April 2-9,2025
be.in the Galápagos Islands with Kristin cork ~
1 room is left for single or double +
1 woman is looking for a roommate!
join me as I return to the Galápagos Islands!
we will be staying at a lush 12-acre private yoga retreat villa in the Highlands of Santa cruz where endemic Giant Tortoises roam freely and walking paths abound.
This dynamic Galapagos Yoga adventure is land-based in Santa Cruz allowing for daily yoga, easy visits to the beautiful downtown area and maximum exploration of several islands and their unique biodiversity.
There truly is no place like the UNESCO World Heritage Galapagos Islands. The variety of wildlife both on land and in the water of the Galapagos is remarkable and because of the archipelago’s isolated location and conservation efforts, many species are found only in the Galapagos that has virtually been unchanged since prehistoric times.
Daily, we will awaken our reptilian spines from head to toe on our mats before heading out to explore the various islands and the mind blowing nature that occupies them.
Upon return, nap, swim and : or yoga before sunset + dinner.
Our morning yoga is more active, our late afternoons all gentle, restorative bliss!
Luxury boating excursions to the must-see sites such a Bartolomé and South Plazas are included, as well as snorkeling and kayaking on secluded bays.
All day trips will be accompanied by our own certified Galapagos Naturalist.
Bring your cameras to witness up close the Galapagos turtles, penguins, flamingos,
marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies & more!
Wherever Be.Yoga travels, an important element is giving back to community, conservation and education. Collectively as a group Be.Yoga will be donating on our behalf to these causes thru the Charles Darwin Center and the Galapagos Conservatory ..
You too will have an opportunity to give back in addition if you so choose to support their efforts …
We are so fortunate to experience such an important place on the planet
respectfully and mindfully.
What’s Included:
- 7 nights Deluxe Accommodation nestled in 12 acres of private forest on Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos ~
(All rooms have en suite baths, air conditioning + balconies or terraces )
- Three delicious meals a day, locally sourced Ecuadorian + Internationally Inspired
(Dietary needs happily accommodated)
- Opening and Closing Gatherings before dinner with mocktails + cocktails
- Surprises to support our journey ~ locally inspired!
- 2 Dinners out in the town of Puerto Ayora after strolling the artisan filled town and watching sea pups play at the piers!
- 6 Morning Meditation + Yoga classes with Kristin - Aligned Flow for all levels ( all props included )
- 3 Late afternoon Gentle, Restorative + Yin Inspired Yoga sessions
- Certified Galapagos Naturalist guided trip to visit to the Charles Darwin Station
- Group donation supporting Galapagos Conservation efforts ( $ TBD w/ registrations )
- Certified Galapagos Naturalist guided full day trip to Bartolomé Island - Guided walking tour / swimming / snorkeling option - lunch on boat
- Certified Galapagos Naturalist guided day trip to South Plazas - Guided walking tour / swimming/ snorkeling option - lunch on boat
- Certified Galapagos Naturalist guided day trip to North Seymour Islands - Guided walking tour / swimming / snorkeling option - lunch on boat
- Snorkeling and swimming (Think AMAZING sea turtles, beautiful fish, penguins, sea lions, vegetarian sharks :) on all day excursions Jaw dropping, up close and personal moments to witness and photograph blue footed boobies, marine iguanas, frigate birds & so much more!!
- Certified Galapagos Naturalist Guided Highland Tour (pit craters, lava tunnels and cloud forest and wild tortoises)
- 12 acres of groomed private walking paths to explore (wild Giant Tortoises roam the property)
- Private saltwater pool to lounge and relax at
- Amazing Southern star views from the beautiful patios, balconies and terraces
- Transfers to and from the airport (on arrival and departure days only)
What’s Not Included:
- Flights to Baltra, Ecuador (GPS)
- $20 SICGAL inspection and migration card ( US $ only pd at airport )
- $200 Galapagos National Park entrance fee (US $ only pd at airport)
- Any Additional trips into town or Items of a personal nature
- Optional Spa Services / Massages at hotel
- Wine:Beer with meals
- Gratuities (at your discretion - $20 per day recommended for tour guides / naturalists)
- Travel Insurance ( Required - Global Allianz, World Nomad, RedPoint all offer free quote
1 Room + 1 Spot for Female Roomate
Pricing + Rooming Choices Below:
Register HERE to save your spot!
TOP FLOOR ROOMS:
The Main Villa + FinchWing each have one exclusive top floor room. These are the most spacious rooms with larger terraces and delightful views
Sky View Room – In the Finch Wing with Queen bed + Single bed option - SOLD
Ocean View Room – In the Main Villa with Queen bed + Single bed option - OPEN
Double Occupancy: $4950 per person
Single Occupancy: $6950PREMIUM DELUXE ROOMS:
These spacious rooms in the Finch Wing offer a Queen bed or 2 twin beds, common sitting area and balconies overlooking the property
Sunrise Room – Main level delightful room with sunrise views - SOLD
Sunset Room – Main level delightful room with sunset views - SOLD
Double Occupancy: $4850 per person
Single Occupancy: $6650SUPERIOR ROOMS:
These spacious rooms in the Main Villa offer a Queen + twin bed, private bathroom and lovely terraces
Forrest View Room – Main level room with private balcony
Tortoise Pond Down – Downstairs room opening to the gardens
Garden View – Downstairs room opening to the gardens *** TRIPLE for 3 people ***
Double Occupancy: $4795 per person
Triple Occupancy : ONLY FOR GARDEN VIEW WITH 3 TWIN BEDS: $4495 per person
STANDARD ROOMS:
These 2 rooms in the Main Villa have all the amenities as all other rooms, they are just a bit smaller ~
They have Queen or 2 twin beds
Tortoise Pond Main level – Main level looking towards yoga + front of property - SOLD
Plantation View – Ground Level looking towards yoga
Double Occupancy: $4495 per person
Single Occupancy Room: $5595
deposit + additional payments made here:
— non refundable deposit to reserve ~
( $750 or $1000 depending on single / double )
— $1000 deposit due October 15, 2024
— final Balance due January 1, 2025Due to the small size of this group & pre paid reservations for boat tours + island registration fees -
Initial deposit is non refundable and 2nd and 3 rd deposits are only refunded if space is filled in same room category.P.S. ~ Where in the world are The Galapagos?
The Galapagos are in the Pacific Ocean about 1,000 km from South America off of Equador.
The 19 islands and the surrounding marine reserve have been called “a living museum and showcase of evolution.” Located at the confluence of three ocean currents, the Galapagos are a melting pot of marine species. Ongoing seismic and volcanic activity reflects the processes that formed the islands. These processes, together with the extreme isolation of the islands, led to the development of unusual animal life such as the land iguana, the giant tortoise, and the many types of finch that inspired Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection following his visit in 1835. The Galapagos Islands are home to some of the highest levels of endemism (species found nowhere else on earth) than anywhere on the planet. About 80% of the land birds, 97% of the reptiles and land mammals, and more than 30% of the plants you will see are endemic. More than 20% of the marine species in Galapagos are found nowhere else on earth. Favorites include the giant Galapagos tortoise, marine iguana, flightless cormorant, and the Galapagos penguin—the only penguin species to be found in the Northern Hemisphere. To learn more about the islands, history, species, and conservation, visit The Galapagos Conservancy (www.galapagos.org).