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About Vala House

A creative wellness center in the Rheenendal, just outside Knysna. The retreats concentrate on marrying yoga with a variety of creative pursuits.

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Instructors

Peter Townshend

Cailin Knox

Cami Burger

Vishal Dubey

What Do People Say About Us?

All our reviews are from travellers with verified trips booked through our platform.

Steffen Stoltmann

from Germany, November 2024

A Sanctuary for Mind, Body and Soul – Perfect Yoga Retreat

My time at Vala House was truly special and exactly what I was looking for – peaceful, inspiring, and full of positive energy. Peter and his team welcomed me with such warmth, kindness, and openness, making the entire experience unforgettable.

The days are well-structured and balanced, offering either invigorating or relaxing yoga sessions, sauna, ice bathing, and delicious vegetarian cuisine. There are also personalized activities like hiking, forest bathing, horseback riding, beach yoga, de-stress workshops, Reiki, or soothing massages.

Vala House itself is an oasis of peace and relaxation for body and mind, set amidst lush nature and the stunning Knysna forests. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a unique and rejuvenating retreat!

Damini Boodhooa

from Mauritius, July 2024

Amazing life changing experience

The welcoming of the Vala Family, the nature and peaceful environment and the love and support of everyone

Anne Vetter

from Germany, December 2023

What a nourishing experience. thank you

The beautiful setting in nature, lovely interior, yummy food! and being held in a caring, fun environment.

Thelma Kruger

from South Africa, July 2023

A great escape

Loved my stay at Valla house, beautiful setting, peaceful surroundings, Peter was a fantastic host and the team was super friendly, kind and accomodating. Thank you for providing a place to rest and restore. Was very special.

Nic Phillips

from South Africa, November 2022

Beyond my expectations

As soon as I arrived I was made to feel like part of the family

Peter was a great host and very easy to talk with

The food was cooked fresh each meal. Vegan food was prepared and cooked by Nelson and Ian who worked very hard

The yoga was pitched at the right level I didn’t realise that there would be so many activities including para gliding canoeing hiking art reiki and massage.

All the external people brought in to assist were superb

A thoroughly enjoyable week I arrived an emotional wreck and left enlightened.

I would certainly recommend this Yoga Retreat.