5-Day Silent Mindfulness & Yoga Retreat on Moorea Island

The retreat is built around silence as a tool. From the first evening after orientation until the last morning before a final shared brunch, guests stay silent. That means no small talk, no checking your phone out of habit, no filling time with chatter. Instead, the schedule gives you something to do with that space: morning yoga and meditation, guided mindfulness practices, restorative yoga, and evening yoga nidra. In between, there's plenty of unstructured time to sit by the water, walk on the beach, or just be in the quiet. Some guests use it to journal—one reviewer said he started a diary for the first time in his life here.

What makes this retreat different from a standard yoga getaway is the focus on energy work. Alongside the yoga and meditation, the program includes EFT tapping (emotional freedom technique), sound therapy with Tibetan bowls, and Reiki. These aren't just tacked on—they're woven into the afternoon sessions. A reviewer specifically mentioned the vibroacoustic massage and EFT as exceptionally healing, and another said her nervous system felt like it went on holiday. Marta, the lead teacher, has been doing this for over eight years and is certified as an E-RYT500 yoga teacher, a yoga nidra facilitator, a Reiki master, and a sound therapist. She trained extensively in Japan, Thailand, and Colombia before settling on Moorea.

The lodge itself is a big part of the experience. It's on the Motu de Temae, a quiet stretch of land between the lagoon and the ocean. There are palm trees, a beach right there, and the sound of waves at night. The rooms are simple but comfortable—A/C, ensuite bathroom, wifi—and there's a yoga shala (open-sided deck) where most of the practice happens. The whole setup keeps you close to nature without being roughing it. You're also well-positioned to see the rest of Moorea: the airport, boat docks, stores, and restaurants are all a short drive away, though most guests don't bother leaving during the retreat.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation at Moorea Lodge - Airport pickup and drop-off (PPT or MOZ) - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily guided mindfulness sessions - Daily meditation classes - Sound healing sessions (Tibetan bowls) - EFT Tapping sessions - Sacred Cacao Ceremony - Reiki session - Yoga Nidra sessions - Free use of yoga mats and props

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional activities not in the itinerary (e.g., kayaking, excursions) - Optional treatments (e.g., vibroacoustic massage, face massage, extra Reiki) - Personal expenses - Gratuities