YOGA RETREAT IN MAJESTIC MONTENEGRO
monday 9-16 JUNE 2025
BOOKINGS OPEN ON 12 OCTOBER
A fantastic yoga holiday for you to unwind and recharge in beautiful Montenegro. Come and join me for 7 days of yoga amongst the olive groves with plenty of free time to explore this hidden gem.
Our home for the retreat will be a former olive mill, which has been renovated into a stylish hostel. Nestled in the valley of the Rikavac River, the grounds are surrounded by natural beauty, with the charming old town of Stari Bar set above.
This retreat offers something very special, limited to just 13 places, an itinerary letting you do as much or as little as you like.
Montenegro is considered to be an uncovered gem, bordering Croatia and filled with beautiful mountains, lakes, waterfalls and sandy beaches. Making it the ideal place to get away from it all and leave feeling rested and energised.
With ample common space for you to relax and socialise as you choose. A river flows through the garden plus a plunge pool if you fancy taking a dip! The venue has plenty of room to lounge around and enjoy your time away and a fire pit for those outdoor summer evening amongst the mountains.
For those who like to get out and about, plenty of day trips are available, including visiting Lake Skadar, the old town of Kotor, beautiful sun kissed beaches and the opportunity to explore the surrounding mountains.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Take a boat trip on Lake Skadar followed by local wine tasting.
Explore the old town of Stari Bar, or venture a little further afield to Budva or Kotor.
Enjoy exploring local waterfalls and taking a dip in fresh water swimming spots.
Opportunity to venture on some longer hikes, including Montenegro’s highest mountain.
Enjoy practicing yoga in the beautifully converted olive mill or outside amongst the olive trees
Delicious vegetarian meals cooked by our local chef.
The Yoga
This stunning location offers us the opportunity to practice yoga in a beautifully converted olive mill. Or for those who love to connect with nature, there will be ample opportunities to practice outside in the garden with the sound of the running water in the background. On one of the days we will take our mats to the local olive grove, where we will have stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the river that runs between.
There are some mats and bolsters at the venue, but most guests prefer to bring their own equipment as it is used by a number of groups during the summer season.
There will be 2 yoga practices per day, (excluding arrival and departure days and one day when you have the option to have an extended day trip).
In the mornings there will be a more dynamic yoga class to energise you for the day ahead incorporating meditation and pranayama.
Our evening practice will be gentler, consisting of restorative, yin and yoga nidra to leave you feeling deeply restored and relaxed.
Options will be given throughout, making the sessions accessible to all levels of experience. You can join in for as many sessions as you choose, it’s your holiday!
Food
The food on this yoga holiday in Montenegro is lovingly created by local chefs who use fresh, local and delicious ingredients in their meals.
The retreat provides us with two delicious meals a day, a large brunch and an evening meal, using local ingredients wherever possible. The meals are all vegetarian. Teas, coffee and nibbles are also available during the day. We will eat out on one of the evenings in the local town.
If you have any dietary requirements, please speak to Mel before you book so she can discuss whether these can be catered for.
You are welcome to enjoy alcohol with your meals, but this will need to be purchased separately from the local supermarket or brought with you.
Accommodation
You will be staying in a beautifully renovated ancient olive mill. This rustic accommodation (the original mill is several hundred years old) is full of character and simple in design.
Rooms include spacious shared rooms, twin rooms and en-suite private double rooms, which are available at a supplement. All the rooms are newly furnished.
Shared rooms are a maximum of three people.
If you are travelling alone, and are happy to share a room, I will find you some fellow yogis to join you. If you plan to travel as a group, you are welcome to request a room together.
Single occupancy:
Private Room with Ensuite Shower, Shared toilet £1125
Private Ensuite Room £1325
Double occupancy per person
Shared Double Ensuite £1045pp
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom
Shared room and bathroom with a maximum of 2 others.
Double bed- £875pp
A £250 deposit is required to secure your space. The final balance is due on 1 April 2025.
Extras
Travel insurance
All travel costs including transportation from Tivat/ Pogorica airports to the venue.
Additional Excursions
Evening meal out if you wish to go out for the evening on your free afternoon.
Personal Expenses
TRAVEL
Travel:
Flights are from Manchester to Tivat or from London Airports to Podgorica.
Transfer time Podgorica to the venue is approx. 90 minutes.
Transfer time Tivat to the venue is approx. 2 hours.
Cancellation Policy
a. The deposit is non-refundable. (Unless you can find someone to take your place).
b. Once the final balance is paid- 1 April 2024, there is a 50% cancellation fee. From 4 weeks prior to departure, 100% cancellation fee.
Covid 19/Travel insurance:
If this retreat cannot go ahead due to Covid 19 your money would be fully transferable or refundable less a £100 admin fee. Please make sure you take out comprehensive travel insurance when booking which covers you if you need to cancel your place.
“The retreat was so good - Yoga indoors and outdoors, a perfect venue, good food and great company. The extra curricular activities you offered made it a real holiday. I came home feeling relaxed and refreshed.
Thanks for all your hard work and here’s to the next time!”