SHOULD I COME?
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LOCATION
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YOGA&MEDITATION
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PROGRAM
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STAY
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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
* Hiking through Tara National Park * Boat ride through spectacular Drina River Canyon * Kayaking on Drina River, or in one of the lakes * Peace and quiet |
* Accommodation in the heart of the National Park in a newly renovated mountain lodge, far away from any distractions
* Two delicious freshly prepared vegetarian meals per day * Organized airport transfer |
YOU WILL LOVE THIS RETREAT IF...
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* Spending time in nature away from urban centers is what recharges your batteries
* You are curious about yoga and meditation and want to develop your own practice * Hiking and being active outdoors in a breathtaking national park is your idea of a perfect holiday * You'd love to try out kayaking through wild rural Serbian landscape in beautiful Drina River * You'd like to take a boat ride through spectacular Drina River Canyon * You crave for some "nature connection" * Having simple vegetarian food can keep your belly happy * You think that being able to see the Milky Way every night with your naked eye is pretty cool * You love remote places, where the distractions of modern life are brought down to a minimum * 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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Tara National Park is famous for its lush forests and it's breathtaking viewpoints. Over the course of the week, we will be enjoying the pristine nature of the National Park, hiking through its forests, admiring the views, and probably getting a couple of opportunities for swimming.
We will be staying in one of the most remote parts of Tara National Park. Our lodge is located far away from any settlement or any other touristic infrastructure. The area is surrounded with forests and several hiking paths pass just in front of our doorstep. This location is perfect for supporting our yoga and meditation practice - far away from any distractions, quiet, and peaceful. Being far away from any settlements and with no light pollution, star gazing has been one of the favorite aspects of this retreat for our previous guests. |
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YOGA & MEDITATION
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On most days, we will practice two times a day on a soft grassy meadow next to your accommodation.
Marija teaches Hatha yoga, focusing on mindful movement, body awareness and the proper alignment, rather than on achieving certain postures. The primary aim of these classes is to gain a better understanding of your body and of the underlying principles of yoga and meditation practice. Apart from asana (posture), we practice pranayama (breathing), as well as meditation in each class. The classes are organized as workshops, during which we will explore different physical, mental and spiritual aspects of the practice. To read more about Marija and her teaching style, click here. The retreat is suitable for all levels. Beginners will have the chance to get the taste of yoga and build a strong foundation for their yogic journey. More experienced yogis will deepen their understanding and get some inspiration to further develop their practice. |
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PROGRAM
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Mornings are reserved for our practice, which will usually take around 2 hours. We'll have an early start, and after the class we will enjoy a well-deserved freshy prepared brunch.
Afternoons are filled with various activities – we will go on hikes around the National Park, visiting the most impressive view points. We'll also go for a boat ride down Drina Canyon all the way to Bosnian town Visegrad. Tara National Park is has two beautiful lakes in its vicinity, as well as Drina River. All of these are great locations to do some kayaking, or just enjoy an easy day by a lake/river. Evenings will see us back on our mats, for another yoga and meditation session. Dinner is served around 7 PM. After dinner - free time for everyone. 
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TENTATIVE DAILY SCHEDULE
7.30 - 9.30 am - Morning practice 9.45 am - Breakfast 11.00 am - Afternoon activity or free time (varies daily) 5.30 - 7.00 pm - Evening practice 7.30 pm - Dinner 8.30 pm - Free time 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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STAY
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We will be staying in a mountain lodge, at 1100 m altitude inside the area of the National Park, making it a perfect starting point for exploring the Tara Mountain and its surrounding. The lodge is surrounded by unspoiled nature, around 30km away from any settlement.
It is a typical mountain house - simple, comfortable, and very homey - with single, double, and triple rooms. The single and double rooms have private bathrooms, and the three single rooms share one bathroom. The interiors have been newly renovated, giving it a more modern feel and much greater comfort. A dining room and common area are situated on the ground floor. There is also an outside sitting area, our yoga meadow just next to the house and basically the whole hill as our backyard. |
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FOOD
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We'll have two buffet-style meals a day - brunch and dinner will be served as full hearty meals.
The meals will be freshly prepared by our cook, made up mostly of local ingredients - local honey, fruits and vegetables, dairy. As we will mostly be out and about during lunch time, please bring your own snacks or whatever you like to have for a packed lunch. All the meals at the retreat will be vegetarian. If you have specific dietary requirements (e.g. vegan, gluten-free, etc.), it is essential that you mention that prior to booking. We will do our best to cater to all of your dietary needs, but we do need to know about them beforehand. |
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GETTING THERE
The closest airport to Tara Mountain is International Airport in Belgrade, which is around 200 km away.
There will be organized transportation leaving Belgrade on the first day of the retreat at 10am. On the last day of the retreat, the organized transportation will reach Belgrade at 3pm. Please have that in mind when booking your flights. If your flights schedule doesn't fit with these timings, we can also organize private transfer for you. The prices both for the group and private transfer will be announced closer to the beginning of the retreat.
Alternatively, you can come to the town of Bajina Basta, which is around 30km away, in your own arrangement by a local bus. From Bajiina Basta, you will have to hire a cab for the last 30km to Predov Krst.
If you need any assistance with the organization of your trip to Serbia, feel free to write to us at info@myyogicadventure.com
There will be organized transportation leaving Belgrade on the first day of the retreat at 10am. On the last day of the retreat, the organized transportation will reach Belgrade at 3pm. Please have that in mind when booking your flights. If your flights schedule doesn't fit with these timings, we can also organize private transfer for you. The prices both for the group and private transfer will be announced closer to the beginning of the retreat.
Alternatively, you can come to the town of Bajina Basta, which is around 30km away, in your own arrangement by a local bus. From Bajiina Basta, you will have to hire a cab for the last 30km to Predov Krst.
If you need any assistance with the organization of your trip to Serbia, feel free to write to us at info@myyogicadventure.com
BOOKING
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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
* all yoga and meditation classes * 7 nights accommodation * two meals per day * tea and coffee on the premises * all the hikes |
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
* Airport and other transfers * Kayaking * Boat ride * Personal expenses |
7 nights half board
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Triple room with private bathroom
500 EUR |
Twin room with private bathroom
550 EUR |
Single room with shared bathroom
650 EUR |
For more information and for special deals, contact us at info@myyogicadventure.com
