Rooted in Rhythm
Sri Lanka 2026
1-7th Dec | Starting at £1,149
Yoga Retreat - Talamba Reef, Southern Coast
Join Darvina for a week-long nourishing yoga retreat from 1-5 December 2026 set on the sunny shores of Sri Lanka, held within Talamba Reef, a rare and beautiful stretch of coastline where tropical gardens meet the vastness of the Indian Ocean.
This retreat is shaped by rhythm rather than rush — strong, steady practices balanced with spacious afternoons, nourishing food, and quiet evenings guided by the sound of the ocean. It’s an invitation to move, rest, and reconnect in a setting that naturally supports all three.
The Villas & Setting
The retreat is held across Sulanga Villa and Vatura Villa, two exceptional villas that combine the best of contemporary Sri Lankan design with traditional materials and craftsmanship.
Set within two acres of lush tropical gardens, the villas offer privacy, space, and uninterrupted views that stretch beyond the cinnamon fence to the Indian Ocean. With no light disturbance, evenings are accompanied by open skies, ocean air, and the steady, hypnotic sound of the sea.
The location sits just a few minutes along the coast from Mirissa Beach, offering access to the shoreline while returning each day to the calm and seclusion of Talamba Reef.
Across the two villas you’ll find:
❋ Eight spacious en-suite rooms.
❋ Private bathrooms with bathtub and separate shower.
❋ Daily housekeeping with evening turndown service.
❋ Two swimming pools set right by the water.
❋ Open communal spaces designed for rest, meals, and connection.
❋ Wildlife is part of everyday life here — peacocks often move through the gardens, and monkeys live in the surrounding trees, adding to the sense of being immersed in nature.
❋ A small, professional house team supports the retreat quietly and attentively, allowing you to fully settle into the rhythm of the week.
The Practice & Daily Rhythm
Mornings
Each morning begins with a 90-minute practice, rooted in Rocket Vinyasa — energising, intelligent, and adaptable. Across the week there will also be opportunities for Mysore-style mornings, allowing you to meet the practice in a way that feels appropriate for your body and energy.
Afternoons
Afternoons include 90-minute workshops, offering space to explore inversions, refine movement, and dive a little deeper into specific elements of the practice. There is also ample time to rest by the pool, swim, read, or simply enjoy the surroundings.
Evenings
Evenings are slower and grounding, with 75-minute practices focused on yin yoga, breathwork, and meditation. These sessions are designed to help you unwind, soften, and prepare for rest.
There is also space to simply be — to read a book uninterrupted, swim under the fading light, rest early if that’s what your body is calling for, or sit and enjoy the soothing sound of the ocean.
Food & Nourishment
All meals are included and enjoyed family-style, creating a relaxed, communal atmosphere throughout the week.
You can expect:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided daily
Predominantly vegetarian meals
Flavourful Sri Lankan dishes made with fresh, local ingredients
On some evenings, fish or chicken may be served, alongside vegetarian options
Vegan, vegetarian, and other dietary requirements can be catered for — simply let us know in advance.
If you choose to eat off the property, those meals are not included and would be your own responsibility.
Included Experiences
Alongside the full yoga programme, the retreat includes:
A surf lesson, suitable for beginners and offered in a relaxed, supportive way
A day out turtle watching, exploring more of Sri Lanka’s southern coastline
For those interested, there are also optional experiences nearby, including:
Ayurvedic massage and treatments
Additional local excursions and offerings
Rooms & Group Size
There are seven rooms available, offered as either shared or single occupancy.
To preserve the intimacy and quality of the experience, the retreat is capped at 10 participants.
Rooms can be booked with a friend, or you’re welcome to be paired with another retreat guest if you’re coming on your own.
What’s Included
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What’s Included *
✔ Accommodation at Sulanga & Vatura Villas
✔ All on-site meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
✔ Daily yoga practices, afternoon workshops, and evening sessions
✔ Surf lesson and turtle watching day
✔ Use of pools and tropical gardens
✔ Daily housekeeping and evening turndown service
✖ Flights not included
✖ Airport transfer not included
→ I’m happy to organise a group transfer from the airport.
Pricing
All prices include accommodation, all meals, and the full yoga programme.
Early bird pricing is limited.*
Shared Occupancy
Early Bird: £1,149
Standard: £1,299
Single Occupancy
Early Bird: £1,399
Standard: £1,549
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THE YOGA PLANTE – TERMS & CONDITIONS
Last updated: [10/01/26]
By booking any class, workshop, training, retreat, or online offering with The Yoga Plante, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to the following Terms & Conditions.
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1. General
• All bookings are subject to availability.
• The Yoga Plante reserves the right to amend schedules, teachers, venues, programmes, or formats where reasonably necessary.
• Such changes do not entitle participants to a refund except where required by law.
• Participation in all offerings is voluntary and undertaken at your own responsibility.
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded or limited by law.
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2. Retreats – Booking, Cancellation & Responsibility
2.1 Non-Refundable & Non-Transferable
All retreat bookings are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable, except where required by law.
• Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Remaining balances are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• No refunds will be issued for withdrawal, illness, injury, personal circumstances, change of plans, or failure to attend.
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2.2 What Is Included / Excluded
Unless explicitly stated otherwise in writing:
• Retreat prices do not include flights, visas, travel insurance, airport transfers, tips, or optional excursions.
• Participants are solely responsible for arranging and paying for all travel and related expenses.
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2.3 Passports, Visas & Entry Requirements
It is the sole responsibility of the participant to ensure compliance with all entry requirements, including but not limited to:
• Passport validity
• Visas or permits
• Immigration and customs regulations
The Yoga Plante accepts no responsibility for denied entry, visa refusal, expired passports, or failure to meet entry requirements.
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2.4 Health, Vaccinations & Medical Requirements
Participants are solely responsible for:
• Meeting all health requirements of the destination country
• Obtaining any required or recommended vaccinations
• Complying with airline, government, and local authority health regulations
Failure to meet these requirements does not constitute grounds for a refund or transfer.
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2.5 Mandatory Travel Insurance
Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all retreats.
• Proof of valid insurance must be provided no later than eight (8) weeks before the retreat start date.
• Insurance must cover, at minimum: medical expenses, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, and interruption.
Failure to provide proof of insurance may result in cancellation of your booking.
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3. Cancellation, Postponement & Rescheduling by The Yoga Plante
3.1 Cancellation by The Yoga Plante
If The Yoga Plante cancels a retreat prior to the start date, participants will be offered a full refund of all amounts paid to The Yoga Plante for the retreat, issued within thirty (30) days of the cancellation date.
This refund applies only to monies paid directly to The Yoga Plante and does not include flights, travel insurance, visas, accommodation booked independently, or any third-party expenses.
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3.2 Postponement or Rescheduling
The Yoga Plante reserves the right to postpone or reschedule a retreat at any time up to eight (8) weeks before the scheduled start date, or later where required due to circumstances beyond reasonable control (including Force Majeure).
In such cases, participants will be offered the option to:
• Transfer their payment to the rescheduled dates, or
• Transfer their payment to another Yoga Plante retreat, subject to availability.
No cash or monetary refunds will be issued for postponements or reschedules, unless The Yoga Plante cancels the retreat entirely or where required by law.
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4. Force Majeure
The Yoga Plante shall not be liable for cancellations, postponements, changes, or interruptions caused by events beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to:
• Extreme weather or natural disasters
• War, terrorism, civil unrest, or political instability
• Pandemic, epidemic, or public health emergency
• Government restrictions or border closures
• Transport disruption or airline cancellations
• Infrastructure failure or acts of God
In the event of Force Majeure:
• No refunds will be issued for travel-related expenses
• The Yoga Plante is not responsible for flights, accommodation, insurance, visas, or other third-party costs
• Where possible, a non-monetary transfer of retreat payments to a future Yoga Plante retreat may be offered at the sole discretion of The Yoga Plante
Participants are strongly advised to book flexible flights and ensure their travel insurance adequately covers Force Majeure events.
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5. Teacher Trainings
5.1 Refunds & Transfers
All teacher training bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable, except where required by law.
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5.2 Injury, Illness & Completion
If a student is unable to continue physical participation due to injury or illness:
• Observation may be permitted at the discretion of The Yoga Plante
• Where observation is not possible, the student may transfer to the next available training, subject to availability
• Students have twelve (12) months to complete all required modules
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5.3 Private Catch-Up Modules
If private sessions are required to complete missed modules:
• Sessions are charged at £100 per hour, covering the teacher’s time
• Sessions are subject to availability and must be paid in advance
• Certification is awarded only upon completion of all required hours, modules, and assessments
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5.4 Conduct
The Yoga Plante reserves the right to remove any participant from a training for serious or repeated misconduct, including behaviour that is disruptive, disrespectful, or inconsistent with a respectful and inclusive learning environment.
Removal for conduct will result in no refund or transfer.
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6. Classes (In-Person & Online)
• All class packages and memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable, except where required by law.
• Packages are valid for 60 days from the date of purchase, unless stated otherwise.
• Cancellations must be made at least 4 hours before the scheduled start time.
• Late cancellations and no-shows forfeit the class credit.
• If a class is cancelled by The Yoga Plante, a credit or refund will be issued.
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7. Code of Conduct
The Yoga Plante is committed to a respectful and inclusive environment.
Harassment, discrimination, bullying, or disruptive behaviour will not be tolerated. Serious or repeated misconduct may result in removal from classes, trainings, or retreats without refund.
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8. Health & Personal Responsibility
Participants confirm that they are physically and mentally fit to participate and will inform teachers of any relevant injuries or conditions.
Participation is at your own responsibility. The Yoga Plante is not responsible for loss, damage, or injury to personal property.
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9. Photography & Media
Photography and video may be taken during classes, trainings, and retreats.
Identifiable images will be used for promotional purposes only with consent. Participants may opt out by notifying The Yoga Plante in writing.
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10. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of England & Wales, and any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of those courts.
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Final Note
These Terms & Conditions exist to protect the integrity of The Yoga Plante, its teachers, staff, and participants, while ensuring clarity, fairness, and professionalism across all offerings.
Participants are solely responsible for:
• Meeting all health requirements of the destination country
• Obtaining any required or recommended vaccinations
• Complying with airline, government, and local authority health regulations
Failure to meet these requirements does not constitute grounds for a refund or transfer.
⸻
2.5 Mandatory Travel Insurance
Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all retreats.
• Proof of valid insurance must be provided no later than eight (8) weeks before the retreat start date.
• Insurance must cover, at minimum: medical expenses, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, and interruption.
Failure to provide proof of insurance may result in cancellation of your booking.
⸻
3. Cancellation, Postponement & Rescheduling by The Yoga Plante
3.1 Cancellation by The Yoga Plante
If The Yoga Plante cancels a retreat prior to the start date, participants will be offered a full refund of all amounts paid to The Yoga Plante for the retreat, issued within thirty (30) days of the cancellation date.
This refund applies only to monies paid directly to The Yoga Plante and does not include flights, travel insurance, visas, accommodation booked independently, or any third-party expenses.
⸻
3.2 Postponement or Rescheduling
The Yoga Plante reserves the right to postpone or reschedule a retreat at any time up to eight (8) weeks before the scheduled start date, or later where required due to circumstances beyond reasonable control (including Force Majeure).
In such cases, participants will be offered the option to:
• Transfer their payment to the rescheduled dates, or
• Transfer their payment to another Yoga Plante retreat, subject to availability.
No cash or monetary refunds will be issued for postponements or reschedules, unless The Yoga Plante cancels the retreat entirely or where required by law.
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4. Force Majeure
The Yoga Plante shall not be liable for cancellations, postponements, changes, or interruptions caused by events beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to:
• Extreme weather or natural disasters
• War, terrorism, civil unrest, or political instability
• Pandemic, epidemic, or public health emergency
• Government restrictions or border closures
• Transport disruption or airline cancellations
• Infrastructure failure or acts of God
In the event of Force Majeure:
• No refunds will be issued for travel-related expenses
• The Yoga Plante is not responsible for flights, accommodation, insurance, visas, or other third-party costs
• Where possible, a non-monetary transfer of retreat payments to a future Yoga Plante retreat may be offered at the sole discretion of The Yoga Plante
Participants are strongly advised to book flexible flights and ensure their travel insurance adequately covers Force Majeure events.
⸻
5. Teacher Trainings
5.1 Refunds & Transfers
All teacher training bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable, except where required by law.
⸻
5.2 Injury, Illness & Completion
If a student is unable to continue physical participation due to injury or illness:
• Observation may be permitted at the discretion of The Yoga Plante
• Where observation is not possible, the student may transfer to the next available training, subject to availability
• Students have twelve (12) months to complete all required modules
⸻
5.3 Private Catch-Up Modules
If private sessions are required to complete missed modules:
• Sessions are charged at £100 per hour, covering the teacher’s time
• Sessions are subject to availability and must be paid in advance
• Certification is awarded only upon completion of all required hours, modules, and assessments
⸻
5.4 Conduct
The Yoga Plante reserves the right to remove any participant from a training for serious or repeated misconduct, including behaviour that is disruptive, disrespectful, or inconsistent with a respectful and inclusive learning environment.
Removal for conduct will result in no refund or transfer.
⸻
6. Classes (In-Person & Online)
• All class packages and memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable, except where required by law.
• Packages are valid for 60 days from the date of purchase, unless stated otherwise.
• Cancellations must be made at least 4 hours before the scheduled start time.
• Late cancellations and no-shows forfeit the class credit.
• If a class is cancelled by The Yoga Plante, a credit or refund will be issued.
⸻
7. Code of Conduct
The Yoga Plante is committed to a respectful and inclusive environment.
Harassment, discrimination, bullying, or disruptive behaviour will not be tolerated. Serious or repeated misconduct may result in removal from classes, trainings, or retreats without refund.
⸻
8. Health & Personal Responsibility
Participants confirm that they are physically and mentally fit to participate and will inform teachers of any relevant injuries or conditions.
Participation is at your own responsibility. The Yoga Plante is not responsible for loss, damage, or injury to personal property.
⸻
9. Photography & Media
Photography and video may be taken during classes, trainings, and retreats.
Identifiable images will be used for promotional purposes only with consent. Participants may opt out by notifying The Yoga Plante in writing.
⸻
10. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of England & Wales, and any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of those courts.
⸻
Final Note
These Terms & Conditions exist to protect the integrity of The Yoga Plante, its teachers, staff, and participants, while ensuring clarity, fairness, and professionalism across all offerings.