SHOULD I COME?
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LOCATION
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YOGA&MEDITATION
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PROGRAM
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ACCOMMODATION
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FOOD
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GETTING THERE
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BOOKING
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HIGHLIGHTS
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* Daily yoga and meditation classes with an experienced teacher
* Daily hiking through Durmitor National Park with a mountain guide * Exploring authentic off the beaten trek Montenegrin countryside * Getting an introduction to Montenegrin history and culture |
* Visiting at least five glacial lakes with opportunities to swim in all of them
* Rafting through Tara River Canyon * Accommodation in charming bungalows with stunning views * Two delicious freshly prepared meals per day, plus a packed lunch - all made of local ingredients * Organized airport transfer |
YOU WILL LOVE THIS RETREAT IF...
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* You absolutely love hiking, and you don't mind some challenging long hikes
* Spending time in nature away from urban centers is what recharges your batteries * You like doing yoga and think that yoga is the best way to unwind after a long hike * Hiking and being active outdoors in a breathtaking national park is your idea of a perfect holiday * Swimming in glacial lakes sounds like something you definitely don't want to miss * You are excited to explore remote areas of a tiny European country, where it often seems that nothing has changed for hundreds of years * Having simple home made local food can keep your belly happy * You are happy to share a bungalow suite with one or two other yogis * You are looking forward to having some peaceful me-time, to wind down and reconnect with yourself and nature |
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LOCATION
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This retreat is all about exploring the nature and history of Montenegro off the beaten track and hiking on some of the most spectacular trails of Europe. We will spend most of our time in Durmitor National Park, although we will venture to some other less explored but equally beautiful Montenegrin mountains.
We will summit some of Montenegro's highest peaks, hike through lush forests, visit centuries old villages, and swim in glacial lakes. You will have a chance to see a medieval Orthodox monastery with some exquisitely preserved fresco wall paintings as well as visit a mysterious medieval Bogomil burial site. To round up the adventurous week, we offer you rafting on Tara River, relaxing boat ride and swimming on Piva Lake, canyoning through Nevidio Canyon, or a zip-line ride over Tara Canyon. Whether you want an adrenalin-filled week, or a relaxing and soothing holiday, Montenegrin mountains will for sure blow your expectations! |
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YOGA & MEDITATION
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We will practice once a day on various stunning locations - at mountain tops, on blooming meadows, in lush forests, by glacial lakes.
Marija teaches gentle Hatha yoga, with a lot of emphasis on body awareness and mindful movement, as well as on the proper alignment, breath and focus. Apart from asana (posture), we will practice pranayama (breathing techniques), as well as meditation. The classes are primarily envisioned to be complementary to all the hiking we will do during the week, so we will mostly focus on stretching and unwinding from the daily hikes. However, the retreat will also offer an opportunity to dive deeper into yoga and meditation practice. The retreat is suitable for all levels. |
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PROGRAM
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Following a freshly prepared breakfast, we will head out for daily hike. Most hikes will require some driving to the starting point.
These are some of the hikes that we will do during the week: 1. Stabljanska Lakes - The hike will take around 4 hours of walking, mostly through a lush forest. We can also have a dip in these pristine glacial lakes. 2. Prutaš - This will be a bit more demanding hike to the Prutaš peak - one of the highest peaks of Durmitor National Park, with an impressive view of the surroundings. The hike will take around 7 hours to complete. 3. Black Lake - This will be a very easy hike around The Black Lake in Durmitor National Park. The trail goes all around the lake and takes around 2 hours to complete. After that - it's swimming time! 3. Dragišnica Valley - This is a fairly easy hike, but still one of the most beautiful hiking tours in Montenegro. The path runs through different landscapes - rolling pastures, view of impressive peaks, walking through forests and meadows and finally arriving to one of the most beautiful villages in the Balkans - Pošćenje. 4. Summiting Mountain Lola - This hike will take us to Lola's highest peak Great Zabalac (2129m). The mountain is covered with rolling pastures and dotted with many shepherd villages in which little has changed over the past centuries. 
All activities and classes are optional, and everybody is welcome to skip any of them any time they feel like it.
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To experience all the natural beauty Montenegro has to offer, we will also take you rafting through Europe's deepest canyon - Tara Canyon. If you prefer a more relaxing activity, boat ride and swimming in Piva Lake would be a perfect choice. Depending on the weather, there is also a possibility of canyoning through Europe's last explored canyon - Nevidio.
TENTATIVE DAILY SCHEDULE
7.30 - 8.30 am - Breakfast 8.45 am - Heading out for the hike/rafting/boat ride 1.00 pm - Lunch in the mountains 3.30 - 6.00 pm - Free time 6.00 - 7.30 pm - Yoga practice 7.30 pm - Dinner 8.30 pm - Free time 
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ACCOMMODATION
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We will stay in two different locations on this trip. The first three nights we will stay in bungalows overlooking the Piva Canyon, and just 10 mins drive from Piva Lake.
The other four nights we will be accommodated in Pošćenje village. The village is beyond charming, encircled with mountain peaks and boasting two small glacial lakes, (one with a yoga platform). In both locations, we will be accommodated in simple but comfortable bungalows, each with a private bathroom. Each bungalow will be shared by 2-3 people. Both locations also have a restaurant on the premises as well as spacious garden with outside sitting area. 
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FOOD
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All the daily meals are included in the price of the retreat. We will have breakfast and dinner in the local restaurant. As we will usually be in the mountains during lunch time, we will get a lunch box and enjoy our meal out in the nature.
The food at the retreat will be freshly prepared traditional Montenegrin food made up of local ingredients - vegetables, fruits, locally made jams and honey, as well as famous Montenegrin cheese and deli meats. Since we will be exploring rural Montenegro, where there is such a strong tradition of meat production, unlike all other MYA retreats, meat will be served on this retreat. However, vegetarian option will always be available. Unlike all of our other retreats, unfortunately we won't be able to accommodate for special dietary requirements (vegan, gluten free, etc.) |
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GETTING THERE
All the transfers in this trip are organized by MYA and are already included in the price.
On May 27th, we will meet in Podgorica no later than 2pm. We can pick you up from Podgorica airport, bus or train station, or from the city center. After the retreat, we will bring you back to Podgorica by 2pm.
If your flight schedule doesn't match with organized transportation time, that is not a problem, we can also organize a private transfer for you, at an additional cost.
If you need any help with the organization of your travels, don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
On May 27th, we will meet in Podgorica no later than 2pm. We can pick you up from Podgorica airport, bus or train station, or from the city center. After the retreat, we will bring you back to Podgorica by 2pm.
If your flight schedule doesn't match with organized transportation time, that is not a problem, we can also organize a private transfer for you, at an additional cost.
If you need any help with the organization of your travels, don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
BOOKING
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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
* All yoga and meditation classes * Seven nights accommodation * Three delicious freshly prepared meals per day * All the hikes (all with a guide) * All the transfers (from and to the airport as well as during the tour) * All the entrance tickets to national parks * All the taxes |
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
* Any additional meals in or outside of the accommodation * Any drinks * Rafting * Canyoning * Boat ride * Zip line |
7 nights full board
Shared bungalow
(price per person)
850 EUR
(price per person)
850 EUR
For more information and for special deals, contact us at [email protected]
