6 Days Traditional Hatha Yoga Retreat in Kerala, Southern India

During this retreat, you will be camping in a tent at Munroe Eco Camp. This is a no frill camp located on an island, it has tents with simple sleeping mats set amidst the property, for you to enjoy the place in the best possible manner and within a budget.

At Munroe Eco camp, the available accommodation options are on a single, double, or triple occupancy basis. There are pillows, towels, tissue rolls, fans, and lights that are all chargeable at the accommodation site. Also, there is a shared toilet available within the property which you can use any time.

For this retreat, you can choose either the bed room tent with sleeping mat and living space, or the Munroe Bungalow with air-conditioned and en-suite bathroom.

During this retreat, there will be a daily yoga asana and pranayama techniques during the morning and evening. Also, there will be a meditation session as well during sunrise and sunset.

This retreat will be held at the Munroe Eco Camp, it is a no frills camp on an island in a fantastic location. Munroe Island is the myriad of canals, intricately traversing a lush landscape of about 13 square kilometers. Munroe island is surrounded by the most finest side, it has a river on one side and a lake on the other side. If you are looking for a private piece of paradise away from the hustle and bustle, this retreat will be the perfect serene escape ever.

The Munroe Eco Camp provides a tranquil, natural environment, and conducive for retreats with friends and family. This is also a suitable place for bird enthusiasts, nature lovers, and ecologists.

Nearby places

• Jatayu Rock, located 30 kilometers away from Kollam in Chadayamangalam village
• Kollam railway station, 26 kilometers
• Munroe island Railway station, 2 kilometers
• Ochira, located 32 kilometers away from Kollam city, Kollam district in Kerala
• Trivandrum International Airport (TRV), 76 kilometers

Daily meals are not included in the retreat cost, you can order the traditional Kerala breakfast and lunch that are available onsite at additional cost. As for dinner, you can check with the chef what is available.

In the retreat site, there are plenty of other exciting and therapeutic activities for you to enjoy. For instance, you can go for fishing, kayaking, swimming in the river or lake, or have an exploratory walk around the village.

Furthermore, you can visit the organic farm, catch a glimpse of otters in the river, and bird watching. If you are interested in fishing, you can watch how the fishermen uses trained cormorants to fish. Moreover, you can visit the fish farm to learn the nuances of the fish farms.

If you love water sport or boat rides, there are canoes and boats that are ready to hire. Thus, you can go for a boat ride to enjoy the sunset over the lake. Munroe Island is the myriad of canals, some of these canals are so tiny that it can only just fit one canoe. Moreover, you can also experience the process of neera tapping, coir making, and other local pursuits. In addition, you can try and learn to climb a coconut palm as well.

• 5 nights accommodation
• Daily morning and evening yoga practices
• Pranayama techniques
• Sunrise and sunset mediation

• Additional activities
• Ayurvedic massage
• Daily meals
• City tour
• Fish hunting
• Kayaking
• Personal expenses
• Staying in a house boat
• Sunset cruises in Vallam
• Village tour around the countryside
• Visit the Varkala beach

Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at Trivandrum International Airport (TRV). Munroe Island is 76 kilometers far from the airport. If you are taking taxi, the fare is around 2400 INR. The organizer will arrange boat for you to travel from Munroe Island to Munroe Eco Camp.

Arrival by railway

If you are traveling by train, from the Munroturuttu railway station to Munroe Eco Camp there are approximately 2 kilometers. In addition, from Kollam railway station to Munroe Eco Camp there are 26 kilometers.

• A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
• The deposit is fully refundable if the booking is cancelled up to 10 days before the arrival date.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 2 days before arrival.