​About
​the retreat

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Secret Waterfall
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Horseback Riding Excursions
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Cozy Cabin
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Natural Stone Pool
I don't want to protect the environment, I want to create a world where the environment doesn't need protecting!
​That passionate statement and conviction led our retreat owners to create Samana, a farm and eco lodge, in the Dominican Republic located in the Caribbean islands.  Nestled right in between Porto Rico and Cuba, and off the Atlantic Ocean, the DR (as it's often referred to) is tropical paradise on the island of Hispaniola, also shared with Haiti. This Spanish speaking country is famous for it's beaches, tropical terrain, and an abundance of waterfalls!

Samana Ecolodge is completely independent and off the grid. Energy is solar, wells and fresh spring streams run through the land, and fresh fruits, vegetables and spices are grown locally. Accommodations are unique of one another, with a charming rustic chic flair. The retreat land offers a natural pool, tons of lush greenery and amazing access to beaches and waterfalls. 

My retreats are curated with love and excitement and deep desire to connect participants to the indigenous qualities of the country and retreat space. There are two daily yoga classes, and some amazing activities and excursions to get you back to simplicity and Back to Basics; while taking your yoga off the mat. For this amazing retreat, activities and excursions include but are not limited to hikes to the beach, whale watching, hammock hanging, visits to the waterfalls, cuddling with the dogs, connecting to each other and resting up and recharging. 

Lots of love AND gracias,
Simonee

A TYPICAL 
DAY

  • The tropical sounds and chickens bring you to a guided meditation followed by a delicious yoga practice.
  • Breakfast in Samana's restaurant - fresh fruit, eggs, coffee and freshly made juice. or on a hammock. Eat healthy while connecting to fellow yogis and charging up for your day. 
  • Morning free time: Hang in a hammock, get a  massages, horseback ride on the beach, or hike into the forest to go to the ocean where you can stand up paddle board and lay in the sun. 
  • Lunch at the Samana restaurant where you get a front seat view of the cooks preparing our food. Locally sourced food and beverage alongside your sangha and maybe an ice cold beer!
  • Afternoon free time: Catch up on that book, sit and contemplate, take a walk or take it up a notch with a fun activity like zip lining! 
  • Yoga! Practice as the sun sets with the sounds of nature.
  • Dinner and with new friends and loved ones. Raise a glass of vino to our day and another lucky adventure on the way!
  • Evening free time: Yoga means to yoke and bind - often interpreted as union. Surrender to this under the stars of the Dominican Republic.
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Forest Hike
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Lodge Dining Room
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Samana Welcome

Retreat 
Inclusions

  • A 7 night stay at the Samana lodge.
  • 3 Daily meals, mineral water, coffee and tea.​ (Specialty juices and alcoholic beverages are extra).
  • Pick-up & drop-off from the city of .                      (Times to be specified.)
  • Morning meditation.
  • 2 daily yoga classes (hatha, flow, yin, yang/yin). 
  • Access to Samana grounds: outdoor terrain,  restaurant with games and puzzle's, hammocks and bed swings, and a natural pool.
  • Wifi. 
  • One half-day whale watching excursion with guide and boat transport provided.
  • One half-day visit to the Salto El Limon waterfall known as the secret waterfall.
  • Doggy love with resident pups!
  • Time to read. Time to sit. Time to think. Time to connect.

Not
​Included

  • Airfare.
  • Vaccines and visas if needed.
  • Highly recommended health insurance.
  • Private transports or transfers to and from retreat.
  • Private yoga lessons.
  • Specialty juices and alcoholic beverages
  • Additional excursions and activities: zip lining, horseback riding, massages, surf lessons, bike tours in the jungle, etc.
  • Travel within/to/from nearby towns: El Limon, Las Terrenas, Samana etc.
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Retreat Property

Reserve 
​Your spot

ACCEPTED METHOD OF PAYMENT
*Credit Card via Paypal and Square (service fees)
*Paypal Account (US accounts only)
*VENMO or Cheque in USA (no additional service fees)
*USD Cheque/Certified Cheque/Money Order in Canada