Bamboo yoga retreat | goa, india
Standing proudly at the southern end of Patnem Beach in Canacona, South Goa; our bungalow style beach huts are built using local organic materials on the fine golden sand of Patnem Beach every season after the monsoon rains. Stylish, comfortable, private and eco-friendly, they are designed to blend beautifully with the breathtaking natural surroundings and to help you reconnect with nature. Whether watching the eagles soar overhead from the hammock on your balcony, or falling asleep to the sound of the waves, the normal stresses of life melt away as you open yourself to a more profound yoga practice.
Venue Details
- The Beach bungalows have beautiful natural panoramic views or sea views overlooking Patnem beach, and you can choose between a beachfront Sunset Bungalow, an Ocean Glimpse or Ocean Shala Bungalow, with partial views of the Arabian Sea, or a Temple Garden Bungalow, which is quieter at night with its peaceful garden setting.
- The boutique bungalows are designed to help you reconnect with nature. Whether watching the eagles soar overhead from the hammock on your balcony, or falling asleep to the sound of the waves, the normal stresses of life melt away and you will feel open to a more profound yoga practice.
- All the accommodation has one double or two single beds with comfortable European style mattresses, good linens and mosquito netting, set in a spacious airy room with plenty of room to hang your clothes and store your belongings and attached bathrooms with western-style toilets. Constructed to make use of the natural ventilation from the cooling breeze, they also have ceiling fans for more tropical times of the year.
- Accommodation in your own ensuite beach bungalow
– Freshly squeezed morning fruit juice, a fresh tropical fruit platter, tea
– Delicious substantial vegetarian Buffet brunch - Normal Check-In and Check-Out times are 2 pm and 11 am respectively.
- Please note that: Normal Check-In and Check-Out times are 2 pm and 11 am respectively. Guests may request Early Check-In and Late Check-Out subject to availability.
The following fees shall be applied for guests requesting Early Check-In (prior to 2 pm) or Late Check-Out (after 11 am and before 6 pm):
Early Check-In: Low season – €35 per person shared / €47 single; High season – €43 per person shared / €55 single; Peak season – €48 per person shared / €67 single;
Late Check-Out: Low season – €25 per person shared / €37 single; High season – €33 per person shared / €45 single; Peak season – €38 per person shared / €57 single.
Location
- Yoga at Goa stands proudly at the southern end of Patnem Beach in Canacona, South Goa, India.
- Distance from Dabolim Airport: 48 km
- Daily yoga classes are held in the Ocean Shala right on Patnem beach. With nothing between you and the Arabian ocean, it is the ultimate spot to salute the sun, whilst the sea breeze keeps you comfortable even in tropical temperatures. They also hold daily sessions in our Temple Shala, built on an ancient Hindu site. With a deck overlooking the sacred mountain at the end of Patnem beach, it’s perfect for a more quiet spiritual practice and meditation.
A typical retreat includes
- Peaceful garden setting
- Beachfront
- Sunbed
- Pool
- Onsite spa and treatment room
- Free WiFi in the lounge area
- Accommodation in your own/shared Bamboo ensuite beach bungalow
- Two long yoga sessions a day
- Meditation, Yoga Nidra and Pranayama
- Yoga philosophy or workshops
- Wake-up super juices, fruit and teas
- A large delicious vegetarian brunch
- An inspiring delicious dinner
- A boat trip to watch dolphins or for yoga practice on a remote Goan beach
- Beach group dinner
- Unlimited water and tea
Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
- Yoga Holidays, Yoga classes in the morning are more dynamic – Power-led Ashtanga, Vinyasa, and in the afternoon – Hatha based, Yin, Restorative or workshop.
- 2 x Yoga classes morning and evening 1.5 hours long each & meditation/pranayama
- With at least two group 1.5 hr yoga classes and a guided meditation every day at Bamboo Yoga Retreat you can create your own itinerary. So whether you want to completely immerse yourself in yoga practice, take some time out for sightseeing or just have some lazy days on Patnem beach, our versatile yoga holidays in South Goa, India are the perfect option.
- Your yoga experience will be flexible too, with flowing dynamic classes in the morning and more restorative sunset sessions. With a changing schedule of different disciplines, from Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow to Hatha, Sivananda, Iyengar and Yin, you have the chance to find the yoga classes and styles that work for you. The established resident yoga teachers adapt their classes to the individual needs of each student so that sessions can accommodate everyone, from absolute beginners to more advanced practitioners. All classes combine yoga poses with breathwork and meditation.
What's included?
- Accommodation in your own ensuite Bamboo Beach Bungalow
- Morning Meditation and Yoga class 1.5/2hrs
- Evening Sunset Yoga class 1.5 hrs
- Treatments and Spa special offers
Food
- The food, like every part of South Goa yoga retreat centers, is all about flexibility and balance. It is wholesome and nutritious, cooked with love and without compromising on flavour. The restaurant focuses on healthy locally sourced food, organic wherever possible and international cooking by a team of highly trained passionate chefs.
- For dinner, the menu changes daily, and includes delicious Indian and Asian vegetarian dishes and salads. Fresh sustainable fish and seafood are also possible to order on the day.
- All of it is lovingly prepared to help your body’s restoration and growth, but most of all to taste great! If you have special dietary requirements, or just don’t like spicy food – please let them know. Dinner can be ordered a la carte, or there is a big buffet in the restaurant if you are on retreat.
- Special meals around a communal table will be held every week for Yoga holidays, and a table is also set up on Patnem beach under the stars for special occasions.
- To start your day they prepare a freshly squeezed juice of the day, which could be watermelon and ginger, or pineapple lemon and mint, to cleanse your body and give you an energy boost for your sun salutations. There is also fresh tropical fruit salad every morning.
- A big brunch is served after the morning yoga session, homemade yogurt, local Goa bread, eggs and muesli, with some Indian-inspired vegetable dishes and salads for those who’ve built up an appetite with their exertions.
- Then it’s time to relax and watch the waves from the beachside lounge with herbal tea or Indian chai, along with daily specials based on seasonal produce from the local market.
- They serve a selection of tea and locally baked cookies in the afternoon, before your Yoga class to give you an energy boost.
- Yoga Retreats in Goa are full-board so that the menu can work with your program, whether supporting weight loss, detoxing the body or focusing on raw food.
- They offer refillable mineral water to eliminate plastic bottle waste, and use filtered water in the kitchen.
- With a team that is made up of Nepalese chefs and Heidi, who is a nutritional advisor, you will not be disappointed. The food is delicious; they are famous for their food!