10-Day Surf, Yoga & Ayurveda Wellness Retreat in Varkala, Kerala

The retreat is built around a simple daily structure: morning yoga, mid-morning surf, and a late-afternoon meditation or evening yoga session. Led by Binoy, a Kerala-born instructor with over a decade of teaching experience, the yoga is rooted in classical Hatha traditions, with an emphasis on bandhas, kriyas, and pranayama. The surf lessons are run in collaboration with Baywatch Surf School, a well-known local outfit, and cater to complete beginners as well as those looking to refine their technique. It's a genuinely dual-focus retreat, not a yoga holiday with a token surf session bolted on.

What makes Adishakti different is the integration of Ayurveda into the whole experience. This is not just a treatment or two; it's woven into the food, the daily rhythm, and the advice you get from the team. You'll receive three one-hour Ayurvedic massages as part of the package, and there are optional workshops and discussions on Ayurvedic living. The retreat also includes a kayaking and backwater trip and a visit to a local temple or ashram, giving you a taste of the cultural and spiritual life of Kerala beyond the beach.

The accommodation is simple but comfortable, set in a peaceful garden with a yoga shala on the deck. You can choose between a private room, a shared room, or a female-only AC dormitory. It's homestay-style, so you'll be looked after by the family who run it, and you'll often find yourself chatting with other guests over meals. The location is hard to beat – Varkala is famous for its dramatic red cliffs, golden sand, and the clear waters of the Arabian Sea, and the retreat is just a short walk from it all.

What's included

- 9 nights accommodation - Daily morning yoga sessions - 7 days of surf lessons with Baywatch Surf School - 3 Ayurvedic massage sessions (1 hour each) - Daily breakfast and lunch (both for 10 days) - Welcome drink and tea/coffee throughout the day - Group excursions: kayaking, backwater trip, temple/ashram visit - Sound healing and meditation sessions - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Professional event photos - Free wifi and parking - Laundry facilities

What's not included

- Flights - Visa fees - Travel insurance - Airport transfer (available at additional cost) - All dinners - Personal expenses and optional extra treatments