A week in stunning Montenegro – land of beaches, lakes and mountains

Think yoga morning and evening plus delicious, nutritionist-designed buffets twice daily, all hosted in our delightful, quirky venue. Our yoga studio has views of the sea and surrounding mountains, and in between classes you could choose to book a spa treatment or hang out in our rooftop jacuzzi. We’ll be just a short stroll from one of Montenegro’s longest beaches and walking trails, and easy driving distance from national parks and historic coastal towns. Lovely people, beautiful surroundings, great food and yoga - the perfect summer week!

Read on for all the details… prices, policies, room types and what is/ isn’t included. If you have any questions ask us by clicking here!

What will the yoga be like?

We'll practice hatha, vinyasa, yin and restorative yoga, with classes both morning and evening. Start your day with an energising but mindful vinyasa flow on our shaded practice space with 180 degree coastal views. Set yourself up for the day ahead by moving in time with your breath: unhurried movement to help calm your mind. There will be ample opportunity for personal attention, and to advance your practice by learning how to adapt the postures to best suit the needs of your own body. Each evening we'll wind down with a slow, calming and grounding practice, rounded off with a guided relaxation. You'll float out of our evening sessions feeling relaxed, renewed and restored. In addition, we will also practice some simple meditation and breathing techniques that are perfect for keeping the relaxed vibe going even after you get back home to real life. On our last night we will have our evening class on a nearby outdoor platform at one end of the local beach. Our venue will provide Manduka mats, blocks and straps for you to use. We will have one evening free of yoga mid-week to give you that day to explore further afield if you want to.

Where will we be staying?

Our venue is located in Buljarica, a small town on the Montenegrin coast. Our home for the week is set into a steep hill just 15 minutes walk to the second longest beach in Montenegro, and overlooks mountains and the sea. Our hosts told me, “…we are not a luxury retreat but rather a homely venue with a character”. Our venue was built with sustainability in mind, sourcing our spring water from the mountains, getting our food from local farmers and partially powered by solar power. Our venue can comfortably accommodate 14 people.

What will we eat?

Enjoy exceptional plant-based meals carefully prepared by our cooks with fresh, daily sourced produce. We will feast on two homemade vegan buffets daily, served at 10:00 and 17:00. At each buffet, expect a choice of dishes from freshly made pastries to salads to stews to ensure there is always something for everyone. No complicated detox programs - just nutritious food created with love! To ensure a balanced vegan diet the menu is curated by Dr Vesna Lemm, a nutrition specialist. Fruit, ginger and herbal teas, lemon water and spring water will be available throughout the day.

What else will there be to do?

You might choose to while away your whole week at our venue: relaxing in our roof top jacuzzi; choosing to book a massage or a spa treatment in one of our outdoor bathtubs; sunbathing on a balcony or roof top; catching up with a book in a hammock or simply taking a nap in your room.

If you prefer to venture further afield we are located in the small beachside town of Buljarica. Buljarica beach stretches for almost 2.5km: at one end the beach is sandy and lined with bars and cafes, while further down the beach it becomes more pebbly and you’ll always find a peaceful spot to relax and take in the scenery. There is a small shop/ supermarket, a couple of restaurants, cafes and a bus stop in the town. We are also only 10 minutes drive away from Petrovac, which is a gorgeous seaside town with many more restaurants and a coastal walk.

Beyond the fields that surround Buljarica the landscape rises to the ubiquitous mountains that define much of the Montenegro coast. There are various walking trails near to our venue where you can explore this stunning landscape. We will also be located conveniently for different excursions to nearby places such as a boat tour from Buljarica beach (15min walk), Lake Skadar national park (30min by car), Budva old town (40min by car) and Kotor (60min by car). Our hosts can help you arrange transport for any visits you would like to make, and guests often group together to share travel costs.

How much will it cost?

We have a range of room types available - check out the photos of each below to help you decide! You can secure your choice of room with just a 30% deposit, and if you need to split your deposit payment up into two smaller chunks (perhaps to spread it over two monthly pay checks) we can do that - please just ask.

• 4 person dorm room with ensuite and balcony - £795pp

• Basic ensuite room - FULLY BOOKED

• Private apartment with sea view balcony and private bathroom, kitchen and living area - £1225pp to share or £1995 solo

• Seaview ensuite room (can be double, twin or single) - FULLY BOOKED

• Sea or mountain view ensuite room with balcony (can be double, twin or single) - FULLY BOOKED

Once you have paid your deposit, the remaining balance is due by 22 April 2024. If you would like to split your deposit and/or remaining balance payment into smaller instalments please just ask and we can work out a payment plan to suit you. In any plan, all instalments should be paid before 22 April.

FAQs

When is it?

Arrive on 22 and depart 29 June 2024. We can check in from 4pm on the 22nd and must be out of our rooms by 9am on 29 June (but can still be on site until later in the day).

What’s included in the price?

Everything you need for the perfect week away is included:

• 7 nights accommodation

• Yoga morning and evening, with one evening off to allow you to explore further afield that day if you want to

• Fresh, wholesome vegan buffets at 10am and 5pm

• Fruit, ginger and herbal teas, lemon water and spring water available all day

• Use of yoga mats, blocks and straps

What’s not included?

• Your flights to and from Montenegro

• Transfers to our retreat centre. We can arrange taxis from the airport and group you with other travelers if you wish to reduce costs

• Any visa costs

• Travel insurance- this is required and we recommend you take out travel insurance well in advance of travel to cover the chance of you not being able to join this retreat

• Massages, treatments or extra excursions (if you choose to book them)

• Any meals you choose to eat off site

How do I book?

Click here to use our online booking system. Choose this retreat from the little calendar that appears and then select the room type you want. If you would like to share a room with someone else who is booking please let us know!

How do I get there?

The closest airport is Podgorica Airport (TGD), which is about a 60 minute drive from our centre. If you’d like to share a group transfer, once all flights are released for June 2024, I can let you know what time that transfer will leave. Another airport you could fly into is Tivat airport, and you can catch a taxi from there to our centre.

Can I come on my own?

Absolutely, lots of guests on each of our retreats arrive independently. There is always a warm and welcoming atmosphere with communal activities available, plus ample opportunity for you to take some quiet time for yourself too.

Is it just for women?

Absolutely not! Everyone of any gender, age, ethnicity or sexual orientation is 100% welcome on our retreats. Our hosts do sometimes run their own women’s retreats, which is why the photos they have given us to use and that you see on this page mainly feature women. But we positively welcome everyone of any gender on our retreats (and our 2023 retreat groups were more mixed than ever before 🙂).

Is it all group activities or can I take some quiet me time?

We will practice yoga and eat our meals together. People also often group together to go on trips, take a walk or just have a chat. But everyone is also positively encouraged to take time to themselves to read, go for a walk, relax on the beach, go on a solo adventure or simply nap in their room.

How many people will there be in class?

Numbers will be limited to a maximum of 15 people, so lots of opportunity for individual attention. Warning - this limited class size means our retreats generally sell out months in advance!

What is your cancellation policy?

Unfortunately we do not offer refunds on our retreats. However, if you know someone who would like to attend in your place we are very happy to welcome them along, provided that you let us know about the change. Please make sure you have travel insurance that will cover the cost of both the retreat and your travel arrangements if you cannot make it. We are a small business and have to be strict about this rule - exceptions cannot be made for any reason, for example injury/illness (including COVID or COVID isolation requirements) or personal emergencies. This policy covers both your initial deposit and your balance payment(s). We also cannot issue partial refunds if you decide to arrive late or leave early. Your travel insurance should cover medical expenses in the event that you have an accident during your trip.

What if the retreat can’t go ahead due to COVID related border restrictions?

If the retreat has to be postponed or cancelled due to Montenegro closing its borders, or the UK closing its borders so that I cannot travel to host you, you will be offered a full refund. If you are travelling from a country other than the UK please make sure your insurance covers the possibility that your country closes its borders but the retreat still goes ahead. If Montenegro or the country you are travelling from has vaccination requirements for travellers we cannot refund you if you choose not to be vaccinated.

I have a question - is there someone I can speak to?

Of course! You can message Olivia directly here with any questions you might have.

What have other people thought of your retreats?

“Once again Olivia hosted an amazing retreat (in Morocco). What a wonderful week, not only the twice daily amazing yoga sessions, but the food, weather and most of all the company. I don't think I have laughed so much in years, and that is the honest truth. If you have never been on one of her retreats, then you need to book on the next one. We had such a fabulous time and the whole group were lovely, funny and kind people. Thank you Olivia for delivering way beyond expectations every time.” - JLY and JF, 2023

“Just back from a great yoga retreat with Olivia in southern Spain. V relaxed retreat in a gorgeous place, with a great ambience and lovely yoga teaching from Olivia. Can't recommend highly enough!” – RD, 2023

“Hello Olivia, I hope you’re readjusting to life back in London after an amazing Greek retreat. I wanted to say thank you for a wonderful week - I really couldn’t have asked for more as it was all just perfect. And I’ve been reflecting how much I enjoyed every single yoga class with you and how the stunning scenery and setting made it easy to completely switch off and focus completely and deeply on my yoga practice. I appreciate how much time, effort and planning you devote to running your retreats and I’m very grateful. Thank you. It was truly wonderful and I felt very fortunate to join such a great group of women to share my retreat with. I look forward to seeing you and the Greek retreat group soon.” - DM, 2021

“Where shall I start? Tears after the last morning of yoga, says it all. I had the most relaxing and memorable yoga retreat. The venue was spacious and perfectly located with amazing views! An idyllic place to relax with plenty of space to socialise. The freshly prepared and cooked foods and visits to the local village were highlights but best of all, I met, laughed and spent wonderful time with fun loving beautiful people. Thank you so much, Olivia.” — AA, 2019

“Hi Olivia - I just wanted to say a huge thank you for the retreat! After a really busy period it was just the ticket and perfectly balanced in terms of yoga sessions, things to do and time to ourselves. You were also an incredible host and the sunset yoga was amazing!! I felt like I got a lot out of the sessions, all of which I'm hoping to remember in classes (although I'll put my hands up to possibly being lazy and forgetting at times! ). FYI, also going to be booking in for me and a friend for the January London retreat day :)” - DP, 2019

You can read more reviews of our retreats here.