8 Day Seaside Yoga & Hiking Retreat in Gozo, Malta

The retreat is based around daily yoga and meditation, but the exact program is flexible. Morning group classes are typically Hatha or Vinyasa and run at the yoga shala in the village of Ghasri or at outdoor venues like Qbajjar Bay. Afternoons may be one-on-one or small-group sessions—some people prefer a more challenging Power Yoga class with Nop, others go for Yin or Restorative yoga. Hiking over the cliffs is part of the week, and there's a day off in the middle when you can do whatever you like: walk into Marsalforn, take a boat trip, or book an extra massage.

What makes this retreat different is the setting. Gozo is quieter than Malta's main island, and the yoga is often outdoors—on a rocky point above the sea, by the salt pans at Qbajjar Bay, or on a beach. Hosts Monique and Nop know the island well and will take you to their favourite spots. They're both experienced teachers: Monique is an E-RYT500 with training in Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin and meditation, and Nop is an E-RYT200/RYT500 who also leads hikes and biking tours.

The group is never bigger than four, which means you get real attention. The hosts will ask what you want from the week—more relaxation, more physical practice, more hiking—and adjust accordingly. If you've done yoga before, you'll find the teaching thorough and safe; if you're new, you'll be guided through the basics without feeling lost.

The island itself is part of the experience. Gozo has around 300 days of sun a year, and the pace of life is slow. You're never far from the sea, and the villages are old and quiet. It's the kind of place where you can switch off without trying too hard.

What's included

- 8 days, 7 nights accommodation in a private hotel room - 12 yoga and meditation sessions - Daily breakfast and lunch (except on day off) - Sunset BBQ or Indian dinner - Airport transfer from Malta airport or Mgarr Harbour - Transportation during the retreat - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Luggage storage - Wifi connection - Hiking, biking, or stand-up paddling during free time

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Dinner and drinks - Other activities than yoga, meditation, or hiking - Visa fee - Additional treatments