5 Days with Soham Holistic Yoga the Finest Retreat at Kerala, India

Location icon
BAVA Beach Resort & Retreat Center Varkala, North Cliff Road, behind Prasanthi Cliff Resort, near Darjeeling Cafe, Varkala, Kerala, India
Users icon
Up to 10 in group
Date
Dec 8 - 12, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • Soham Soul Space is designed to create a sacred pause in your busy life. It is a place where you can step away from stress, reconnect with your inner energy, and experience balance in body, mind, and spirit.

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Details of this retreat

Date: Sunday, 8th-12th Dec, 2025
Location: BAVA Beach Resort & Retreat Center, Varkala
Reconnect with your inner space through guided yoga and self-awareness meditation. Enjoy a vegetarian lunch and herbal tea in a serene environment.
Retreat Leader: Soham John – Senior Yoga & Meditation Trainer with over 25 years of experience.

(Tentative)
6am - Wake up
6.30am to 7.30 am - Meditation
7.30 am to 9.00am - Yoga Practice
9.00am to 10.00 am - Breakfast
10.00am to 1.00pm - One on One sessions (Yogic counselling, Reiki healing, Ayurveda treatment)
1.00pm to 2.00 pm - Lunch
2.00 pm to 4 pm - Rest / Study
4.00 pm to 4.30 pm - Tea / Snacks
4.30 pm to 6.00 pm - Satsang (Talk, discussion, meditation)
6.00 pm to 7.00 pm - Yoga Nidra (Yogic relaxation)
7.00 pm to 8.00 pm - Dinner
8.00 pm to 10.00 pm - Personal study, Diary writing etc.
10.00 pm - Bed Time

Schedule

Tentative
6am - Wake up
6.30am to 7.30 am - Meditation
7.30 am to 9.00am - Yoga Practice
9.00am to 10.00 am - Breakfast
10.00am to 1.00pm- One on One sessions (Yogic counselling, Reiki healing, Ayurveda treatment)
1.00pm to 2.00 pm - Lunch
2.00 pm to 4 pm - Rest / Study
4.00 pm to 4.30 pm - Tea / Snacks
4.30 pm to 6.00 pm - Satsang (Talk, discussion, meditation)
6.00 pm to 7.00 pm - Yoga Nidra (Yogic relaxation)
7.00 pm to 8.00 pm - Dinner
8.00 pm to 10.00 pm - Personal study, Diary writing etc.
10.00 pm - Bed Time
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Soham John, BAVA Beach Resort & Retreat Center Varkala, North Cliff Road, behind Prasanthi Cliff Resort, near Darjeeling Cafe, Varkala, Kerala, India

Directions

The BAVA Beach Resort & Retreat Center in Varkala is easily accessible from all major local hubs. The nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport (TRV), located about 40-55 km away, from which the fastest and most comfortable option is to hire a prepaid taxi or an app-based cab for the approximately 1.5-hour drive directly to Varkala North Cliff. For train travel, the closest station is Varkala Sivagiri Railway Station (VAK), which is very convenient, situated only about 2-3 km from the resort; from here, you can quickly hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi for a short 5-10 minute ride. Finally, the Varkala Bus Stand is also centrally located, roughly 2.5 km away, and you can easily take a local auto-rickshaw from there to reach the resort's location on or near the North Cliff Road.

Accommodation

The accommodations for the Soham Holistic Yoga's retreats are carefully selected to provide a comfortable and serene environment conducive to inner work. For the Goa retreat (Feb 2026), you will be staying at Soham Spiritual Resort, which offers a tranquil, Bali-inspired setting with rooms like the Bali Style Villas and Nest Rooms, all featuring natural light, wood furnishings, and typically a private balcony for nature views. For the Varkala, Kerala retreat (Dec 2025), the venue is BAVA Beach Resort & Retreat Center, offering a refreshing coastal experience where you can expect comfortable rooms with close proximity to the beach, perfect for relaxation. The two retreats held in Thiruvannamalai (Nov 2025 and Jan 2026) are hosted at Eco Farm Resort | Gia Mantra, suggesting a stay that is deeply connected to nature and focused on sustainable, quiet living, providing a simple yet peaceful sanctuary for meditation and practice. Across all locations, the resorts are premium choices with essential facilities to support your deep rest and transformative journey.

Twin Sharing Room
Single Private Room

Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
BAVA Beach Resort & Retreat Center is likely nestled along the dramatic Varkala Cliff in Kerala, offering a spectacular setting where stunning beaches meet towering cliffs overlooking the Arabian Sea. This type of venue is characterized by a tranquil, tropical atmosphere focused on holistic wellness.

Guests can expect a relaxed environment with easy access to the famous sands of Varkala Beach. Accommodations often feature local architectural styles, incorporating natural materials and providing

Meals

Menu Types

What's Included

  • Registration
  • Comfortable accommodation for 4 nights / 5 days.
  • Daily sessions of Holistic Yoga and Soham Self-Awareness Meditation.
  • Holistic Yoga Practice
  • Herbal Tea Break
  • Soham Meditation Workshop
  • Interactive Session
  • Sattvic Vegetarian Lunch
  • Use of retreat space and facilities
  • One session of Yogic counseling.
  • Evening Satsang's and spiritual dialogues
  • Guided silence and reflection sessions

What's Not Included

  • Excluded
  • Travel to and from the retreat venue
  • Personal expenses (laundry, shopping, etc.)
  • Any private or additional one-to-one sessions.
  • Before proceeding with the payment and booking confirmation, I’d like to personally connect with you through a short Zoom meeting to discuss all retreat details, answer your queries, and guide you through the next steps.
  • Please share your convenient date and time (IST) for a brief 15-minute discussion.
  • I’ll send you the Zoom link accordingly.

Customer Reviews

No reviews available.

Similar retreats