Samahita Retreat, Koh Samui, Thailand

Katy Appleton

Join Katy for this wonder week to replenish and revitalise your whole being at the beautiful Samahita retreat.

Listen to the sound of the waves, gaze out at the palm fringed beach, with the ocean breeze brushing your skin.

Know the benefits for yourself; a week of stunning bliss, incredible yoga, delicious food, fresh air and laughter.

The retreat is open to all levels of yoga knowledge, whether you are a lover of yoga or simply curious to start, you will be completely supported.

 

About

Samahita lies on the south coast of Koh Samui, a tropical island in the Gulf of Thailand that still has long stretches of pristine beaches and unspoiled land, a magical, tranquil space where you can slow down, switch off and deeply rest.

Samahita means centred and was purposely set up to transform lives, bring a balance of vitality and peace to those who walk through their doors.

It is world-class centre, renown for its teachings of the practice of yoga, breath-work, meditation, health and fitness.

Located right on the beach on the southern side of Samui - it is a quiet, relaxing part of the island so a perfect place to retreat.

 
 

Food

The Samahita Buffet and Juice Bar serve daily fresh, tasty, nutritious meals all sourced from local produce.

 The menus are designed to support you in your yoga practice drawing on Ayurvedic principles. Everything is natural and homemade, nothing is processed and where possible products are organic.  

Meals are well-balanced and carefully planned with a mix of ingredients. The Samahita chefs are careful not to use sugar, iodised salt, MSG or related products and only stable and healthy oils and fats. There is a team of over 10 Thai cooks and a talented head chef making all the food on-site with dedication, care and love.

Freely available and included in your stay, are tea, coffee, fruit, daily brunch and daily dinner buffets.

As an addition or if you need more there is also a full juice, snack and coffee bar where you can purchase chilled coconuts, smoothies, energy balls, organic coffee, fresh juices, and other treats.​

Filter water drinking fountains are dotted around the venue to keep you rehydrated during your stay.

 

 

Logistics & Schedule

Arrival and Departure

Check in is from 2pm on the 22nd April and there will be a welcome ceremony later that day and supper. The yoga schedule starts on 23rd April, completing with a shorter class on the 29th April before breakfast and departure.

There will be one afternoon in the week that no yoga is offered, giving you the time to have an extended day to yourself to relax, enjoy the surrounding area or go on a sightseeing trip.

​Check out is 12pm on 29th April and if you wish to stay a few extras nights then Samahita maybe able to accommodate you - you will need to contact them directly to book.

Typical Daily Schedule

  • 7.30-9.30am Yoga
    Transformational solar vinyasa flow yoga: a variety of active asana practices for all levels: dynamic prana vinyasa flow, energetic and alignment-based hatha yoga, pilates core inspiration, invocations, mantra, meditation, pranayama, heart opening practices to liberate body and mind. Suitable for all levels.

  • 9.45am - 11am Brunch

  • 11am - 5pm - includes a light lunch
    Soak up the sunshine, read, float in the pool or relax with a treatment at the Wellness Centre !

  • 5pm(ish) - 6.45pm Yoga (times do vary, dependent on sunset!)
    Introspective & awaking lunar yoga practices.
    These sessions will consist of various techniques such as Pranayama, Meditation, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Mantra & Kirtan, Yoga Nidra, Nada Yoga to bring you home.

  • 7pm Supper delights

One week retreat includes

  • 7 Transformational Vinyasa morning flow yoga practices

  • 5 Evening Lunar yoga practices

  • All yoga props and mats are provided

  • 7 nights accommodation at the tranquil Samahita

  • 2 meals a day - delicious brunch & supper

  • Early morning Tea, Coffee and Bananas 

  • Use of the beach & pool, kayaks and paddle-boards

  • Access to the herbal steam room

  • Guided walk to local temple: Tuesday 1-3pm

Retreat doesn't include

  • Flights, travel insurance and visa costs

  • Transfers to and from the airport

  • Excursions or day trips

  • Extra treats from the juice and snack bar

  • Wellness centre treatments 

  • Taxis to and from places locally

  • Tips for staff

 

Beach Pool & Facilities

Saltwater pool

Herbal steam room

Kayaks and paddleboards

Outdoor showers and beach sunbeds


Wellness Centre

Samahita's wellness center offers the best therapeutic experience with specialised, holistic treatments, such as Thai, Swedish, Deep Tissue and Aromatherapy Massage; Herbal Facial Treatment; Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Chi Nei Tsang.

Float Therapy

A profound experience to induce a deep, dream-like state of relaxation and help recover from injury, pain or illness.

​Infrared Sauna

A Pure Near Infrared and Full Spectrum Infrared sauna therapies to address stress, sleep, digestion, toxicity, inflammation and pain.

Accommodation

A variety of private and semi-private options, clean, airy and comfortable.

Samahita was purpose-built to function as a retreat centre dedicated to your vitality, well-being and relaxation. The variety of private and shared room options reflect that. The rooms are set back from the main beachfront facilities perfect for quiet contemplation and relaxation.

The eco-friendly buildings make use of cross-ventilation, natural lighting, rainwater harvesting, and offer both mosquito screens and fans and air conditioning. They have rooms for the single traveler, couples or friends, as well as loft-style accommodation that is ideal for two people sharing. Regardless of which room you stay in, the beach, pool and practice spaces are seconds away.

Photos are examples of the room levels, they may not be the exact room you are allocated.


Shared OPEN-PLAN Two-Bedroom Loft

Suitable for solo-traveller: your own queen-size bed, open-plan bedrooms, and shared bathroom

Β£998

  • queen-size beds

  • two bedrooms between split level/mezzanine loft

  • 50 sqm plus a private balcony with table and chairs

  • bathroom shared between the two rooms

  • ceiling fans, mosquito screens and air conditioning

  • Wifi internet access

  • lockable storage cabinet and a room safe

  • bio-sustainable hand soap, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel

  • large writing desk, desk lamp and bookshelves

  • hot-water kettle, mugs, medium-size fridge

  • built-in wardrobes with space for luggage

(Default booking arrangement is for same-gender room assignment unless guests are friends and request otherwise)


SEMI-PRIVATE ROOM

Suitable for solo-traveller: your own private queen-bed room, with shared bathroom

  • queen-size bed

  • 25 sqm plus a private balcony

  • ceiling fans, mosquito screens and air conditioning

  • shared bathroom with separate access

  • bio-sustainable hand soap, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel

  • writing desk, desk lamp and bookshelves

  • lockable storage cabinet and a room safe

  • hot-water kettle, mugs, medium-size fridge

  • built-in wardrobe with space for luggage

Β£1,200

(Default booking arrangement is for same-gender room assignment unless guests are friends and request otherwise)


PRIVATE ROOM

Suitable for solo-traveller or couple: your own private queen-bed room, with private en-suite bathroom, balcony and more

  • queen-size bed, bedside lighting and comfortable private seating

  • 35 sqm plus a private balcony and ensuite private bathroom

  • large shower area with room for clothes hanging and drying

  • ceiling fans, mosquito screens and air conditioning

  • bio-sustainable hand soap, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel

  • large writing desk, desk lamp and bookshelves

  • lockable storage cabinet (up to larger size laptops) and a room safe

  • hot-water kettle, mugs, medium-size fridge

  • built-in wardrobe with space for luggage

Β£1,450 single occupancy

Β£998 per person double bed shared occupancy


ONE-BEDROOM SUITE

Suitable for solo-traveller or couple: your own private queen-bed room, with private en-suite bathroom, balcony and more: your own huge private queen-bed room, with private en-suite bathroom, kitchen, balcony and more

  • queen-size bed, bedside lighting and comfortable private seating

  • 55 sqm plus a large private balcony and ensuite private bathroom

  • large shower area with room for clothes hanging and drying

  • ceiling fans, mosquito screens and air conditioning

  • bio-sustainable hand soap, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel

  • writing desk, desk lamp and bookshelves

  • living room with a convertible sofa bed, TV, and stereo

  • fully-equipped kitchen, utensils and dining area

  • lockable storage cabinet and a room safe

  • hot-water kettle, mugs, large-size fridge

  • built-in wardrobe with space for luggage

Β£1,750 single occupancy

SOLD OUT

β€œKaty is a wondrous teacher, her style is unique, flowing, loving, musical, challenging and calming - all at the same time. This retreat has come at a very very good time and I’m so grateful for the profound replenishment, restoration and joy so deeply received. One of my best decisions yet.”
— Julie Mercieca

 

Travel requirements & covid info

  • Check in time is from 2pm on the 22nd April 2023

  • Check out time is up to 12pm on 29th April 2023

  • 30-45-minute drive from Samui International Airport.

Please read Samahita's comprehensive guide to current Thailand Travel requirements here Β»

For more information about getting to the centre, visas etc please see Samahita's travel tips here Β»

Nearest Airport is Koh Samui. There are frequent flights to the island with Bangkok Airways. Flight time is approximately 90 minutes from Bangkok.

Airport Transfers: Transfers aren't included in the retreat, however you can book your transfer directly through the venue via the Samahita website here Β». The costs will be divided by the number of people using the transfer and is around 1000bht - approx Β£23GBP for one vehicle. Transfer time is between 30-45 minutes. We will remind you of this nearer the time of the retreat also.

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Terms & Conditions

CANCELLATION OF RETREAT BY APPLEYOGA OR SAMAHITA RETREAT CENTRE 

During these uncertain Covid-19 times, appleyoga and Samahita want to make sure everyone stays healthy and and that we meet your needs!

In case of Katy being unable to teach the retreat, then her assistant will. All of them have been appleyoga trained and are highly skilled.

In the highly unlikely event of Samahita having to close completely again at the instruction of the Thai government and the retreat is cancelled, full payments will be refunded or moved to another retreat in 2023/4.

Travel and medical expenditures will not be reimbursed, and are considered each individual's own liability. It is the responsibility of each participant to book their flights and to find out about flight schedule changes and Covid-19 regulations relevant for their trip.

Please make sure you consider the different regulations according to your vaccination status. This is the students responsibility. You can view details of this on Samahita's website here or visit the website of your home country's government. For travellers coming from the UK please visit https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/thailand.

Travel, medical & trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. 

CANCELLATION OF ATTENDANCE BY STUDENT - NON-COVID RELATED

  • Once booked on your retreat your deposit is nonrefundable and non transferable unless we can fill your space.

  • 60 days or more prior to the retreat date: Your payments will be 50% refunded if you have paid in full, those who have only paid the deposit will not receive any reimbursement 

  • 59-30 days prior to the retreat date: Your payments will be 25% refunded, if you have paid in full, those who have only paid the deposit will not receive any reimbursement 

  • 29 days or less prior to the retreat date: payments are not refundable

CANCELLATION OF ATTENDANCE BY STUDENT - COVID RELATED

You may request a refund in the event of government-mandated restrictions on travel, or a positive COVID test which results in a forced and involuntary inability to attend the retreat. Please understand that an actual travel restriction is different from personal choice to not travel, and includes the following situations:

  • Positive COVID test (Doctor’s note required)

  • Travel restriction on Thailand at the time of the retreat

  • Travel restriction on your country of flight origin at the time of the retreat

Proof (in English) of government-mandated restrictions and/or positive test results must be submitted with an emailed cancellation request.

  • Cancellation 30+ days - 100% will be refunded less Β£50 admin fee

  • Cancellation less than 30 days of retreat start - 100% credit voucher for the amount paid less Β£50 admin fee for another retreat with appleyoga. Credit Vouchers are valid until the end of 2024

A cancellation will only be effective when appleyoga receives a written confirmation of the cancellation and have responded having acknowledged the cancellation.