Dive Deep

KOMODO ISLANDS - FREEDIVING CERTIFICATION & LIVEABOARD RETREAT

8 - 16 MAY 2024

Reserve your spot with just a deposit.

START: Labuan Bajo

FINISH: Labuan Bajo

DATE: 9 DAYS

8 - 16 May 2024

INVESTMENT:

from $2699

GROUP SIZE:

14 People

Dive Deep - Yoga & Freediving Retreat

When was the last time you dedicated resources, be it time, energy, or effort, to invest in your personal growth?

This is not just a retreat; it's a dream escape tailored to those seeking to dive deep into self-discovery and adventure, mastering your mind both above and below through acquiring skills that help you overcome fear, doubt, and anxieties. Applying breathwork, yoga, meditation, and freediving take you deep into the mastery of these skills and, consequently, the mastery of your mind.

This adventure was designed to bring like-minded, active, conscious creatives together on a journey where skill mastery, learning to control the breath, and finding meditative peace both above and below the water offer a unique opportunity to learn new skills in a safe environment, while deeply connecting to nature, and feeling supported and acknowledged by community.

Are you ready to dive deep? This extraordinary nine-day odyssey takes place in the most enchanted lands, pristine pink beaches and turquoise waters. Relax on the deck, eat delicious daily meals, soak in the onboard jacuzzi, and bond with fellow travellers. As dusk approaches, enjoy breathtaking sunsets and the mesmerizing dance of twilight bats, all under a star-studded sky.

As we set sail in Indonesia's Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the world's last dragons. Together aboard a traditional Phinisi boat, our community embarks on a journey that activates all the senses.

WELCOME TO THE LAND OF THE LAST DRAGONS

Itinerary

Trip Highlights:

Offerings: A holistic experience, offering yoga, breathwork, meditation, movement, and a complete PADI freediving certification as you explore the islands of the Komodo region. While all activities are optional, we encourage you to embrace curiosity and openness to trying new things.
Liveaboard & Stay: Spend five nights on an authentic Phinisi boat and three nights in a Labuan Bajo hotel.
Natural Wonders Tour: Explore Cunca waterfall, the reflective mirror cave house, and Ranko Caves on Labuan Bajo.
Island Adventures: Island hopping, scenic hikes, snorkelling, swimming with turtles, drift diving in a manta ray pass, encountering Komodo dragons, and visiting two of the world's seven pink beaches.
PADI Freediving Certification: (Level 1 & Level 2 Available) Earn your certification in Komodo's crystal-clear waters.
Holistic Wellness: Daily yoga, meditation, and jacuzzi relaxation.
Foodies Delight: Savor mouthwatering daily meals, showcasing local flavours and daily fresh-caught seafood. (vegan and vegetarian options available)

This trip is for you if:

You are ready for personal growth, mastery of skills, learning, and connection with a like-minded community – diving deep into self-discovery and adventure.
You consider yourself open-minded, creative, and adventurous, and you love to play, share, and feel a part of a community.
You crave an immersive experience in nature, combining adventure, learning, and personal growth.
Yoga enthusiasts looking to deepen their practice against the stunning natural backdrop of Komodo. We encourage yoga as a lifestyle choice and an opportunity to build a daily habit. However, yoga and movement classes are optional.
You are open to meditation, breathwork, and self-work.
Eager to explore the underwater wonders and pristine reefs of Komodo.

Not Suitable For you if:

You are after a trip solely focused on pampering and relaxation, designed for those seeking an active and transformative experience.
You are not open to adventurous activities, don’t like being around the ocean or sharing space with others, or can’t imagine living on a boat.
Unwilling to Dive Deep – Freediving is optional, and snorkelling still offers a complete experience. This retreat is for individuals ready to dive deep into learning, self-discovery, and personal growth.
If you’re after a booze boat experience.

Accommodation

Six days and five nights accommodation on a traditional Phinisi boat, with a large indoor & outdoor area, jacuzzi, hot showers, indoor dining and lounge area and five comfortable cabins, with private bathrooms. Please note that all cabins are shared and participants booking should be open to the possibility of sharing a bed with another attendee. Each cabin has one single and one double bed.

Three nights twin share hotel accommodation on Labuan Bajo island (days 1, 2 & 8 )

Prices and dates

8th - 16th MAY 2024

Lower berth $2699 SOLD OUT

Middle berth $2799 SOLD OUT

Upper deck $3099 SOLD OUT

Information

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Facilitators

Includes:

Airport transfers
Three nights in a hotel on Labuan Bajo Island (including breakfast)
Five nights liveaboard
Three healthy, delicious daily Meals while onboard, including freshly caught seafood.
Afternoon Coffee / Tea & drinking water onboard
Snorkelling Equipment & life jackets
Entertainment facilities, including a jacuzzi
Daily yoga, breathwork & meditation
Freediving Certification Course (level 1 & level 2 available)
Ranko Caves exploration, including breakfast & lunch (day two)
English-speaking local guide

Excludes:

International & domestic flights
Personal expenses
Travel Insurance
Alcoholic drinks
Tipping boat crew
Anything on the packing list (including a yoga mat)
National park permits, ranger fees & gov tax ($150 AUD)
Lunch on days 1 & 9, Dinner on days 1 & 2
Indonesian visa on arrival

More about this retreat: FREE DIVING / TREKKING / YOGA / MEDITATION / BREATHWORK/ MOVEMENT

YAMA brings this experience to life through the raw elements of dance, play, community and connection. Learn more about the YAMA experience and ethos HERE.

Getting There: Book a flight to Bali International Airport; from here, take a domestic flight to Labuan Baja (Komodo Island) 60-minute flight from Bali.

Share: At YAMA, sharing is at our core. Express yourself freely through music, arts, singing, dancing, and radical self-expression. If you're passionate about teaching, offering a workshop, and sharing your unique gifts, we have two discounted spots on this trip available for collaborators. Contact us to apply for this role. LEARN MORE

More Info: For information about visas, what to bring, and more, check the "More Info" button. If you still have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Monica willumsen

Hey, I'm Monni, your freedive instructor, ready to lead you on a transformative journey exploring ocean depths and endless skies. As 'The Disco Mermaid,' my unique approach combines sound and frequency knowledge, showcasing the magical connection between these energies above and below the water's surface.

From swimming captain to ocean triathlon swimmer, my lifelong relationship with water has evolved into a profound passion for freediving. In its depths, I discovered an unparalleled connection, and I can't wait to share this revelation with you. Dive in, and let's explore together!

Elissa Chrisson

Hello! My name is Elissa Chrisson, and I'm the proud founder of YAMA Movement, a community and space dedicated to holistic well-being and the exploration of movement. My journey into the depths of yoga and self-discovery led me to spend a transformative decade in India, where I immersed myself in the practice and study of traditional yoga.

During those years, I learned not just the physical aspects of yoga, but also delved deep into its philosophical roots and meditative practices. I absorbed the culture, the wisdom, and the spiritual energy that India is renowned for, and it has profoundly shaped my approach to teaching and living.

I've always believed in the power of movement as a pathway to finding balance, inner strength, and peace. join me in this journey of exploration and self-discovery through movement, yoga, and community.