Cambodia·November 6 - 12 2022
A life-changing cultural adventure in stunningly vibrant Siem Reap, Cambodia.
SOLD OUTIf you’ve always wanted to explore the far corners of the globe, to stretch your understanding of the world and see monumental beauty — now is your chance. Join on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to Southeast Asia, to a breathtaking town of ancient temples, lotus flowers and Buddhist monks — Siem Reap, Cambodia! You'll be guided and cared for by our local team who is eager to show you Cambodia's world-famous temples, culture and history. By the end our week together you'll feel refreshed and renewed, and more importantly inspired by your life-changing experiences and memories. *Please note we are requiring proof of COVID vaccination (including a booster shot) and a pre-retreat test for all 2022 retreat guests * - Group Size: 12-16 guests - Luxury Score: 3 (out of 5) - Activity Score: 4 (out of 5) - Active + Adventurous - Cuisine: Omnivore (some meat + seafood offered)
In addition to our owner and Chief Zen Officer Anna, each Above Yoga retreat has one or two additional certified yoga teachers on-site who will lead a portion of the classes and support students in their practice. We find that an opportunity to participate in a variety of classes with various teaching styles adds to our guests’ overall retreat experience.
Roundtrip ground transportation from airport
Daily on-site breakfast
5 curated group lunches or dinners
1-2x daily yoga classes in our private practice space
Temple ticket (3 day pass)
Guided temple tours of Angkor Wat, Banteay Srei and Ta Prohm
Cambodian cooking class + market visit
Guided biking tour of countryside
Donation to local NGO
1-2 alcoholic or N/A drinks with group dinners
Plenty of free time to kick back or explore on your own
Roundtrip airfare from the US to Asia
Tourist visa
Trip Insurance
Alcoholic beverages (outside of group dinners)
Two twin beds + private bath. Share with another traveler. In a separate but adjacent building on the property, this option is a great solution for the budget-savvy traveler.
FROM$1,750.00/pp
King bed + private bath. In a separate but adjacent building on the property, this option is a great solution for the budget-savvy traveler. Single supplement fee of $350 to reserve room exclusively for solo traveler.
FROM$1,750.00/pp
Two twins + private bath. Share with another traveler. Deluxe rooms are in the main building and is a good mix of amenities and value.
FROM$1,950.00/pp
One king bed + private bath. All deluxe rooms are in the main building and is a good mix of amenities and value. Single supplement fee of $350 to reserve room exclusively for solo traveler.
FROM$1,950.00/pp
The Premier King rooms are situated on the top floor of the hotel, adjacent to the yoga rooftop practice space and have spectacular sunrise views from the shared patio area. Single supplement fee of $350 to reserve room exclusively for solo traveler.
FROM$1,950.00/pp
We highly recommend you fly into the SE Asia region at least a day earlier than required in order to give yourself addition time if there are flight delays or cancellations. Consider flying first into a larger airport nearby (Bangkok, Thailand - BKK or Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam - SGN) to save money and take a quick local flight to Siem Reap (budget approx. $700-$1,200 for international flights & $100-$200 for inter-Asia flights; depending on your departure city). The retreat program will start at around 4 pm on the first day and end at 10 am on the final day. Transportation to and from the Siem Reap airport is provided if you arrive / depart on these days. If you wish to explore other parts of SE Asia, such as Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and other parts of Cambodia, Above Yoga would be happy to offer suggestions.
We'll be staying in our favorite property - it's tucked away from the bustling streets of Siem Reap, but just minutes away from the markets and nightlife of Pub Street. Enjoy hotel-level amenities and service like a restaurant, bar and coffee service in an intimate and lush garden setting. A saltwater swimming pool is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail and cool off after a day of adventures in SE Asia. Please note, this small boutique hotel, it is not private to our group, so there may be few other guests (adults + children) staying on property at the same time.
All guests must show proof of COVID vaccination (including at least one booster shot) in order to attend this retreat. We may also require proof of a pre-retreat negative test and anything else as required by the Cambodian government. Other vaccinations or preventative medications (unrelated to COVID) may be recommended by your health professional when traveling in Southeast Asia. While millions of travelers visit the area every year without issue, Cambodia is still a developing country with few modern medical facilities up to western standards, so we STRONGLY recommend you take out comprehensive travel insurance in case you encounter any issues and to consult with your doctor before booking if you have on-going health conditions.
Cambodia is hot and humid all year long. The average weather for November is highs in 80s & 90s and lows in the 70s. It's coming off of their rainy season, so passing showers are possible, but all the greenery is incredibly lush and the lakes are full and beautiful. While shorts, bathing suits and tight yoga clothes are fine for while at the retreat center, there is a dress code followed for temple visits. This includes shoulders covered and knees covered. More information and suggestions will be shared, but loose thin pants or skirts and a light t-shirt work best.
You'll receive additional extensive pre-retreat information in your welcome docs, our pre-retreat virtual meeting, several pre-retreat emails and in our private Facebook group (if you're on social media). This will be your retreat leader's third time to the Cambodia and the SE Asia region. We work with our extensive contacts, close partners and friends in the area to ensure a seamless and enjoyable trip for all our guests.