RETREAT OVERVIEW
Bamboo Retreat Venue is a magical place you want to return to time and again. A hidden gem tucked away on the peaceful and unspoilt beach of Polem in Southern Goa.
Polem is a beautiful secluded beach with a long sweeping crescent of golden sand sheltered by rocky headlands. From the beach you can see a tiny island out to sea and reach other secluded beaches by boat or on foot.
The tranquil retreat is located on the beach close to a small village for the perfect authentic Goan experience and low key nights of music around the beach fire. The more lively areas for a night out are just a short drive away so you can experience all the vibrancy and colourful energy that Goa has to offer.
There are two two fully equipped, shaded yoga shalas overlooking the beach with breathtaking views and a sea breeze to keep you cool. An opportunity to dive deeply into your yoga practice in simple surroundings and restore your elemental balance.
Each day will begin with a morning class of meditation and flowing asana to gently open the body and attune the mind to the breath. The afternoon class will be more restorative.
Between classes there will be time to relax on the beach, swim in the sea or take a massage.
There will be two yoga-free half days when you can head out and explore or take a boat trip in search of dolphins at sunrise or sunset, included as part of the retreat.
FOOD & ACTIVITIES
Between classes there will be time to relax on the beach, swim in the sea or take a massage. There will be two yoga-free half days when you can head out and explore close by towns or villages, or take a boat trip in search of dolphins at sunrise or sunset, which is included as part of the retreat.
Freshly squeezed juices, tropical fruit and teas will be offered from sunrise. Delicious Goan-inspired vegetarian brunch and dinner using locally sourced ingredients will be offered each day. On the last night there will be a special farewell beach dinner.
ACCOMMODATION
Bamboo offers beautiful beach huts and cabanas that blend into the natural surroundings.
The elegant glass-fronted cabanas have beautiful natural views, some with a glimpse of the sea, some in the spacious middle but no seaview, and some at the peaceful far back with a view over fields and hills. Each cabana features a large well furnished bedroom with a roomy open-roofed ensuite bathroom, A/C and ceiling fan, and spacious comfortable balcony with a hammock and seating to relax on.
The charming and comfortable seascape huts are located on the beach front with sea and sunset views, large comfortable bedrooms, modern ensuite bathrooms, A/C and ceiling fans, and balconies with hammocks.
A small number of beachfront huts and beachfront cabanas are available with direct ocean views.
Shared twin or double bed hut £995
Single occupancy hut £1175
Shared twin / double bed beachfront hut £1095
Single occupancy beachfront hut £1325
Shared twin or double bed cabana £1080
Single occupancy cabana £1300
Shared twin or double bed beachfront cabana £1235
Single occupancy beachfront cabana £1535
Prices are per person
It is possible to extend your stay and take additional nights at Bamboo Retreat.
RETREAT SCHEDULE
A ROUGH GUIDE TO HOW A DAY WILL LOOK
07.30: Wake up – Silent morning until 09.15
07.30: Pre yoga tea and small bite
07.40: Meditation & Reflection
08.00-09.15: Morning Yoga
10:00-11:00: Brunch
11:00-17:00pm: Free time with afternoon snack
15.30/16:00: Afternoon lunch snacks
17:00-18.15pm: Yin Yoga
19:00: Dinner
NB: There are two half day yoga days with only one practise on each of these days providing an opportunity to explore further afield and perhaps even have a dinner out...
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
What is included: Two yoga classes daily with two yoga-free afternoons (no yoga on travel days)
Morning super juice, tropical fruits & teas
Delicious and healthy brunch and dinner each day
Afternoon tea & unlimited water
Farewell beach dinner
Sunrise or sunset boat trip in search of dolphins
Whats not included : Your flight, Your transfers, Additional activities, Wellness treatments
Travel : Arrival is on 15 March, your accommodation will be available from 2pm. Departure is on 22 March, you will need to vacate your accommodation by 11am. There will be no yoga classes on travel days.
Goa International airport Dabolim (GOI) and Goa Manohar airport (GOX) can both be reached by direct international charter flights from the UK and other European countries, as well as by international scheduled flights via Delhi and Mumbai.
The journey from Dabolim is about 1 hour and 25 minutes and from Manohar it is about 2 hours and 25 minutes.
Taxis will be arranged for you at an additional cost and we will group people together where possible.
Please be aware that a tourist visa is required for travel to India. There is an online application process for tourist e-visas that is an easy and more affordable option. You can apply here https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html