Elevate Yoga Retreat

8:30am
You will start your third day with breathing exercises. Experienced free diver will guide you through breathing techniques, teach you how to control your breath and show you how to achieve the state of deep relaxation.
9:30am
Homemade breakfasts including local products such as: goat cheese, fruits, honey, homemade sourdough bread, fresh vegetables, extra virgin olive oil etc.
10am
You will visit the famous Apoxyomenos museum and discover what was hidden for thousands of years in the depths of the archipelago.
11am
With the countless capes, ridges, caves, shipwrecks and vivid seabed, our wonderful archipelago is the perfect playground for snorkeling and freediving. It is also famous for its crystal clear sea where beauty doesn’t stay hidden.
After reviving your body with oxygen, you will hop on the speed boat and enjoy your private cruise around the archipelago while discovering the most beautiful snorkeling destinations. You will snorkel the underwater labyrinths and enjoy the marine diversity, feel the excitement of diving into caves, and explore distant islands and their intriguing diving spots. You will learn how to control your breath, embody the feeling of weightlessness and immerse yourself into the world underneath…
4pm – 6pm – free time
You can choose to relax in your residence, enjoy the beach, have a massage treatment or take a private class.
6pm
Evening Yoga session: essential movements for the whole body leading into meditative asanas.
7:30pm
Dinner (local organic food prepared by a private chef)

8:30am
Your day starts with Sun Salutation workshop. This version is based on the first written track of Salutation, biomechanically superior to the modern ones. Also, it has been upgraded with what we know about the body today.
10am
Food is without a doubt one of the key elements that defines a destination’s cultural heritage. It transcends language, religion and age as it awakens your senses that know no limits. Aside from its beauty, Lošinj presents fragrances and tastes that will transform your perception forever. 
You will start your day by preparing your own breakfast in the wonderful garden overlooking the sea. In this herbal paradise, you will learn how to make olive oil and orange balm, produce lavender bath salts, and prepare fresh cheese spreads with local herbs. From there, your adventure takes you to the a family ranch and distillery of medicinal herbs on the Island of Cres. This is where you discover the benefits of local medicinal herbs, learn about the process of distilling essential oils, enjoy the variety of farm animals and taste the finest, cold pressed olive oil from the Island. After you have enjoyed this heavenly ranch, you will visit the wonderful organic garden where you have the opportunity to learn about organic farming. You will enjoy the afternoon with a cooking class, prepare dinner using organic ingredients and bond with your friends over a delicious and healthy meal.
5pm
You will enjoy panorama flight in a small airplane and experience the archipelago from a different perspective.
7:30pm
You will observe your inner nature through the meditation class in the midst of unspoiled nature.

8:30am
Energizing yoga class will connect the elements taught on previous days to challenge your focus, balance and core.
9:30am
Homemade breakfasts including local products such as: goat cheese, fruits, honey, homemade sourdough bread, fresh vegetables, extra virgin olive oil etc.
10am
People are not the only ones drawn to Lošinj’s beauty. The archipelago is also home to many wonderful animal species that have been living alongside us for centuries. These include magnificent, endangered and protected creatures such as Bottlenose Dolphins that chose this natural heaven as their permanent home. Your safari adventure starts with a visit to the Blue World institute where you learn all about marine life and the incredible Bottlenose Dolphins. Once you better understand these wonderful mammals, it’s time you experience their play in the wild! We will take you for a cruise within the archipelago in search of the playful and curious dolphins that represent one of the strongest symbols of the Island. With a little bit of luck, you will witness their lively nature in their natural habitat. After your dolphin safari, we will take you back to the Blue World institute where you will go through an interactive workshop and learn more about the Bottlenose dolphins. You will also have the opportunity to adopt a dolphin and by doing so, make your contribution to preservation of these incredible creatures.
3pm – 6pm – free time
You can choose to relax in your residence, enjoy the beach, have a massage treatment or take a private class.
6pm
Evening yoga with long holds and hip openers, breathing exercises and meditation.
7:30pm
Dinner (local organic food prepared by a private chef)

8:30am
Yoga and self-acupressure for hiking: we’ll prepare main and supportive muscles for exploring the island on foot, starting from the easy options all the way to challenging ones. You’ll learn how to safely build your movement routine and reach recommended number of daily steps.
9:30am
Homemade breakfasts including local products such as: goat cheese, fruits, honey, homemade sourdough bread, fresh vegetables, extra virgin olive oil etc.
10am
We have carefully designed a concept where learning is integrated into your private adventure. You will enhance your knowledge by learning about our rich history and culture through amazing stories and legends, every step of the way. 
Our first stop is a 4000 year old town called Lubenice, which gracefully sits on the top of cliffs and offers the most spectacular view. From there, we proceed our adventure in the city of Cres that tells incredible stories of great historical importance. It is the perfect place to walk around, breathe in the history of the town center, experience the local lifestyle and enjoy the traditional delicacies. Our next stop is Beli Visitor Center and Rescue Center for Griffon Vultures, where you can find out more about the exceptional and well-preserved biodiversity of the island Cres and the millennia-long coexistence of local people and Griffon vultures. From there, we will leave the city walls and enter the magical trails of Tramuntana. This ancient forest that testifies to the millennial relationship between man and nature, will offer you both breathtaking beauty and fascinating history. After your private tour, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the local history and hopefully, become an ambassador of the archipelago’s heritage. 
6pm
Evening yoga and self-acupressure to unwind after walking.
7:30pm
Dinner (local organic food prepared by a private chef)

8:30am
Exploring the inversions and how to set up a safe base for satisfying practice: tilted candle, headstand and handstand.
9:30am
Homemade breakfasts including local products such as: goat cheese, fruits, honey, homemade sourdough bread, fresh vegetables, extra virgin olive oil etc.
10am
With a personalized approach of our experienced skippers, stories and legends about the history and culture, the most beautiful hidden nature approachable only by sea, and numerous islands with their picturesque little towns, the archipelago of Lošinj is the perfect playground for nature lovers who come from all over the world to witness its beauty. Each island will offer you something special and unique; from endless fields filled with herds of  Boškarin buffalos on Unije, the wonderful sandy beaches of Susak, the pristine nature of uninhabited islands, to the famous flower gardens of Ilovik. You will cruise the archipelago with your personal skipper, swim and dive in the crystal clear sea of hidden coves, be nurtured by the fragrant nature and get insider access to the local lifestyle.
5:30pm
Evening Yoga session on one of the islands will turn your senses inwards.
7:30pm
Visit of the educational path and viewpoint Providence, where you will enjoy dinner with the most breathtaking sunset on the island.

8:30am
Your last day starts with Yoga class as long as your departure schedule allows it.
9:30am
Homemade breakfasts including local products such as: goat cheese, fruits, honey, homemade sourdough bread, fresh vegetables, extra virgin olive oil etc. If you can’t join us for breakfast, due to your departure schedule, we will prepare a meal that you can take with you.
On departure day, we are there to help you out with anything you need. We organize your transport to the airport or/and advise you on the traffic, weather, ferries and everything that will make your return trip safer and more pleasant. We wish you a safe journey home and say our goodbyes until the next time.

OUR PASSIONATE TEAM OF EXPERTS

We are a group of Yogis, massage therapists, athletes, outdoor guides and skippers, madly in love with nature. The constant exploration of Lošinj archipelago represents our lifestyle, our belief and a personal fulfillment. We were always driven by discovering the places silent enough to hear our breath, clean enough to smell the air and calm enough to clear our thoughts. Sharing special places with you such as remote islands, hidden coves, and mountain tops, where you can naturally be free in the moment, is one of our greatest joys. When guided by our passionate team, you feel like one of us as we treat you the same way we treat our passions; genuinely, devotedly and full-heartedly.

Igor Šehić

Organizer

I’m a passionate Thai massage therapist, martial artist, freedivier, outdoor sports enthusiast, skipper and a personal coach. I’m making contribution to this world through Skippin’ Pebble agency, specialized in organizing bespoke active holidays. The agency was built upon my beliefs, passions and active lifestyle. Our main goal is to help you improve your general well-being by empowering your vitality, enhancing your immune system, bringing awareness to your breath, awakening your senses, sharpening your awareness, and embracing mindfulness.
I will personally guide you through this exceptional holistic experience and create a positive environment for you to transform, elevate and feel fantastic in being yourself!

Danijel Dubičanac

Yoga Teacher