Join me for a soul-nourishing Kundalini Yoga Retreat in Zanzibar, where the healing balm of the Indian Ocean will rejuvenate you, the rhythm of the jungle will soothe you, the African sun will warm you, and a carefully curated programme of kundalini yoga kriyas, meditations and sacred practices will replenish you on every level of your being.
Zanzibar is a very special island with a beautifully gentle pace of life – it’s a place where you can truly unwind, your breath can slow and your nervous system can settle. The retreat centre sits in the jungle, an easy walk from the beach. I’ll be teaching you kundalini yoga every morning and evening and holding space for one-to-one check-ins across the week – this is a small group of kindred souls and you are very welcome to join.
We will practice in an open-air thatched jungle shala. Alongside our twice-daily kriyas, we’ll enjoy beach meditations, nature walks, fire ceremonies and one-to-one check-ins across the week, with plenty of time to rest, integrate and enjoy the space.
Practising in person together in a small group, surrounded by nature, brings something profound that can’t be matched by a home practice. The energy of the kundalini yoga is amplified and the support of your fellow retreaters holds you so beautifully through the kriyas. The natural setting – ocean, jungle, sunshine – gives you a safe place to process the energies and let go of what needs to be released. And I’ll be with you all the way, guiding you through a programme of powerfully transformational practices.
What your days will feel like
Mornings begin with kundalini yoga at 7.30am. Breakfast is unhurried with a freshly squeezed juice, delicious local produce and exotic fruit. The middle of the day is yours, with one-to-one time with me, or simply resting, swimming, reading, being. Afternoons are open. As evening comes, we practice again; a different energy this time that allows the processes of the day to settle and integrate within you. We close each day with a beautiful sunset dinner. Everything is optional – do as little or as much as you please.
🤍 7.30am: Morning kundalini yoga with Yogigems
🤍 9am: Delicious island breakfast
🤍 10am: Relax / one-to-one check-ins with Yogigems
🤍 1pm: Refreshing lunch
🤍 2pm: Relax / optional activities
🤍 5pm: Evening kundalini yoga with Yogigems
🤍 7pm: Sunset dinner is served
This retreat includes:
🤍 6 nights at Zen Boutique Zanzibar, a jungle retreat a short walk from Jambiani beach
🤍 Morning and evening kundalini yoga with Yogigems, taught in a private thatched shala
🤍 Ocean meditations, nature walks, fire ceremonies
🤍 One-to-one check-ins with Yogigems across the week
🤍 All meals: wake-up juice, breakfast, lunch, and dinner – vegetarian with vegan options
Not included: flights, airport transfers, travel insurance, Zanzibar visa, city tax (US$24pp for 6 nights, payable on arrival), personal expenses
Access to optional extras can be arranged directly with Zen Boutique: massages, cycling, sailing, local tours, cooking classes
Who is this retreat for?
This retreat is for you whether you are new to kundalini yoga or have been walking this path for a while. No prior experience is necessary, only a willingness to show up on your mat for practice. If, like me, you are in love with kundalini yoga, this is an opportunity to dive deeper in a grounded, beautiful, relaxing space. I am honoured to guide you.
Investment
This covers your accommodation, all meals and the full programme of kundalini yoga and practices led by me throughout the week. Prices are per person.
7 spaces remain. This is a small, intentionally intimate group.
A deposit of US$500 | £370 | €430 secures your place today. The remaining balance isn’t due until 19 October 2026 – three months before the retreat, giving you time to plan without needing to find the full amount now. We’ll send a reminder well before it’s due, and a payment plan can be arranged if that helps – please just ask.
BOOK YOUR PLACE → Email satnam@yogigems.com and let’s talk about getting you there.
The practical bits
Your deposit is non-refundable, which simply reflects that spaces are limited and once you’re in, we’re planning around you. You can either pay in full, or pay a deposit now to confirm your space and pay the balance later. The full balance is refundable if you need to cancel before 19 October 2026; after that date we’re unable to offer refunds, as the retreat is by then fully committed.
We ask that your travel insurance covers both the retreat activities and standard travel risks (illness, cancellation, loss) – please bring your policy with you. If you have any health conditions, injuries, or dietary requirements, let us know before booking so we can make sure this retreat is a good fit for you; your comfort and safety matter more to us than a fully booked retreat. If you’re 12-28 weeks pregnant, we just need a short letter from your health practitioner confirming you’re fit to travel and practice.
Zen Boutique sits in beautiful, natural terrain, which does mean some uneven ground underfoot – flip-flops are fine, and we practice sensible self-care while there.
Getting to the Kundalini Yoga Retreat in Zanzibar
The nearest airport is Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International, about 1 hour 15 minutes from Zen Boutique. Transfers can be arranged directly with the retreat centre – these can be arranged closer to the time.
Arrival: Tuesday 19 January, with a welcome practice at 6pm. Departure: after breakfast on Monday 25 January.
Six nights in one very special location with a circle of kindred souls held in the power of kundalini yoga: I’d love for you to be with us. Sat nam.
BOOK YOUR PLACE → satnam@yogigems.com