A nature filled retreat for
soul soothing, reflection
and slowing down
4th - 11th September
Yoga & Meditation Retreat
Join me in Turkey this autumn for a deeply nourishing retreat set near a charming coastal town on the southwest Mediterranean coast in Muğla Province. This serene destination is celebrated for its calm turquoise bay, fragrant pine forests, and unhurried pace of life, where chic sailing culture blends with the authenticity of traditional village living.
A natural wonder
Abundant in natural beauty and unspoiled coastline, the retreat is nestled in a serene, forested setting near Gökçeovacık. Surrounded by Mediterranean woodland rich with aromatic scents and cooling shade, the area offers an ideal environment for walks and meaningful reconnection with nature.
Your days on retreat
Each day of the retreat is designed to unfold with ease and intention, offering space for relaxation, yoga, and meditation, all held within the secluded and quiet embrace of nature. This retreat invites you to slow down and nourish yourself fully.
Included in your retreat
7 night’s accommodation
Daily 2.5hr morning practice
Daily 1.5hr evening practice
Sound bath session
Swimming pool
All meals, breakfast, lunch, dinner
Organic herbal teas, instant coffee available all day
Snacks, fresh fruit available all day
Closing ceremony
The wildness of unspoilt pine forests, beaches & seas.
The retreat centre
This intimate, boutique property offers a small collection of thoughtfully designed accommodations, nestled within a tranquil pine-forest garden, with elegant en-suite deluxe rooms each curated to create a natural, earthy experience that feels both grounding and refined. Awaken to birdsong, breathe in the crisp forest air, and move with mindful presence as you reconnect with your natural rhythm and the calm that surrounds you.
The property features a generously sized swimming pool framed by sun loungers and flowing, curtained daybeds, perfect for restful afternoons. Dedicated indoor and outdoor yoga shalas provide our spaces for practice, while nourishing vegetarian Turkish cuisine is prepared with care and enjoyed in a relaxed, communal setting.
Just 10-15 minutes taxi drive away, pristine beaches unfold, where turquoise Mediterranean waters meet pine-covered bays, hidden coves, and soft sandy shores. Together, forest and sea create a rich landscape of beauty and balance, inviting exploration, stillness, and deep rejuvenation.
Accomodation
Deluxe ensuite rooms
Set in round villa-style structures among pine and olive trees, these stunning rooms have natural wood and earthy décor that blend into their surrounding gardens and natural landscape
The ensuite bathrooms are comtemporary in style all with a shower.
All bed sheets. towels and pool towels are provided.
Single Occupancy £1395
Sharing couple £1145
Meals
Food to nourish
Our meal offerings while on retreat are prepared by our amazing local chef.
All food is vegetarian / vegan with a fantastic traditionally Turkish twist. You will not go hungry.
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Freshly prepared, choice of dishes all served buffet style and where possible all food is organic and some produce will be served from their garden to table.
Available all day
Snacks, fresh fruit, instant coffee and organic herbal teas, breakfast tea.
Please note:
Alcoholic is allowed on this retreat
The yoga shala & practices
We practice in nature
There are two yoga shalas, an inside and outside offering, both set within peaceful, natural surroundings of olive trees and pine forest.
Ayoga shala is not just a room, it becomes the heart of your daily rhythm and your connection to the soft natural surroundings.
As we practice, we forest bathe! Tuning into birdsong and the hum of cicadas while on the yoga mat.
The shala is fully equipped, so no need to bring
a yoga mat, unless you prefer to.
Morning sessions
Opening practice
Breath work (pranayama)
Journaling
Yoga flow exploration through traditional postures, fused with contemporary movement & mobility practices.
Each session ends with relaxation & meditation
Afternoon sessions
Delving into softening practices through a fusion of mellow asana stretches, restorative yoga and yoga relaxation asana.
Yoga nidra & meditation.
One afternoon there is a sound bath
Closing ceremony on the final day
Göcek
If you'd like to see a little more of Turkey while on retreat, I will be happy to help organise any of the following optional excursions.
All excursions are at additional costs.
Marine Life
Göcek, part of a designated Special Environmental Protection Area, features a rich, protected marine ecosystem, including the endangered Mediterranean monk seal, sea turtles (Caretta caretta), and seagrass meadows. Its crystal-clear, calm waters are ideal for snorkeling and diving, revealing groupers, moray eels, barracudas, and octopus, alongside protected Neptune Grass.
Kayaköy Ghost Village
A hauntingly atmospheric abandoned Greek village with stone houses and churches, about 30–40 minutes away.
Göcek Marina
The main focal point of Göcek town, a beautifully sheltered harbour where luxurious yachts and traditional gulets (wooden sailing boats) dock.
Nearby Town
Göcek is a lovely small coastal town with six marinas and a sheltered bay ringed by small islands and coves. The town has lovely boutiques, fish restaurants and open-air promenades, while beyond the town are pine forests, aromatic trails and rural landscapes, making offering a laidback and more natural feel.
Boat Trip
There is the option to take a boat trip mid week, We spend a day sailing with nature, over rivers, the open sea, conversation areas, vast beaches , small coves and very, very turquoise waters.
The Cold River
A natural gem renowned for its crystal-clear waters and serene atmosphere. An icy cold river straight from underground snow melt, with lush vegetation and immaculate air, there are water falls, restaurants, and a fairy tail swing, 1hr 26 mins travel.
Need To Knows
Insurance
It is a condition of your booking, that you take out travel insurance to
cover any cancellations, health, pandemics, walking / extra excursions and other eventualities
Check in and out
The retreat is Saturday to Saturday
Check-in time is on Saturday after 2pm.
Check-out is on Saturday at 12pm. If you leave on a late flight, we can help
with luggage storage and arrangements for the day.
Flights
You will be flying to Dalaman, Turkey.
EasyJet, TUI, British Airways, Wizz & Jet2 all fly to Dalaman.
Do opt for a sociable hours flight time, so you’re not left waiting until
morning for your transfer to the retreat.
The average flight time from the UK to Dalaman is 4 hours.
You must have a valid passport with at least one blank page, valid for at least 6 months after the day you leave Turkey (check the expiry date)
Transfers
The transfer from Dalaman airport to the retreat takes 35-40 minutes.
Transfers to and from the airport in Dalaman are not included in the price and cost around £45 per person return. Transfers will be arranged for you and transfer costs are averaged out, so everyone pays the same, whether arriving as part of the main group or singly.
What’s not included
Flights
Massages at the retreat
Transport to/from the airports in the UK and in Turkey
Travel insurance
Additional beverages/ alcohol
Any optional excursions
Transport for excursions
Extra meals or expenses during excursions
Tips for staff
Any COVID testing, PCR or lateral flow tests
Temperature
The temperature in September will be around 28-30 degrees.
Of course, weather will be weather and can change its mind at any moment.
Finally
I am foremost a yoga therapist & teacher not a travel agent.
I will endeavour to do my best to insure your yoga retreat is as wonderful as I know you’d wish it to be, so please do feel free to let me know if you have any further questions, or if I have missed any information that you might need and I’d be delighted to assist.
I really do look forward to sharing this stunning retreat with you.
Warmest love
Paula