About this retreat:   YOGA / MEDITATION / BREATHWORK/ FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT/ ZENTHAI BODYWORK/ AYURVEDA/TEA CEREMONY 

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Explore your inner and outer environment and reconnect with yourself, nature and the flow of life. This trip is a transformational, integrative learning experience. This trip is best with a partner or friend, but also open to solo travellers wanting to learn the art of zenThai yoga massage. 

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The YAMA Experience

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YAMA - Our community is about learning, sharing, and connecting while discovering some of the world's most exotic locations.

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Imagine embarking on an eleven-day journey that promises to awaken your senses and nourish your soul. This experience is brought to life through the raw elements of dance, play, and connection, offering a unique blend of adventure and relaxation.

The journey begins with a visit to the breathtaking tea plantations of Kerala, where you will be surrounded by vast expanses of verdant greenery. You will have the opportunity to learn about the process of tea production and witness firsthand the medicinal power of tea from the world's highest tea plantations. You will savour the aroma and taste of freshly brewed tea while immersing yourself in the serenity of the tea gardens, which are known for their rejuvenating properties.

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From the tea plantations, the journey continues to Kerala's famous backwaters, a network of serene canals, lakes, and lagoons that offer a unique and picturesque setting. Here, you will have the opportunity to cruise through the backwaters on a traditional houseboat, taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding coconut groves and rice paddies. You will witness the simple yet harmonious way of life of the local communities that thrive along the backwaters.

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After the backwaters, the journey takes a turn towards a private island, where you will be surrounded by lush greenery and pristine nature. This secluded paradise will be your haven for a five-day Zenthai yoga massage intensive, where you will embark on a journey of self-care and inner exploration. Zenthai yoga massage is a unique blend of yoga, Thai massage, and Chinese medicine, which focuses on restoring balance and harmony to the body, mind, and soul. You will immerse yourself in daily yoga and meditation practices, indulge in therapeutic massages, and connect with the healing power of nature.

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Throughout this eleven-day experience, you will have the opportunity to connect with fellow travellers and local communities, creating memories and forging meaningful connections. You will dance to the rhythm of the land, play in the lap of nature, and connect with the essence of Kerala's culture and traditions. This immersive journey promises to leave you rejuvenated, inspired, and transformed as you return home with a heart full of memories and a soul replenished with the healing energy of Kerala's natural wonders.

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Inclusions: 

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• Accommodation for ten nights using Twin Sharing Rooms (private room option available at extra cost)

• 5 - day day yoga massage certification course

• Yoga and meditation course 

• 3 x daily gourmet meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner, drink/refreshments with meals)

• Airport pick-up and drop-off (within the schedule of the tour)

• Daily guided yoga and meditation

• sunset cruise Kochi

• Kathakali dance show

• All transportation while on tour using AC Vehicle

• One Hour Ayurvedic Rejuvenation massage per person at the backwaters

• Houseboat day cruise with lunch & evening tea snacks served on board

• All entrance fees (national park)

• Local guide for Munnar sightseeing

• Kulukkumalai visit while at Munnar (Jeep ride)

• Tea Plantation visit & Tea Tasting while at Munnar

• Traditional cooking demo (Alappuzha)

• Narrow canal cruise through (Alappuzha)

• Village walk & Bird Watching Tour while (Alappuzha)

• Auto Rikshaw tour to visit the local school, temple & Alappuzha Beach

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Excludes:

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• International and/or domestic airfare

• Cost of Visa (available on arrival for most countries)

• Traveller’s insurance (highly recommended)

• Cost of airport tax upon arrival and/or departure (often included in the price of plane ticket)

• Additional hotel bookings (for those arriving early or staying later)

• Personal shopping expenses/souvenirs