Majestic mountains, secluded Mediterranean beaches… Mallorca’s healing landscapes and sunny disposition make for an idyllic yoga retreat setting. Flow into your practice with five of the best retreats on the largest of Spain’s Balearic Islands.
Breathspiration Yoga in Mallorca (Photo via Book Yoga Retreats)
From pristine waterfront resorts, villas perched high in the hills, or rustic fincas (traditional Spanish ranches), Mallorca has no shortage of sun-kissed secret nooks and crannies in which to deepen your yoga practice and reconnect body and spirit to nature. Here, you can expect blue skies with cooler evenings even in the low season from November to February. Enjoy a unique moment of self-care and community with one of these five yoga retreats in an island paradise.
7-Day Ascend Yoga Immersion in Sóller with Asana, Pranayama, Sadhana, Yin & Nidra
Twisting in Sóller (Photo via Book Yoga Retreats)
French yoga teacher and professional dancer Maeva Boldron invites you to share her practice in this vast 16th-century Mallorcan finca nestled in the ‘Golden Valley’ region of Sóller, in the Tramuntana foothills surrounded by citrus farms and olive groves. Challenging morning flows in the open-air shala are balanced with evening yoga nidra to improve sleep, yin, kirtan chanting, and discussions of yoga philosophy. Free time may be enjoyed exploring the town with its stunning Plaza de la Constitución and San Bartomeu cathedral, pampering yoga muscles with a spa treatment, or making the most of the beach on kayak or horseback. From US$1,539 / 7 days
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5-Day Mindful and Healing Yoga with Beach Activities in Idyllic South Mallorca
OhmSarai yoga center in South Mallorca (Photo via Book Yoga Retreats)
Connect with the spiritual energy of Mallorca at the Colonia de Sant Jordi to the southeast of the island, just a short distance from Es Port, Es Dolç, Es Carbó, Es Marqués and other hidden beach spots, with a view of Cabrera island. Instructor Zoe Sarai takes a caring, holistic approach, with a mix of one-on-one and group sessions for beach meditation, hatha yoga (ideal for beginners), dance and energy work on the seaview terrace, and sound and chakra healing. The OhmSarai retreat center honors the community that yoga creates, with meals cooked and prepared together in the spacious villa’s al fresco kitchen, overlooking the pool. From US$792 / 5 days
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5-Day ‘Nourish’ Yoga & Hiking Retreat in Mallorca
Yin yoga in the Tramuntana Mountains (Photo via Book Retreats)
Secreted away in a beautifully renovated guest house in Fornalutx – often voted the ‘prettiest village in Spain’ – this small group experience (a maximum of 8 participants) in the Tramuntana Mountains combines gentle flow, massage, meditation, and invigorating hikes through nature. The twice daily yoga classes with experienced teacher Lisa take place with a backdrop of panoramic mountain views, while hiking guide Jonas will lead you confidently through treks such as the Barranc de Sóller (with an optional chilly dip). Your remaining time will consist of trips to the nearby Puerto de Sóller for sunbasking or a swim, a healing sound bath, and enjoying wholesome vegetarian brunches and dinners cooked by the in-house chef. From US$1,278 / 5 days
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7-Day Yoga Sailing Trip on a Catamaran Around the Island of Mallorca
Yoga in secret coves accessible by boat (Photo by Canvida Yoga via Book Yoga Retreats)
Keen to see more of the island while still meeting your daily sun salutation quota? This weeklong adventure around the island will begin in the town of Andratx, where you will be served a detox juice as you board and prepare for a unique sailing trip to discover some of Mallorca’s most blissful secret beaches and coves. Yogaconsailing’s main catamaran has a spacious yoga deck for two daily classes led by Irene, but you may also cast anchor at each location to take advantage of kayaks, SUP paddle board yoga or simply diving into the clear Mediterranean waters. The on-board chef Mercè will delight and surprise with vegetarian creations made with ingredients from the Santa Catalina market and other organic suppliers on the island. From US$2,164 / 7 days
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4-Day Private Yoga Retreat in Sustainable Off-the-Grid Project in Mallorca
Kairos Yoga Retreat (Photo via Book Yoga Retreats)
The Kairos Project’s eco-friendly, self-sustaining property at the heart of island offers an opportunity to deepen your yoga practice in nature without a negative impact on the surrounding environment. At this unique Spanish finca in the central Mallorcan village of Costitx, all energy is off the grid, garden-to-table food is locally sourced (with healthy smoothies served for dinner in order to allow the digestive system to regenerate) and the pool is a true living pool, completely organic and free from chemicals. Lounge in hammocks or book a massage in between classes led by Mallorca-native yogini Mango. From US$1,254 / 4 days
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