5 blissful yoga retreats for solo travellers in Southeast Asia

Travelling solo can be an intimidating prospect, especially for those who are used to group holidays or family trips. However, giving yourself some intensive “me” time can be one of the easiest ways to truly unwind – and there is no better place to do that than on a yoga retreat. We’ve rounded up some of the best places in Southeast Asia to regain that inward focus and balance body and mind on a healthy holiday programme for one. Whether you’re looking to meet new people or simply escape for a little while, these solo yoga retreats will give you the Zen you’ve been searching for.

Kamalaya: Personal Yoga Synergy retreat 

Nestled just around the corner from Laem Set beach, Koh Samui’s Kamalaya resort offers everything you need from a solo yoga retreat. Ranging from three to seven nights, the Personal Yoga Synergy programme includes three healthy meals each day (with guests given the choice from a detox diet or healthy, à la carte options). After your pre-arrival wellness consultation, you will be ready to go – but we promise it isn’t all work and no play here. With a selection of massages to choose from, pranayama, private yoga sessions and an Indian head massage for the longer retreats, you will have nothing but time for inward, personal reflections.

REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort: Destress and Relax retreat

Enjoy a little self-care escape with the three-day Destress and Relax programme at REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort, Bali. Nestled in the luxury enclave Nusa Dua, the holistic retreat’s three pillars – fitness (MOVEŌ), spa relaxation (REMISSIŌ) and nutrition (NŪTRIŌ) – offer guests a bespoke wellness journey, with activities such as like yoga, Pilates and boxing for guests to choose from. The beauty of this programme is that you decide how much or how little you do – so whether you want to chill by the pool from dusk ’til dawn or sweat it out nine-to-five, the choice is yours.

Chiva-Som: Yoga for Life retreat