Escape to a Greek island, slow down, restore and rebalance.
Simon
ZANTE GREEK ISLAND RETREAT
Rodis Apartment Studios, Bouka Village, Zakynthos, Greece
Tuesday 3rd June – Tuesday 10th June 2025
SOLD OUT - Waiting list available.
A WEEK OF YOGA AND RELAXATION ON ZANTE (ZAKYNTHOS)
Join us for a transformative seven-day yoga retreat in the serene village of Bouka, nestled near Tsilivi and Tragaki on the beautiful Greek island of Zakynthos. Our home for the week will be the charming Rodis Studios, surrounded by olive groves and just a five-minute stroll from the beach.
This retreat offers a perfect blend of mindful yoga, conscious breathing, meditation, iRest Yoga Nidra, and deep relaxation. Enjoy your practice on a purpose-built shaded yoga deck in the landscaped gardens, with the added treat of sunrise yoga and meditation on the beach, followed by a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters.
NOURISH YOUR BODY AND SOUL
Relish seven wholesome and nutritious brunches and two special group dinners (on the first and last evenings), lovingly prepared by our hosts. For the remaining evenings, explore local tavernas to savour authentic Greek cuisine.
Twice during the retreat, we’ll gather as a group for optional meals at recommended restaurants, often with breathtaking views.
RELAX, EXPLORE AND CONNECT
You’ll have ample free time to unwind and immerse yourself in the island’s beauty.
Soak up the sun on Zakynthos’ stunning beaches.
Swim and snorkel in the turquoise waters.
Embark on optional excursions, such as visits to the Blue Caves, Shipwreck Cove, or Turtle Beach.
Take in the island’s breathtaking sunsets.
Prefer a slower pace? Relax in the gardens filled with olive, lemon, and peach trees, unwind in a hammock, or stroll through the olive groves to a local taverna.
SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS
This retreat is designed for everyone, whether you’re new to yoga or an experienced
practitioner. It’s an opportunity to learn new skills, deepen your practice, and connect with like-minded individuals in a supportive and welcoming environment.
All sessions will be led by myself, an experienced teacher with a commitment to helping you take home powerful tools to support your well-being and cultivate peace in everyday life.
ACCOMMODATION
Your home for the week is Rodis Studios, on the eastern coast of this beautiful island, surrounded by olive groves and the Ionian Sea. Set within the village of Bouka, Tragaki, it is within walking distance to beaches and tavernas.
All rooms are fully equipped with a small kitchen (including a two-ringed stove top, kettle, toaster, pans, and sink) balcony, modern shower room, flat screen TV, free air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
Within the landscaped gardens is a tranquil pergola and shaded yoga deck, where we will practice in the morning before brunch and in the late afternoon/ early evening.
Rodis Studios has a rating of 9.1/10 on Booking.com, 4.8/5 on Google and 5/5 on Trip Advisor. (Feb 2025)
PRICING - NOW SOLD OUT
Twin shared ensuite air-conditioned rooms* - SOLD OUT
Single occupancy of ensuite air-conditioned twin room* - SOLD OUT
Single occupancy of ensuite air-conditioned double-bedded room with larger balcony* - SOLD OUT
You can still add yourself to the waitlist.
NB: Pricing does not include flights, transfers, travel insurance, additional activities/ optional excursions, meals out in local villages/tavernas, massages or other treatments.
Brunch is provided for seven days and dinner on the first and last evening.
*Subject to availability. The rooms will be sold on a first come first served basis.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Seven nights’ accommodation in air-conditioned ensuite rooms with kitchenette, including a fridge.
Six morning mindful breath-centred slow flowing hatha yoga practices on the shaded yoga deck before brunch (allowing for one full day off for an excursion if you wish).
Five late afternoon / early evening slower and gentler nourishing sessions including pranayama, restorative yoga, iRest Yoga Nidra and deep relaxation.
One optional yoga masterclass.
Seven delicious vegetarian brunches and two dinners prepared for us by Kate of Rodis Studios.
Unlimited bottled water, tea, and coffee.
A yoga mat, strap, block, and bolster per person are provided (so there is no need to bring your own).
Free time.
HOW TO BOOK
Please contact me and I will add you to the waitlist, which operates on a first come first serve basis, you can also sign up for my newsletter and be among the first to know of future retreats.
THE LOCAL AREA
Bouka beach and its calm crystal-clear waters is just 200m away and is one of the blue flag beaches of Zakynthos. It is 1.45km / 0.9 miles from the resort of Tsilivi where you will find the sandy Tsilivi beach, gift shops, supermarkets, tavernas, bars and restaurants as well as a bank, and medical centre.
Zakynthos Town, with its many historical buildings, elegant squares, Byzantine churches, and shimmering harbour is only 4.3 miles / 6.9km away, whilst the airport is 5.6 miles / 9 km from Rodis Studios.
GETTING THERE
Flights: Zakynthos International Airport (Dionysios SolomosAirport) (ZTH) flights from most UK airports with flight time approx 3.5 hours. If you are planning to fly out on Tuesday 3rd June check out Ryanair or Tui or if you are planning on arriving earlier / staying longer check out BA and Easyjet too. You can fly via Athens (flight time 50 mins from Athens to Zante) with a number of airlines.
Ferry: Ferries depart daily from Killini, a seaside town on the western side of Peloponnese, Greece. The journey takes about an hour and is currently offered by Levante ferries.
THE FOOD
Seven healthy, delicious vegetarian brunches and two dinners will be prepared for us by our hosts Kate and Gerard and will be served outside on the shaded table, a typical sample menu is as follows:
Brunch
Yoghurt, honey and fruit, including peaches from the Rodis garden,
Tea, coffee and juice, Granola, Greek yoghurt, fresh bread/toast and baked tomatoes with homemade cheese
Dinner
Bruschetta, followed by lentil, courgette, tomato, beetroot and Halloumi salad
Lemon yoghurt cake and fresh fruit
Two dinners will be prepared for us on the first and last evening, allowing you to try out the many tavernas and restaurants close by, and get food delivered (or if you wish to prepare and cook your own in your very own kitchenette) for the other five evenings.
At least twice a week, there will be an option to eat all together at recommended restaurants, usually with stunning views. We will discuss this on arrival but please feel free to ask any questions beforehand.
Allergies and intolerances can be potentially serious, and Rodis Studios' food storage and preparation cannot guarantee that some meals are entirely free of certain ingredients.
However, if you are dairy-free without having strong allergic reactions if you come into contact with dairy products, please ask me, as dairy-free may be able to be catered for if booked in advance at the time of booking.
ZAKYNTHOS
The island once called ‘Fiore di Levante or the flower of the east’ by the Venetians, due to the stunning countryside including 7000 varieties of flowers, is about 40 km (25 m) long and 20 km wide (12 m). It is the southernmost and third largest island of the Ionian Sea with olive groves, vineyards, lemon trees, and bougainvillea covering the rolling hills of this beautiful island. The capital is Zakynthos town (there is only one town and 44 villages) which is also the main port of the island and it lies on the eastern part of the northern coast, located at the base of the hill of Bochali. Half the (approx. 20,000 out of 41,000) population live in Zakynthos Town and you will find the famous church of San Dionisio, Saint Mark's Square dating back to the Venetian
period, (in fact St Dionysios tower is the twin tower with St Marco's tower in Venice) numerous museums, tiny and quiet alleyways, as well as shops, tavernas, restaurants and bars in the town. At the back of the city on the top of the hill of Strani are the ruins of the ancient Venetian castle.
There are many stunning sandy beaches around the island including the famous Navagio (shipwreck) bay, numerous natural ‘blue caves’ and hidden coves. The touristy Alikanas on the northeastern coast is 8km away from where we will be staying in Bouka village, where on the beach you may find the internationally protected lily of the sea, whilst the lively Laganas, which is also known as the place where the endangered Caretta.
HOW TO BOOK
Please contact me and I will add you to the waitlist, which operates on a first come first serve basis, you can also sign up for my newsletter and be among the first to know of future retreats.
