Join us in a lush tropical hot spring paradise in southern Thailand. Immersed in nature we retreat into an inspiring, enchanted and mystical hidden jungle in the province of beautiful Krabi. Throughout the 10 hectare property you can discover various magical warm water pools that are stunningly nested and integrated in the natural environment. This place and especially the water element being so strongly present here invites for deep reconnection with yourself and is transporting you right into a dream-like fairytale world. A lost Eden to be reclaimed, experienced and be inspired by.
The land borders along a river bank of an incredible warm water waterfall that you can contemplate and hear from the yoga and meditation space. Everything about the place invites wonder, vitality and deep rejuvenation. Receiving the amazing healing properties of soaking in the natural warm waters alone already provides huge health benefits. Combined to the daily movement practices of yoga, Qi gong and Somatics and embodied meditation leading you further and further back home into your self. Let yourself be deeply touched and nourished by the large available on-site spa services ranging from massages, traditional Thai healing therapies and delightful meals. The retreat is suitable for beginner yogis and dedicated practitioners.
Location
The retreat venue is located in a mystical forest of enchanted gardens and a property of over 10 acres, with a large area dedicated to fruit orchards and botanical garden. Located in the Khlong Tom District, the hot springs are nested in a hidden area in the province of Krabi. It is blessed with many natural wonders such as hot water falls, several hot springs, mineral pools and national parks.
Distances
Wareerak Hot Spring and Wellness retreat is a 30 minute drive from both the Hot Spring Waterfall and the Emerald Pond. Krabi International Airport is 1 hour drive away. There are several local restaurants at a 15-minute drive away.
Krabi International Airport 40 km.
Krabi Town 52 km.
Ao Nang Beach 65 km.
Khlong Muang Beach 70 km.
Lanta Island 55 km.
The retreat venue
Wareerak is the ideal place to escape during cold winter months and retreat from the hecticity of urban life. A magical landscape with jewels of healing waters mystically spread throughout the property. The founder and owner of Wareerak is the one who, years ago, found this hidden hot waterfall in nature that a monk had told him about. For years he kept the place secret, in a wish to preserve its raw beauty and would come only with his family for day trips from time to time. After a few years he eventually shared his discovery with the Thai government and helped build a natural park around this newly found site. After the purchase of the land across the river, he started building his vision for a place filled with beauty, that could also host guests to experience this natural wonder with healing properties of the waters. The property is a true little eden on earth, filled with flowers, fruit trees, incredible lush gardens that surround the pools that completely and seamlessly integrate in the natural surrounding.
Hot spring health benefits
Thermal water has been used for thousands of years to heal and rebalance. Well known to improve blood circulation and to reduce high blood pressure. It is soothing the painful symptoms of arthritis, strengthens bones and relaxes the muscles. Promotes healthier, more radiant skin and battles skin conditions. Thanks to its purifying effects and antioxidant properties thermal water is a true blessings to experience in form of a cure during this yoga retreat. Below is a list of conditions that benefit from soaking in high quality thermal waters.
Chronic muscle or joint pain or stiffness in Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Chronic muscle or joint pain or stiffness
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Back pain
- Neuralgia
- Frozen shoulder
- Bruise and sprain in chronic phase
- Stiffness of muscle by paralysis
- Cold-sensitive constitution
- Peripheral circulation disturbance
- Impairment of digestion system
- Mild hypertension
- Diabetes
- Mild hypercholesterolemia
- Mild asthma or emphysema
- Pain of hemorrhoids
- Unstable autonomic nerve system
- Symptoms caused by stress
- Sleeping disturbances
- Depression
- Recovery phase of diseases or fatigue recovery
- Health promotion
The accommodation
There are plenty of open air places to contemplate and relax as well as a communal area where guests can meet, socialise, and read. The restaurant serves local organic food with fresh seasonal ingredients from the garden and local communities and is open all day. Wonderful pathways are present through the gardens. There are several outdoors and indoors wellness and spa areas dedicated to create uplifting wellness experience. The hot waterfall is just across the river and you can feel the potent energy of that place throughout the property. Various accommodations are spread out among the wide variety of tropical plants, flowers, fruits and herbs of the retreat venue.
Here simplicity meets good taste and zen style beauty. You can choose between 3 types of accommodations depending on your personal preference and budget.
All rooms feature air conditioning or a fan. The accommodations provide a mosquito net, safety deposit box and a minibar. You can enjoy a garden view from the room’s terrace. Shower facilities and a hairdryer can be found in the private bathroom, while some rooms also have a bathtub.
Bamboo Cottage
Elevated off the ground on wooden pillars and surrounded by a wooden deck, the bamboo cottages are simple yet comfortable, offering you the chance to experience a very close to nature life amidst the retreat venue’s gardens, trees and surroundings. Even if the cottage is made of bamboo you still have all the amenities to make your stay comfortable such as air conditioning, kettle for coffee and tea making, mini bar… etc. Most bamboo cottages have a large king size bed, but there are two that have twin beds suitable for sharing a room with a friend as well.
Villa Deluxe
There are 4 available villa deluxe on the property. Built in a two storey villa overlooking the tropical gardens, these large rooms are spacious and comfortable, including a large bathroom with bathtub. Lots of natural light is coming in through the large windows and you will be able to relax in this fusion of thai and modern style space.
Villa Suite
There are 2 available Villa suites with a large private terrace with wonderful views over the river and gardens. The special features of the villa suite is a wonderful outdoor bathtub. The decoration is tasteful. Thai zen style with all the modern amenities.
Daily time table
Day 1:
Arrival from midday onwards. Evening dinner will be served at 19:00
Day 2-7:
7:30 – 9:00 Morning Yoga and Qigong fusion
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
11:00 – 16:30 Free time / or day trip
16:00– 17:30 Somatics yoga & meditation
19:00 – 20:00 Dinner
Wednesday afternoon there will be no yoga class.
Day 8:
Departure and check out after Breakfast.
Approximate time frames subject to change
Detailed weeks program/activities
Saturday – Check in
- Airport transfer to the resort
- Welcome drink
- Tour of the retreat venue
- Free time to rest
- Buffet Dinner
Sunday – Grounding
- Morning yoga and Qigong fusion
- Time to relax at the resort, settle in, soak in the pools
- Buffet Lunch
- Free time to rest or have a massage
- Somatic yoga and meditation
- Buffet dinner
Monday – Discover
- Morning yoga flow
- Breakfast
- Visit and swim in the hot waterfalls
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
- Free time at the national Park for walking, swimming and shopping
- Somatic yoga and meditation
- Buffet dinner
Tuesday – Relaxation
- Morning yoga flow
- Breakfast
- Time for wellness treatments
- Buffet lunch
- Free time soak in the pool
- Enjoy a healthy juice/smoothie in the afternoon
- Somatic yoga and meditation
- Buffet dinner
Wednesday – Explore
- Morning yoga flow
- Breakfast
- Hike visiting the Crystal, Blue and Emerald pools
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
- Extra free time swimming lunch and shopping
- Rest and relax at the the retreat venue
- Buffet dinner
Thursday- Local market/Thai Cuisine/Culture
- Morning yoga flow
- Breakfast
- Visit a local market
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
- Thai cooking class or visit the Wat Khlong Thom Museum -Temple
- Somatic yoga and meditation
- Buffet dinner
Friday – Integrate
- Morning yoga flow
- Breakfast
- Enjoy a pampering day at the spa. Choose treatments and massages
- Wellness Lunch
- More time to relax at the retreat venue and enjoy a juice or fresh coconut
- Somatic yoga and meditation
- Buffet dinner
Saturday – check-out
- Morning yoga flow if your flight time permits
- Breakfast
- Time to relax, soak once more in the warm pools and enjoy a juice
- Airport transfer
Getting there
Most visitors going to Krabi choose to fly into Bangkok, then take a connecting flight to Krabi Airport (KBV).
Pick-up from the airport will be arranged via mini Van. Cost is 1500 THB equivalent of 40€. The fare can be shared between up to 9 people. The pick-up will be arranged in such a way that guests can come together if possible as long as flight times are a match.
You can also get to Krabi from Phuket, by land or water. Ferry/speedboat, bus and ferry are the three main ways to travel in that case. Thailand is highly organised and moving from one place to the next is very easy and straightforward.
How to plan your trip
If possible we highly recommend to add on some more time in Thailand before or after the retreat. Krabi is famous for its scenic views and breathtaking beaches and islands. The coral reefs in this part of Thailand are one of the world’s most beautiful, which makes Krabi an ideal spot for diving.
With attractions including wildlife sanctuaries, sea caves, coral reefs, exotic marine life, limestone cliffs that draw rock climbing enthusiasts from around the world, and national Parks that include the Island paradises of Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta, one could easily spend weeks in Krabi and leave yearning for more. Let us know in case you like any idea on where to go and we are happy to give some recommendation.
Price
Early bird rates valid till 10th of September:
€ 808 Bamboo hut shared per person
€ 874 Villa deluxe shared per person
€ 920 Villa suite shared per person
€ 977 Bamboo hut single occupancy
€ 1108 Villa deluxe single occupancy
€ 1202 Villa suite single occupancy
Normal rates after the 10th of September:
€ 1008 Bamboo hut shared per person
€ 1074 Villa deluxe shared per person
€ 1120 Villa suite shared per person
€ 1177 Bamboo hut single occupancy
€ 1308 Villa deluxe single occupancy
€ 1402 Villa suite single occupancy
* shared rate per person for two people coming together, or possibility of matching up with a guest of the same gender upon request and only if available, otherwise the single supplement will apply.
Reservations
Deposit of 500 € to hold your space.*
* Please note that the above amount is non-refundable in case of cancellation.
* The remaining balance is due via bank transfer one month prior to the starting date of the retreat.
- 8 days and 7 nights private accommodation (bedrooms each with private bathrooms, linens)
- All breakfast, most lunches and all dinners, water tea and coffee during meal times
- All transfers to excursions during the week
- Use of estate premises (terraces, access to the thermal pools, yoga spaces, kneip baths, etc.)
- Two Daily Yoga Classes (over 20 hours in total)
- Use of yoga mats and props
Not included in the trip price: Air fare, airport pick-ups, Travel insurance, entrance to the national parks , extras such as 1-1 sessions (massages/bodyworks), snacks during the day. Drinks and water outside meal times are also not inculded.