Mentawais Islands

17th - 27th July 2010 - Costs: SPECIAL PRE-XMAS PRICE: $2795 (US Dollars) per person based on twin share rooms. Price will go up to the standard rate of $2995 (US Dollars) after xmas. (We require a $600 US deposit to secure your place and full payment by January 2010. Costs will be converted to AU Dollars on day of payment according to currency rates)

Would you like to surf the best quality waves and develop a focused yoga practice in one of the best parts of the world? If so, then join us for a Samudra Pure Yoga and Surf Retreat on the idyllic Mentawai Islands.
Relax, getaway and indulge in world classwaves, white sandy beaches, lush tropical rainforest and warm, clear bluewater... only bikinis and boardies are needed here!!

Staying at WavePark Mentawai's Resort, you will be warmed by a gentle culture, revitalized by the daily yoga sessions and fully stoked with the quality and variety of surf right on your doorstep.

Your retreat includes:

• 11 nights luxurious accommodation in beach houses & bungalows
  
• 2 x daily yoga classes
• Daily surf session(s)
• Healthy locally prepared vegetarian and/or seafood meals
• Daily boat transfers to a range of quality surf breaks
• Evening activity and cultural visits
• Boat transfers to / from Padang to Kandui resort
• Airport transfers in Padang

Accommodation:

Your home on the retreat will be at WavePark Mentawai's Beach Houses & Bungalows. All the buildings are made to feel like tropical resort accommodation, instead of feeling like a hotel anywhere else in the world. The "Park" in WavePark is just what it means. The island is 66 acres in total, 9 of which have been cleared and landscaped using plants from the islands and surrounds. The beach houses are just meters from the beach with large bedrooms with verandahs overlooking the bay

Yoga:

Admist the lush tropical surroundings of Kandui, there is a purpose built yoga shala to conduct our sessions.Traditionally, Astanga is practiced in the morning, so we will begin each day with a yoga class to rejuvenate the mind and body ready for the day ahead. A second yoga class will also be run during the day with time dependent on surf conditions.

Astanga yoga is suitable for all levels as classes are taught in a progressive manner, starting with the foundations and building towards a self practice. Discover your potential for strength, flexibility, focus andawareness of mind and body...and surf for many years to come.

Surfing:

The Mentawai Islands are renowned for their consistent swells and perfect waves so you will have the perfect opportunity to develop your surfing to the next level. With access to 16 different breaks inthe Playgrounds area, there is a huge variety of waves to choose from for all levels. Intermediate surfers have the opportunity to fast track their surfing progress with the absolutely mechanical waves on offer. Advanced surfers have the chance to perfect their barrel riding skills and surf some of the best waves in the world.

Healthy Food:

Local chefs will prepare all your healthy meals. Whether you opt for tasty vegetarian or seafood, all produce is sourced, produced and prepared locally bringing you the freshest food to vitalize and nourish the mind and body. Discover what foods are best for you and share the benefits of conscious healthy eating.

Come and experience it for yourself. In paradise it is simple: Immerse yourself in the Samudra lifestyle of yoga, surfing and healthy eating and feel the benefits it brings to you.

Please bring your own yoga mat and surfboard equipment. If you do not have your own gear, a range of surfboards are available to hire for an extra $100 pp.
You will need to make your own way to Padang, in the SW of Sumatra (cheap domestic flights available from Kuala Lumper, Singapore, Jakarta, Denpasar - Bali). Upon arrival into Padang airport we will take care of you from there.