THE TRAVEL YOGI
Fiji Yoga Adventure
Trip in One Word: Sun-Kissed
What You’ll Experience In Fiji
On this Fiji yoga retreat adventure you’ll find yourself in one of Nature’s most luxurious settings. You’ll revel in natural beauty, learn about local culture and explore marine and mangrove biodiversity—all with a daily dose of world renowned Fijian hospitality. Fiji comprises over 300 islands and has three official languages, English, Fjiian, and Fijian Hindu—the mix and warmth of cultures and language is as impressive and varied as the astounding colors and warmth of nature. Snorkel among electric coral gardens, learn about sustainability and conservation efforts and discover the richness of Fiji on this adventure. The mix of wonderful people, breathtaking nature and island culture that will wow even the wildest of adventurers.
How You’ll Experience Fiji
You’ll sleep and eat in luxury at the Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, overlooking Savusavu Bay. You’ll explore Fiji’s marine wonders just like the resort’s namesake oceanographic explorer—driven by curiosity, a passion for conservation and adventure. Extraordinarily, you’ll snorkel through vibrant coral gardens and barrier reefs with a marine biologist, so be sure to pack your thinking cap! Get hands-on and help replant endemic mangroves, hike to inland waterfalls to swim in cascading freshwater and explore deserted (by people, anyway) islands. You’ll eat fresh, local cuisine, practice your Fijian as you get to know the locals and stay grounded on your mat with daily practice. Despite the archipelago’s size, this Fiji yoga retreat adventure doubles down on the truism of our interconnectedness through nature and each other.
How You’ll Feel When You Return Home
You’ll arrive home sun-kissed, snorkeled-out and drenched in new knowledge and inspiration. Courtesy of this Fiji yoga retreat adventure you’ll be lightened by your experience of the Fijian way of life and the islands’ unbounded beauty. Imbued in your memory bank, you’ll carry with you the lesson that only Fiji can teach: happiness is the way.
Fiji Yoga Retreat Details
NADI
WATERFALLS
VANUA LEVU
Fiji Yoga Retreat Upcoming Dates
Maile Sivert
Maile Sivert
Maile discovered yoga in 1996 and immediately she could feel there was something special, something indefinable to it. Richard Freeman, whom she met while living in Colorado in 1998, is her primary teacher. She continues to study with him annually, has completed four of his advanced trainings, and assists him at Yoga Journal Conferences.
Maile teaches moderate-paced, mindful vinyasa. She is inspired by the connection between breath and movement and teaches precision in alignment. Her classes are an active, yet nurturing synthesis of flowing postures, breath awareness and yogic philosophy.
In 2014, she proudly became the owner of The Mindful Body Yoga & Massage Studio in San Francisco.
In addition to practicing yoga, Maile loves adventure travel, hiking, dogs, surfing (warm water preferred!), eating vegetables from her garden, swimming and mangoes.
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What's Included
- Eight days oceanfront accommodation
- Multiple chances to snorkel with a resident marine biologist
- Waterfall & plunge adventure
- Mangrove seedling planting
- River or Savusavu Bay kayaking
- Journey into town to enjoy the hum of the local market
- Unlimited ocean or pool swim time
- Medicine walk to learn the uses of the endemic plants with a local elder
- Stroll the reef at low tide with a resident marine biologist
- Option to grab a SUP board and head out for a paddle
- Morning and evening yoga on most days (please see the full itinerary for yoga schedule)
- One 1hr massage per traveler
- All a la carte meals on property
- All non-alcoholic drinks (including mocktails), espresso and specialty teas at meals
- Afternoon tea
- Fijian buddy and/or nanny for children (on departures labeled ‘Family Adventure’ only)
- Meet and greet at the Nadi airport and escort to the local hopper flight
- Meet and greet at Savusavu airport
- Roundtrip transfers from the airport
What's Not Included
- International flights to Savusavu (SVU)
- Alcoholic drinks
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature (phone calls, souvenirs, spa services, etc)
- Travel Insurance (with covid coverage, required by Fiji)
Accommodations
Savusavu
Oceanfront never looked so good on this Fiji yoga retreat adventure. Beautifully appointed (although nothing will top the view) bures will be either standalone with one king bed or attached bures with one king bed and two twins. All bathrooms are en suite and attached bures each have their own entrance. Enjoy the large decks, hammocks and beautiful views of Savusavu Bay.
Itinerary
Our Fiji yoga retreat adventure is unique and immersive. Each itinerary will have slight changes based on local holidays, events and, of course, the tide. Below is a sample of what can be expected as you immerse in this sun-kissed country with The Travel Yogi:
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DAY ONE
- Fly to Nadi, Fiji and get ready for adventure…
- Our team will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hopper flight to Savusavu
- Arrive at Savusavu airport and meet your transfer
- Enjoy the short drive and warm welcome to Fiji and Vanua Levu
- Tuck into lunch, unpack and soak up the sun
- Opening airplane-twist-move-it-out yoga class
- Welcome dinner and your first, stunning, Fijian sunset
- Ni sa bula!
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DAY TWO
- Morning arms-and-legs yoga to prepare for snorkeling
- Head to breakfast and fuel up for the day
- Grab your sunscreen and head out to snorkel
- Prepare to be amazed by vibrant fish and coral colors as you head out to learn with a marine biologist
- Re-apply that sunscreen and relax before lunchtime
- Spend the afternoon relaxing or sit with a local elder as they retell their ancient myths and legends
- Come together for evening yoga
- Enjoy dinner and the magic of the Fijian night sky
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DAY THREE
- Morning yoga centered on balance so that you can get your waterfall legs on!
- After breakfast it’s time to head inland
- Wear comfortable walking clothes and your swim suit as we head to the lush inland waterfalls and fresh water pools
- Learn about the unique and endemic plant and animal life on Vanua Levu and the archipelago
- Return for lunch midday
- Take a walk on the water-side at low tide
- Stroll the reefs with the resident marine biologist and explore tidal zone marine life and it’s role within the ocean eco-system
- As the sun goes down head back for evening yoga
- Enjoy the tastes of local Fijian cuisine for dinner
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DAY FOUR
- Slight sleep-in to catch up on sun-drenched sleepiness and a later morning yoga
- Head from the mat over to breakfast
- Time is on your side this morning and you can relax, schedule your massage, head out on a SUP board, or…
- Come together for lunch
- Head out to the mangroves this afternoon to learn their vital role in the eco-system and plant some little seedlings to help keep Fiji green
- Enjoy early evening yoga
- Dinner time among the tiki torches
5
DAY FIVE
- Morning yoga and delicious island breakfast
- Relaxing morning as you decide whether to head out on the glass bottom boat, book that massage, hit the courts or simply stroll the beach or chill out poolside
- Enjoy lunch all together
- Slather on the sunscreen and head back out into the waves to snorkel and explore
- Early evening yoga and relaxation
- Fijian dinner by the surf
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DAY SIX
- Morning yoga and healthy, delicious breakfast
- Head out this morning to the village where many of the locals you’ll meet during the week live
- Enjoy a morning of local island life and lend a hand in the kitchen, at the local school or anywhere needed
- Enjoy the hum and routine of daily life in paradise
- Head back to sate hungry tummies
- Put your swim suit back on and kayak out along the coast with the resident marine biologist for an eco-tour above and below the waves
- Evening yoga
- Dinner together on property
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DAY SEVEN
- Morning yoga to gear up for a final day of adventure, island exploration or chill time
- Fill up on your island breakfast as you plan your final island day
- Today is your last chance to enjoy your included massage (or book your second, or third…), snorkel Fiji’s turquoise waters, head out on a hobby cat or glass bottom boat or to simply chill by the ocean. Pick your adventure/chill poison and enjoy
- Come together for lunch and swap out adventure for chill this afternoon or vice versa
- Enjoy a closing evening yoga session and dinner together in this tropical paradise
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DAY EIGHT
- Rise and shine for breakfast and packing
- This morning we’ll head out to the local market to experience this weekly event of fresh foods and local crafts
- Enjoy this last chance to practice your Fijian and pick up some local handicrafts
- Return brieftly to pick up your bags and say goodbye to new friends
- Take last looks at this island paradise as we head to the airport to head home
- Vainui vinada e nomu volau
TESTIMONIALS
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Frequently Asked Questions
For U.S. travelers all you will need is a passport to enter Fiji. Your passport will need to be valid for at least 6 months after your date of departure from Fiji and will require at least one blank page for the entry stamp. Nationals of all other countries should check entry requirements with their government.
Your COVID vaccination cycle needs to be complete at least 14 days prior to entry to Fiji. Beyond that, please be sure you are up on all your basic vaccinations and speak with your doctor.
In general, yes! The food is delicious and, as often as possible, locally sourced. All requests should be able to be accommodated as long as we have sufficient notice of at least four weeks prior to departure. Please contact The Travel Yogi with any dietary questions.
Yes, travel insurance is required for this trip by the government of Fiji. Please make sure you have a policy before departure that covers COVID. We will send you a quote from Redpoint shortly after booking.
On this adventure, yes, you will need to bring your own mat.
Absolutely.
Yes! Of course. Once you’re booked you’ll receive an email with important logistical information and a link to your invoice. You can pay any amount at any time on the invoice; you can use it as a payment plan or leave it alone until the final due date. Remember that deposits are non-refundable so, on all trips, we recommend purchasing travel insurance.
