My Top 6 Yoga Retreat Picks in Croatia
Best Yoga Retreats in Croatia
Croatia, with its 1200+ islands, stunning coastlines, charming medieval villages, and its Game of Thrones fame, offers incredible yoga retreats. Its beaches and rich heritage make it a popular wellness holiday destination.
The country’s diverse landscapes provide perfect settings for mountain-top meditations and yoga sessions by the Adriatic Sea. Notable locations for yoga retreats include Dubrovnik, Split, Hvar Island, and Brac Island.
Choosing a retreat can be overwhelming, especially with options like private yacht retreats around beautiful islands. Here are my top recommendations for yoga retreats in Croatia. Always check real reviews on bookyogaretreats.com before booking.
1. Yoga and Meditation Holiday @ Hvar Yoga Retreats, Hvar Island
Unwind with yoga, sightseeing, and great company on Hvar Island. Hvar Yoga Retreats in Basina bay offers a week of relaxation near the Adriatic Sea. Enjoy daily hatha yoga and restorative yoga sessions led by experienced teachers trained in India. Explore medieval towns, beaches, and nature spots, with optional massage therapies. Stay at Maya House with sea-view apartments and enjoy vegetarian or vegan meals.
2. Yoga and Sailing Escape @ Yoga Sailing Holidays, Split – Dubrovnik
Combine island hopping with yoga on a private yacht. Yoga Sailing Holidays lets you sail from Split or Dubrovnik on a 48ft Beneteau sailboat with two ensuite cabins. The yoga sessions, led by Donna, cover Hatha, Vinyasa, and Yin yoga. Enjoy vegan meals on board and explore islands by foot or scooter. Breakfasts and lunches are included, while dinners are ashore.
3. Holistic Lifestyle Yoga Retreat @ Suncrokret, Hvar Island
Join Suncokret’s 7-day holistic yoga lifestyle program on Hvar Island. This retreat includes hatha, vinyasa, kundalini, and chakra yoga, along with chanting, pranayama, and meditation. Enjoy daily deep-dive sessions on yoga and holistic topics, cultural outings, and a cooking workshop. Stay in a rustic Dalmatian farm cottage and enjoy organic vegetarian meals.
4. Private Immune-Boosting Yoga Retreat @ Maya Yoga House, Tuhelj, Zagorje Hills
For a tailored wellness holiday, consider a private immune-boosting yoga retreat. In the peaceful Zagorje hills, Maja offers hatha yoga, yoga nidra, and Ayurvedic fire healing rituals. Enjoy private accommodation with organic meals. Maya Yoga House also hosts various retreats throughout the summer.
5. Yoga, Meditation, and Dance Retreat @ Sub-Art Yoga, Ražanj, Dalmatian Coast
Reconnect through dance and yoga at Sub-Art Yoga. Iva combines vinyasa yoga, tai chi, hip-hop, and afro-dance with traditional yogic practices. Stay in Ražanj village, accessible from Split airport, with nearby historical sites. Accommodation is on a self-catering or half-board basis. Sub Art Yoga offers various retreats during the summer.
6. Tantra and Yoga Camping Retreat @ Into Flow, Brač Island
Experience eco-camping on Brač Island with yoga and tantric philosophy. Hosts Judith and Lettemieke guide you through Hatha, Yin, and partner yoga. Explore the island through hiking, swimming, and diving. This retreat is perfect for nature lovers seeking a heart-led experience.