Hawaii Yoga, Chant and Ocean Adventures Retreat with Jaya Lakshmi

Kailua-Kona, HI, USA

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Jaya Lakshmi
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Jan 23 - 28, 2022
Group size: 1 - 20
Hawaii Yoga, Chant and Ocean Adventures Retreat with Jaya Lakshmi
Kailua-Kona, HI, USA

Jaya Lakshmi
  • Email address verified
23 reviews

Jan 23 - 28, 2022
Group size: 1 - 20

About this trip

This retreat is about relaxing, having fun and deepening our experience of the Aloha spirit.

Through the sacred container of our group, we practice yoga and meditation together, eat meals, swim and sing together, creating a sense of ‘Ohana’ or family, that many of us long for these days. Helping us remember how it feels to just be and enjoy the natural beauty of life, to come back into harmony with ourselves. 


Kealakekua Bay is a very sacred and powerful portal for the Hawaiians. It means ‘The Pathway of the Gods’. There is an ancient ‘heiau’, or temple, right in the bay that is still actively used in Hawaiian ceremony. It’s no surprise there has been hardly any development in this area, as there are a lot of protections placed here by the Hawaiian kahunas (priests and priestesses). It feels like old Hawaii to me and it is no coincidence if you feel called to this spot, I’m sure it has a powerful gift for you!


Hawaiian culture is so rich and the ‘aina (the earth and waters of the islands) has much mana (life force/prana) to share with us. My second daughter was born in Hilo in 1994. Her Hawaiian name is “Ke Alohi o Ke Kea Hau’ or, ’sparkle of the white snow of Mauna Kea’.

I feel deeply connected to the Big Island as I lived here for years and have been spending every winter here since. I love to share with you my inspiration and love of the island, a place of timeless magic and beauty. 


Just what is Aloha?

A, ala, watchful, alertness 

L, lokahi, working with unity 

O, oia'i'o, truthful honesty 

H, ha'aha'a, humility 

A, ahonui, patient perseverance 


The kahuna David Bray interprets this code as… "Come forward, be in unity and harmony with your real self, God, and mankind. Be honest, truthful, patient, kind to all life forms, and humble." 


We'll be staying at the beautiful Whale Spirit Sanctuary on the Big Island of Hawaii.  It is just a half mile from the famed Kealakekua Bay.  The bay is world renowned for spectacular snorkeling and regular visits by pods of spinner dolphins.  Please check out this video that was made in 2019 of this same retreat I did with Ananda:  https://youtu.be/MZ5c-Ya25Tk
These retreats are so magical and I hope you can join me.  


CHECK-IN TIME: 3pm Sunday Jan 23

CHECK OUT TIME: 10am Friday Jan 28


Is this for me?  
Sea life 
This retreat will open the door to up close encounters with Hawaiian spinner dolphins, humpback whales and other magical ocean creatures.  We will be swimming and snorkeling daily together at local bays and beaches. You don't have to be an expert ocean swimmer but some experience is helpful so we can have a full experience together.  You can always sit out and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and sunshine.
Yoga and Chanting 
This retreat will also help deepen your love and practice of chanting, bhakti, yoga, and ceremony in a majestic and elevating environment.  We will sing and dance our hearts open. We will rejuvenate, relax, and explore yoga as a practice of embodying spirit in a heart opening and devotional way.  Through daily meditation and chanting you will refine your perspective of these practices and yourself.  
The retreat is open to all people and of all levels of yoga and kirtan experience.  Each participant will practice according to their individual needs guided by Jaya Lakshmi. Loving care, attention and support for your experience will always be available.  This retreat is truly a gift to yourself!
*Families with children are welcome! Please contact me for arrangements and for pricing discounts. 
What a prior retreat participant said about our retreats: Click Here.

What to expect? 
-Snorkeling in stunning coral reefs with sea turtles and colorful fish

-Evening music and chant circles 

-Daily Sattva Himalayan Kundalini Yoga (All Levels) 

-Cacao Ceremony

-Comfortable and beautiful rooms and retreat center

-Natural and Chemical Free Retreat Center

-Gourmet Organic Vegetarian/Vegan Meals

-Possible whale boat outing if our group is small enough 


*Check out our yoga videos here: https://jayalakshmiandananda.com/kundalini-yoga-videos
*Check out videos here: https://jayalakshmiandananda.com/live-experience-with-the-saraswati-dream-band-2016

Whale Spirit Sanctuary
Whale Spirit Sanctuary is a magical, nurturing and inspirational place to experience the Aloha Spirit of Hawaii.  It is a balinese style, uniquely charming, sacred-retreat destination designed for comfort and relaxation.  The sanctuary is at 350 feet elevation and has breathtaking views of Kealakekua Bay.  It is located within minutes of some of the island’s best waters to swim and see whales, dolphins, turtles and other amazing marine life.  
This eco-friendly sanctuary is natural, chemical free with beautiful gardens.  They continue to nurture and grow mango, fig, papaya, avocado, lilikoi, banana, citrus with several new gardens filling up with fresh herbs and vegetables.  
*Please visit their website by clicking here.*Please look over the welcome guide as it will answer many of your questions. 

Sample day at the retreat:

 -7am-9am: Yoga led by Jaya Lakshmi 

-9am: Breakfast

-10am-1pm: Free time/Ocean Activities

-1pm-2pm: Lunch

-2pm-4pm: Free Time

-4pm-6pm: Afternoon activities (cacao ceremony, Chanting workshop, yoga, or meditation)

-6:30pm: Dinner 

-8pm-9pm: Evening Chant & Song Circle

All Inclusive Program Offers the Following:

  • Lodging at Eco Sanctuary with sweeping sunset views overlooking Kealakekua Bay
  • Three delicious organic vegetarian meals a day. 
  • All classes and scheduled group activities (does not include possible boat or kayak excursions)

Travel and Flight Details:

You'll most likely want to fly into Kailua/Kona airport.  Please be aware that the retreat does not include transportation to and from airport to the retreat center.  You can either rent a car for that time (recommended) or taxi/Uber/Lyft.  
The retreat center is an hour south of the Kona airport. If you would prefer not to drive, we can try and link you up with another person coming and see if they would be willing to share a rental car.  Let us know asap.  


What to bring:

You will receive an email as the date gets closer with a more detailed list of what to bring. The most important thing is that you set up your snorkel gear ahead of time. That way you aren’t spending your retreat time in town renting snorkel gear (that is ok if you need to - can be fun too) Have your mask, snorkel and fins ready - fins are recommended for extra safety in Hawaiian waters.

Insurance:

We recommend our guests to purchase Travel Health Insurance. We will ensure your stay is peaceful, safe, and lovingly guided, however it is wise that should you need immediate attention you have insurance for your own personal well being.

Registration, Cancelation and Refund Policy: 
Please note that the deposit reserves the room and is non-refundable. In certain cases Jaya Lakshmi will offer to transfer the deposit to a future retreat or refund it fully if the room is reserved by another person. 

For payments made in addition to the deposit: 


If you cancel more than 120 days before your retreat start date, 100% of your payment will be refunded.

If you cancel 119 – 70 days before your retreat start date, 75% of your payment will be refunded.  

If you cancel 30 – 69 days before your retreat start date, 50% of your payment will be refunded.  

If you cancel 29 days or less before your retreat start date, you can apply 30% of your payment to another retreat.  


Hope you can join us!!

Available Packages

Standard Shared Room w/ Friend or Family

Standard = Downstairs Hale Rooms ‘Garden Rooms’: Shared bath and partial ocean view, in the main building. 

Select this package if you want to split a room with a friend or relative. 

Each room has one queen bed and 1 twin bed. (Sleeps max 3)

$1800 per person.


$1,800
Deposit:$500
Deluxe Shared Room w/Friend or Family

Deluxe = Upstairs Hale Rooms and Cottages: Private Bath, Ocean and tropical views. 

Select this package if you want to split a room with a friend or relative. Each room has one queen bed and one twin bed.  (Sleeps 3 max)

$2000 per person.

$2,000
Deposit:$500
Standard Single Room

Standard = Downstairs Hale Rooms ‘Garden Rooms’: Shared bath and partial ocean view, in the main building.  Each room has one queen bed and one twin bed. $2400 per person. 


$2,400
Deposit:$500
Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe = Upstairs Hale Rooms and Cottages: Private Bath, Ocean and tropical views.

Each room has one queen bed and one twin bed.

$2600 per person

$2,600
Deposit:$500


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JL
Jaya Lakshmi
23 reviews
Jaya Lakshmi has led spiritual yoga-based adventure retreats since 2011. She is well known for her music career of 30 years, which has produced over 19 albums in the genres of mantra music, singer-songwriter and electronica. In addition to offering sacred music and ceremony at retreats, she is also a certified Sattva Yoga Teacher (Rishikesh, India) and has an extensive background of yoga training and experience.

Reviews

Epic retreat in a magical location with the most lovely Divine guide Jaya Lakshmi! I feel grateful and blessed to have attended. Thank you very much!
By Tara A for 6 Day Goddess Mantra Vocal Empowerment and Yoga Retreat for Women on May 25, 2024
I absolutely love my retreat with Jaya Lakshmi. Primarily I wanted to go on a personal Retreat to have time to unwind, to activate my voice to consider if I wanted to further that path and to be in nature. All of that was addressed and we had a great balance between nature hikes, daily yoga, daily singing together, fabulous group conversations with really wonderful participants, a colorful array of brilliant people. The accommodation was beautiful and the food was fantastic. Jaya Lakshmi has such a gentle humble way of guiding groups that even group leaders like myself felt gently held and nurtured. I came back rejuvenated, clear in my intentions that I had been pondering. I can highly recommend going on a trip with Jaya Lakshmi wherever she may lead a retreat. And if you're interested in participating an experiencing and devotional singing she is the go-to person. She magically transforms the air around her and many a times we had tears streaming down or faces.
By Ilona S for 6 Day Goddess Mantra Vocal Empowerment and Yoga Retreat for Women on May 23, 2024
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Jaya Lakshmi is a very talented and skilled host. She created a container of playful support for us all. The music was magical as we all sang together supported by Lakshmi's outstanding voice. The daily yoga, fueled by reflections on a goddess transported me into liminal space. So glad I participated in this retreat.
By Abby S for 6 Day Goddess Mantra Vocal Empowerment and Yoga Retreat for Women on May 21, 2024
Gracious and spacious! I had three intentions coming into this retreat: I wanted to coax the song in my heart to return, I wanted to feel good in my body, and I wanted to have time and space to process grief after my dad’s recent death. My intentions were met and my expectations were exceeded. Chanting mantras and singing together reignited my love of devotional singing practices. Gentle hiking, morning yoga, and swims in the river made my body feel loved, vigorous, and deeply alive. There was plenty of flexibility in the schedule. I had time to take a vigorous hike or just relax by the pool. Lakshmi is a gracious host, a devoted seeker, and a genuine and kind human being. The women in our group ranged from ages 32-66, with various characters and strong personalities. Everyone was so kind and supportive of one another. And the food was delicious! I highly recommend this retreat to anyone who seeks strength in sisterhood and solace in song.
By Kimberly Clare S for 6 Day Goddess Mantra Vocal Empowerment and Yoga Retreat for Women on May 20, 2024
Kimberly thank you so much for the review! It was so awesome to get to know you and I'm so happy that the retreat was good for you. And thanks for bringing you ukelele! You inspired me to get one. Keep writing and sharing your precious songs :) Hope to connect more in the future.
By Jaya Lakshmi on May 20, 2024
JL
Lakshmi creates such a beautiful container for women to feel safe, comfortable, nourished, and celebrated. Everything about the retreat is nurturing. A great community of women with diverse backgrounds, all united in sharing sacred time. Delicious gourmet vegetarian food, comfortable accommodations, hiking/outdoor adventures ,singing, laughter, chanting, teachings. A perfect gathering to replenish and rejoice in a warm community of inspiring women. This was my 3rd Goddess Retreat with Lakshmi. Each one is unique and memorable. If any part of the description captures your interest, go!
By Jill S for 6 Day Goddess Mantra Vocal Empowerment and Yoga Retreat for Women on May 17, 2024
Thank you Jill! It has been such a great pleasure to have you & Gabriel on the retreats and wonderful to have the opportunity to get to know you more. I'm so grateful you have returned and hope to see you again next year!
By Jaya Lakshmi on May 17, 2024
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10 days ago I went on the most amazing retreat in Sedona.. I went with the intention of finding the inner strength and clarity much needed for day to day living. I was in a difficult space -- and intuitively I knew I needed the strength that can only be arrived in knowing myself by means of inner stillness and having the support of strong women around me.. Lakshmi, in this goddess retreat provides a unique experience of yoga meditation hiking amazing vegan gf food food loving camaraderie with women having similar spiritual mindsets. ( That said even if one would arrive here not having explored a spiritual path, one would feel completely comfortable here and accepted ). Each day we went deeper and deeper exploring our inner being...the Goddesses within..morning breathing exercises and yoga were phenomenal. Having prepared our mind and body, the daily hikes were *that*much more beautiful. On the second day, most memorable to me, was a rewarding beautiful double rainbow coupled with a cleansing sprinkles of rain - on my birthday. (Side note: These beautiful women gave the most beautiful bday with a warm group hug, singing and a surprise cake. I was so touched. Felt so connected!) Even 2 weeks afterwards, I feel the calm, the strength. Now back in trials of daily living and it's challenges, I see I am wise - I see and reach for the goddess warrior in me. I never imagined this retreat would have such an impact. I look at the world differently... Like a droplet of water on a leaf... Attached but detached... Thank you Lakshmi... The healing that you provide has been profound.
By Ranjani R on 25 Oct, 2022
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10 days ago I went on the most amazing retreat in Sedona.. I went with the intention of finding the inner strength and clarity much needed for day to day living. I was in a difficult space -- and intuitively I knew I needed the strength that can only be arrived in knowing myself by means of inner stillness and having the support of strong women around me.. Lakshmi, in this goddess retreat provides a unique experience of yoga meditation hiking amazing vegan gf food food loving camaraderie with women having similar spiritual mindsets. ( That said even if one would arrive here not having explored a spiritual path, one would feel completely comfortable here and accepted ). Each day we went deeper and deeper exploring our inner being...the Goddesses within..morning breathing exercises and yoga were phenomenal. Having prepared our mind and body, the daily hikes were *that*much more beautiful. On the second day, most memorable to me, was a rewarding beautiful double rainbow coupled with a cleansing sprinkles of rain - on my birthday. (Side note: These beautiful women gave the most beautiful bday with a warm group hug, singing and a surprise cake. I was so touched. Felt so connected!) Even 2 weeks afterwards, I feel calm. Now back in trials of daily living and it's challenges, I see I am strong - I see and reach for the goddess warrior in me. I never imagined this retreat would have such an impact. I look at the world differently... Like a droplet of water on a leaf... Attached but detached... Thank you Lakshmi... The healing that you provide has been profound.
By ranjani r on 25 Oct, 2022
I really enjoyed Jaya Lakshmi‘s women’s retreat. The schedule was lovely, our nature outings were epic, singing and doing yoga together with her was amazing, and the food was incredible. This retreat cleared away some depression I was feeling and left me feeling relaxed and renewed. I am so happy I made the choice to attend and will do so again.
By Signa C on 21 Oct, 2022