3+ night 'Art + Asana' Yoga Holiday with flexible dates at eco-retreat island, Palawan, Philippines

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Dryft Darocotan Island, Darocotan Island, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
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Up to 18 in group
Date
4 Days Package (3 nights)

Retreat Highlights

  • 3+ nights days of mind, body + soul nourishing practices
  • 2 yoga sessions/day + meditation & pranayama
  • Mindful creativity workshops
  • Complimentary Traditional Filipino Massage
  • All eco Yoga Equipment included
  • Remote paradise island w/ private beach
  • Range of unique, eco-lux accommodations to call home

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

Nurture your Creativity


Join us at DRYFT for an inspiring blend of artistic exploration and yoga relaxation with our Art + Asana Yoga Holiday. Available from now until July 31, and again from 1 - 31 October 2024, this unique program blends the physical alignment of yoga with the expressive release of art, offered in a format that lets you pick your dates and define your personal retreat experience.
Your length of stay will determine how many sessions are included in your package, but there is always opportunity to book additional sessions with Daria, subject to availability.


What to expect
Flexible stays
Choose your own arrival and departure dates with a minimum stay of three nights. Whether you're looking for a short getaway or an extended retreat, our schedule accommodates your needs.


Twice daily Yoga
Engage with yoga twice a day in sessions designed for all experience levels. Each class is tailored to help you refine your practice and find inner peace.


Mindful Creativity Workshops
Delve into various forms of artistic expression through our specially curated workshops. Each workshop is crafted to spark your creativity and enhance your yoga experience.



3-4 night stays include:
2 x mindful creativity workshops
1 x Filipino massage
 

5-6 night stays include:
3 x mindful creativity workshops
1 x Filipino massage
 

7+ night stays include:
5 x mindful creativity workshops
1 x Filipino massage



Workshop Highlights
 

NEUROGRAPHIC ART WORKSHOP
Explore the fascinating world of neurographic art, a creative method designed to visualize and transform your inner thoughts. Participants will be guided through a series of steps to draw and connect lines and shapes, reflecting their subconscious mind. This process helps in smoothing out mental conflicts and promoting a sense of calm and mental clarity.
 

HEALING MANDALA DRAWING 
In this therapeutic session, participants will learn how to design and color mandalas. Creating mandalas is an ancient method known for its meditative benefits. The repetitive motion of coloring and intricate detailing helps reduce stress, enhance focus, and encourage a meditative state. Each participant will create a unique mandala that resonates with their personal journey of healing and self-discovery.
 

MACRAME WORKSHOP
This workshop offers a hands-on experience in the craft of macrame, focusing on basic knotting techniques to create a small, decorative piece. Macrame is not only a creative outlet but also a meditative practice, as the rhythmic pattern of knotting induces relaxation. Participants will leave the session with a finished product, such as a wall hanging or a plant holder, and the skills to continue crafting at home.
 

BEACH MANDALA CREATION
Set on the picturesque shores of DRYFT, this workshop allows participants to use natural elements like sand, shells, and stones to create beautiful, natural mandalas. The activity emphasizes the beauty of impermanence and the practice of mindfulness. As tides erase their creations, participants learn to embrace the flow of nature and the transient aspect of life.
 
 

JOURNALLING WORKSHOP
This workshop is designed to introduce various techniques of journaling that aid in personal reflection, emotional expression, and mindfulness. Through guided prompts and activities, participants will explore different styles of journal writing, from gratitude journals to stream-of-consciousness writing. The workshop aims to provide tools for ongoing self-reflection, stress relief, and creative expression.
 

YOUR CREATIVE JOURNEY AWAITS
This more than just a personal retreat; it’s an opportunity to explore and express yourself through yoga, mindfulness and art. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned practitioners, this flexible wellness holiday promises a revitalizing and creative escape!

Schedule

ARRIVAL DAY
Arrival / Check-in / Welcome – from 2pm
Yoga Class – PM
Sunset on the beach
Dinner


TYPICAL DAY
Yoga Class – AM
Breakfast
Mindful creativity workshop
Free Time - beach, massage, private tuition, etc.
Lunch
Free Time – snorkelling, kayak, SUP, relaxing in a hammock, etc.
Yoga Class – PM
Sunset on the beach
Dinner


DEPARTURE DAY
Yoga Class – AM
Breakfast
Check-in / Hugs & Goodbyes
Shuttle boat & taxi to El Nido town @ 11am
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon DRYFT, Dryft Darocotan Island, Darocotan Island, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

Directions

Arrival by airplane:
The best way to reach Dryft is to fly to Manila airport and then take a second smaller flight to El Nido (Lio) Airport.

Free shuttle transfer:
We provide a free shuttle service that leaves from TownSquare in El Nido town at 13:00.
Your return free shuttle service leaves Dryft at 11:00 to return to El Nido town.
The shuttle takes about 45 minutes by car/van, followed by a 15-minute boat ride.

Private airport transfer:
Private transfer from/to the airport or El Nido town at alternative times can be arranged for an additional cost.

Accommodation

Glamping does not get better than this! We have a range of completely unique and luxuriously quirky accommodations for you to make your home during your yoga holiday. Artistically constructed from locally sourced, natural materials, all rooms feature stunning ocean views, comfortable queen-sized beds, private balconies, and all the amenities you need to feel at home. Choose from: - One-of-a-kind Lux Tipi - Datu Huts - Iconic Hive huts - Bijou bamboo Kubos - Puno Huts - Puno Pods - Glamping Tents The Lux Tipi has its own private bathroom, while the remaining rooms have shared bathrooms. All rooms are situated ON the beach, so look forward to being lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore!

Glamping Tent

Accommodation
Our beachfront glamping tents offer breathtaking ocean views and are only steps away from the water. The tents have power to charge your devices and come equipped with a fan. You'll fall asleep on a plush, queen-sized bed to the sound of the waves lapping at the shore and awaken to the tropical melodies of the island birds.

Puno Pod

Accommodation
Our Puno Pods offer an intimate sanctuary, inviting you to unwind and connect with the beauty of the ocean just steps away. The serenity of these unique, coco-fiber-roofed retreats, featuring walls adorned with white beeswax offer a cozy escape that seamlessly blends sustainable living with breathtaking coastal views. Experience a harmonious balance of eco-luxury and beach charm in these bijou bamboo huts. Perfectly sized for solo travellers or an intimate couple’s hideaway. Equipped with a comfy queen bed and electric fan.

Kubo

Accommodation
DRYFT’s twisted take on the traditional Filipino bamboo hut. Perfectly sized for one person or a couple, with comfy queen bed, electric fan and the white sands of the beach as your front garden! Bathrooms are shared. All DRYFT rooms are ON the beach – be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore, and wake up with the birds of paradise.

Puno Hut (formerly Datu)

Accommodation
Harmoniously blending nature-inspired design with sustainable luxury, our Datu huts are the latest addition to the camp. With walls coated in beeswax and a quirky roof made of our own, island-engineered, ‘coco-fibre’, these huts exude natural elegance and an inviting atmosphere. Perfect for solo travellers or couples. All DRYFT rooms are ON the beach – be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore, and wake up with the birds of paradise.

Datu

Accommodation
Under the shade of towering palm trees, our new Datu huts meld quirky charm with eco-friendly innovation. With walls crafted from beeswax and banig (woven palm), the Datu is not just a room but an ode to sustainability with a  beach view! ​A spacious sanctuary with plush queen bed - suitable for solo travellers or couples. ​(please see 'Puno Hut' for the room type formerly known as 'Datu') Amenities: Queen bed | Electric fan | Ocean views | Shared bathrooms

Hive

Accommodation
The individual, unique Hives showcase the masterful DRYFT architectural artistry – spacious, cool and comfortable - with awe-inspiring views of the ocean from creatively crafted bamboo decks. Curl up in ridiculously comfy queen sized beds, cool down with electric fans and soak up that view of the swaying palm trees on our private beach. Bathrooms are shared. All DRYFT rooms are ON the beach – be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore, and wake up with the birds of paradise.

Lux Tipi - unique, deluxe w/ ensuite

Accommodation
Our deluxe accommodation – a stay in the Lux Tipi is truly unparalleled! Indulge yourself with the ultimate island luxury – this room offers a glamping experience really unlike any other (if you can even still call it glamping!). Equipped with a queen-sized bed, private terrace, quirky furnishings and with its own private bathroom, this room is the ultimate treat to yourself. All DRYFT rooms are ON the beach – be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the waves gently lapping at the shore, and wake up with the birds of paradise.

Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
At DRYFT, we are not just another hotel or eco-glamping retreat. Since 2018, we have embodied the tribal essence of the Philippines' islands while using recycled fishing nets and other treasure trash with a creative and sustainable edge. Our unique architectural artistry can be seen in the 'mothership' restaurant, hives, bamboo huts, tipi and new Yoga Shala (under construction) that make up our paradise on Darocotan Island.

Meals

Menu Types

Serving a unique blend of local and Southeast Asian delicacies with a dash of island flavor, our talented Filipino chefs prepare a select menu of locally sourced food that changes daily.

What's Included

  • Daily yoga classes
  • Mindful creativity workshops
  • Guided meditations and pranayama
  • x1 traditional Filipino massage (60 mins)
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Herbal tea/coffee/filtered water
  • Accommodation
  • Shuttle transfer from El Nido town
  • Plenty of free time to dryft into relaxed, island yoga life!
  • Snorkelling equipment hire

What's Not Included

  • Flights & Visa (if required)
  • Snacks
  • Bar drinks
  • Private tuition
  • Extra massage treatments
  • Optional extra workshops
  • Optional extra excursions

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