4 Day Weekend Spa and Yoga Retreat at Ambong-Ambong in Langkawi, Kedah

Accommodation

Check-in Time:

14:00

Check-out Time:

12:00

Ambong-Ambong is a group of cottages, suites, and pool villas set amidst a tropical forest. Perched on a forested hill slope, the resort is unique by always giving the natural environment priority even when it was being built.

Buildings were built around existing forest trees, nesting sites left unmolested (even if it meant resisting a building) and the slopes were only minimally disturbed.

If you love nature, you will enjoy staying with them in this peaceful environment. They offer free shuttle service from 8:00 a.m. to 12 a.m. to nearby areas, free Wi-Fi, shared pool, plug type-G, and voltage 240V.

Program

In this four-day, three-night yoga retreat, you will be introduced to a set of basic yet challenging postures that will serve as a solid foundation from which you can build a safe and enjoyable yoga practice in the long term. Each class will begin with a breathing exercise (pranayama), followed by either a strength-based or restorative based postures.

Generally, morning classes will have a more energetic theme, while evening yoga classes will be more restorative. Two special workshops will be included during your retreat, one focusing on safe techniques to practice yoga sustainably over the long term and another focusing more on the philosophical aspect of yoga, delving into the eight limbs of yoga and how you can learn to incorporate yoga throughout every aspect of your daily life. This retreat is open to all people of all gender at any age.

Sample daily schedule

Day 1

12:00 - 16:00 Arrival (lunch at Rimba – free schedule) and check-in starts from 2 p.m.
16:00 - 17:30 Evening yoga
19:00 - 20:30 Group dinner at Rimba (healthy vegetarian menu)
21:00 Bedtime

Day 2

08:00 - 08:15 Breathing meditation
08:15 - 09:30 Yoga Basic I
09:30 - 11:00 Breakfast
11:00 - 12:00 Yoga workshop
12:00 - 16:00 Lunch at Rimba (free schedule) and free time (rest, spa, beach, etc.)
16:00 - 17:30 Evening yoga
17:30 Free time and dinner (not included)
21:00 Bedtime

Day 3

08:00 - 08:15 Breathing meditation
08:15 - 09:30 Yoga Basic II
09:30 - 10:30 Breakfast
10:30 - 12:00 Yoga workshop
12:00 - 17:00 Free time and lunch (not included)
17:00 - 18:00 Meditation by the beach (subject to weather)
19:00 Group dinner at Monsoon
21:00 Bedtime

Day 4

08:00 - 08:15 Breathing meditation
08:15 - 09:30 Yoga Basic III
09:30 - 09:45 Key takeaways, group photo
09:45 - 11:30 Breakfast and check out

Instructors

Nabilla Sharil

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Nabilla is an Ashtanga yoga teacher based in Kuala Lumpur. She studies under Saraswathi Jois and makes annual trips to Mysore, India to practice under her guidance. Nabilla brings sound knowledge into her classes with a clear and detailed explanation of each posture. She believes in the healing potential that proper breathing and consistent asana practice can bring to the mind and body.

Retreat location

Ambong Ambong Rainforest Retreat is a tropical retreat set in a lush rainforest on Langkawi Island with 11 units and is slightly quirky but warm, friendly and discreet.

Set in a lush tropical forest alive with wild life overlooking the Andaman Sea, Ambong Ambong Rainforest Retreat secluded though not isolated, guests love the serenity of the hotel which is a mere five-minute walk from Pantai Tengah.

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Unique features

Activities

Massage
Spa
Swimming
Swimming pool (outdoor)

General

Beach
Yoga deck

Services

Free Wi-Fi
Tour assistance

Food

The food will be mainly served at Restaurant Rimba. Great location overlooking the Andaman Sea. Surrounded with greenery, it provides the peaceful and breezy ambiance. The dishes are prepared with fresh locally sourced ingredients.

The following meals are included:

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Drinks

The following drinks are included:

Water

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
Other dietary requirements on request

If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation

Things to do (optional)

Additional Spa Treatments

Ishan Malaysian Spa has a specially curated treatments for man and woman respectively. Massage is therapeutic touch. It has always been part of healing, both physical and emotional. When massage is combined with essential oils, numerous benefits are possible. The combination of these will improve circulation and lymphatic drainage and aid in the elimination of tissue wastes.

The scents of the essential oils can bring peace and tranquility as well as mental awareness. As a result this will open and increase the flow of energy, balancing the entire nervous system and helping to release physical and emotional disharmony.

Visit to the nearby Pantai Tengah beach

Local Night Market visit

Night market is open somewhere on the island every day of the week! It is best to visit between 6 to 8 p.m. to see its liveliness. Be ready to bring some small change and enjoy the local food and fruits along the street.

This Saturday night market is located at the Kuah town area, which is 30-minute drive from the resort. Ambong-Ambong is happy to arrange a grab/taxi for you and the one way ride is about 30 MYR. The night market is not too far from the famous big eagle statue, which is one of the main

sightseeing spots in Langkawi.

Batik Painting

If you are interested to learn some art and cultural activities to do in Langkawi, here are some recommendations for you! About 15 minutes drive from the resort, you will reach Atma Alam Batik Art Village.

You will learn on the art of batik creating process and you’ll get to paint your own for a souvenir! Choose from the available designs, wax on cotton and enjoy the experience of Batik paintings.

There will be a teacher to guide you how to. The village consisting of a Batik Workshop, Batik Showroom, Art Gallery, and handicraft section offers quality local products.

Price: 30 MYR / painting of 30 cm x 30 cm cotton.
Duration: 30 - 90 minutes (depends on individual) and traveling 40 minutes (20 minutes x 2 ways)
Business hours: anytime between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. for painting
Taxi: 20 MYR one way

Spa treatments

Two times one-hour Langkawi classic body, foot reflexology, or facial massage are included.

What's included

6 inclusive meals
2 one-hour massage on your free time (Langkawi classic body, facial, or reflexology)
Total 11 hours yoga and wellness classes
Free time

What's not included

Airfare
Transfer to/from Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Any beverages (other than water and post yoga fresh juice)
2 meals (1 lunch, 1 dinner not included - try out local food outside)
Ayurvedic treatments

How to get there

Recommended Airports

LGK

Langkawi International Airport

7 km

Transfer not provided

Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at Langkawi International Airport (LGK). This airport can be reached directly from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL), Penang airport (PEN), or Changi Airport (SIN) in Singapore. Airport transfer can be arranged via hotel at 80 MYR/car. You can easily find taxi just outside of Door #4 and cost 30 MYR/car.

'Grab' (e-hauling mobile app) is also widely available in Langkawi (approximately 20 minutes from the airport to the hotel). If you take a ferry from Kuala Perlis, Kuala Kedah, or Penang, the hotel transfer is 100 MYR/car and taxi is MYR 40. You will arrive at Kuah Jetty Point.

Airport: Langkawi International Airport Airport transfer available:Langkawi International Airport (US$ 19 per person) Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.

Cancellation Policy

A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
The rest of the payment should be paid 14 days before arrival.

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