7-Day Deep Rest & Ocean Flow Yoga Retreat in Samoa

The retreat runs for seven days and six nights at Aga Reef Resort on the southeast coast of Upolu, Samoa. Each morning starts with Qi Gong to wake up the body, flowing into an Ocean Flow yoga session beside the sea. After brunch, the day is yours — swim in the protected lagoon, snorkel the reef, paddleboard, kayak, or just lie in a hammock. Afternoons wind down with Yin Yoga, and evenings close with Yoga Nidra and guided meditation.

What makes this different from a standard resort stay is the cultural immersion. You'll take part in a traditional Ava ceremony, a cacao ceremony, a cooking class, and a Fia Fia night with a Samoan feast. Excursions include To Sua Ocean Trench, secret beaches, a private island, and coral planting as part of their reef restoration work. There's also an optional visit to a local church service on Sunday.

Your hosts are Justine Davis, who runs Yacht Club Yoga in Port Melbourne and created the Ocean Flow™ method, and Rob, a local Samoan guide with deep family roots on the island. They keep the group small — around 22 people — so you get individual attention in classes and a genuine community feel.

The resort is built around a marine-protected lagoon, with villas perched over the water. Meals are predominantly vegetarian with vegan options, and several are left open so you can eat at the oceanfront restaurant or explore local cafés. It's a week designed to help you truly rest, not just move from one activity to the next.

What's included

- Airport Pickup & Drop-off - 6 Nights Waterfront Accommodation - Daily Breakfast - Toonai Lunch - Ava Ceremony & Welcome Dinner - Fia Fia Night & Samoan Banquet - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Welcome drink - Daily Qi Gong, Yin, Yoga Nidra - Daily Ocean Flow yoga classes - Mindfulness Workshop - Cacao Ceremony - Cooking class - Visits to To Sua Trench, secret beaches and private island - Planting coral and environmental exploration - Yoga Mats & Props - Transportation during the retreat - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - 4 dinners and 3 lunches (to enjoy at your leisure at resort restaurant or local cafes) - Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses - Optional spa treatments or extra excursions