8-Day Dhofar Safari in Salalah, Oman with yoga and meditation
8-Day Dhofar Safari in Salalah, Oman with yoga and meditation
As Sultan Qaboos Street Al Hafa Al Hosn Palace Western, 211 Salalah, Oman
Up to 10 in group
September 21 - 28, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Sunrise yoga, Qigong, and breathwork
- Guided meditations in natural “power spots"
- Ocean adventures with dolphins and snorkeling on coral reefs
- Oman’s unique heritage: ancient port cities, frankincense trees, and stories of the desert.
- You’ll stay in a luxury six-bedroom villa right on the white-sand beach of Salalah, enjoying healthy breakfasts, ocean views, and the comfort of a private retreat space.
- *Meet the New Year in Oman - one of the safest and most authentic countries in the world, recently opened to tourism
- *Fascinating natural diversity - lush valleys, canyons, waterfalls, deserts, islands, pristine beaches, and lagoons
- *Ancient heritage - explore the legendary frankincense trail, old trading ports, and desert legends
- *Daily sunrise practices - yoga, Qigong, and breathwork to energize body and mind
- *Meditations at natural “power spots” - deepen presence and reconnect with nature
- *Ocean adventures - boat trips, dolphin watching, and snorkeling on coral reefs
- *Luxury villa by the ocean - six-bedroom retreat house on a white-sand beach in Salalah, with healthy breakfasts included
- Mindful combination of yoga, Qigong, and breathwork and advantures. These sessions are designed for all levels and create a powerful, positive start to the day.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Alexander Katerinko (Alex) is a certified Shaolin qigong and (RYT 500) instructor, and sound therapist with over 10 years of experience. He is the founder of Meditation Hub Studio in Cyprus and the creator of the Synergia Method — a holistic system that integrates breath, movement, and sound for deep transformation and inner alignment.
Story:
For most of his conscious life Alex worked in a hazardous environment at a major international oil company, rapidly climbing the career ladder. However, in 2016 he experienced a transformation, after which he decided to leave the career as a top manager and dedicate himself to spiritual growth.
Path to Self: Initially, Alex attempted self-development in several areas at once: cooking, enology, Latin dances, learning foreign languages, music, freediving, yoga, qigong.
Gradually, practicing qigong and yoga became a part of his new life, and then he decided to travel the world to study various Eastern practices
Integration of Old Oriental Traditions:
Over time, it became clear to Alex that despite many contradictions, all ancient Eastern philosophical teachings and physical practices have many common principles. As a result of the unification of such principles, the Synergy was born. An important element of this system is the principle of reverse biological feedback, or somopsychics – where through certain physical practices we affect our psyche, allowing us to quickly relieve stress, achieve harmony, and increase the energy level of the body.
My mission:
To travel, spread knowledge, help people!
Invitation to Transformation:
I invite everyone to join me in exciting transformational journeys to various corners of our amazing Planet. Let's open the doors to a new state of happiness and harmony together!
Details of this retreat
Discover fascinating natural diversity of Dhofar region of Oman with its lush valleys, canyons and waterfalls, golden deserts, ancient frankincense trails, wild white sand beaches, and the endless Indian Ocean.
Explore ancient heritage of legendary Frankincense Trail, old trading ports, and desert legends.
Daily sunrise practices of yoga and gigong, meditation and breathwork to energize body and mind.
Chance for meditations at natural “power spots” to deepen your presence and reconnect with nature.
Optional Ocean adventures with dolphin watching, and snorkeling
7 nights accommodation by the ocean
3 daily nutritious meals
Airport transfers
Explore ancient heritage of legendary Frankincense Trail, old trading ports, and desert legends.
Daily sunrise practices of yoga and gigong, meditation and breathwork to energize body and mind.
Chance for meditations at natural “power spots” to deepen your presence and reconnect with nature.
Optional Ocean adventures with dolphin watching, and snorkeling
7 nights accommodation by the ocean
3 daily nutritious meals
Airport transfers
Schedule
8 Day Nature & Heritage Retreat in Salalah, Oman
A mindful journey through ocean landscapes, desert silence and ancient heritage.
The program may be adjusted according to weather conditions and the group’s energy.
Daily Morning Rhythm
(Every day except Day 1 and Day 8)
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
All morning practices take place outdoors, close to the ocean whenever possible.
Day 1 – Arrival in Salalah
• 10:00–11:00 Airport pick-up and transfer to the oceanfront villa
• Driving time approx. 20–25 minutes
• Check-in, time to rest, tea and fresh fruit
• Gentle beach walk and first contact with the ocean
14:00 Welcome lunch
• Introduction to the retreat, overview of the week, Q&A
• Time to settle in and relax
15:30 Trip to
• Al Mughsail Beach
A wide sandy beach framed by dramatic cliffs and the open Arabian Sea
• Opening circle, introductions
• Easy walk, ocean views, fresh air
• Time to unwind and land after the journey
Duration approx. 3 hours
Day 2 – Western Coast of Salalah
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 10:00
A scenic coastal journey along one of the most beautiful roads in Dhofar.
Highlights:
• Marneef Cave Area
Short coastal walk and viewpoints above the famous blowholes
• Jabal Shaat Viewpoints
Some of the most iconic panoramic views in Oman overlooking the ocean and mountains
• Fazayah Beach
Time by the sea and relaxed lunch stop
• Return to the villa in the late afternoon
Approximate timing and distance
• Duration: 6–8 hours
• Distance: approx. 180 km
Day 3 – Ocean Day
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Morning at the villa
Sea excursion
Departure at 14.00
• Boat trip from the Salalah area
• Snorkeling above coral reefs and dolphin watching
• Swimming, relaxation and coastal views, meeting sunset in the sea
Return to the villa at 19:00
Approximate timing
• Duration: 5 hours
• Boat time: approx. 3 hours
• Distance: 20–30 km
Day 4 – City Heritage & Valentine’s Eve
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 10:00
A shorter excursion day to leave space for the New Year’s Eve celebration.
City highlights:
• Sultan Qaboos Mosque
• Frankincense Museum
• Frankincense Souq
• Al Haffa Beach
Seaside promenade with cafés and local atmosphere
• Ain Razat Springs Park
• Traditional Market with spices and local products
• Lunch in a traditional local restaurant
Approximate timing
• Duration: 4–5 hours
• Distance: 25–35 km
Afternoon & Evening
• Free time to rest and prepare for the evening
• Sunset meditation on the beach at 17:30
• Special Valentine’s Day Dinner
Day 5 – Desert Experience
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 11:30
Welcoming the New Year with a transformative journey through inland to experience silence, space and ancient landscapes.
Highlights:
• Wadi Dawkha
• Frankincense tree plantations (lunсh)
• Lost City of Ubar area
• Photo stops in the most scenic areas
• Walking on sand dunes and enjoying the desert light – time for picture and videos
• Sunset meditation
Approximate timing and distance
• Duration: approx. 8 hours
• Distance: approx. 490 km
Day 6 – Wadi Darbat & Jabal Samhan
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 10:00
A day of valleys, mountains and wide horizons.
Stops include:
• Panoramic viewpoints above coastal plains
• Taqah Castle and historic Taqah area
• White sand dunes
• Gravity Point optical illusion
• Baobab tree
• Wadi Darbat
Light walks, viewpoints and calm atmosphere
(Dry season landscapes differ from monsoon images but remain impressive)
• Sheensheet Sinkhole
• Jabal Samhan
One of the most dramatic viewpoints in Oman with deep cliffs and ocean horizons
• Dinner near Taqah Castle
Approximate timing and distance
• Duration: approx. 8 hours
• Distance: 200–250 km
Day 7 – Eastern Coast of Dhofar
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 09:00
Deep journey through remote coastal landscapes.
Route & stops:
• Stone desert between Mirbat and Sadah
• Coastal drive from Sadah to Hasik
• Swimming stop at a white-sand bay
• Natif Waterfall area with lunch stop
• Wadi Al Nakheel
• High mountain viewpoint overlooking the coast
• Sunset seafood dinner in the historic fishing town of Mirbat
Approximate timing and distance
• Duration: up to 12 hours
• Distance: approx. 490 km
Day 8 – Departure
• Breakfast
• Packing and final moments by the ocean
• Airport transfers according to individual flight times
A mindful journey through ocean landscapes, desert silence and ancient heritage.
The program may be adjusted according to weather conditions and the group’s energy.
Daily Morning Rhythm
(Every day except Day 1 and Day 8)
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
All morning practices take place outdoors, close to the ocean whenever possible.
Day 1 – Arrival in Salalah
• 10:00–11:00 Airport pick-up and transfer to the oceanfront villa
• Driving time approx. 20–25 minutes
• Check-in, time to rest, tea and fresh fruit
• Gentle beach walk and first contact with the ocean
14:00 Welcome lunch
• Introduction to the retreat, overview of the week, Q&A
• Time to settle in and relax
15:30 Trip to
• Al Mughsail Beach
A wide sandy beach framed by dramatic cliffs and the open Arabian Sea
• Opening circle, introductions
• Easy walk, ocean views, fresh air
• Time to unwind and land after the journey
Duration approx. 3 hours
Day 2 – Western Coast of Salalah
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 10:00
A scenic coastal journey along one of the most beautiful roads in Dhofar.
Highlights:
• Marneef Cave Area
Short coastal walk and viewpoints above the famous blowholes
• Jabal Shaat Viewpoints
Some of the most iconic panoramic views in Oman overlooking the ocean and mountains
• Fazayah Beach
Time by the sea and relaxed lunch stop
• Return to the villa in the late afternoon
Approximate timing and distance
• Duration: 6–8 hours
• Distance: approx. 180 km
Day 3 – Ocean Day
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Morning at the villa
Sea excursion
Departure at 14.00
• Boat trip from the Salalah area
• Snorkeling above coral reefs and dolphin watching
• Swimming, relaxation and coastal views, meeting sunset in the sea
Return to the villa at 19:00
Approximate timing
• Duration: 5 hours
• Boat time: approx. 3 hours
• Distance: 20–30 km
Day 4 – City Heritage & Valentine’s Eve
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 10:00
A shorter excursion day to leave space for the New Year’s Eve celebration.
City highlights:
• Sultan Qaboos Mosque
• Frankincense Museum
• Frankincense Souq
• Al Haffa Beach
Seaside promenade with cafés and local atmosphere
• Ain Razat Springs Park
• Traditional Market with spices and local products
• Lunch in a traditional local restaurant
Approximate timing
• Duration: 4–5 hours
• Distance: 25–35 km
Afternoon & Evening
• Free time to rest and prepare for the evening
• Sunset meditation on the beach at 17:30
• Special Valentine’s Day Dinner
Day 5 – Desert Experience
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 11:30
Welcoming the New Year with a transformative journey through inland to experience silence, space and ancient landscapes.
Highlights:
• Wadi Dawkha
• Frankincense tree plantations (lunсh)
• Lost City of Ubar area
• Photo stops in the most scenic areas
• Walking on sand dunes and enjoying the desert light – time for picture and videos
• Sunset meditation
Approximate timing and distance
• Duration: approx. 8 hours
• Distance: approx. 490 km
Day 6 – Wadi Darbat & Jabal Samhan
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 10:00
A day of valleys, mountains and wide horizons.
Stops include:
• Panoramic viewpoints above coastal plains
• Taqah Castle and historic Taqah area
• White sand dunes
• Gravity Point optical illusion
• Baobab tree
• Wadi Darbat
Light walks, viewpoints and calm atmosphere
(Dry season landscapes differ from monsoon images but remain impressive)
• Sheensheet Sinkhole
• Jabal Samhan
One of the most dramatic viewpoints in Oman with deep cliffs and ocean horizons
• Dinner near Taqah Castle
Approximate timing and distance
• Duration: approx. 8 hours
• Distance: 200–250 km
Day 7 – Eastern Coast of Dhofar
06:45 Sunrise meditation
07:00 Light morning practice with yoga, qigong and breath awareness
08:00 Sound meditation in shavasana
08:30 Breakfast
Departure at 09:00
Deep journey through remote coastal landscapes.
Route & stops:
• Stone desert between Mirbat and Sadah
• Coastal drive from Sadah to Hasik
• Swimming stop at a white-sand bay
• Natif Waterfall area with lunch stop
• Wadi Al Nakheel
• High mountain viewpoint overlooking the coast
• Sunset seafood dinner in the historic fishing town of Mirbat
Approximate timing and distance
• Duration: up to 12 hours
• Distance: approx. 490 km
Day 8 – Departure
• Breakfast
• Packing and final moments by the ocean
• Airport transfers according to individual flight times
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Meditation Hub, As Sultan Qaboos Street Al Hafa Al Hosn Palace Western, 211 Salalah, Oman
Directions
Salalah international airport
Accommodation
The premium six-bedroom beachfront villa combines modern comfort with authentic Omani touches, offering plenty of space for both community and privacy. The villa features: 6 spacious bedrooms with ensuite or shared bathrooms Large living and dining areas for group gatherings A fully equipped kitchen Private garden and outdoor terrace Direct access to a pristine white-sand beach Daily housekeeping, Wi-Fi, and air-conditioning will be provided for your comfort. Wake up to the sound of the ocean, enjoy sunrise practices just steps from the beach, and relax in a space designed for retreat and connection. Your retreat will be in a premium beachfront property in Salalah. Set directly on a pristine white-sand beach, the villas offer the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and direct connection with the Indian Ocean. The neighborhood is one of the most desirable areas in Salalah: quiet, safe, and just a short drive from the city center. Within minutes, you can reach local cafés, traditional markets selling frankincense and spices, and the Sultan Qaboos Mosque. From this location, it’s easy to explore the region’s highlights: the lush Wadi Darbat, the UNESCO Heritage Sites of Al Baleed and Sumhuram, the blowholes of Mughsail Beach, and the dramatic cliffs of Jebel Samhan. Staying there means waking up to the sound of the ocean, practicing yoga at sunrise on the beach, and enjoying both tranquility and easy access to Salalah’s culture and nature.
Single room
2 persons in a double room
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
total 3 rooms available
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Wholesome vegetarian and plant-based meals made with fresh local ingredients. We cater to vegan, gluten-free, and other diets upon request. Please inform us in advance.
What's Included
- 7 nights accommodation in a luxurious premium six-bedroom beachfront villa in Salalah
- Daily healthy breakfasts, lunches and dinners
- Daily sunrise yoga, Qigong, and breathwork sessions
- Guided meditations and mindfulness practices
- Guidance and support from an experienced retreat leader
- All transfers from / to Salalah Airport (SLL)
- Transportation for the included group activities
- Nature trails, ocean, and beaches
- Fresh fruits and water
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Visas
- Insurance
- Meals beyond those listed in what's included
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