What’s included

• 4 nights luxury accommodation, based on 2 or 4 sharing
• Minimum 3 hours of yoga and meditation each day
• Full board (light breakfast, 2-course lunch, 3-course dinner)
• Snorkeling trip to world-famous Apo Island
• Snorkeling in front of the resort
• Use of stand up paddle boards
• A variety of workshops and presentations on yoga philosophy
• One hour signature massage
• Natural products goodie bag
• Manila transfer & check-in assistance for same day domestic flights
• Dumaguete transfers
• Welcome drinks & free wifi
• 15% discount on diving, PADI courses, adventure tours & spa treatments

Schedule

Friday: Check-in and welcome dinner

Saturday to Monday:
6.00 Dynamic Yoga Asanas
8:00 Breakfast
10:00-4:00 Activity of the day*
12:00 Lunch
4:00pm Relaxation Yoga Asanas & Meditation
6:00pm Free time to relax, pamper yourself with a massage or spa treatment and a fresh dinner

*Activity of the day includes a snorkeling trip to Apo Island as part of our retreat package, during the other days there will be wellness workshops and presentations on yoga philosophy and free time to snorkel or paddle board in front of the resort or you can join one of our diving or adventure trips.

Tuesday: Breakfast and check-out

What’s included

• 7 night luxury accommodation, based on 2 or 4 sharing
• Minimum 3 hours of yoga and meditation each day
• Full board (light breakfast, 2-course lunch, 3-course dinner)
• Snorkeling trip to world-famous Apo Island
• Day trip in nature
• Snorkeling in front of the resort
• Use of stand up paddle boards
• A variety of workshops and presentations on yoga philosophy
• One hour signature massage
• Natural products goodie bag
• Manila transfer & check-in assistance for same day domestic flights
• Dumaguete transfers
• Welcome drinks & free wifi
• 15% discount on diving, PADI courses, adventure tours & spa treatments

Schedule

Friday: Check-in and welcome dinner

Saturday to Thursday:
6.00 Dynamic Yoga Asanas
8:00 Breakfast
10:00-4:00 Activity of the day*
12:00 Lunch
4:00pm Relaxation Yoga Asanas & Meditation
6:00pm Free time to relax, pamper yourself with a massage or spa treatment and a fresh dinner

*Activity of the day includes a snorkeling trip to Apo Island and a day in nature as part of our retreat package, during the other days there will be wellness workshops and presentations on yoga philosophy and free time to snorkel or paddle board in front of the resort or you can join one of our diving or adventure trips.

Friday: Breakfast and check-out

Salaya Beach Houses offers modern comfort amidst unparalleled natural beauty. Our unique combination of luxurious amenities and world-class diving sets Salaya apart, and makes for a truly memorable holiday.

Luscious tropical gardens surround our beach houses. Built using a mix of modern and traditional craftsmanship, our spacious one-bedroom Suites and two-bedroom Penthouses are the best the island has to offer. We’ve combined traditional Filipino techniques with contemporary interior design to create a simple yet luxurious experience that is sure to satisfy.

We’ve recently added a 2 bedroom Cottage to our accommodation offering – situated just 2 minutes walk from the resort, the Cottage is a great option for guests wanting a more economical way to experience Salaya.

Floor space: 91sq/m (980sq/ft) Number of suites: 5

Step out from these ground floor oceanview suites into landscaped gardens and take in the spectacular views of the sea and distant islands. These suites are ideal for couples or singles, and those in seek of space and tranquility.

We’re sure you’ll enjoy your private patio, spacious living area, and bedroom before venturing out into your private garden and outdoor shower.

Floor space: 39 sq/m (417 sq/ft) Number of Deluxe Ocean View Rooms: 2

Step out from these ground floor oceanview suites into landscaped gardens and take in the spectacular views of the sea and distant islands. These suites are ideal for couples or singles, and those in seek of space and tranquility.

We’re sure you’ll enjoy your private patio, spacious living area, and bedroom before venturing out into your private garden and outdoor shower.

Floor space: 136.5 sq/m (1469sq/ft) Number of penthouses: 3

These second floor oceanview penthouses have a commanding position over the sea and gardens.

Three of our four penthouses have two floors. Which look out through their full-length windows and bring the outside in. Perfect to share for families and friends, these penthouses offer stunning views and the upmost privacy.

The loft bedroom and private bathroom provide privacy on the second floor, while downstairs on the main level is a light and airy living space and second bedroom and bathroom.

Floor space: 86sq/m (925sq/ft) Number of cottages: 1

Situated just two minutes walk from the resort, this funky cottage is situated amongst local homes on its own secure fenced property. The cottage was recently renovated and offers a great standard of finish including two air-conditioned bedrooms – one queen size bedroom and a single bunk bedroom.

Chill out on your private patio, relax in the hammock or enjoy the pool, restaurant and other facilities within the resort.

Dine in comfort and mingle with our other guests at the pool bar, indulge with a bottle of wine in our private beach side table, or enjoy our great food at Dahon restaurant. Whatever your choice, Salaya Beach Houses offers you a variety of dining experiences to tailor fit your holiday needs.

After an exciting day diving, sunny afternoon by the pool or trip around town, you can enjoy the sea views and gentle ambiance of our pool bar. Offering a range of organic juices, soft drinks, coffees, wines, beers and cocktails, our friendly staff will help you select the perfect drink to complement your day.

Our state-of-the-art restaurant offers five star dining with a world-class view. Equipped with high-end appliances and state-of-the-art facilities, our chef is eager to prepare you a made-to-order dish with the freshest ingredients and charming presentation.

Want to spend the night in? We offer complimentary meal service to your room so you can enjoy the luxury of your apartment or penthouse after spending a day exploring the coral reefs and stunning vistas of Dumaguete.

A Day Spa experience is the perfect treat for yourself, or to give as a gift to someone special. We’ve created 3 full day packages – if you have any questions at all, please just ask us, we’re ready and waiting to pamper you!

An opportunity to experience a life-transforming retreat that will give you inspirational and practical tools to build up a regular practice, on and off the mat. The asanas and meditation will work on removing tensions and imbalances to restore your body and bring about emotional stability and clarity of mind. You will have time to connect to the beauty and nature around you and allow mother earth to nurture your soul. With luxurious accommodation, spa treatments and a delicious healthy menu you will go home feeling fully recharged and invigorated.

Tailored Private Retreats Just For You

We offer private retreats all year outside of scheduled dates where you will receive undivided attention with our yoga and wellness teacher. Retreats can be tailored to include more meditation, yoga philosophy, mindfulness, nutrition and detox programs or perhaps you would like more time for trips in nature, learn to SCUBA dive or free time to relax around the pool and for spa treatments. Private retreats can be for any number of people and for as many days as you like. Let us know how we can create the perfect retreat just for you.

Your Teacher

Laura is passionate about sharing the gift of yoga and believes it can be practiced by everyone regardless of ability, to create a more peaceful and harmonious world within, and around us. Inspired by nature and her love for the ocean, she combines these with her yoga knowledge to develop a deeper sense of well being, connectedness and understanding. Her kind and non-judgmental approach makes people feel relaxed and comfortable. After 10 years of establishing her own practice, in 2014 Laura completed her teacher training at the Himalayan Iyengar Yoga Centre in India with Master Sharat Arora, and is also a certified Fly High Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master and Scuba Diving Instructor.

Detox

Yoga alone is amazing for improving the digestive system and for cleansing the organs but to get the maximum benefit (as well as making your practice easier and more enjoyable) we recommend avoiding heavy food and including lots of fresh and natural ingredients for an instant detox and boost.

Vegan and raw food are perfect for helping the body expel all of those additives and toxins that we are exposed to on a daily basis, whether through the food that we eat, the products that we put on our skin, or even the air that we breathe. We can prepare a fresh and nutritious cleansing menu that works for you. Detox water will be available throughout the day.

We will also provide you with a goodie bag of local natural products such as coconut oil, baking soda and citronella repellent that you can use if you want to ditch the chemical products for a deeper detox.

Before You Get Here

We have a strong philosophy towards environmentally friendly tourism here at Salaya; we use natural cleaning and hygiene products and a no single use plastic policy where possible. Please be mindful to buy ocean friendly products and avoid chemicals in the products you bring.

You will be given a short questionnaire after booking to let us know of any medical conditions, injuries, medications, allergies and yoga history etc. so we can tailor the retreat to your needs and safety – but please feel free to ask if you have concerns related to any of these before then.

We recommend no alcohol or smoking during the retreat, better to quit these a few weeks before you get here to avoid withdrawal symptoms. Likewise with caffeine if you drink a lot this can interfere with your meditation and relaxation.

Bring comfortable clothing, ideally made from natural fibres for yoga classes.

Just a 1 hour flight from Manila or Cebu through to Dumaguete, where you will be greeted by Salaya staff for air-conditioned transfer to the best luxury resort on the outskirts of Dauin, in the heart of the Coral Triangle.

The Philippines has a tropical climate with near constant temperatures of 28°C (82°F), and water temperatures rarely below 28°C (82°F), there’s no bad time to visit. A tropical archipelago, the Philippines has three distinct seasons: The dry season, the low season, and the cool season.

The dry season lasts from March to May, and features some of the lowest rainfall of the year. Whether you like hiking, diving or just catching some sun, the Dumaguete coast is beautiful this time of year. The low season lasts from June to November, and is a wonderful time to visit if you want to avoid the crowds. The cool dry season typically lasts from December to February, and while the islands are in full holiday celebration, our corner of the world stays quite with less humidity and pleasant temperatures.