Wellness Escape: Yoga, SUP & Adventure in Oahu, Hawaii

The Moaina Retreat is a five-day, four-night program based at Moaina House, a two-story home in the Velzyland neighborhood of Haleiwa. Upstairs, the sky deck serves as the yoga space and communal hangout, with views of the ocean and sunsets. Downstairs, two private apartments—the Kilauea House and Tahiti House—house guests. With a maximum of five participants, the retreat feels intimate, and the host can customize the week based on preferences.

A typical day starts with a yoga session on the sky deck, followed by breakfast. Then the group heads out for an activity: SUP lessons on the Haleiwa River, a hike on the east side of the island, or a culture workshop like lei-making with Callie, a horticulturist who teaches the art of Hawaiian flower adornments. Afternoons often include free time—guests can borrow bikes, surfboards, or snorkel gear from the house. One afternoon is dedicated to a hike in Waimea Valley, ending at a waterfall.

Vivi, the host, is a Brazilian actress, journalist, yoga teacher, and tarot reader. She moved to Hawaii twelve years ago and designed the retreat around her love for the outdoors and Hawaiian culture. She leads the yoga sessions, offers tarot readings, and prepares many of the meals. Her style is described by guests as attentive and nurturing, and she's quick to adapt plans if the weather turns, as one guest experienced during a storm.

The retreat also includes access to an infrared sauna and ice baths, which guests can use in the evenings. The food is homemade and focuses on fresh, local ingredients—think acai bowls, gluten-free bread, sourdough pizza, and veggie burgers. While breakfast and dinner are included, lunches are not, so guests can explore local food trucks and cafes in Haleiwa.

What's included

- Airport pickup & drop-off - 4 nights accommodation - Daily breakfast and dinner - Daily yoga classes - Daily special activities (SUP, hiking, cultural workshops) - Specialized workshops (according to package) - One cultural Hawaiian activity (lei-making) - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Stand-up paddle, bikes, and diving gear - Yoga mats, surfboards, and SUP boards - Welcome and farewell blessing - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Transportation during the retreat - Wi-Fi connection

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional paid activities not included in the package - Additional treatments (massage, facial, etc.) - Lunches