6-Day Beachfront Yoga and Wellness Retreat in Koh Phangan, Thailand

Ananda Yoga & Detox Center sits directly on the beach in Hin Kong, a quiet village on the west coast of Koh Phangan famous for its sunsets. The property is set in lush tropical gardens, with a saltwater pool, an herbal steam sauna, and a beachfront restaurant serving buffet meals with sea views. It's a calm, unpretentious place — the facilities are clean and comfortable rather than luxurious, and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming.

The daily yoga program is the heart of the retreat. Each morning starts with pranayama and an energizing practice, where you choose between a dynamic Ashtanga-based Vinyasa class for regular practitioners or a slower basics session for beginners and recovery days. The schedule continues through the day with a mixed-levels Vinyasa at 3pm, yin or restorative at 4:30pm, and a sunset power flow twice a week. On Sundays, the structure shifts to a gentler inner-flow class. With unlimited classes, you can practice up to three times a day or as little as you like.

The retreat is led by Dr. Valerie Jeremijenko, who has taught since 1991 and runs the yoga program at Ananda. She brings a rigorous but warm approach, and the teaching team includes specialists in aerial yoga, breathwork, and yin. Weekly workshops cover topics like pranayama and alignment, adding depth to the daily practice.

Koh Phangan itself is a lush, tropical island with quiet beaches, jungle-covered mountains, and a relaxed island pace. The retreat is well-placed for exploring — bicycles and kayaks are nearby, and the village of Hin Kong has restaurants and sunset bars. But most guests find the center itself is enough: plenty of yoga, good food, and nowhere to be.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation in your choice of room - 3 vegetarian buffet meals per day - 3 yoga classes per day (except Sunday) - Daily meditation and pranayama sessions - Unlimited access to saltwater pool and herbal steam sauna - One Thai massage per night (one every other day for dorm guests) - Filtered drinking water - Weekly workshops (on availability)

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments - Airport transfers