Retreats - The Kimberley 2021: 19 to 25 October
7 Days of Local Culture, Stunning Beaches and Blissful
Yoga
A rejuvenating yoga retreat with a twist of local
culture on the Kimberley Coast
Explore your home state, indulge in some 'me time', in the
world of 'Broome time'. This retreat is fusion of both yoga
retreat and sightseeing adventure designed to bring you a unique
and relaxing experience. Sightseeing provides you the
opportunity to explore and experience this unique state of ours,
and Yoga Retreats are a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the
practice and having time to go deeper than you would in a
regular class.
Meet your Hosts
Claire and Katie have been offering yoga retreats together in
India since 2018. You’ll be in good hands as they share their
knowledge and look after you, bring together their skill sets:
Claire Prest, Travel Expert and Tour Leader, and Katie Garnett,
Senior Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist.
Claire Prest
Originally from Melbourne, Claire has been traveling the world
for decades. Her passion for travel led her into the tourism
industry; she has been organising and managing tours with India
as home-base for the last 20 years. Returned to Australia this
year, Claire is excited to bring you travel opportunities within
our amazing state that combine her love for travel and yoga.
Katie Garnett
Katie loves teaching yoga. Her classes are alignment-focused
yoga and interwoven with yogic philosophy and teachings. Katie's
classes include specific learning objectives that are included
to enhance your experience, and deepen your yoga practice and
knowledge. Katie discovered yoga in 1997, began teaching in 2011
and became a qualified therapist in 2015. She is skilled at
adapting the class to suit all levels and abilities. Beginners
are always welcome.
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Approximate
Schedule
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Broome
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Tue, 19 Oct 2021
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Arrive into the beach resort town of the Kimberley
region. Transfer to your Hotel and settle in before a
Welcome Ceremony followed by Dinner.
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Broome
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Wed, 20 Oct 2021
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Begin the day with an invigorating Yoga class. After
breakfast, enjoy the highlights of Broome on a local
tour beginning in Chinatown; we hear fascinating stories
of this colourful precinct. Learn about the ancient art
of pearling from one of the local pearl producers, and
enjoy a historical sound show at Sun Pictures. We take a
drive through Old Broome then stop at Matso's Broome
Brewery to sample their hand made ales and famous ginger
beer. Afterwards take an easy walk at Gantheaume Point
known for dinosaur footprints, finishing up at Cable
Beach for sunset.
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Eco Beach
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Thu, 21 Oct 2021
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Rise with the sun and stretch into the day with your
private yoga class. After lunch we’ll transfer south to
the chic, multi-award winning Eco Beach Resort. Get
comfortable and enjoy incredible Indian Ocean views. As
the sun fades receive a traditional Welcome to Country
from an Aboriginal elder.
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Eco Beach
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Fri, 22 Oct 2021
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Following in the footsteps of our indigenous ancestors
we take a walk through the rugged bush to the
picturesque lookout at Cape Villaret. An easy walk
returning to Eco Beach via the coast (approx 7 kms
total). We’ll have time to rest after lunch before a
gentle restorative yoga class as the sun goes down.
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Eco Beach
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Sat, 23 Oct 2021
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Sunrise yoga class to begin our relaxing day. After
breakfast we’ll hit the azure waters (weather conditions
depending) and enjoy a vaster ocean perspective on your
choice of Stand Up Paddle board or Kayak. You may prefer
to remain on the pristine shore and dabble in the ocean
at your own pace. Cap off the day with an evening
meditation.
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Eco Beach
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Sun, 24 Oct 2021
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Spark your morning with a private yoga class. The rest
of the day is free to enjoy the resort’s facilities; you
may wish to schedule a massage or spa treatment. In the
evening we’ll re-group to enjoy a special relaxation
yoga and meditation class.
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Depart
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Mon, 25 Oct 2021
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Relish our last private yoga class in paradise before
packing up and transferring to the Airport for your
return homeward flight.
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Inclusions:
- 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Broome
- 4 Nights Eco Beach Tented Accommodation (option to upgrade)
- All Meals
- All Transfers *
- All Entry Fees and Activities as mentioned in the program
- Daily private Yoga Classes by Katie and/or Dave
- Accompanying Tour Leader and Yoga Teacher
- Local Broome Guide
- All currently applicable taxes.
* Arrival and Departure Transfers are included for fights QF
1654 and QF 1655. Alternative timings can be arranged for an
additional cost.
Exclusions:
- Airfare
- Travel Insurance
- Spa Treatments
- Personal expenses, including alcohol
- Early check-in or late check-out at hotels
Optional Extras: (for additional cost)
- A/C Garden Villa at Eco Beach (subject to availability) for
an additional $900 per person
- Sunset Camel Ride on Cable Beach for an additional $100 per
person
Rates:
- Twin Share $3,440 per person - please let us know if you'd
like to share a room with someone else on the journey.
- Guaranteed Single $4,090 per person.
Payment Procedure:
- $500 upfront deposit will secure your spot
- Balance payment due 65 days prior to departure
COVID Cancellation:
- Please note: If the trip is cancelled due to a lockdown, the
hotel keeps the deposit.
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