Tranquil Times Retreats presents:
An 8 day Yoga Adventures Retreat in Goa, India 9th – 15th January 2022
Early Bird Prices (valid until 31/06/2021) per person for our Goa seaside rooms
Standard twin ensuite shared chakra room £975
Single occupancy …. £1275
Chakra Suite shared ensuite room …. £1130 *(only 1 suite left for single occupancy!)
Single occupancy …. £1350
£350 deposit will secure your place in a shared room or £395 for a private room
(As a result of the Pandemic we are presently only taking refundable or transferable deposits and the date for 2022 is subject to change)
After the success of our Goa 2020 retreat, (2021 had to be rescheduled to to the pandemic) we’re pleased to announce that we have chosen to host at Devarya Wellness’s new sister resort – Nalanda Wellness in neighbouring Mandrem in North Goa, India. Firstly we’re very familiar with the spot, having spent so much time there in the last years. Secondly, we feel very fortunate to have been there at the right time to watch the final touches being applied to this gorgeous resort. It’s a very special location to us, a place where we feel so at home and we’re sure you’ll love it too.
Thirdly, the magic of this serene, tropical paradise overlooking the Arabian Sea will stimulate your mind, energise your body and speak to your soul.
In addition, you can breathe, experience and live the yoga life, whilst immersing yourself in deep soul work releasing ties from the past, becoming mentally and physically stronger and the best version of yourself.
To conclude, this retreat promises an unforgettable experience to treasure forever. Featuring a varied program of yin and yang yoga with spiritual practices in a safe and nurturing environment for pure positive life changes, new adventures, friendships, fun and laughter.
Our gorgeous Goa retreat provides you with a Covid safe and nurturing environment to enable permanent positive life changes, whilst giving you the time for new experiences, adventures and friendships. This unique opportunity gives the perfect balance of relaxation and activity, time to yourself versus group fun. Our itinerary has been designed to give a good balance of deep internal work for mind, body, and spirit along with glimpses into authentic Goan life. Imagine combining this with lots of light-hearted down-to-earth fun and laughter with like minded souls. In addition, there will be quiet times for stillness, meditation and journaling, to explore, enhance and evaluate your inner experience.
Yoga classes
Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation are an essential part of our program, however we’ll also use other powerful healing modalities where needed. Each yoga session will be different as we journey through the week, but set around the yin yang philosophies. Combining Indian yogic principles with Traditional Chinese Medicine, to bring balance into your life and release emotional baggage.
Yin/Yang yoga is a practice that balances the slow-paced Yin yoga with the traditional Yang yoga (Vinyasa and Hatha). Yin/Yang yoga has its roots in China in the Taoist concepts of yin – a feminine, passive, cooling energy and yang – a masculine, dynamic, warming energy. The Yin/Yang yoga practice uses both types of yoga to provide both physical and spiritual balance.
Yin
In Yin yoga, the floor-based poses are held for a longer period of time, typically three to five minutes or longer to target the connective tissues and fascia, rather than focus on the muscles. This increases flexibility while working on the meridians (energy channels) of the body. In conclusion, the practice allows for deep relaxation and meditation.
Yang
A Yang practice consists of dynamic movements, flows and standing poses. For example, Hatha yoga asanas combine with vinyasa flows that warm the body, stretch and strengthen the muscles and stimulate and balance the chakras. All this happens whilst connecting to and slowing down the breath.
To sum up, by combining yin and yang yoga, energy and fitness is improved, whilst promoting relaxation and deep healing. Practicing in such a stunning roof top location, surrounded by swaying palm trees and the gentle sound of the sea – you’ll feel like you’re in heaven 🙂
What’s Included in This Package
- 7 nights boutique accommodation and buffet brunch
- 6 vegetarian evening meals
- Daily yoga/meditation (averaging 3 hours per day)
- Optional free evening activities such as music nights, chanting & meditation
- Opening ceremony with fire puja
- 1 x 60 minute Ayurvedic Massage
- All day filtered water, chai & lemon ginger teas
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Excursion to the famous Anjuna Wednesday market
Excursion to Arambol - Optional excursions to Old Goa, Dudhsagar Waterfall and Spice Plantation
- Daily housekeeping
- Full use of resort amenities including swimming pool, relaxation areas, gardens and private beach access with sun loungers
- Free WIFI in public places
- Airport transfers from and to Dabolim International Airport Goa (GOI)
What’s not included in This Package
- Flights & visa
- Travel insurance
- Any other meals not mentioned
- Any additional taxis, laundry, shopping.
- Extra therapies, Kitesurfing or SUP lessons or optional excursions
- Additional retreat extension for 3-4 days after the retreat
Benefits
- Experience joy, fun, laughter and adventure with a group of like-minded people.
- Immerse yourself in deep soul work, releasing ties from the past to become mentally stronger and the best version of yourself.
- Stimulate your senses whilst learning new practices and discover your power within.
- Embrace the soul of Goa, whilst relaxing in this perfect beach location to enjoy the beauty of nature and the power of the elements.
- Opportunity to learn from two highly respected teachers.
Added bonuses:
* You’ll be added to a private WhatsApp group to get the chance to meet everyone virtually beforehand and to share photos, stories and revelations!
* Coaching support is available post-retreat to help integrating our teachings into everyday life.
*Watch the video below to view some of our experiences from Jan 2020*
Location
Nalanda Retreat spans an area of 4,000 square metres and overlooks the beautiful white sands of Mandrem Beach. A quiet and peaceful setting in which during high tide the seawater rushes into the Mandrem Creek which runs parallel to the waterline. The overall magic of the retreat offers a secluded calm space, with privacy, as well as several communal areas like the yoga shala, dining areas, gardens, and terraces.
Specially designed to celebrate the colourful and mystical spirit of India, chakra inspired ensuite rooms (see examples here) speak to your senses and let you soak in the relaxed vibes of the property.
The in-house beach front restaurant The Chia Lounge serves tasty & healthy organic meals complete with superfood fueling ingredients to help you detox your system.
In conclusion, from enjoying their large swimming pool, therapies, sunbathing on the wide sandy beach or watching the sun set into the Arabian sea, Nalanda Retreat provides the serene environment to stimulate your mind, energise your body and speak to your soul.
Your Yoga Practice
A Yin and Yang yoga practice combine beautifully to provide physical, emotional and spiritual balance. Consequently, energy and fitness is improved, whilst promoting relaxation and deep healing.
Yang practices offer dynamic movements and flows with standing poses. Hatha yoga asanas and vinyasas warm the body, stretch and strengthen the muscles and stimulate and balance the chakras.
Yin is slower paced and offers mainly floor-based poses which are typically held for three to five minutes in order to target the connective tissues and fascia. This increases flexibility while working on the meridians (energy channels) of the body. The practice allows for deep relaxation and meditation.
Organic cuisine
Our buffet brunches and three of the dinners included, take place at ‘Chia Lounge’ located on the beach of Mandrem, overlooking the Arabian Sea. You can enter straight from the resort and leave right onto the beach. Offering you sun or shade, both with sea views, the beautifully constructed wooden restaurant has a small garden, juice and coffee bar.
Chia Lounge prides itself on using fresh locally produced goods wherever possible. It serves wholesome, healthy and organic vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food and beverages for the conscious diner. In short, their aim is to complement a healthy and mindful lifestyle to support your wellness journey. If you have any other special dietary requirements, please let us know.
Your retreat includes 7 delicious and filling buffet brunches and 6 vegetarian dinners. We will have 3 evening buffet dinners at Nalanda and the remaining ones at some of the best restaurants in the area. Subsequently, this enables you to explore the area and give the option to dine and sample the delicious food in various beach bars & restaurants in the area.
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
Mandrem is around 50 kms from the Goa International Airport (GOI) in Dabolim.
The nearest railway station is Pernem, less than 20 kms away.
There are frequent buses from the capital city of Panaji and the city of Mapusa to Mandrem.
We recommend choosing a flight arriving the morning of Sunday 9th January 2022.
At a future date, we can together try to coordinate everyone’s flights so transfers can be shared. The included prices for transfers are based on sharing. We will pre-book the taxis.
**IMPORTANT – PLEASE DO NOT BOOK ANY FLIGHTS UNTIL IT’S CLEAR THAT ALL OF US WILL BE ABLE TO GET THERE SAFELY. SPEAK TO US FIRST**
We will supply you with all the relevant details and instructions in order to obtain your Indian visa, nearer the time. In addition, we also offer a service to do this for you if you are short of time, it’s going to stress you out or you’re form phobic!
**(Please do not mention studying yoga as this will come under a student visa for University studying and may delay your visa or worse be declined)
- Beach 200m
- Morjim 6km
- Anjuna 14 km
- Mapusa 14km
- Goa Dabolim International Airport (GOI) 90 minutes, 53 kilometers
A reservation requires a deposit of £350 for a shared room or £395 for a private room.
Under the present circumstances, the deposit is refundable and transferable if we are not able to get there.
The remaining payment can be paid in installments, with the final balance settled at least 60 days before arrival.
January
Goa has beautifully warm days in January, with an average daytime temperature hovering around 25°C, with highs of 31°C during the hottest part of the day.
Northern Goa has a tropical climate, so please pack for warm weather.
It can become cooler in the evenings and early morning, so bring a cardigan, shawl or similar, comfortable clothes for yoga and maybe a shawl or sarong for savasana, meditation and moments of relaxation.
Goa is a tourist beach location and although the dress code isn’t as strict as in the rest of India, to be respectful please bring something to cover shoulders and long trousers or skirts for days out. Click here for forecast
You will be provided with everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
All rooms are ensuite with air conditioning and ceiling fan, hairdryer, towels, toilet paper and some have a private balcony.
Filtered drinking water is available around the site. In addition, there are many convenience stores if you prefer to purchase things locally rather than risk your case being overweight! For example, there’s an excellent shop with natural ayurvedic products just right next door at very reasonable prices.
- Reception
- Restaurant
- 1 x Swimming Pool
- Pool towels
- Iron & mosquito net on request
- Wi/Fi internet in public places
- Laundry
- Booking taxis, scooter and car hire
- Housekeeping requests
- The resort has 24/7 CCTV and on site security
Local to the venue, there are bars, eateries’ and fine dining restaurants.
Due to local licensing laws all music establishments have to cease at 10pm. Convenience stores, a local market and a fish market, road side Goan stall sellers offering locally made produce and wares are all close by.
Mandrem village is home to the Medieval Shirr Purchevo Ravalnatha temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Beautiful Morjim, Turtle beach and lively Arambol are only a short taxi or scooter ride away. Or if you are feeling energetic all of these places are within walking distance along the beach.
Our closest town is Mapusa offering a Friday local market.
The nearest ATM and money exchange is about a 5 minute walk from the resort.
Goa airport has a money exchange along with Mumbai or Delhi.
It is a good idea to notify your bank prior to your holiday that you will be traveling in India. The currency is INR (rupees)
Pack as light as possible, so you have room for any shopping!
- Notebook for journaling
- Yoga gear, beach wear and clothes for temple visits
- European 2 pin electrical adapter
- Mosquito repellant
- Any personal medication
- Own water bottle, ideally made from non-toxic plastic, stainless steel or copper. You can fill up from the filtered water stations
- Beach towel, sun protection