8 Day Yoga and Mindfulness Retreat in Vilankulo, Mozambique
Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel, Rua De Outubro, Vilanculos, Mozambique
Yoga with Meditation
The perfect space to slow down, reconnect and restore inner balance
Transformative Yoga and Mindfulness Retreat in Mozambique
This retreat will uniquely combine yoga practice with the core attitudinal foundations of mindfulness, the pillars of mindfulness practice. Each day, over an eight-day period, Bahia Mar Retreats will create a program of mindfulness meditation, mindful activities, and specifically tailored yoga practices, which will reflect each attitude. The attitude which you bring to your practice is very important and determines what you get out of it. Consciously cultivating them, therefore, can be very helpful in getting the most out of your meditation and yoga practice.
Meet the 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 brings her great joy.
Susana
Susana was born in Lisbon and moved to Mozambique in 2009. She has been leading the development of 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, Aerial yoga, and Yin yoga teacher and is always deepening her studies with new approaches and new concepts in her classes. In her last months she has been incorporating Traditional Chinese Medicine teachings to her Yin yoga practise.
Gerry
Gerry has completed a four year Masters in Mindfulness Based Teaching at the Centre for Meditation Research and Practise at the University of Bangor, Wales, UK, one of the world's leading centres for mindfulness studies. Gerry and his company, MindWise, specialise in mindfulness teaching and he has been leading meditations, mentoring, and teaching eight-week programmes, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, to clients all over the world. He also teaches mindfulness to school children aged 7-11 in Vilankulo. Gerry worked for many years in international marketing and entertainment before changing his life and pursuing his masters.
Highlights
- Mindful meditation, mindfulness-based activities
- Specially tailored yoga classes, all centering around the core attitudinal foundations of mindfulness
- Located in one of the most beautiful marine areas in the world, the Bazaruto Archipelago National Park
- One spa treatment included, using local and organic ingredients free of chemicals and parabens
- Retreat far from crowds and close to untouched nature and local culture
- The perfect destination for lovers of azure waters and marine life
- Modern-style and comfortable accommodation and facilities
- 7 nights accommodation with all meals included
Yoga styles
- Hatha Yoga
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
7 days with instruction in English
Staff also speaks English
Accommodation
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.
The Luxury Beach Suite is a pied-à-terre luxury self catering unit with king sized bed. It has a TV lounge, fully equipped kitchenette, private barbecue, terrace with sunbeds, and private splash pool.
The Sea View room has an en-suite bedroom with a queen size bed, shower, large veranda with sun beds, and sea view that is overlooking the Bazaruto islands.
The Garden suites, although without the ocean views, offer the ideal sense of retreat where you are surrounded by luxurious gardens and beautiful bird life. The Garden Suites have a private pied-à-terre luxury bedroom with a super king-sized bed which can be converted to two 3/4 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 inter-leading rooms for families. The rooms are air-conditioned, spacious, and covered with modern boutique design. All Garden Suites 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 bath robes, and hair dryer.
Amenities include: shampoo and conditioner, shower gel, hand wash, hand lotion, and tooth brush. It is also equipped with a personal safe and a TV.
Food
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.
During this retreat you will be served breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. All the meals will be prepared by the kitchen team. Bahia Mar launched an amazing detox, salad, raw, and juicing menu where you can choose your preferences. Moreover, you will also be served detox fruit juice and teas during the retreat.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Drinks
- Lunch
Food types
- Vegan Food
- Raw Food
Program
7 Attitudes of Mindfulness
- Beginners mind
- Non-judgment
- Letting go
- Non-striving
- Acceptance
- Patience
- Trust
A typical day
You will begin the day with a short meditation practice, followed by a discussion on the attitude of the day. The morning themed yoga follows, and you end the morning practice with a meditation put together specifically around the day's theme.
Yoga will continue in the afternoon and the retreat theme will also be reflected in a programme of mindful (and fun!) activities in the nature and beauty of the nearby beach and Indian Ocean and the amazing Bazaruto Archipelago just off the coastline.
You will conclude each day with a gentle evening meditation practice.
During your retreat you will also have free time to enjoy ocean-based activities, spa therapies, a visit to the local fishing village, or simply lounging beneath the African sun. Ultimately, this unique retreat will nurture both body and mind in one synergetic program.
What's included
Included
- 7 nights accommodation
- Full board vegan meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Water, juices, and teas
- Airport transfers to and from the hotel
- All classes as described in the program
- 1 spa treatment
- Boat ride to the yoga session on Death Island
- Access to the Bahia Mar gym
Not included
- Additional activities
- Additional massages and treatments
- Airfare
- Alcoholic drinks
- Travelling visa if applicable
Cancellation policy
Non-refundable
Retreat location
Open in Google MapsBahia Mar Boutique Hotel, Rua De Outubro, Vilanculos, Mozambique
This retreat will be held at Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel in Vilankulo, Mozambique.
It is located where the azure waters of the Indian Ocean touch the palm-fringed beaches of Vilankulos on mainland Mozambique. 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 Southern coast.
This is an ultimate destination for visitors that want to experience colorful local culture, as well as the fabulous beauty of the Bazaruto Archipelago.
How to get there
Vilanculos hosts an international airport with flights departing to and from Johannesburg on a daily basis. There are also flights from Maputo, and also from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP), a great combination for a safari retreat holiday.
Please book your flight to arrive at Vilankulo Airport (VNX). The Bahia Mar shuttle will collect you upon arrival at the airport. Transfer to and from the airport is complimentary.
Bahia Mar is situated only eight kilometers from the airport — a 12 minute drive.
Getting there
Nearest airport:
- Vilankulo Airport (VNX) · 5 km away
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8 Day Yoga and Mindfulness Retreat in Vilankulo, Mozambique