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THE FIRST HOUSE OF ANANDA DEPARTURES · 2027

Songkran Yoga Retreat

Krabi, Thailand · Andaman Awakening

Wake to coastal light and settle into yoga, meditation and beach time. Around Songkran, the proposed journey welcomes Thai New Year with cultural visits, Thai food and a sense of fresh beginnings.

Proposed dates2027-04-10 – 2027-04-19
Guest capacity40 places
Full retreat priceTo be confirmed
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Dates, accommodation and pricing remain subject to the published offer. Payment arrangements are shown in your accepted quotation and My retreats.

Krabi, Thailand retreat concept artwork
Concept artwork. Printed prices, venues or hosts on this artwork are illustrative; the current departure details below take precedence.

MOVEMENT · STILLNESS · CULTURE

A journey with room to breathe.

For a warm-weather reset with gentle adventure and festive moments.

01

Yoga & meditation

02

Cultural visits

03

Local food

04

Festival celebration

The departure is planned for up to 40 guests. Session groupings, teaching ratios and any smaller practice groups will be explained in the confirmed programme.

YOUR DAYS AWAY

The proposed retreat rhythm

This ten-day outline is a planning proposal. The order of festival visits, teaching sessions and excursions will be adapted to local arrangements and the confirmed departure dates.

  1. 01

    Day 1 · Welcome to Krabi

    Settle into the proposed coastal base and meet your hosts.

  2. 02

    Day 2 · Coastal mornings

    Begin yoga and meditation, with time to orient yourself and rest.

  3. 03

    Day 3 · Local discovery

    A proposed heritage visit and Thai food experience, subject to local arrangements.

  4. 04

    Day 4 · Welcome the new year

    A proposed Songkran outing with a local host; participation and water celebrations are optional.

  5. 05

    Day 5 · A quieter festival day

    Balance the festival period with practice, beach time and space to pause.

  6. 06

    Day 6 · Return to stillness

    Gentle movement, meditation and unhurried time together.

  7. 07

    Day 7 · Explore the coast

    A proposed coastal excursion, subject to weather, access and the final inclusions.

  8. 08

    Day 8 · Choose your pace

    Free time and an optional Tai Chi introduction if an instructor is confirmed.

  9. 09

    Day 9 · A practice to keep

    A closing workshop, reflection and a shared meal if included.

  10. 10

    Day 10 · Farewell

    Depart within the agreed transfer window or continue your own travel plans.

Festival arrangements

Festival access and the detailed programme will be confirmed before bookings open.

Festival access and any tickets must be identified in your written offer.

REST & RESTORE

Your retreat accommodation

The proposed base is in the Krabi area on Thailand’s Andaman coast. The accommodation partner, access to beaches, practice space and room categories are being selected. Request single occupancy or a shared room; bed arrangements and any supplement will appear in the quotation.

Room availability can change. An enquiry does not hold a room or reserve a guest place.

YOUR PRACTICE

The teaching team

Yoga and meditation teachers are being appointed for this departure. The team will publish names, practice styles and session responsibilities when agreed. An introductory Tai Chi strand depends on a confirmed instructor.

Optional Tai Chi

An introductory strand can complement yoga and meditation, subject to the confirmed instructor and programme.

Morning Flow

25 minutes · four proposed sessions

Easy preparation, a short teacher-selected sequence and quiet standing or seated reflection.

Foundations

45 minutes · two proposed workshops

Posture, comfortable weight transfer, coordinated arm movement and supported stepping, with time to repeat and build confidence.

Sunset Stillness

20 minutes · one proposed session

A gentle recap and reflection on a quiet evening, away from the busiest festival schedule.

Tell the team about your experience and preferred pace. Optional sessions and additional charges will be identified in the offer.

AROUND THE TABLE

Food, company and time to pause.

Thai food is part of the proposed experience, with time to enjoy shared meals and explore locally. Included meals, drinking water, excursion meals and dietary options depend on the selected venue and will be itemised before you commit.

CLEAR BEFORE YOU COMMIT

Price, inclusions and terms

Included

Final inclusions are being agreed. Your quotation will specify accommodation, meals, teaching and any activities or transfers included.

Not included

Flights, insurance, entry arrangements and extra nights are not currently offered as included items. Review the final exclusions in your quotation.

Your personal quotation records the exact total, number of guests, room arrangement, deposit and terms. Acceptance alone does not confirm your place; payment and availability must be verified.

Arrival and practical planning

Share your preferred arrival point and flight timing with the team before arranging transport. The selected venue will determine the meeting point and transfer window. Boat trips, local transport and festival outings must be expressly included in your written offer.

Once your quotation is accepted, My retreats lets the booking holder add each guest’s arrival details, request transfer information and work through preparation reminders.

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BEFORE & AFTER YOUR RETREAT

Begin your journey at home.

Explore a gentle practice before you travel, then return to it after your retreat. No course completion is required to enquire.

Find your starting point

Choose from the existing guided pathways to explore movement, stillness or preparation for India.

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Curious about Tai Chi?

Read about its movement principles. Retreat sessions depend on the confirmed instructor and programme.

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Confirmed guests can download a private travel pack from My retreats, including published sessions, recorded arrival arrangements and their accepted offer inclusions.

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FROM INTEREST TO ARRIVAL

Your journey, one clear step at a time.

  1. 1

    Enquire

    Request the brochure or share your plans. No payment is taken and no place is reserved.

  2. 2

    Review your quotation

    Check the exact dates, room arrangement, inclusions, total, deposit and terms in My retreats.

  3. 3

    Accept & arrange payment

    Accept only when the offer is right for you. Follow the payment instructions in your account.

  4. 4

    Receive booking confirmation

    The team verifies payment and availability before confirming your place.

  5. 5

    Prepare for your retreat

    Add each guest’s arrival information, check transfer status and review preparation reminders.

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Before you decide

Can I come on my own?

Yes, you can enquire as a solo traveller. The available single or shared room arrangement and any supplement will be confirmed before you accept.

Do I need previous yoga or Tai Chi experience?

Tell the team about your experience and the type of practice you would enjoy. The teaching programme and suitability will be discussed before booking.

Is my place reserved when I enquire?

No. Your enquiry starts a conversation. You will receive a quotation and payment arrangements before the team confirms your place.

Can one person book for several guests?

Yes. The booking holder can manage the quotation and provide preparation and arrival details for each guest, with their permission.

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