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 Zaovine Lake or Drina River * Peace and quiet |
* Accommodation next to pristine Zaovine Lake
* Two delicious freshly prepared vegetarian meals per day * Swimming in beautiful Zaovine Lake just 5 min away from our doorstep * Organized transfer from Belgrade |
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 * You'd love to spend a week with spectacular views over a pristine mountain lake * Swimming daily in a gorgeous mountain lake is how you imagine a perfect summer holiday * 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 enjoy swim in a beautiful lake.
We will be staying on the shore of Zaovine Lake, definitely one of the most beautiful lakes in the Balkans. Our accommodation is located on a hill offering spectacular views of the lake and the landscape and it is only 10 minutes walking away from the lake, making it a perfect location for a summer holiday. 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 90 minutes. 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. Zaovine Lake is practically in front of our doorstep, so daily swimming and other water activities are a certainty. We can also explore different parts of the lake with kayaks, or if you decide you want a change of scenery, we can take the kayaks to Drina River. Evenings will see us back on our mats, for a shorter practice session. Dinner is served around 7 PM. After dinner - free time for everyone. 
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TENTATIVE DAILY SCHEDULE
7.30 - 9.00 am - Morning practice 9.15 am - Breakfast 11.00 am - Afternoon activity or free time (varies daily) 6.00 - 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 two beautiful wooden houses, built in the traditional local style, but with modern amenities. The houses are located next to Zaovine Lake, offering breath taking views of the lake and the surrounding landscape. Apart from the obvious possibility of daily swimming and water activities, there are also several hiking paths to spectacular view points starting right in front of our house. Our accommodation is within a typical mountain village of Western Serbia and although most inhabitants have moved away, there's still that serene and comforting atmosphere of the simplicity of the countryside.
The houses are simple, comfortable, and very homey. Each room has a bathroom and a kitchenette. Some of them have two single beds on the ground level, and others come on two levels - with one single bed on the ground level and a double bed on the upper level. There's also a lot of space for outdoor dining, as well as a covered space for bonfire and chilling in case of bad weather. |
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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 Zaovine.
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 Zaovine.
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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A unit to be shared among three guests, suitable only for three people coming together
600 EUR |
To be shared among two guests
700 EUR |
Have the entire unit for yourself
900 EUR |
For more information and for special deals, contact us at info@myyogicadventure.com
