4 Day Beachside Puppy Yoga & Wellness Retreat in Cyprus

The retreat takes place in a five-bedroom villa in the hills above Peyia, a village in the Paphos district of western Cyprus. The villa is modern but warm, with natural stone, wood and soft fabrics, large windows, and an open fireplace for cooler evenings. Outside, there's a spacious terrace with loungers, a shaded dining and yoga area, and sea views on one side and mountains on the other. The yoga sessions happen either in a dedicated yoga room inside the villa or outside on the rooftop terrace with sea views, depending on the weather.

A typical day starts with a vinyasa flow – energetic enough to wake you up, but suitable for beginners as well as more experienced practitioners. After the class, there's a healthy vegetarian brunch with plenty of fresh, local ingredients. The middle of the day is deliberately unstructured: you can take the puppies for a walk along the beach, go for a hike in the nearby Akamas National Forest Park, try windsurfing or stand-up paddleboarding along the coast, or simply stay at the villa with a book. In the evening, there's a slower class – yin or hatha yoga, or a meditation – where the puppies often wander over to join you. Dinner is another fresh vegetarian meal, and afterwards guests tend to gather in the lounge area to chat, play music or sing.

The retreat is hosted by Ines Brendel, who has over 1300 hours of yoga training from India, Munich and Corfu. She's a passionate advocate for rescue dogs and runs the retreat partly as a way to socialise and care for puppies on their way to adoption. She's joined by Jasmine, who helps run the villa and looks after the human guests. Between them, they've created a place where guests feel genuinely cared for – and the reviews all mention the warmth of the welcome and the relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

The villa is surrounded by nature, with Akamas National Forest Park, waterfalls and several beaches within easy reach. Paphos town is about 40 minutes away by car. The retreat runs in German, which keeps the group small (between 3 and 10 people) and creates a more personal, intimate experience. This is a retreat for anyone who wants a relaxed, restorative few days with good food, good yoga, and plenty of puppy cuddles.

What's included

- 3 nights accommodation in a luxury 5-bedroom villa with sea views - 2 delicious vegetarian meals per day (brunch and dinner) - Snacks throughout the day - Water, tea, and coffee served all day - Daily yoga and meditation classes - Free excursions to local sites of interest - A welcome gift box with a journal, incense, a pen, and a card - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Luggage storage - Parking - Wi-Fi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary