Our first retreat at Alladale was the highlight of last summer! The breathtaking beauty of the land, inspiring rewilding to behold, gorgeous yoga space, delicious food, dreamy lodging and incredible Scottish hospitality exceeded every expectation. Our first Yogaway in Scotland group had an epic experience! I felt a tug at my heart strings the moment we left, and knew that Yogaway would be returning as soon as possible. It is rare for me to run the same international retreat two years in a row, but this is the special kind of place for which exceptions are made. I have also added a night to the retreat, as we all wished for more time to soak in the magic last year.

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OVERVIEW & DAILY RHYTHM

 

Alladale Wilderness Reserve is located deep in the Scottish Highlands - 23,000 acres of wonder and beauty about 90 minutes from Inverness Airport. Set within majestic mountains, deep glens, high lochs and two rivers, their beautiful lodges offer unparalleled experiences that allow you to unwind in a space more akin to a grand home than a hotel. Their dedicated hospitality and ranger teams are devoted to helping their guests fully experience this magical place on Earth.

For the past twenty years, the stewards of this epic land have worked tirelessly on conservation and rewilding, which are crucial efforts across Scotland and the entire globe. Over the last two decades at Alladale, a million trees have been planted, damaged peatlands repaired, the native red squirrel reintroduced, and the Scottish wildcat protected against extinction. They are a fully sustainable, zero waste property working hard every day to protect the land. Did I mention that Alladale home to a happy, roaming herd of Highland cows ("coos" in Scottish)?! Our stay at Alladale will directly contribute to ALL of these efforts and more!

A highly sought-after destination for folks from all over the globe, Alladale hosts only a few yoga retreats per year; I feel so fortunate to have secured these fantastic August dates! There will be a maximum of 18 folks on this retreat. Our days will feature two daily yoga practices in Alladale's new and gorgeous Willow Centre*, a fully-equipped yoga lodge with giant windows and beautiful views. Each day we will dive deeper into our theme of rewilding as we move, rest, celebrate life and immerse into quietude so we can listen to our deepest innate knowing. We will savor locally sourced omnivore meals together in the main lodge (much of the produce is grown in the reserve's hydroponic gardens at Alladale), prepared by the talented on-site chef. Dietary restrictions will be deliciously accommodated.

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*Please note: The Willow Centre (yoga space) is a 10-15 minute walk from the main lodge, uphill on the way back. It's a nice dose of daily cardio that we enjoyed last year!

 

During our free time, the options are endless! You could head out for a walk, hike, bike ride or even a cold plunge (hiking gear and bikes will be available to us). Or, book a specialty ranger-guided experience, enjoy the sauna, play a game of snooker, catch up with friends, or find a beautiful spot to rest and enjoy a good book. Last year we had some great hangs by the fire on chillier days. I plan to book a massage therapist for at least one of our open days, so that will probably be an option as well. This will be a time to rejuvenate, rewild, and inspire our hearts, minds and bodies - in the embrace of community.​

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INCLUDED EXCURSIONS 

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1. Expert ranger-guided vehicle tour of the reserve, during which we will venture through Alladale’s reforested glens, soak up the stunning views and keep our eyes out for wildlife. This is not your generic tourist outing, but rather an exhilarating adventure into the breathtaking wilds of the Highlands. This will take place early in the retreat to introduce you to the landscapes and wildlife of our vast and wondrous home from the week, and help you plan your further adventures! It is an epic, unique and eye-opening experience.

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2. Specially curated full-day Highlands excursion to explore beyond the gates of Alladale, with historical and cultural elements. This will take place later in the week - I am putting the plans together with the same wonderful transportation partner with whom we worked last year.

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TRAVEL

 

• Keep in mind that those traveling from the United States will most likely depart from the U.S. on the night of July 31 to arrive in Scotland on August 1.

• Precise travel guidance, such as the appropriate windows of time for arrival and departure, will be sent to you after registration. 

• General overview: Please plan to fly into Inverness Aiport (airport code: INV), or if you are traveling in the UK before the retreat you can choose to take a train or taxi to the Inverness train station. From there I will arrange your transportation to Alladale, and your return transportation the airport or train station at the end of the retreat. Those transfers are included in your retreat cost.

• Side note: if you happen to have a rental car and prefer to drive yourself directly to Alladale, you are welcome to do so!

• Please be sure that your passport is valid through the entirety of your stay, with at least one blank page.

• Beginning in 2025, visitors to the U.K. from the United States and most other countries will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), which you can apply for online and costs about $13.
   

LODGING

 

We are lucky to have full use of both:

 

1. Alladale Lodge - the grand, elegantly restored Victorian sporting lodge perched at the center of Alladale with six unique bedrooms upstairs (each with a private en suite bathroom) and our common gathering and dining spaces downstairs.

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2. Eagle's Crag, a charming and luxurious three bedroom lodge (all with private en suite bathrooms) located in the valley about one mile away from the lodge (transportation between lodges will be provided by Alladale a few times throughout the day, or you can enjoy the journey as a stunning 20-25 minute walk).

 

Comfort, serenity and amazing views await you wherever you stay!

 

Please note:

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1. There is one triple occupancy room available in each lodge; the triple in the main lodge includes two twin beds and one sofa bed, the latter of which is not as cushiony as a regular mattress. The triple in Eagle's Crag has a twin bed for each person.

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2. IMPORTANT: You may secure a double occupancy spot with or without a roommate (Checka will pair you up if you are not registering with someone). You may request a triple occupancy spot upon booking without registering with roommates, but we cannot guarantee that we can house you with two other folks. We will do our best! However if you end up with one roommate, you will be responsible for the double occupancy price (in large double).*

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3. All rooms can be set up with either a king bed or separate twins.

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4. Please be sure to specify which lodge and room type you prefer when registering; all rooms are first come first served.

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PRICING (all prices are per person)

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• Triple occupancy* (only Rowan Room in Alladale Lodge or large upstairs loft in Eagle's Crag) - $3495 pp
  *please see #2 above for triple booking policy
   

• Double Occupancy in smaller double room - $3795 pp
   

• Double Occupancy in larger double room - $3995 pp
   

• Single Occupancy room - $4595 pp

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REGISTRATION & PAYMENT SCHEDULE

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Are you ready to commit to this wonderful journey?! To register, please email Checka at info@yogawayretreats.com to request your room type, and indicate if you are registering with roommates. A $600 deposit will confirm your spot, with equal remaining payments due on February 15 and April 15. Electronic invoices for each will be provided. All deposits and payments are non-refundable.

 

 

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TRAVEL INSURANCE​​​
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Protecting your health and financial investment is important; travel insurance is very highly encouraged for all. Yogaway Retreats recommends and partners with Wanderwell due to their excellent customer service and commitment to environmental responsibility as a Certified B Corp, 1% for the Planet business member, and Transformational Travel Council ALLY.​

QUICK SUMMARY

 

 

 

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I would love to answer any questions you may have about this trip. I am so excited to share this journey to the heart of nature - it is will be a special one for sure! Please reach out any time, and hope to see you in Scotland!