5 Day Forest Escape Yoga Retreat Near Plitvice Lakes, Croatia With Irena
Realigning Yoga Retreat in Croatia
Join Fige Yoga this summer at a magical, eco-friendly property near Plitvice Lakes National Park! Nourish your body and soul with daily yoga, meditations, hot tubs, sauna, river, and forest bathing far away from the daily hustle and bustle – because sometimes, all you need is less!
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Magical eco-estate immersed in the forest
- Daily Ashtanga yoga and mindfulness
- Hot tubs and sauna
- Visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Forest bathing and river bathing
- 4 nights accommodation
- Daily brunch, dinner, and snacks
- Group transfer from and to Zagreb bus station
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
5 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Hot tub / Jacuzzi
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Lounge
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
- Internet access
- Parking lot
- Outdoor shower
Ekodrom Estate is the perfect place to get lost and find peace. Set in an idyllic and supremely private location, you will enjoy the beauty of plum orchards and lush greenery. The property consists of four houses that used to belong to Grandmother Ljuba, and today it belongs to her grandson, Marko. One house used to be a barn, and the other two were cattle stables. Marko and friends turned these traditional constructions into modern houses. Each house has an outdoor private hot tub. Sauna and in-house massage are at your disposal.
Program
Day 1: Arrival + opening circle
Welcome to Croatia. Your journey begins in Zagreb, where a private transfer will take you to the tranquil retreat sanctuary.
After settling in and immersing yourself in the surroundings, gather for an opening circle and group meditation.
In the evening, the chef Tea will delight your taste buds with a delicious dinner.
Day 2: Yoga + forest bathing + Restorative yoga
Start the day with a traditional Ashtanga yoga practice, followed by a delightful brunch.
Then it’s time for forest bathing. Walking in silence develops an intimate relationship with nature, helping you find inner peace and reconnect with your intuition.
The afternoon is yours to enjoy leisure activities, from exploring the forest and picking wildflowers to relaxing in the outdoor hot tubs and saunas.
Before dinner, Irena will guide a gentle Restorative yoga class, followed by a delicious dinner and a circle around the bonfire.
Day 3: Yoga + Plitvice Lakes
After the morning practice and breakfast, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Plitvice Lakes National Park, with its 16 interconnected lakes and waterfalls.
This place is full of magic, forest fairies, and recharging ions.
Return for a warm dinner and cozy moments next to the forest bonfires.
Day 4: Yoga + river magic + Yin yoga
Begin the day with Ashtanga yoga and a healthy brunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a trip to the nearby Mrežnica River, where you can swim, rent a kayak or SUP, or simply relax with a cup of coffee at a beach bar.
Return for a well-deserved Yin yoga class before enjoying a fulfilling dinner.
Day 5: Yoga + departure
Conclude the retreat with a morning yoga session, a closing circle, and a wholesome brunch.
Recharged and rejuvenated, you will be prepared to re-enter daily life.
Transfer back to Zagreb, where you may continue your journey in Croatia or return home.
Retreat overview
This retreat is about immersing yourself in the forest, walking barefoot, and expanding awareness through body, breath, and nature.
Begin each day with a traditional Ashtanga yoga practice and end it with mindful exploration of breath and mind. The green surroundings and gentle nature of Ekodrom Estate provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation and deep, nurturing breaths.
During your stay, visit the famous Plitvice Lakes National Park and enjoy ample free time to unwind in the outdoor hot tub, sauna, or simply relax in a hammock, journaling or reading a book.
To nourish the body, the chef prepares two fresh vegetarian meals and snacks daily. Gluten-free and vegan options are also available.
Included excursions
- Visit to National Park Plitvice Lakes
- Trip to Mreznica River
Instructors
Sasha Dakic
Sasha is a wanderlust in the heart. She would happily spend days and hours outdoors hiking, swimming, traveling, horseback riding, and walking her beloved dog Peggy. She loves dancing, nature, moving, yoga, and great food. Her passions and beliefs inspired her in the creation of Fige Yoga Adventures®. She is a devoted student and teacher of yoga and mindfulness. Her practice has changed her life in infinite ways. Most of all, it allowed her to adventure herself within and enjoy the present moment.
Tea Dukic
Tea graduated in International Business in Hotel and Tourism Management in Cesar Ritz University, and then spent a few years working in a 5-star star hotels around Europe and Asia. Upon returning to her home county she started the radio show "With Spoon around the world" and she spent the next 10 years running a kitchen in different vegan restaurants and hotels in Croatia. Her love and passion for food and cooking still grows each day and she's happy to be able to share it with the beautiful people that she cooks for.
Irena Bartolec
Irena Bartolec is an authorized KPJAYI yoga teacher, currently living in Costa Rica. She holds and organizes annual retreats, workshops, and teacher training internationally in Bali, Europe, Costa Rica, and beyond. Irena has 20 years of extensive teaching and management experience in the fields of yoga, health, wellness, and mindfulness. She is the creator and director at Ashtanga Yoga Mama, established in 2014.
Retreat location
You will find Ekodrom Estate, right between Zagreb and the Adriatic coast. This is a perfect location to explore Croatia’s inland. The Plitvice Lakes National Park, with its surrounding hiking trails, river rafting, and mountain climbing, makes this area a favorite destination for an active vacation.
Unique features
Activities
- Hot tub / Jacuzzi
- Stargazing
General
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Lounge
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
Services
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Parking lot
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Delight in two daily meals and snacks prepared by the in-house chef, following the motto: eat fresh, support local! The brunches and dinners feature vegan or vegetarian options, with gluten-free choices available. Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, fruits, and snacks throughout the day.
The following meals are included:
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
Things to do (optional)
- You can book body readings for extra cost.
Spa treatments
- You can book a massage for an extra cost.
What's included
- 5 days/4 nights accommodation in an eco-friendly estate
- 2 meals per day (brunch and dinners)+snacks
- Daily Ashtanga yoga classes
- Mindfulness explorations
- Entrance fee to Plitvice Lakes
- Trip to the Mreznica River
- Unlimited use of outdoor hot tubs and sauna
- All excursion transfers
- Group transfer from Zagreb and return
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Travel insurance
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Franjo Tuđman Airport
50 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG).
Arrival by bus
Group transfer is included, but from Zagreb bus station. People can come from Zagreb airport to Zagreb bus station in 20 minutes. A taxi is 40 EUR, a shuttle bus is 8 EUR.
As people arrive at different times, Fige Yoga decided to have a group transfer from Zagreb bus station straight to Ekodrom Estate (1 hour).
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 36.3% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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