Moon to Mat YOGA RETREAt in the Galapagos Islands
WITH JULIE RADER
May 17th-24th, 2025
If nature, science, or wildlife inspires you, there is no better place to be than the unparalleled Galapagos Islands. This 7 night, 8 day trip-of-a-lifetime includes naturalist-guided trips to the Charles Darwin station, Bartolome Island, and North Seymour Island. With a small, private group, enjoy kayaking on Tortuga Bay, snorkeling, swimming, a tour of the highlands (pit craters, lava tunnels, and a cloud forest), yoga classes, nature-inspired accommodations on Santa Cruz Island, and most meals. The star of this retreat is the rich biodiversity of the protected native wildlife, many of whom are unafraid of humans. Swim with sea lions and sharks, spot Galapagos penguins and flamingos, and watch the dance of marine iguanas and blue footed boobies on volcanic rocks. This truly unique UNESCO World Heritage Site offers the perfect melding of yoga and an unblemished example of a wild and natural world.
Seasoned yoga teacher, Julie Rader will be your guide on this week offering daily yoga classes and insight – the land itself will offer the inspiration!
The retreat kicks off with the Pisces new moon which is the perfect time to stargaze and dream a bigger dream. Our Moon to Mat yoga practices will focus on clearing out the old and creating physical and emotional space for our dreams to become our reality. The Galapagos islands are the perfect place to be during this special new moon week!
“I can't believe it's been over 3 years since I've taught a live in-person yoga class! Three years!!! 2020 threw us all for a loop and now it's time to practice and retreat together rather than apart. There is truly no comparison to the group energy of practicing yoga together. In the absence of it, I've realized how vital connection to our community is for my soul. Join me for a retreat of a lifetime in 2025!” -Julie
Accommodations
There are 14-15 spaces available in double occupancy rooms. We can offer one room as single occupancy. We will be staying at Semilla Verde. Click here to see the excellent Trip Advisor reviews of this property.
TOP FLOOR PREMIUM ROOMS:
Sky View Room – Top floor the new Finch wing, King bed twin bed and wraparound balcony overlooking the property.
Ocean View Room – Top floor floor with queen and twin bed, private balcony with hammock.
Double Occupancy: $4195 per person
MAIN LEVEL ROOMS:
Forrest View Room – this main level room features a Queen and twin bed and private balcony with hammock.
Sunrise Room – In the new Finch wing, King bed or 2 twins and balcony overlooking the property.
Sunset Room – In the new Finch wing, King bed or 2 twins and balcony overlooking the property.
Tortoise Pond (upstairs) – In the main building, 2 twins beds or 1 Queen plus small private terrace.
Double Occupancy: $3995 per person
GROUND LEVEL ROOMS:
These ground level rooms have 1 queen or 2 twin beds, entry from inside the building plus sliding doors that lead to the main grounds.
Tortoise Pond (downstairs)
Plantation View
Garden View
Double Occupancy: $3895 per person
Single Occupancy Room: $4895
TRAVEL, ADDITIONAL INFO AND FAQS
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WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Accommodation on Santa Cruz Island, GalapagosYoga most days (at teacher’s discretion on cruising adventure days)
Three meals a day
Naturalist-accompanied visit to the Charles Darwin Station
Naturalist-accompanied day trips to Bartolomé, South Plazas, and North Seymour Islands
Snorkeling and swimming on all day excursions
Two dinners in Puerto Ayora
Naturalist accompanied highland tour (pit craters, lava tunnels, and cloud forest, and wild tortoises)
Sunrise yoga/meditation on the beach followed by a beach breakfast
Kayaking on Tortuga Bay, with 12 acres of private walking paths to explore
Evening fire pit and unlimited southern hemisphere star gazing
Transfers to and from the airport (on arrival and departure days only)
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:
Flights to Baltra, Ecuador (GPS)
$20 US SICGAL inspection and migration card
$200 US Galapagos National Park entrance fee (cash only)
Alcohol or items of a personal nature / souvenirs
Gratuities (at your discretion)
Travel Insurance (recommended)
PRICING
$695 non-refundable deposit holds your spot
If you choose double occupancy you will be paired with a roommate; if you already have a roommate both parties must place a deposit to secure the whole room. Please email us at explore@julierader.com to let us know who you will be rooming with if you have a chosen roommate. Please note that we have limited single occupancy rooms available.
Balance due December 1, 2025
All prices are PER PERSON
There are NO REFUNDS on deposit or payments made (see terms and conditions below).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE NO REFUNDS ON DOWN PAYMENTS OR ANY PAYMENTS MADE FOR RETREATS.
YOU MAY TRANSFER YOUR RESERVATION TO ANOTHER PERSON IF WE ARE NOTIFIED BY OCTOBER 1, 2024.
IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU PURCHASE TRAVEL INSURANCE TO PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT. AIG TRAVEL GUARD AND TRAWICK INTERNATIONAL ARE TWO REPUTABLE COMPANIES, BUT THERE ARE MANY COMPARISON WEBSITES, AS WELL. REVIEW THE POLICIES TO BE SURE YOU CHOOSE THE COVERAGE YOU NEED, INCLUDING COVERAGE FOR EXPENSES INCURRED DUE TO TRAVEL DELAYS, PERSONAL PROPERTY LOSS, AND EMERGENCY TRAVEL MEDICAL ASSISTANCE. PLEASE NOTE CFAR (CANCEL FOR ANY REASON) COVERAGE TYPICALLY MUST BE PURCHASED WITHIN A LIMITED NUMBER OF DAYS OF INITIAL PAYMENT MADE.
Please click deposit below to secure your spot. You will be required to sign a photo release form and liability waiver prior to the start date of the retreat. This will be emailed to you approximately one month before the retreat start date and must be signed and emailed back.
