General FAQ info

WHAT'S INCLUDED

- 2 yoga classes per day (except first and last day when there is 1).
- Some retreats have free time on Weds evening (no class) with an optional cookery workshop.
- 3 meals per day, except first day (lunch & supper) and last day (breakfast).
- On Wednesdays we serve a healthy brunch. Supper is extra: €25 per person if you opt to joinin the Creative Cuisine Workshop (co-create & eat a 3 course meal) or €15 is you wish to eat and not participate in the workshop.
- Discussion: The Healing Powers of Superfoods
- Unlimited use of the retreat facilities: plunge pool/ hydrotherapy hot spa / sauna.
- Access to our incredibly talented and world class holistic therapy team who have been hand picked for their transformative skills.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

- Flights and transfers to and from Kaliyoga Retreat
- Holistic therapies - please bring euros to pay the therapists directly
- Workshops

TRANSPORT 

 Will Kaliyoga arrange a car to collect me from the airport and take me back  - Yes. See Travel for more details. >>
Directions by car to Kaliyoga: CLICK HERE
Should I book my return taxi before I arrive? No, please book it during your stay at Kaliyoga.
Will I need to rent a car? Most of our guests feel that it is better to go sightseeing before or after staying at Kaliyoga.
Can I get to Kaliyoga by public bus? Yes
Can I get to Kaliyoga by train? A train stops in Granada, then you can continue to Orgiva either by public bus or a transfer by car (write to us at "travel@kaliyoga.com")
How do I arrange a pick-up if I'm too late for the group transfer? Please forward your flight itinerary to travel@kaliyoga.com and we will arrange a car to meet you.

DURATION OF STAY

Can I stay extra nights at Kaliyoga?

Kaliyoga retreats generally run for 6 nights from Sunday at 12am until the following Saturday 12am. We respectfully ask you not to arrive before 12 on Sunday and not to stay longer than 12 the following Saturday. This is because our cleaners need to do clean and prepare everthing for the following day's arrivals. Also, the team needs to rest in between retreats. You are welcome to stay at a lovely guest house called Casa El Jazmin, located in our local town of Orgiva (about 5 minutes by car from the retreat). It is run by a couple of friendly Spanish ladies who always take good care of our guests.

Website: http://www.casaruraljazmin.com/indexengels.html for price and availability.

If you would like to dropped off at Casa Jazmin on Saturday and collected on Sunday, please let us know when you book.

PAYMENT

Our prices are in euros, but you can pay in other currencies. It's your responsibility to calculate the equivalent amount in euros and we will notify you if there is a discrepancy.

 Methods: Bank to bank transfer, or credit card. 

If you wish to pay with a credit card but you don't have a PayPal account please ask us to send you a "payment request" and you will receive a an email from PayPal with a secure link to their online payment site.
Note: When paying by credit card we apply an additional 3% processing fee.

GUEST PROFILE

We welcome all nationalities, all ages, all shapes and sizes (not suitable for children under 12).
Those with an open, beginner's mind are especially welcome.
The balance between women & men / singles & couples varies from week to week, but generally more women than men and more solo than couples.

Typical guest age is anything between 20 and 60 (average 35-45).
Typical guest nationality: Kaliyoga guests come from all corners of the globe.

YOGA TUITION 

Language: Kaliyoga is mainly English-speaking. Spanish is spoken by some staff. Clear precise yoga instruction is in English.

Yoga classes: 2 yoga classes per day. On 6-day retreats there is usually one afternoon & evening off.
Are yoga classes suitable for beginners? - Yes, classes are suitable for all levels of yoga experience.
My partner/ friend wants to come but may not want to do yoga, is that ok? - Yes they are welcome to attend and not do the yoga classes. We only ask you to make them aware that the focus of the retreat is yoga and relaxation and our guests expect this.
Is there fresh air in the yoga studio? - Yes, the studio has large sliding doors.
Are there bugs or flies in the yoga studio? - No, the studio is fly and bug-proof.

CLIMATE

Average daytime temperatures: Spring 20C • Summer 30C • Autumn 20C • Winter 10C

FOOD 

Do you cater for special diets? Please use the travel information form to advise us of any food intolerances.
What about allergies?  Please inform us on the travel information form if you are allergic to dust, feathers, carpets, olive pollen or anything else. We will inform our housekeeper and she will adjust your room accordingly. Not much we can do about olive pollen, as we are located in an olive growing area. We recommend you consult your homeopath for a remedy before you arrive.
Will I get enough protein? - Yes, Kaliyoga's cuisine contains a balanced amount of dietary protein in vegetables, grains, seeds, legumes, nuts, avocadoes and some cheese (feta, mozzarella, goat).
Is there any meat? - No, Kaliyoga provides a 100% vegetarian menu of cooked and raw dishes.
Is there any alcohol? - No. Kaliyoga is alcohol-free and we respectfully ask you not to bring or consume alcohol on the premises. There are bars and restaurants in the local town that serve alcohol.
What about Coffee? Although we encourage you to give up coffee during your stay with us, it is not intended to be punitive and therefor coffee is available on request. No coffee on detox retreats for obvious reasons!

ILLNESS

I suffer from ME/ chronic fatigue/ I am recovering from a serious illness - is this retreat appropriate for me? A Kaliyoga retreat can be hugely beneficial to ME sufferers due to our excellent holistic practitioners and the deep relaxation you will experience whilst on retreat. But please discuss your condition with us before you book. For certain conditions, a doctor's authorization may be necessary. See Terms & Conditions

ACCOMMODATION

What's the accommodation like? - All bedrooms have comfy beds, quality bedlinen and climate control, daily room cleaning and a mid-week towel change. See Accommodation
Do bathrooms have showers or baths? - All bathrooms have showers; Two bathrooms with bath.
Can I bring my hair dryer? Yes, but please be prepared to use hairdryers on a lower heat setting, as on full power they tend to trip the fuses.

Are the teepis safe? - We are a trust based retreat centre and we do not have security issues. We are 2km from main roads. For your peace of mind there is a safe in the house where you can keep your valuables.
Are there mosquitos? - A few in summer, but there is no stagnant water and no marshland. A light repellant in the evening will usually suffice.
Are there mosquito nets in the bedrooms? - Yes
What are the teepi bathrooms like? - The main shower block is constructed from natural wood and bamboo and comprises 2 hot showers and 2 wash basins. It is located near the tipis. There is an eco compost loo nearby. Also an indoor bathroom with conventional loo, hot shower & wash basin. (about 40m from the tipis).

FREE TIME

Can I book my holistic therapies in advance of my retreat? No need. You can book these on arrival.
What are the optional afternoon activities? Holistic therapies / sauna / hot tub / horse riding/ local thermal spa/ local sightseeing trips/ mountain hiking or walking/ Sleeping / Snoozing in a hammock or Sunbathing.
Is there horse riding? There is a friendly horse ranch in Lanjaron with Andalucian horses that have been trained for riding in the mountains. English and Spanish are spoken

How far is the Mediterranean coast? The costal town of Salobrena is 30 minutes drive from Kaliyoga. Our favourite beach is Playa Cantajirran which is about 45 minutes drive from Kaliyoga, near to the town of Nerja. Please ask our manager for details.   

Where can I jog and run? There is a quiet tarmac road nearby and there is also an off-road circular route of about 4 km that is mostly farm track with a few stoney goat paths. And there is a much longer single track route that we call Silent Valley - it's about a10 km round trip and is mostly flat hard dirt with some gentle inclines.
What are the optional freetime activities? Apart from the sauna, hot tub and plunge pool you can book Holistic Spa Therapies and Extras including dancing, horse riding, guided hikes, raw chocolate workshops.

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR RETREAT

What can I do to prepare? - Some basic preparation before you come will make a big difference to the quality of your experience. We highly recommend that you make an effort to cut down on alcohol, caffeine, sugar, tobacco, red meat and dairy. You do not need to do loads of yoga before you arrive to prepare for the yoga course. You just need to have basic fitness and a beginners mind. Even if you are an experienced yogi, you will be going back to basics to remind you of what you may have forgotten.

Is there a safe place for my valuables/passport etc? Yes, the safe is accessible from 10:30 - 5:30 or a guest locker for laptops/iphones/mobiles.

What should I bring?
- in summer bring light clothing, sunglasses, UV skin protection, a wrap or shawl for meditation
- in winter be sure to bring a warm jacket and slippers and gloves and a hat for cool evenings, but also bring shorts and sandals in case it's really warm
- you don't need to bring a yoga mat, we have yoga equipment here
- you can plug your iPod into the sound system in the living room
- you can connect your laptop with our free wi-fi internet
- mobile phone reception is very good here, but we ask you to use your phone sparingly and quietly away from other guests.

What don't I need to bring?

- you don't need to bring a yoga mat, we have yoga equipment here
 - Don't bring a hair dryer (please!) as they use up a huge amount of electricity and tend to trip the fuses.
- You don't need to bring a travelling iron as we have an ironing board.
- You don't need to bring a bath towel or a pool towel as we provide these.
- You don't need to bring a hot water bottle or umbrella for autumn/winter/early spring retreats.
- You don't need to bring sunscreen products as we have loads in a basket from guests who have left them behind.
- You don't need to bring soap as we provide this free of charge and we sell tampons, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo and body moisturiser.
- We also have a book exchange which you are welcome to plunder.

INTERNET / MOBILE PHONE

Is there WiFi at Kaliyoga? Yes. You can connect your laptop with our free wi-fi internet. Wi-fi is available in most of the bedrooms & tipis and the communal areas. We ask that you make skype and mobile phone calls in your bedrooms so as to respect your fellow guests and limit the use of laptops in communal areas.
Can I plug my iPod into the sound system? Yes.

Is there mobile phone reception? mobile phone reception is very good here, but we ask you to use your phone sparingly and quietly away from other guests.

SAUNA / HOT TUB / PLUNGE POOL

Do I need to wear a swimsuit in the pool/ sauna/ hot tub? Guests generally wear swimwear around the pool & hot tub, but you may go topless if you wish. The sauna is snug and seats 3-4 people or 2 people with legs outstretched. Swimwear is optional in the sauna - please use a towel to sit on.

If you have a general question about Kaliyoga that is not answered here please email us and we will add it to the FAQ in due course.