Discover yoga's gentle embrace: mindful first steps into strength, flexibility and inner calm
Rodney says, "I recently stayed at La Casa de Loto, and it was one of the most enriching and peaceful experiences of my life. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warmth and openness, setting the tone for a truly transformative stay." See more
Sepke says, "I had an amazing stay with Danilo and Ilse. The setup of this retreat is great, but also leaving room for a very personal touch. It is great how they take the people into their home and make them a part of their family for the week." See more
Rishad says, "I had a very good day at the workshop. The day was quite intensiv but very interesting. I learnt a lot from Juiri and about myself. It is hard to express what actually i have received or to be more what i have lost but if i put it one sentence it would be." See more
Sivapathasunderam says, "Was apprehensive of going because of my health conditions and reserved only for two nights. Regret that very much as I wished I stayed longer. The staff are very understanding, attentive to your needs and kind." See more
Anonymous says, "I want to say a huge thank you to the whole team at Avalon for everything that they did for my group and I over our 4 day ayahuasca retreat. Everything was perfectly planned from start to finish to create a safe and loving space where we could fully experience and integrate the powers of Uni (ayahuasca), and everybody did everything and anything they could to support us." See more
Anonymous says, "Kind, caring and supportive! Thank you, Femke! " See more
Wren says, "I found this little sanctuary on Google so I was a little nervous that it would be a disappointment but I was very pleasantly surprised. There is a lot of heart energy in this place and it attracts kind and authentic people both with the staff and volunteers and the guests." See more
Beginner yoga retreats typically range from USD $150 to $550 per day, with most falling between USD $150-$480. Programs in India tend to be more affordable (around USD $150-$480 per day), while European and North American options generally cost more. Shorter retreats (1-7 days) are common for beginners, with some locations offering shared accommodations at lower price points. Many beginner-focused programs include meditation components alongside yoga instruction, with prices often covering accommodation, meals, and all classes. Package deals for longer stays (5+ days) sometimes offer better value per day.
A retreat absolutely can spark profound transformation - yet the real magic lies not in the retreat itself, but in how it creates space to recognize what's already present within. Traditional wisdom paths from Zen temples to desert monasteries have long known that stepping away from daily patterns allows inner clarity to naturally emerge. At a typical meditation retreat, participants often experience deep insights simply by sitting quietly and turning attention inward. Yet it's essential to understand that a retreat acts more like tilling soil than planting new seeds - it creates fertile conditions for accessing innate wisdom and wholeness that were there all along. Some seekers notice immediate shifts in perspective or behavior, while others find subtle realizations unfold over months or years after returning home. The key lies in approaching retreat time with genuine openness rather than forcing specific outcomes. When combined with skilled guidance and integration support, retreats can illuminate fresh possibilities while revealing that true change flows from touching what's eternally unchanged at our core.