Yoga Retreats in the Caribbean

Restore, renew, and reflect at these three yoga retreats set on idyllic tropical islands

 

These immersive adventures will have you relaxed, recharged, and balanced after a few days. Each is set in a unique tropical paradise where nature takes the lead. Magical settings surrounded by hills and forests, abundant with birdsong and wildlife, while overlooking sandy beaches and the Caribbean Sea, combined with expert instructors, will make this a memorable and rejuvenating experience.

Wellness Retreat with Lindsay Mensen

Amanera Resort and Spa, Dominican Republic

November 6-10, 2024

Amanera is one of two Aman Resorts in the Caribbean and the first to integrate a golf course into the landscape. The brand is known for its exquisite minimalism, exceptional service, obsession with privacy, and luxurious open spaces. Perched on a rugged 60-foot cliff on the north coast of the Dominican Republic overlooking the crescent-shaped Playa Grande Beach, Amanera is backed by mountains and jungle. With just 25 standalone casitas, each is positioned for maximum privacy on the hillside, allowing for ocean views; many have private plunge pools. Imagined as a tranquil sanctuary, the Aman Spa offers a holistic approach to wellness, featuring several signature spa journeys. With the jungle reserves right outside your doorstep, a hike or horseback ride might be on the agenda.

The Retreat

Join yoga instructor and wellness specialist Lindsay Mensen for this four-day grounding yoga escape. As the co-founder of the holistic lifestyle company KYN, which specializes in movement, nutrition, and self-discovery, Lindsay brings a wealth of knowledge to this four-day retreat at Amanera. The event includes daily restorative yoga and Qi Gong, a stability session at the gym, and a functional circuit-training workout. There will be guided meditation and breathing exercises every day. Unique spa treatments include two lunar baths in the privacy of guests’ casitas and a 90-minute treatment. Specifically focused meals, a nightly tea ritual with intention setting, and the finale, a closing cacao ceremony, are some of the activities included. For complete details: https://www.aman.com/resorts/amanera/exclus ives/wellness-retreat-with-lindsay-mensen

Nourish Your Soul Retreat

Jungle Bay, Dominica

November 9-16, 2024

On the island’s southwest coast, Jungle Bay is one of the frontiers in ecolodging in Dominica, known for its lush rainforests, pristine rivers, waterfalls, and virgin landscapes. Remote with a sense of wilderness, the 55-acre Ecolodge grounds are filled with almond and gamier trees and planted with lush tropical foliage, attracting hummingbirds and parrots. Accommodations are built using tropical hardwoods and are scattered about the wooded area set high on stilts to provide a breeze and views. The 35 spacious cottages have balconies and outdoor showers immersed in natural tropical aromas and sounds.

The Retreat

In this untouched paradise, you’ll find the perfect setting for a transformative retreat including yoga, meditation, yoga nidra & dance ceremonial experiences. Led by Alex Holiday, a lifelong student of nature and movement. She is an Ayurvedic health coach, yoga teacher, and sanctioned ceremonial guide. Paula Coyne, a certified yoga teacher with a background in healing transformations using various traditions, joins her. She is a clinical psychologist, reiki master, and stress reduction facilitator. Days will be filled with immersive experiences, from sunrise yoga sessions to moonlit meditations under the canopy of towering trees. This is your invitation to connect with the natural rhythms of the island and the essence of your being through relaxation and nurturing. The event price includes accommodation at Jungle Bay, as are three meals daily, airport transfers, three excursions showcasing the island’s diverse ecosystems, a 30-minute spa treatment, and more. Rates vary by room type from $3,520 to $3,670 for double occupancy and $4,625 to $4,925 single occupancy. For complete details, https://templedoorways.com/dominica or contact Jungle Bay at https://www.junglebaydominica.com/

Spiritus Retreat

Castara Retreats, Tobago

November 16-23, 2024

Set in the northeastern corner of Tobago, this unique rustic luxury eco-retreat is perched on a hillside with the rainforest as a backdrop and the ocean below. Declared a world natural biosphere reserve, the hillside is a rare ridge to the ocean ecosystem and home to the world’s oldest tropical rainforest reserve. Scattered about the properties’ 1.5-acre forest are 17 unique treehouse-like accommodations hidden behind tropical gardens and built to allow for gorgeous views of the Caribbean Sea. Open-air bedrooms, expansive decks, and hammocks strung ideally for ultimate afternoon lounging are found in each lodge. The beach is just a five-minute stroll away and is ideal for swimming and snorkeling along the coral reef. Castara village is nearby, allowing an authentic connection to the local fishing community.

The Retreat

This is the second in-house retreat at Castara. It is led by yoga instructor and wellness manager Judha Pacheco and her team. Spiritus will focus on seven days of gentle and spiritual movement, breathwork, and meditation. She is trained in the vinyasa style of yoga, a slow and steady movement that promotes strength, endurance, and suppleness. Judha also draws on other techniques like Chi Gong and fascial maneuvers to bring a deeper awareness of the flow of movement. The daily yoga sessions are based on vinyasa yoga and suit all abilities. They aim to deepen your relationship with the energy within you with a series of postures connecting breath to movement. All sessions take place in the yoga pavilion open to natural breezes from the rainforest with gorgeous views of Castara Bay and the ocean. The rate is $1,765 for the week, and the retreat includes seven nights of shared accommodations, daily yoga sessions, three healthy, vegetarian meals daily, airport transfers, beach barbeque with a boat trip, and snorkeling. For more details, www.CastaraRetreats.com.