Your investment in you

Join Ann-Maree as she infuses her wairuatanga (spirituality)and manakitanga (care) with other Polynesian cultures to nurture you through a range of yoga practices, relax your body with wellbeing workshops and cacao ceremonies.

Whatever your depth of yoga, Ann-Maree will guide you through a practice suited to you.  Your Island Life Unplugged retreat includes an hour with a local masseur, offering relaxation and deep tissue work.  All of this takes place in idyllic outdoor and indoor spaces in the privacy of our venues.

Your host Ann-Maree

“For over thirty rotations of the sun I’ve been sharing my love of yoga and entwining it with my Te Ati Awa whakapapa.

Whether it’s in my Ashram in India, our retreats in Bali and Rarotonga or in the studios around Wellington and Kāpiti, I know that growing our yoga practice and time together nourishes our spirits and releases our life's fullest potential; allowing us to adjust our lifestyles as the wheel of our year, of our lives, turns - a period of renewal and the perfect time to invest in yourself.

Arohanui,”

What is included

• Seven nights single / twin accommodation with airport transfers on arrival and on last day.

• Two yoga sessions or workshops on six days.  Blocks and  straps, MYF rollers provided.  Just bring your own mat and bolster.

• Welcome meal and live entertainment, seven breakfasts, three lunches and four evening meals are included, as are pre-dinner cocktails/mocktails.  Guests free to bring their favourite drinks.

• An indulgent one-hour massage and a visit to Rito, to sample their coconut based skin care products.

• Fully guided swim with turtles - using powered sea-scooters.

• Guided back country island exploration by foot or cycle.

• Night SUP/kayak trip, SUP Yoga. 

• Masks/snorkels, water-shoes, kayaks, and SUPs.

• Arrival gift pack and several unforgettable surprises!

Extending you stay

We hope that you will want to extend your stay, there are so many other places to explore both on Rarotonga and other Cook Islands.  Extra nights are generally available at Sokala Villas at the end of the event.  Please speak with us about this as early as possible for ideas, prices and availability.

Where we stay

• We stay at Sokala Villas and The Navigator – right on Muri Lagoon beach with stunning views across the lagoon to the islands and reef.  Rates include beachfront villa, limited number of garden view villas available on request.

• Each villa has its own kitchen, and is in walking distance to well-stocked shops, markets, excellent restaurants and bars.

• All villas are en-suite and have complimentary wi-fi (capped), tea/coffee, filtered water, beach towels, and fans.  Many villas have their own pools.

• Two yoga venues (indoor / open air), exclusive beachfront pool, indoor/outdoor dining areas.

• Masks/snorkels, water-shoes, kayaks, and SUPs.

• Excellent value same day laundry close by...

Travel / Medical

You need to arrange your own travel; we will meet you off your flight and return you to the airport on the day the retreat ends. Remember Rarotonga is a day behind Aotearoa.  We recommend speaking with us prior to booking flights, as some schedules can result in unexpected extra costs.

You are recommended to take out suitable travel insurance to cover any medical events and other matters.  When booking please advise us of any medical conditions that may affect your ability to take part in any activities.

What some of our guests said about their Rarotonga time with us

“Thank you for the most amazing Raro retreat we could ever wish for.  The love and support you’ve shown us has pushed us outside our comfort zone - something we will be forever grateful for.  We have lasting memories to take away with us from this trip.

“I’m still feeling the benefits of another wonderful Raro week thanks to your magical oversight & brilliant organisation.“

“I loved every moment .. the yoga was brilliant with such a fabulous group of women.”  

“The food was stunning (& the naughty cocktails delicious); and a big thank you for all the fabulous extras - SUP yoga tutelage & the additional yoga session & TLC after the retreat had officially finished.””

Most importantly,

make time for yourself.