GALAPAGOS YOGA RETREAT

Immerse yourself in nature, delight in wonder, and cultivate meaningful connections with a unique trip to the Galapagos Islands, ECUADOR. 

Our “leave you feeling on cloud nine” package includes a naturalist-guided trip to the Charles Darwin Station; multiple private yacht tours to islands such as Bartolomé, Santa Fe, South Plazas, and North Seymour where you can snorkel, swim and revel in sea life; a naturalist-accompanied Highland tour to trek through pit craters, lava tunnels, and a cloud forest; a kayaking excursion to Tortuga Bay and its white beaches and black sea turtles. Along the way you just may spot Galápagos penguins and flamingos, swim the shores with sea lions and marine iguanas, and behold magnificent dancing blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds (the kleptomaniacs of birds), and land iguanas, just to name a few native species with which you’ll commune during this unparalleled yoga adventure. 

And speaking of yoga... 

This wouldn’t be a FLOW Yoga Retreats experience without the yoga, so you’ll get that too! Daily yoga classes in a fully stocked yoga studio overlooking the lush green property provide space for you connect to yourself and explore your inner nature. You may even see a giant tortoise saunter by as you stand steady in Tree pose. Pop-up yoga adventures will take you outdoors to cultivate presence and connection with the natural world and plant seeds of peace within in your inner world. With yoga as a framework and by looking deeply into nature and ourselves, we gain greater understanding of the world.          

This GALAPAGOS YOGA RETREAT provides a space to disconnect from the daily pulls of life and provide a respite surrounded by the awe and beauty of the world around you. You will return home with a continued sense of delight, deeper connections to yourself and others, and a lingering feeling of joy - plus a whole bucket of happy memories, new friends, and fabulous photos!

Join us for this enchanting trip of a lifetime by reserving your spot today! This is an intimate retreat group in order to maximize the Galápagos experience, so don’t be like a tortoise. Be like the hare and hop-run fast to sign up. 

Our adventure takes us to the Galápagos Islands, a province of Ecuador, that lie about 600 miles off its coast in the Pacific Ocean.

All travelers should plan retreat arrival and departure through Baltra Airport (airport code GPS).

You can fly between mainland Ecuador and Seymour/Baltra airport using either the Guayaquil (GYE) or Quito (UIO) airport. Research the location of each to see if one works better for your travel plans.

Upon arrival to mainland Ecuador you are required to pay $20 USD migration fee (cash only).

Upon arrival to Galápagos (Baltra) you are required to pay $100 USD national park fee (cash only). Please note that it is not possible to include these fees in your package so they are due separately during your travel.

Please note: Ground transportation is provided on the start and end dates of the retreat. Please plan your Baltra flight arrival between 1p-3p and flight departure between 10a-noon local time.

We have put together a lovely schedule that provides time for yoga, play, exploration, and rest. You will receive the full schedule upon your arrival to Semilla Verde.

- Roundtrip ground transport between Semilla Verde and Seymour/Baltra airport on first and last day of retreat

- Exclusive accommodation at Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel, with private ensuite room, standard hotel amenities (A/C, wi-fi, hair dryer, bath and pool towels, etc.), and a private balcony or terrace.

- 3 meals per day, including wine with most dinners (1-2 dinners are in the town of Puerto Ayora; all other meals on property). All dietary needs accommodated with advance notice

.....Breakfasts are freshly prepared and include fresh fruits, cereals, baked bread, eggs to order, bacon, pancakes or waffles, and an Ecuadorian twist like plantain bolones or yuka tortillas, fresh juice, tea and coffee

.....Lunches consist of traditional Ecuadorian recipes, typically a light starter such as fried plantain with cheese, a chicken, fish or vegetarian main, and dessert

.....Dinners are more cosmopolitan, generally coastal recipes (focus more towards fish/seafood)

- Tea, coffee, and fresh water are available 24/7 (both the hotel and Finch Wing have confidence bars with a variety of drinks including soda, beer, wine)

- Daily yoga with Tra and Melissa plus special pop up nature-inspired yoga classes & experiences

- Naturalist-accompanied visit to the Charles Darwin Station 

- Naturalist-accompanied day trip to Bartolomé Island, including snorkeling & swimming

- Naturalist-accompanied day trips to 2 of the following 3 Islands: Sante Fe, South Plazas, and North Seymour (weather + conditions permitting), including snorkeling & swimming

- Naturalist-accompanied Highland Tour to see pit craters, lava tunnels, cloud forest, and wild tortoises

- Kayaking excursion on Tortuga Bay

- Roundtrip ground transport from and to Baltra Airport on first and last day of retreat

- Base gratuities for hotel staff, all excursions/trips/tour guides included in the itinerary

- Roundtrip airfare to mainland Ecuador (Guayaquil (GYE) or Quito (UIO) airport) 

- Roundtrip airfare between mainland Ecuador and Seymour/Baltra Aiport (GPS), Galápagos Islands

- Migration Card fee $20 at Ecuador mainland airport and Galápagos National Park fee $100 at Baltra Airport (both in US cash only)

- Meals, beverages, alcohol not listed in above retreat package

- Other excursions/experiences not listed in above retreat package

- Travel insurance (highly recommended)

- Additional gratuities for hotel staff, guides, and other activities not included in above retreat package (cash recommended) 

This trip includes activities such as outdoor walking, boating, and other moderate physical activities. Please familiarize yourself with the trip's itinerary, terms and conditions, and do any personal research you feel is necessary before registering and paying your non-refundable deposit.