7-Day Kite Surfing and Yoga Wellness Escape in Sicily's Lo Stagnone Lagoon

This retreat pairs daily yoga and meditation with five hours of kite surfing lessons over the week, all set on the edge of Lo Stagnone Lagoon near Marsala in western Sicily. The lagoon is a wide, shallow body of water protected by islands, which makes it ideal for learning kite surfing—there's a steady thermal wind most days, and the shallow, flat water is forgiving for beginners while still offering space for more experienced riders to progress.

Kite surfing lessons are led by Gabor and his team, who have been teaching in the lagoon for years. They focus on building confidence and safety on the water so you can get up and riding as quickly as possible, and the package includes all equipment and a shuttle to the beach. If the wind drops, the retreat has plenty of backup activities: stand-up paddleboarding, daily yoga, a massage, or excursions to places like the historic village of Mozia and the island of Favignana.

Yoga and meditation sessions are led by Janina and Anastasia. Janina started practicing in 2015 after leaving her life in Germany to travel, eventually training in traditional ashrams in India. Her classes mix asana, pranayama, mantra chanting, and sound healing. Anastasia came to yoga through a period of transformation and study in India, and blends kriyas, meditation, and asana in her teaching. Both bring a calm, down-to-earth approach that suits beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

The retreat center is a converted property surrounded by a small forest, with a pool, jacuzzi, rooftop terrace, and a restaurant serving vegetarian meals. The vibe is intimate and social—guests often gather for movies by the fireplace on cool evenings or stargaze on the terrace in summer. There are also occasional ecstatic dance nights. The location is about 9 km from a sandy beach, 4 km from the kite lagoon, and 2 km from shops and a supermarket, so it feels rural and peaceful but not isolated.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation in shared or private rooms - Daily breakfast buffet - 3 dinner nights in our restaurant - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - Welcome drink - Daily meditation classes - Daily yoga classes - Daily pranayama classes - 5 hours of kite surfing lessons including equipment and shuttle - Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) - Excursion - 60-minute massage - Shuttle service to the beach - Bicycle rental (whole day 10€) - Luggage storage - Wifi connection - Free parking

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Lunch and other dinners - Drinks like wine, beer, and sodas - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Shuttle service on arrival/departure