Goa Retreat

8 days of yoga, breathwork & deep rest — in the land where it all began.

• 10th - 17th January 2027

• South Goa, India

Yoga was born in India. There's something quietly powerful about returning to the land where these practices took root — moving through morning flows above the treetops, breathing deeply in the humid warmth, eating food grown in the earth around you.

This is an 8-day retreat for those who want more than a holiday. Guided by Nicole Windle of The Soul Space Retreats — a teacher with over seven years of living and practising in Goa — this experience is rooted in Jivamukti yoga, breathwork, philosophy, and the kind of deep rest that actually changes something in you.

This is the first time Pana is venturing outside of Africa - and what better place than India to dive deeper into the roots of yoga, its history and its culture.

What’s Included?

  • Accommodation

    Seven nights in a private Portuguese-Indian villa on the banks of the Talpona river, surrounded by palms, tropical gardens and a swimming pool, with the mangrove forest at the bottom of the garden.

    Choose from shared or private room options, all designed for comfort and ease.

    Daily housekeeping, fresh linens and a warm welcome on arrival.

  • Food & Drink

    Start each day with fresh morning juices, coconuts and nourishing snacks.

    Enjoy two wholesome meals per day - brunch and dinner - prepared with fresh local ingredients and inspired by Indian flavours and seasonal fare.

    Unlimited teas, coffee and fresh fruit will be available throughout your stay.

    Our retreat chef and kitchen team prepare every meal with care — a lovingly crafted mix of traditional Goan and Mediterranean dishes, made with local organic ingredients. Meals are predominantly plant-based, with fish options available.

    This is food that nourishes. Not an afterthought.

  • Activities

    Twice daily yoga sessions (Vinyasa, Jivamukti, Yin, Yoga Nidra, gentle flow) and meditation

    Breathwork workshops + mindful movement explorations

    Traditional Goan cooking class

    Sunrise river trip with dolphin spotting and scenic views

    Cacao ceremony

    Optional village explorations and beach time

  • Wellness & Community

    The Pana community exists because wellness spaces haven't always felt like ours. This retreat is different by design — a space where you don't have to explain yourself, translate yourself, or shrink yourself.

    Come as you are. Move at your own pace. Rest without guilt.

    Days are structured to hold both discipline and spaciousness: morning practices to ground you, afternoons free to explore or simply be, evenings to share food, stories and connection. Pre-retreat virtual meet-ups and a private WhatsApp group mean you'll already know faces when you land.

    Most guests arrive solo. Most leave with people they'll know for life.

Trip Details

  • Dates: 10th – 17th January 2027

    Location: South Goa, India

  • Retreat includes:

    • 7 nights stay in a beautiful Portuguese/Indian villa

    • Daily morning juice, kombucha, fresh coconuts and afternoon snacks

    • 2 meals a day (Brunch & Dinner – Plant Based Indian & Mediterranean) 

    • Unlimited teas, coffees & fruit

    • Wake up the body & the mind with morning Jivamukti Yoga & meditation practices

    • Relax in the afternoon with Yin yoga & Nidra practices

    • Sound Bath

    • Yoga & Philosophy workshops to dive deeper into the meaning of yoga

    • Conscious Connected Breathwork workshop or something similar

    • Cacao ceremony 

    • Free time to relax by the private pool/go to the beach

    • A sunrise river & dolphin boat trip; spot the monkeys, otters and many birds along the way

    • A cooking class making traditional Goan homemade dishes

    • Pre-retreat meet-ups and community WhatsApp group

    • A welcome gift

    • 30 day E-visa 

    • Flights 

    • Travel insurance 

    • Airport transfer (we can arrange this for you – approx £40 for a taxi alone, if people are arriving around the same time, I will arrange a group transfer) 

    • A trip to a local Spice Farm with a traditional Goan lunch 

    • Optional meals outside of the villa on beach days

    • Massages

    • Final dinner on the beach

    • Jungle sauna & ice bath experience

    • Cash for tuktuks - Approx £3-5 per journey (3 people sharing) to local beaches for sun bathing/shopping

  • This private Goan villa — your home for the retreat — sits amid lush tropical gardens and offers quiet corners, open-air spaces and a calming pool for moments of stillness. With a blend of Indo-Portuguese architecture and modern comfort, it offers a relaxed sanctuary to stretch out, rest, and connect with nature.

    Each bedroom is designed with comfort in mind and common areas encourage community while also offering space for quiet reflection or reading near palms and breeze-washed verandas.

  • Spots are limited by room — once a room is gone, it's gone. A £400 non-refundable deposit secures your place, with the balance due by October 2026.

Explore The Rooms

Daily Schedule

Each day is thoughtfully structured to balance movement, rest, nourishment and play:

Day 1: Arrival

✈ Check In from 3 pm at the villa → Opening Ceremony → Dinner

Example Day
A Sunrise Boat Trip → 8am Morning Practice → Brunch → Free time, activities, massages → 4.30pm Evening Practice  → Gentle evening practice → 7pm Dinner/A Cooking Class

Day 7: Departure
8am Morning Practice → Brunch → 11am Check out

Meet Your Retreat Host

Nicole Windle

Originally from Nottingham, Nicole's yoga journey began in 2006 as a young dancer looking to stretch—and quickly blossomed into a lifelong spiritual path. After training in traditional Ashtanga and Vinyasa in India in 2015, she's spent the past decade exploring and teaching across Asia, weaving together yoga, meditation, sound healing, and holistic movement.


Her love for Jivamukti Yoga began in India 8 years ago, where she first encountered its powerful blend of philosophy, devotion, and activism. Earlier this year she deepened her studies with a 300-hour Jivamukti teacher training—marking the most beautiful beginning to her Bhakti Yoga journey.


She now travels the world hosting retreats and sharing classes that are dynamic, soulful, and rooted in both Eastern tradition and modern awareness. Expect a playful, heartfelt space where movement meets meaning—and where you're invited to reconnect, recharge, and rise.

FAQS

  • This retreat is designed for anyone seeking space to pause, breathe, and reconnect - no matter your level of yoga or travel experience.

    It’s for you if you’re:

    • Looking for a true break from distractions (no WiFi, no rushing, just presence).

    • Craving restorative practices like yoga, breathwork, and journaling to bring balance back to your body and mind.

    • Excited to experience India’s culture, food, and natural beauty in an authentic and respectful way.

    • Open to joining a warm, inclusive community — most guests come alone, but quickly feel part of the group.

    • Ready to return home feeling lighter, clearer, and deeply recharged.

    ✨ While this retreat is open to everyone, we especially welcome the global majority who may not always see themselves reflected in wellness spaces. Our intention is to hold space that feels safe, affirming, and culturally rooted, while still being inclusive of all who join with openness and respect.

    No previous yoga experience is required. All practices are guided with care, so you’ll always feel supported whether it’s your first class or your hundredth.

  • 📍 Flights:

    Nearest Airport: Goa - Dabolim South Goa - 1.5 hour journey or Mopa North Goa - 2.5 hour journey

    Once your spot is secured, we’ll share valuable flight guidance — including suggested arrival days and routing. Setting price alerts early is a useful way to find good fares.

    🚗 Airport Transfers:

    We will set up a WhatsApp chat before to buddy people up travelling to the venue.

    We can support you with recommended transfer partners and options from Goa’s airports to the villa.

  • Meals served at our yoga retreats are typically plant-based, nourishing, and designed to complement the yoga experience, often with a focus on organic and locally sourced ingredients.

    There will also be fish dinners available on this retreat.

    We accommodate dietary preferences, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and others—please inform us of any dietary needs when booking so we can prepare accordingly.

  • Most of our guests actually join the retreat solo - and it’s one of the best ways to travel. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be welcomed into a warm, inclusive group where connections form naturally.

    Before we travel, you’ll be invited to:

    • A private WhatsApp group to connect and plan together

    • Pre-retreat meet-ups (online + in London) to break the ice

    Your retreat teacher/host will always be available to support you before and during the experience.

  • Not at all. This retreat is for all levels - from complete beginners to experienced practitioners. Every class is guided with options, so you can move at your own pace and choose what feels good for your body.

    Our yoga practices include:

    • Jivamukti yoga flows to energise and build strength

    • Slower yoga practices such as yin and restorative to release tension and support recovery

    • Gentle breathwork and meditation for calming the mind

    Whether you’re new to yoga, returning after a break, or already practice regularly, you’ll feel supported and encouraged throughout. The focus is less on “performance” and more on giving your body and nervous system the space to restore.

  • Yes, all sessions and activities are optional, so you’re welcome to skip anything that doesn’t feel right for you.

    Yoga retreats are meant to be rejuvenating, so you can personalise your experience by joining in as much or as little as you’d like.

    Many attendees find a balance between scheduled activities and personal downtime. Some get involved with everything!

  • Deposits are non-refundable.

    Upon payment of the final balance, the entire retreat is non-refundable. (In the case of exceptional circumstances, please contact us)

    If the entire retreat gets cancelled, all payments are refundable.

    By paying your deposit, you agree to the full T&Cs.

Your Place in Goa is Waiting.

Secure with £400 non-refundable deposit.