MOUNTAINS + MYTHS
SRI LANKA YOGA RETREAT
OCTOBER 4-11, 2025
Sri Lanka is blessed with breathtaking natural beauty, from lush rainforests and mountain ranges to tea plantations and hidden waterfalls.
It offers a depth of beauty and spirituality like no other.
This island nation provides an idyllic back drop to delight the senses with yoga asana and meditation practices steeped in mythological story and movement.
Experience Sri Lankan culture, cuisine amongst beautiful mountains for an unforgettable yoga retreat experience.
Join Sara for an unforgettable 7-day luxury yoga retreat in the cultural center of Sri Lanka.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, surrounded by lush mountains and tea plantations, not to mention the serenity of Rukgala, our retreat home on the shores of Lake Victoria.
Enjoy optional hikes to tucked away waterfalls and mountain peaks or stay put and soak up the surrounds of our boutique retreat. Discover ancient Buddhist caves on foot and travel like a local by train and tuk-tuk!
With 360-degree views of the mountains and a breathtaking open-air yoga Shala to enrich your practice, you will feel worlds away but ever present to experience tranquility and connection in this island paradise.
Mountains + Myths: Sri Lanka Retreat Inclusions
Exclusive use of our luxurious retreat venue Rukgala for 7 days + nights in the Knuckle Mountains;
Daily slow flow, meditation and restorative asana in a purpose built outdoor yoga shala (with yoga props);
Nourishing plant-based Sri Lankan brunch + dinner;
Daily king coconuts post morning practice;
Unlimited teas and organic coffee; herbal teas on request
A tuk-tuk excursion to explore the cultural hub of Kandy, visiting markets and tea houses
Traditional Sri Lankan Cooking Class with our private in-house chef
Retreat Goodie Bag
Group transfer from the airport to the retreat venue via car - with specific arrival times
Travel by train through Sri Lanka from Kandy to Colombo upon our departure from the retreat
Plus ample free time to relax and unwind by the pool, enjoy fresh local gourmet produce, and immerse in nature
Retreat Exclusions
Return flights to Colombo, allow $900 - $1300 per person
Visas
Travel Insurance (Essential)
Laundry
Snacks + Alchohol
Optional excursions
The Yoga Shala
A purpose-built outdoor yoga Shala sits on the grounds of Rukgala offering ample space for practice; nature provides a beautiful outlook along with a symphony of sound for a deeper connection whilst we practice.
We’ll meet twice a day for yoga asana and meditation practices. Morning practices will be fluid, a moving mythology where we move through the stories of Hanuman, Ram, Sita and many more…locally sourced king coconuts will be served post practice!
In the evening we’ll wind down with a quiet and introspective practice, enjoying deep rest accompanied by more storytelling and yoga Nidra to set you up for sleep!
And it wouldn’t be a Bloom retreat if there weren’t ample props! This beautiful Shala is fully equipped with mats, blocks, belts and bolsters so we can be fully supported in our practices together!
‘Ruk’ is built out of an old house that had sat empty for several years, rather than knock it down, it was lovingly re-fashioned to become a beautiful boutique ‘hotel’.
There are comfortable chill-out spaces around Ruk that allow for quiet time and reflection.
The Top House has a little reading room that opens out to the deck with great views (a really nice place to be in the early morning). The deck itself serves as probably the main spot for eating, drinking and generally hanging out.
The Garden Cottage has a quiet sitting room that opens quite beautifully out to views of the tops of palm trees and the lake.
Although the Top House Rooms and Garden Cottage rooms are a little different, they are the same in terms of value and are priced the same ~ so first in, best dressed!
Luxury Yoga Retreat Accomodation
Room for Four
A single bed in a spacious quad/family room with shared ensuite bathroom and a private balcony overlooking Lake Victoria
Air Conditioned + Ceiling Fan
Book the room as a group of 4 and save $100 each
$2298 per person • $600 Deposit
Room for Two
A Shared Room with Two Singles or Queen bed (for couples) with ensuite bathroom with views of the Garden or looking out over Lake Victoria.
Air Conditioned
$2698 per person • $600 Deposit
Room for One
A Private Room with a Queen bed and your own ensuite bathroom with a private deck and stunning views of the Lake and mountains.
Air Conditioned + Ceiling Fan
$2998 • $600 Deposit
Room for Three
A single bed in a triple room with mezzanine. The mezzanine offers panoramic views while the room itself opens out to a private garden. There’s a spacious shared ensuite bathroom
Air Conditioned
$2498 • $600 Deposit
Must be booked as a group of three
Meet Your Retreat Host
Sara Evans ~ Senior Yoga Teacher
Sara has lovingly guided students into their bodies through yoga asana for more than 15 years. She brings both warmth and wisdom to all of her classes; cleverly weaving philosophy, the use of yoga props and her one-of-a-kind humour to give a grounding and yet open-hearted experience for all practitioners.
More than a yoga teacher, Sara is an intrepid world traveller! Having explored many corners of this big wide world, Sara first travelled to Sri Lanka with her husband and son in 2009, it was here that her son celebrated his first birthday and a few days later where he learned to crawl!
In fact it was whilst practicing yoga in Sri Lanka that Sara made the decision to undertake the study of yoga upon her return to Perth - which she did in March of 2009!
Sri Lanka is a delight to the senses: sights, smells and tastes abound! This country is not only rich in it’s culture and culinary delights, but it’s people make you feel as though this your home - and trust me when I say you will have a hard time leaving!
I can’t wait to experience Sri Lanka with you!