Yoga Retreat in Albania
May 31 to June 6, 2026
Cultivate Your Inner Garden
Yoga
Beach
Meditation
Organic Food
Eco Pool
Cooking Class
Can we cultivate our inner garden?
Welcome to this transformative and grounding yoga retreat nestled in the heart of Albania's countryside at Botë Farms. Here, surrounded by rolling hills and fertile earth, we will learn to nurture our inner landscape, planting seeds of peace while tending to our growth in this rustic sanctuary.
To cultivate the soul, we must first prepare the soil
Do you feel like your inner garden has become overgrown with weeds of worry and neglect? What prevents you from nurturing the seeds of peace and potential within you?
In this retreat we will explore these questions with mindfulness and compassion, learning to till the soil of our hearts and minds. We'll engage in yoga and meditation practices that help us weed out what no longer serves us and plant what we wish to grow, allowing us to return to our daily lives feeling rooted, nourished, and ready to bloom.
7 Days, 6 Nights at a Luxury Eco-Farm Sanctuary
This all-inclusive retreat is located in Finiq, just outside the coastal town of Saranda, Albania, offering a perfect blend of rustic luxury and pristine countryside.
Retreat Center Facilities
Accommodation Features:
Six private villas with flexible layouts
Private bedrooms with queen beds or sleeping lofts
Fully equipped kitchenettes
Luxurious bathrooms with modern amenities
Curated music and Bluetooth stereo systems
Outdoor porches with seating areas
Stunning panoramic window views
Wellness Facilities:
Outdoor yoga platform
Indoor classroom space
Meditation areas
Yoga mats and blocks provided
General Facilities:
WiFi and music throughout
Eco pool with towels
Chef with full vegetarian board
What’s included?
Opening Ceremony with Buddhist Monks’ Blessings
Morning Dynamic Yoga
Restorative, Meditative Afternoon Session
Lecture on Ayurveda
Ayurvedic Doctor Consultation + 2 tailored treatments
Surf Class
Buddhist Temple Visit
Hiking to Blue Island
Meditation on the Rocks
Sri Lankan Cuisine Cooking Class
Color Art Therapy
Surprise Gift
TO HEAL THE BODY REQUIRES ACTION
Sometimes we take for granted our body, and we think that because we are getting older, then it’s ok to be less flexible and lose physical mobility.
In this retreat you will understand deeply that many physical disadvantages can be solved, if we take action with our bodies.
Expect multiple physical yoga classes that will be tailored according to each individuals body types.
WHAT SETS THIS RETREAT APART?
In this retreat we will engage with multiple sources of energy to heal our bodies and our minds. From yoga classes in a traditional Shala, to Ayurvedic medicine and nourishing food, every cell of our body will feel the difference. We also have planned a surf lesson and painting workshop!
Everything is being carefully crafted for you to enjoy your time in Sri Lanka.
RETREAT SCHEDULE
RETREAT SCHEDULE
Stefania Zen Yoga together with Serene Villa Hotel invites you to discover the healing powers of Yoga (Asana, Pranayama and Meditation) combined with Ayurvedic medicine surrounded by the gorgeous nature and tranquility of Sri Lanka!
About the teacher and host
“My yoga journey began nearly two decades ago, seeking relief from back pain. From Kyiv to Paris, where I taught corporate yoga, and now in Sri Lanka, I welcome all levels to explore yoga's mind-body connection.
With expertise in Hatha, Flow, Yin Yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises, I offer transformative yoga retreats and daily online classes in English, French, and Ukrainian. Join me for a holistic well-being experience.”
-Stefania Zen Yoga
Investment
Secure your spot with a 50% deposit.
The balance is due two weeks before the retreat begins.
Private Room
Regular price: 1,199 USD / person
Early Bird: Save $100 if booked before September 2024
Shared Room
Regular price: 899 USD / person
Early Bird: Save $100 if booked before September 2024
Take advantage of the early bird and save on your stay by booking before September 2024!
For payment questions give me a call! +33 7 68 33 86 73 or write me at stefaniazenyoga@gmail.com
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What People Are Saying
“Practicing yoga with my dear Stefania for almost 4 years. Always feel happy as a kid when I realize I can make a new asana. It might look easy to you, but believe me it’s not!
— Gala Skine
“During the ayurvedic retreat in Sri Lanka I meet Stefania, who initiated me to discover yoga, to love yoga, to be passionate about yoga.
— Cathrine
“Dear Stefania, thank you so much for great yoga sessions. I much appreciated your lessons, your instructions where so clear and tempo right so I can follow easily.
— Gorm
“That was not easy after the pause in practice, but it’s exactly what my spine needed. Now I feel my energy uplifted and in good mood!
— Viktoria
FAQs
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Airfare
Arrival and departure transportation
Personal island transportation outside of scheduled activities
Personal wellness sessions (massage, spa treatments, etc..)
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It’s most convenient to fly to Colombo Airport, Bandaranaike International Airport which is served by flights from the most European airports with stop in Golf countries. Flights from Europe to Colombo typically range from € 700 return to about €850 if you book ahead!
Check out these sites to help you find the right flight: Kayak / Skyscanner. We are a about three hour drive from the airport, depending on the time of day and the amount of traffic.
We can help to arrange a taxi from the airport or wherever in Sri Lanka you may be joining us. From Colombo International. Airport the price will be € 60 per person/one way, 3 hours drive.
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A 30 day tourist visa is can be booked online before your arrival in Sri Lanka via the following link6:
http://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/
We recommend you get this before you arrive to Sri Lanka for an approximate cost of $35USD. Tourists are permitted to stay for 30 days with this visa. If you wish to stay in Sri Lanka longer than 30 days you can apply for an extension for up to 90 days from the date you arrived into the country.
All COVID-19 requirements have been lifted for entering Sri Lanka. -
Sri Lanka has a surprisingly complex tropical climate, with distinct wet and dry seasons. Its equatorial position means that temperatures are fairly constant throughout the year, an average of around 26-30°C (78 -86°F) and is often much higher than this around midday.
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You need to secure your spot with a 50% deposit and the remaining balance is payable at least two weeks before the start of the retreat. FREE CANCELLATION UNTIL 1 MONTH PRIOR TO YOUR ARRIVAL DATE. Note that there may be a few non-refundable fees.
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It’s warm enough in Sri Lanka most of the year to walk around in a bikini or shorts most days. If you are sensitive to mosquitoes, bring some long trousers or longer skirt, would be a good idea when going to or near the beach at night. And of course comfortable yoga clothes.
We have yoga mats available so you can bring your mat only if you don’t won’t to be separated from it.