoga diving course combines techniques of hatha yoga, asanas (postures), pranayama and meditation with scuba and apnea (breath-hold) diving in a beautiful, natural environment. This approach gives us remarkable encounters with nature  and helps us feel stillness, relaxation and altered states of consciousness. Taught together, diving and yoga can open you to different worlds, both inner and outer.

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From £995 per person – includes flights, transfers to and from Marsa Alam International Airport, 7 nights full board and 6 days yoga tuition (2 classes per day).

Variables are dependent on flight prices (book now for a cheaper flight) and on accommodation type (basic price is for Safari beach tents, more for lodges and en-suites).

For further information or to make a booking please contact us by email or telephone, 07812 052 742.