4 - 11 FEBRUARY 2023
From £915*
*depending on the exchange rate at time of paying accommodtion
4 - 11 FEBRUARY 2023
From £915*
*depending on the exchange rate at time of paying accommodtion
The Venue
The Yoga
Check out short film of Jeff's yoga retreat in Goa at Bamboo in 2018
Things to do
Accommodation
Accommodation is in charming and comfortable beach bungalows with aircon and ensuite bathrooms, with sea views to the front or side and veranda with their own hammock. Note for those of you who have been tot the old venue, these bungalows will be larger and nicer as they permanent and do not have to be rebuilt each year.
Consider bringing a friend, or If you are coming on your own we may be able to pair you with someone of the same sex to share. For those who prefer their own space a number of singles are available.
Non-yoga partners are welcome
Food
The food at Bamboo is a highlight of the week.! Light fruit and teas are available before morning yoga and fruit and cookies mid afternoon. Delicious, healthy, freshly cooked vegetarian food is served buffet style for brunch and dinner.
There is plenty choice and variety and they are happy to accommodate specific dietary needs. You definitely won’t be hungry!
What my students say
"The Bamboo yoga retreat in Goa is really wonderful. It's very simple and comfortable. I've been to India many times and this place is really the best beach experience. The staff keep everything meticulously clean and are so friendly - such a relaxed atmosphere. And last but not by any means least the food is exceptional".
Lucy
"Thank you for a wonderful week of yoga in Goa at Bamboo. I thought i might not be able to keep up, of course at times I didn’t, but you make it so acceptable to take the easier options, that it gave me an opportunity to really listen to my body and not feel I had to push it. Apart from being a lovely person you are a gifted teacher and i am in awe!"
Eugenie
"Deciding to go to India for the first time, on my own to a retreat where I didn't know anyone else turned out to be one of the best decisions I ever made! My week on your yoga retreat in Goa really was one of the best experiences of my life. I escaped my routine, met and talked to like-minded yogis who were all so welcoming and open and really went deep into my own practice. Not only did it reaffirm my love for yoga but reminded me how important it is to take time out for myself. "
Sarah
Details & Booking
To book:
The cost of this retreat is in 2 parts – the deposit payable on booking to Jeff Phenix confirms your space. If you have a UK bank account you can do this through our website but if not get in touch and we can provide details to make a bank transfer. The balance payable in euros 10 weeks before the retreat by 26 November 2022 covers your food and accommodation costs. Details of how to pay Bamboo will be provided on booking. Bookings made after this date need to be paid in full on booking.
We have a very limited number of huts available to us this year so if possible we would like to encourage you to share so please try and bring an friend or we will do our best to find a same sex person for you to share with.
Deposit to Phenix Retreats
​Bamboo:
Bamboo also has some stunning beach front bungalows which can be booked for an additional supplement of €25 per bungalow per night. Let us know if you would like to secure one of these.
If you wish to book additional nights on either side of Jeff’s week please contact Bamboo directly to do this info@bamboo-yoga-retreat.com
Non yoga guests are welcome so feel free to bring a partner or friend. You would both pay the sharing rate for Bamboo's food and accommodation costs and you would pay the single rate deposit to us. Let us know on booking if you are bringing a non yoga friend.
For solo guests who would be happy to share, we may be able to find another guest who wishes to share but this cannot be guaranted.
*PLEASE NOTE IF WE ARE UNABLE TO FIND SOMEONE FOR YOU TO SHARE WITH BAMBOO WOULD CHARGE THE SINGLE RATE FOR THE ROOM
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7.30 am tea & fruit for those who need a little something before yoga, a lovely opportunity to be quiet before yoga
8am Dynamic Morning Yoga & meditation
11am Delicious brunch with plentiful breakfast and lunch options
Afternoons are free to enjoy the beach, explore the local area or indulge in a rejuvenating massage treatment.
3.30pm tea, fruit & cookies
4pm Bliss out with a mellow afternoon yoga
6pm Sunset swim – another highlight of the day!
7pm Enjoy a fabulous dinner made up of local dishes and fusion Asian/western food
There will be one afternoon off yoga to allow for an excursion or dolphin boat ride. A great opportunity to enjoy one of the great cheap local restaurants
The retreat will begin on Saturday 4 February with a welcome session and short practice at 4.00pm and finish on Saturday 11 February. The last practice will be Friday 10 Februrary in the afternoon.
Polem Beach, South Goa
Bamboo Yoga Retreat is located on the quiet and natural Polem Beach, right on the bay overlooking the sea. A truly perfect location for a beach retreat!
Access is via one street (hardly wide enought for a car) lined with wonderful little shops selling local goods and gifts, great clothes and holiday essentials. The Bamboo boys will meet you here and carry your bags along the beach to the retreat, so try to pack light!
It’s a short walk along the shore to the other cafes and restaurants strung around the bay. In the other direction, over the rocks, past the 5 star hotel on the next bay, you can catch a little fishing boat that will take you up river, or over to the next, deserted beach.
Travel Info
There are many flight options to Goa either on scheduled flights via Mumbai or Delhi. It’s a good idea to book flights sooner rather than later to take advantage of cheaper seats.
TUI and Air India operate charters from the UK direct to Goa’s new Dabolim Airport.
If getting a non direct schedule flight I recommend Air India or one of the airlines that transits in the Middle East rather than India as you can get your bags checked straight through to Goa. Occasionally when delayed people have found they have missed their connection as they did not have enough time to get baggage in Mumbai and recheck it in to Goa.
Here’s a good place to start your search: https://www.skyscanner.net
Patnem is approx 90 mins by taxi from the airport. Pickup (80€ per car return) is advisable and can be arranged through Bamboo.We can arrange for you to share taxis if others are on your flight
At time of writting most nationalities with the exception of the UK can get an evisa, which can be obtained online here. Currently UK citizens need to apply for a one year multie entry paper visa although this may change in November. You can either apply yourself thorugh a VFS office for £145 and the process takes approx 4 weeks or you can use an agency which is quicker and costs £245.
Please do not mention Jeff Phenix or Phenix Retreats on your visa application. We will provide the correct name and address
General Cancellation policy
If we decide to cancel the retreat before any money has been paid to Bamboo, due to insufficient numbers your deposit is fully refundable or transferable.
If you cancel for any reason the deposit is refundable up until 9 weeks before the retreat, after that it can only be refunded or transferred if the space can be filled. Any refunds for the deposit will be less a £300 admin fee. (If we are able to fill your hut we can refund an additional £150)
Money paid to Bamboo : Cancellation between 60 - 31 days 50% refund, 30 days or less 0% refund
For Bamboo’s full cancellation policy see - http://www.bamboo-yoga-retreat.com/terms-and-conditions/
Covid Cancellation Policy
If the group is unable to travel due to international government travel restrictions (including the requirement to quarantine in India) then any money paid will be transfered to another date that suits both Phenix Retreats and Bamboo yoga
Travel Insurance
It is a condition of this holiday that you purchase travel insurance which includes cancellation insurance. None of us can predict unexpected events in our lives: illness, family emergencies, work conflicts, etc. By purchasing a comprehensive plan, you will ensure being covered in full should you need to cancel after the said cancellation period.
It is partcularly important to make sure you are covered incase you cannot travel because you catch covid.
Before booking you must read and agree to our full terms and conditions here