Top Yoga Vacation Retreats Worldwide

Sivananda Ashrams are a popular yoga retreat destination for yoga vacationers around the world. It has 9 ashrams/retreats in Asia, North America and Europe.  These ashrams are located in Canada, India, France, Austria, Bahamas, and the United States.

Vacation retreats are often a transformative experience. Yoga vacations are becoming more popular among vacation seekers due to its wholistic nature.

Yoga vacation daily programs are designed for refreshing the body and mind through proper food, good relaxation techniques, selfless services and being in the company of like-minded people.

The ashram sites are located outside of the city where beauty of nature is so profound and that itself is a purifying experience.

The guests of Ashram are often seekers who want to go through the spiritual experience through proper exercises, proper relaxation, proper food and more importantly the openness and willingness to learn new things.

Ashrams operate as non-profits and the services and support come from the volunteers in the community.

During the stay, you will also get the opportunity to serve and provide selfless service to others.

Amenities 

(The facilities below are not offered at all Sivananda Ashram locations)

• Accommodation – Single rooms, Shared rooms, Dormitory & Camping
• Sauna
• Library
• Boutique
• Health hut
• Massage
• Ayurvedic Treatment
• Temple – for meditation & prayer

Typical Ashram Daily Schedule

• 5:30 am – Wake-up bell
• 6:00 am – Satsang/Group gathering (starts with meditation, mantra chanting and lecture/reading)
• 8:00 am – Yoga Asanas & Relaxation
• 10:00 am – Brunch (Vegetarian meal)
• 4:00 pm – Yoga Asanas & Relaxation
• 6:00 pm – Dinner (Vegetarian meal)
• 8:00 pm – Satsang/Group gathering (starts with meditation, mantra chanting and lecture/reading)
• 10:00 pm – Back to room and lights out