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8 Day Let the Sun into Your Heart Yoga Holiday in Vilankulo, Mozambique
Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel, Bairro 19, Rua De Outubro, Vilankulos, Mozambique
Beach Yoga Retreat Mozambique
This unique retreat combines a perfect blend of yoga, meditation, spa therapies, and natural beauty. The yoga practice calms the mind and gently reenergizes the body while the soothing spa therapies pamper the body, feeds the soul, and deepens the sense of relaxation on all levels of your being.
Meet the instructors
Gretha, Susana, & Gerry
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Highlights
- Daily yoga practices
- 1 one-on-one tailored mindfulness meditation session
- Enjoy a variety of relaxing massages
- All treatments use local and organic ingredients
- 1 trip to the islands of Bazaruto Archipelago
- Daily vegan breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- 7 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
8 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Portuguese
Group size: Maximum of 20 participants
Airport transfer included:
Vilankulo Airport
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
14:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
Facilities
- Gym
- Spa
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
This retreat will be held at Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel in Vilankulo, Mozambique. The hotel is situated on an elevated plateau with panoramic views over the archipelago, the lodge, á la carte restaurant, infinity pool, and the bar. In addition, the accommodation site has a fully-equipped wellness center that offers the finest in pampering and indulgence.
Luxury beach suites
The Luxury beach suite is a pied-àterre luxury self-catering unit with a king-sized bed, television lounge, fully-equipped kitchenette, private barbecue, terrace with sunbeds, and private splash pool.
Sea view bedrooms
As for the Sea view bedroom, it has an ensuite bedroom with a queen-size bed, shower, large veranda with sunbeds, and sea view that is overlooking the Bazaruto islands.
Garden suite
The Garden suites, although not having ocean views, offer the ideal sense of retreat, where you will be surrounded by luxurious gardens and beautiful birdlife. These suites have a private pied-à-terre luxury bedroom with a super king-sized bed that can be converted to two ¾ twin beds, DSTV, lounge, and a private terrace area in the cashew nut tree garden.
This bedroom can sleep a couple or two people in twin beds and two of these units have interleading rooms for families. The rooms are air-conditioned, spacious, and covered with modern boutique design. They also all have a mini bar, Internet access, and hairdryer.
All bedrooms are equipped with:
- Air conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Kettle
- Coffee and tea
- Mini bar
- Bath towels and bathrobes
- Hairdryer
Some amenities include:
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Shower gel
- Hand wash
- Hand lotion
- Toothbrush
- Personal safe
- TV
Program
Close your eyes and take a deep breath, imagine yourself on a very special trip to a tranquil and luxurious seaside resort in Africa. Your room is spacious, cool, and luxurious with an elevated sea view overlooking the islands, so beautiful, that it takes your breath away every time you see it.
Now imagine yourself calmly stepping onto your yoga mat and finding your breath again, greeting the day with an energizing yoga class. This retreat has yoga at its core combined with a complementary schedule of spa treatments, a tailored mindfulness meditation session, and healthy meals designed to refresh both body and soul.
The retreat also offers an amazing opportunity to explore and experience the natural beauty and wonders of the Bazaruto Archipelago or enjoy one of the many activities on offer. Or, simply laze by the pool with a good book!
A typical day
This retreat includes two daily yoga practice that are designed to be energizing and fun, as well as restorative and peaceful. Your day will be filled with one-on-one meditation and yoga practice and one group class. Some days will also include spa treatments as described below and free days can be spent exploring the beautiful surroundings or just relaxing by the pool.
The instructors together with the Bahia Mar Hotel team invite you to join this eight-day yoga retreat in the beautiful location of Vilankulo, Mozambique.
Why book this retreat
- 7 nights / eight days retreat program which can be flexible according to your schedule and bookable any time of the year
- All treatments use local and organic ingredients free of chemicals and parabens
- Located in one of the most beautiful Marine Park areas in the world, the Bazaruto National Park
- Delicious and healthy daily meals while you detox your body and promote weight loss
- Far from crowds and close to untouched nature and local culture
- Enjoy a series of different spa treatments during the entire stay
Instructors
Gretha
Gretha had fallen in love with all the wonders of yoga a long time ago, in her search to learn more, she completed her Hatha teacher training in 2018 and has been teaching yoga ever since. Recently qualified as a Yin teacher, her deep passion for yoga keeps growing and the love of sharing it continues to bring her great joy.
Susana
Susana was born in Lisbon and moved to Mozambique in 2009. She is leading the development of the Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel for 7 years now. Susana has a big passion for yoga and she is been immersing herself in the wellness industry for a few years now. Susana is a certified Hatha yoga teacher, Aerial yoga, Yin yoga and always deepening her studies with new approaches and new concepts in her classes.
Gerry
Gerry is currently in his final year of a four-year master's in Mindfulness-Based Teaching at the Center for Meditation Research and Practice at the University of Bangor, Wales, UK, one of the world's leading centers for mindfulness studies. Gerry specializes in mindfulness teaching and has been leading meditations and teaching eight-week mindfulness programs, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Life, for the past two years.
Location
This retreat will be held at Vilankulo, Mozambique. It lies at the gateway of the Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique's only underwater national park, which comprises five islands; Bazaruto, Benguerra, Margaruque, Bangue, and Santa Carolina (commonly known as Paradise Island).
Located where the azure waters of the Indian Ocean touch the palm-fringed beaches of Vilankulos on mainland Mozambique, it is the ultimate destination for visitors who want to experience the colorful local culture as well as the fabulous beauty of the Bazaruto Archipelago.
In addition, the hotel is also situated at the gateway of the Bazaruto Archipelago, the only underwater national park and the most beautiful marine park on the coast of southern. It is the perfect destination for lovers of azure waters and marine life.
Distances
- Vilankulo Airport (VNX), 8 kilometers
Features
Activities
- Horse riding
- Scuba diving
- Snorkeling
- Spa
- Stand up paddle boarding
- Swimming
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Balcony
- Beach
- Environmentally friendly
- Mini bar
- Restaurant
Services
- Hair dryer
- Internet access
Food
During this retreat, you will be served daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All the meals will be served by the kitchen team. Bahia Mar launched an amazing detox, salad, raw, and juicing menu from where you can choose your preferences. Moreover, you will also be served with a detox fruit juice and teas during the retreat.
Restaurant
The Bahia Mar restaurant is situated overlooking the lush garden and swimming pool with the stunning ocean view. Choose a table under the high thatched roof in the restaurant, on the sunny terrace, or sit in the garden under the shade of swaying palms. There is also a pool bar with space to relax on comfy chairs and soak in the amazing ocean vista.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Pescatarian
- Lactose Free
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
There are plenty of exciting activities and places for you to explore at the retreat site. The small fishing village of Vilanculos is considered the gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago. It has five picture-perfect islands that are all situated within the National Marine Park.
Bahia Mar is privileged to share these breathtaking attractions with their guests. They will provide free transport to and from most of the activities within Vilankulo.
Dhow trips to the islands
Enjoy an unforgettable day trip to the islands by sailing on a traditional wooden boat (dhow). You can either go for snorkeling or just simply relax and stroll along the deserted white beaches. Also, various dhow trips are available to the different islands as well.
Horse riding
You can enjoy horse riding along the beach, to the dunes, around the lakes, and even swimming with the horses. It is truly a great experience to get into nature and is a must for the horse lovers. Beginners are welcome too.
Kite surfing
Bahia Mar has the best spot for kite surfing in Vilankulo! If you are interested, you can go for the kite surfing baptism, learn how to kitesurf, or hire equipment to join a kiting safari.
Stand up paddleboarding
The blue and calm waters of Vilanculos’s bay are ideal for paddle standing on a board, known as one of the ultimate water activities. This activity is suitable for beginners, more experienced ones, families, or individuals.
Sunset cruise
You can go on a cruise to enjoy the stunning sunset from the water.
Scuba diving
If you are interested in scuba diving, Mozambique is one of the top ten diving destinations in the world, the diving around the Bazaruto Archipelago is magnificent.
Snorkeling
There are several stunning snorkeling spots within the Bazaruto Archipelago for you to explore. The most famous one is "The Aquarium," which is on the inside of a two-mile reef.
Vilankulo guide cultural tour
The guide for this tour is Faquiri. He is the best guide to show you around Vilankulo. He will take you to the market, church, orphanage, and will tell you all the history of this special place.
Spa treatments
During this retreat, you will be able to unwind with some of Bahia Mar's amazing spa treatments. The treatments included in this package are:
- 1 full-body relaxation massage
- 1 Reflexology session
- 1 Ayurvedic massage
- 1 Bahia Mar signature water massage
What's included
- 3 yoga group classes (Aerial yoga, Hatha yoga, Vinyasa yoga, and Yin yoga) - depends on the days of the week
- 4 one-on-one yoga sessions
- 1 one-on-one tailored mindfulness meditation session
- 1 full-body relaxation massage
- 1 Reflexology session
- 1 Ayurvedic massage
- 1 Bahia Mar signature water massage
- 1 trip to the islands of Bazaruto Archipelago
- Access to the gym and to any additional group classes
- 7 nights accommodation
- Airport transfers to and from the hotel
- Full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
What's not included
- Alcoholic drinks
- Additional activities
- Additional massages and treatments
- Airfare
- Personal expenses
- Traveling visa
How to get there
Recommended Airports
VNX
Vilankulo Airport
5 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Vilankulo Airport (VNX). Transfer from and to the airport is included. The Bahia Mar shuttle will pick you up from the airport. The hotel is situated just eight kilometers away from the airport, a 12-minute drive.
Vilankulos hosts an international airport with flights departing to and from Maputo and Johannesburg on a daily basis.
There are also flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to Vilanculos twice weekly, a great combination for a safari and retreat holiday!
Airport: Vilankulo Airport
Airport transfer included: Vilankulo Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 25% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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Last minute Discount
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