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.
Dates, accommodation and pricing remain subject to the published offer. Payment arrangements are shown in your accepted quotation and My retreats.

MOVEMENT · STILLNESS · CULTURE
A journey with room to breathe.
For a warm-weather reset with gentle adventure and festive moments.
Cultural visits
Local food
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.
- 01
Day 1 · Welcome to Krabi
Settle into the proposed coastal base and meet your hosts.
- 02
Day 2 · Coastal mornings
Begin yoga and meditation, with time to orient yourself and rest.
- 03
Day 3 · Local discovery
A proposed heritage visit and Thai food experience, subject to local arrangements.
- 04
Day 4 · Welcome the new year
A proposed Songkran outing with a local host; participation and water celebrations are optional.
- 05
Day 5 · A quieter festival day
Balance the festival period with practice, beach time and space to pause.
- 06
Day 6 · Return to stillness
Gentle movement, meditation and unhurried time together.
- 07
Day 7 · Explore the coast
A proposed coastal excursion, subject to weather, access and the final inclusions.
- 08
Day 8 · Choose your pace
Free time and an optional Tai Chi introduction if an instructor is confirmed.
- 09
Day 9 · A practice to keep
A closing workshop, reflection and a shared meal if included.
- 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 sessionsEasy preparation, a short teacher-selected sequence and quiet standing or seated reflection.
Foundations
45 minutes · two proposed workshopsPosture, comfortable weight transfer, coordinated arm movement and supported stepping, with time to repeat and build confidence.
Sunset Stillness
20 minutes · one proposed sessionA 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.
Open My retreats →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.
Explore guided pathways →Make space for stillness
Discover meditation practices at your own pace.
Visit the meditation library →Curious about Tai Chi?
Read about its movement principles. Retreat sessions depend on the confirmed instructor and programme.
Explore Tai Chi →Confirmed guests can download a private travel pack from My retreats, including published sessions, recorded arrival arrangements and their accepted offer inclusions.
Open My retreats →FROM INTEREST TO ARRIVAL
Your journey, one clear step at a time.
- 1
Enquire
Request the brochure or share your plans. No payment is taken and no place is reserved.
- 2
Review your quotation
Check the exact dates, room arrangement, inclusions, total, deposit and terms in My retreats.
- 3
Accept & arrange payment
Accept only when the offer is right for you. Follow the payment instructions in your account.
- 4
Receive booking confirmation
The team verifies payment and availability before confirming your place.
- 5
Prepare for your retreat
Add each guest’s arrival information, check transfer status and review preparation reminders.
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.