Melt into pure luxury on a yoga retreat in Egypt.
Yoga Retreat in Egypt on the Red Sea | November 2023
23–30 November 2023
Our yoga retreat in Egypt is the perfect winter escape to a gorgeous white sandy beach, yoga by the sea, sailing and snorkeling, day trips to pharaoh tombs and ancient Egyptian sites, and a healthy dose of delicious hummus and tabouleh! All wrapped up with the most wonderful service and attention to detail by our Egyptian friends at the stunning 5* Kempinski Hotel on the Red Sea. This is pure luxury.
We have people joining us from all over the world, solo travelers and all yoga levels are welcome, from beginners to more advanced. Our yoga teacher Liz Joubert will modify classes so you can practice at our own pace. And the weather at the end of November is perfect – warm and sunny for swims in the sea and dips in the pool, but not too hot so we can still practice yoga outdoors on our yoga terrace.
Come discover Egypt with us and enjoy a week of warm sunshine on a relaxing beach, with an added dose of culture and history to stimulate the senses – we’ll be there to take care of all the logistics so you don’t have to worry about a thing!
Egypt Yoga Retreat
Highlights
- Yoga twice a day by the sea
- The #1 hotel on the Red Sea
- Large seaview rooms
- Lots of sunshine
- Long white sandy beaches
- Delicious meals
- The best spa in Egypt
- Sailing, snorkeling, diving
- A friendly easygoing group
- No rules on food and drinks
- Plenty of time to unwind
- Personal service with two reps
Egypt Yoga Retreat Highlights
- Yoga twice a day by the sea
- The #1 hotel on the Red Sea
- Large seaview rooms
- Lots of sunshine
- Long white sandy beaches
- Delicious meals
- The best spa in Egypt
- Sailing, snorkeling, diving
- A friendly easygoing group
- No rules on food and drinks
- Plenty of time to unwind
- Personal service with two reps
What to expect
We’ve found the most exclusive beach location on the Red Sea to host our yoga retreat in Egypt. Soma Bay is the ideal setting – a beautiful 5* resort on a gorgeous beach with a natural laid-back feel.
There’s peace and tranquility, we’ll spend time relaxing on the beach, we’ll practice yoga on a covered terrace just steps from the sea, splurge on spa treatments and enjoy delicious meals. And for the more adventurous – we’ll visit Luxor and the Valley of the Kings on a day trip, a must see! As well as several other breathtaking ancient Egyptian sites nearby.
We’ll have dinners together and do some things as a group, and we’ll plan day trips and excursions, but we know that solo-time is important to recharge and relax, so we always allow for that space.
To book our luxury yoga retreat in Egypt, contact Laura:
Prices
23-30 November 2023:
Sea View rooms:
Shared room per person: GBP £2000
Single-occupancy room: GBP £2350
We also have a limited number of Resort View rooms available at a slightly lower price, contact us for details and prices.
Deposit: 30% to secure your place
Balance due: 90 days prior to start of the retreat
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Price includes:
- Morning 1.5 hr Vinyasa classes
- Afternoon 1 hr Yin yoga classes
- 7 nights at the 5* Kempinski hotel
- Spacious seaview rooms
- Full buffet breakfast / brunch
- Fitness classes
- Wi-fi throughout the hotel
- Private beach with sunbeds
- Sauna, steamroom, jacuzzi, gym
- Rep on site to plan trips and dinners
Price includes
- Morning 1.5 hr Vinyasa classes
- Afternoon 1 hr Yin yoga classes
- 7 nights at the 5* Kempinski hotel
- Spacious seaview rooms
- Full buffet breakfast / brunch
- Fitness classes
- Wi-fi throughout the hotel
- Private beach with sunbeds
- Sauna, steamroom, jacuzzi, gym
- Rep on site to plan trips and dinners
Luxury Accommodation
5* Kempinski Hotel
Our yoga retreat in Egypt will take place at the stunning 5* Kempinski Hotel – if you’re looking for absolute luxury, this is it. The Kempinski Hotel was voted the #1 hotel on the Red Sea and is unanimously considered to be the most high-end hotel in the region.
It resembles an ancient Moorish fortress, mixing contemporary European and Egyptian styles. It has a stunning entrance, and a series of pools, lagoons and waterfalls flowing down to a white sandy beach. The hotel’s customer service is full of warm Egyptian hospitality, and the feeling of peace is heavenly.
We’ll stay in large modern rooms with private balconies and lovely views of the Red Sea. Internet is included, as is free access to the gym, sauna, steamroom, jacuzzi and health club pool.
There’s also beach volleyball, guided snorkeling trips, aqua-gym, intro classes to golf and tennis, a cooking class and several boat trips.
Local Cuisine
Soma Bay has many dining options and we’ll have a chance to explore various restaurants and cuisines during the yoga retreat. The Kempinski hotel has several restaurants, including a pan-Asian restaurant, and a traditional Egyptian restaurant.
Egyptian food is full of healthy delicious veggies, with a variety of fish and meat dishes, as well as casseroles made with grains, pulses, and vegetables. We don’t have any restrictions on food and drinks, so this is a great way to experience the delicious local cuisine and immerse yourself in the culture.
The restaurants also offer western-style choices and a Mediterranean diet for those who prefer not to venture into unknown food territory! There are plenty of options for vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free, or if you have a specific dietary need. As well as some nice wines.
The buffet breakfast / brunch is included in the price. We purposefully didn’t include snacks and dinners so everyone can decide what they like to eat and spend accordingly, rather than have pre-set dinners at the hotel. You only pay for what you eat and drink, there are many nice restaurants and they’re very reasonably priced. We’ll plan a group dinner each night for those who would like to join, or you can dine separately, up to you.
Where we are going
Where is the yoga retreat located?
Our yoga retreat in Egypt is located in the exclusive upscale resort of Soma Bay, on the Red Sea (see Soma Bay on a map), just 30 minutes south of Hurghada, but without all the crowds.
Soma Bay is not touristy and you won’t find package holidays groups – just people in the know, enjoying a break in a peaceful place.
The 5* Kempinski hotel is on a peaceful quiet beach, with all the charm of local Egyptian culture, and all the modern necessities to make this a truly luxurious escape.
And we’ll be there to show you around, take care of everything, organize dinners and activities, and offer you an unforgettable experience!
There are direct flights to Hurghada Airport from several international cities.
About Soma Bay and the Red Sea
Soma Bay is relaxing and beautiful with sunshine year-round. It’s the most exclusive beach resort on the Red Sea, still unspoiled by mass tourism, and the perfect destination for a week of yoga, beach and relaxation.
You’ll find some of the most beautiful sandy beaches on the Red Sea, and the peninsula is surrounded on three sides by gorgeous blue water. It has the best spa in Egypt and offers plenty of activities from sailing, diving and snorkeling, kitesurfing and golfing – all right near our 5* hotel.
The resort also offers delicious restaurants and stylish cafés, to beach BBQs and seaside bars. It also has one of the premier yachting marinas in Egypt, with peaceful alleys, courtyards, and boutique shops.
To find out more information about this beautiful resort, visit the Soma Bay website.
What yoga means to us
Yoga is at the heart of our retreat, and we offer the real deal. You’ll definitely get a good workout, but the goal of the physical practice is to challenge you physically so you can begin to let go and quiet the mind. That’s what yoga is all about – calming the mind. And that’s what we teach on our yoga retreat. You will feel re-energized and restored both physically and mentally.
Vinyasa Yoga and Yin Yoga
We offer two yoga classes a day on our yoga retreat in Egypt: an active morning Vinyasa flow class to get you going, and a slower Yin class in the afternoons. Both classes are suitable for all levels.
Your yoga teacher and host
Liz Joubert
Liz will teach two yoga classes on our yoga retreat in Egypt – an invigorating Vinyasa flow class in the morning and a slower Yin yoga class in the afternoon. She will challenge you but will also offer alternatives for each pose, so you can practice at your own pace, and join the yoga retreat even if you’ve never tried yoga before.
Laura will also be with there to make sure everything runs smoothly and to make sure you have a wonderful yoga week!
Find out more about our team: Meet the Team
A Typical Day
We’ll practice yoga twice a day, go snorkeling, and get pampered at the spa:
Activities & Excursions
There’s plenty to do in between yoga classes:
The dive center is one of the most well-equipped in Egypt, on a house reef packed with marine life, and just steps from our hotel.
Kitesurfing, windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling – there are many water sports, and an ideal place to learn.
The Kempinski Hotel has a squash court and four tennis courts for those of you with extra energy.
Soma Bay’s golf course has been ranked the #1 golf course in the world outside of Europe – surrounded by beautiful sea.
The Cascades Spa has been voted the best in Egypt, with superb facial treatments, massages, and a thalasso-circuit.
Explore the Red Sea on a boat trip, wander the spice markets and boutique shops, or take an excursion to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings.
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What people are saying
““It was wonderful to get to spend last week with all of you. Great company, gorgeous weather, fab yoga…what a great way to remind myself of how brilliant holidays are. I’ve really been missing out!” Lisa, London
Getting to Egypt
Plan to arrive at some point on the 23 November 2023, we’ll have dinner together as a group to meet each other, and yoga classes will start the next morning. The last class will be on the morning of the 30 November and people will leave throughout the day. You can use the hotel facilities, beach, spa, pool etc. if your flight is in the evening. If you wish to arrive earlier or stay longer, please let us know, we can help arrange that with the hotel.
By Air:
Fly to Hurghada International Airport, either direct from many European cities, or through Cairo. Easyjet has a direct flight to Hurghada from London Gatwick and several other cities. Several other European airlines have direct flights as well.
The Kempinski Hotel is located 40 minutes from the airport. We can help arrange private car transfers from the airport to the hotel and back, as well as help arrange visas on arrival at the airport.
Additional security notes from the Kempinski Hotel in Soma Bay:
Soma Bay is a closed resort compound with its own private security and a separate entrance with closed gates. It is very peaceful and a very safe resort, guarded 24 hours a day.
Kempinski Hotel: the Kempinski Hotel in Soma Bay also has a private set of gates at the hotel entrance with an additional security check point.
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