The 5 Best Spiritual Destinations to Practice Yoga
Are you a yoga lover and don’t know how to travel without your mat? Or, perhaps, you want to start in the world of yoga and are looking for a good destination for it? You have come to the right place. Although yoga is an ancient tradition that allows you to develop aspects of both your body and your mind and soul, the truth is that in recent years the possibilities to practice it have multiplied around the world.
Fortunately, there are now plenty of ideal destinations for yogis looking to connect with a destination through yoga, disconnect from the routine, or combine cultural visits with a visit to the mat.
1. Bali, Indonesia
Being one of the most spiritual destinations in Southeast Asia, it will not be strange for us to start this list of destinations for practicing yoga in Bali. The “Island of the Gods” is one of the places preferred by yogis for its landscapes, its tranquility, and that air of spirituality that permeates all its corners.
In Bali, you will find more than 500 spiritual retreats and a multitude of yoga schools distributed throughout the island. Many of them are located in Ubud, the so-called epicenter of yoga. The cultural capital of Bali is surrounded by rice paddies where you will find the peace you are looking for. Even so, don’t miss the opportunity to attend some classes is The Yoga Barn, one of the most famous yoga centers on this side of the world.
Another perfect destination to practice yoga in Bali is Canggu. With a slightly more youthful and surfer atmosphere, but with all the facilities you need, it will be your place if you want to be near the beach.
As if these were not enough reasons, the Bali Spirit Festival is celebrated every year on the island. Throughout a week in March or April, you will be able to attend classes by prestigious yoga teachers, attend seminars, concerts, meditations, and, of course, meet other fans of this way of life.
2. Thailand
We are not leaving Asia to tell you about this perfect destination if you want to practice yoga around the world. Thailand, in addition to being a country where the possibilities for doing yoga are enormous, is one of the cheapest places to do it. Chiang Mai, the northern capital, is an ideal place to settle for a few weeks and months and become a true yogi.
It is possible to find an apartment for just $200 (around) a month and sign up for yoga classes for less than $5. Not only that, but Chiang Mai is also a very spiritual city, of medium size, that will make you feel much more relaxed than the great Bangkok, and with a huge offer of vegan and vegetarian restaurants. Wild Rose YogaIt is the most prestigious center in the city and the places in its Yoga Teacher Traning, to become an instructor, usually, end quickly.
If you need to be near the sea, other good destinations to practice yoga are Koh Phangan and Koh Yao Noi. The first island is located in the Gulf of Thailand and, although it is known for its famous Full Moon Party, in recent years a lot of yoga centers have sprung up in the northern area. Koh Yao Noi, meanwhile, is located in the Andaman Sea and is one of the least touristy islands in southern Thailand. There is Island Yoga, one of the most famous yoga centers in the country and perfect for a spiritual retreat.
3. Costa Rica
Pure Life! One of the best destinations to practice yoga for its enormous natural wealth is Costa Rica. The Central American country is full of spiritual retreat centers and yoga schools far from any kind of distraction. If you want to combine practice with some beach or having the sea nearby is a must on your yoga vacation, we recommend Santa Teresa.
Located in the Pacific, on the Nicoya Peninsula, this small and bohemian city is full of yoga centers. One of the best known is the Hotel Harmony, which offers 6 or 7 daily classes, retreats, and courses to become a professional.
4. Ibiza, Spain
If you don’t want to go too far, you don’t need to either. In Spain we have some ideal destinations for doing yoga, among which Ibiza stands out. The Balearic island is known for being one of the best places on the planet to party, but its Mediterranean landscapes are an inexhaustible source of energy frequency to inspire you.
Not surprisingly, in Ibiza, more than 100 yoga retreats are organized every year at very affordable prices. In the event that you only want to attend some classes during a getaway through Ibiza, in the most touristic locations, you will find yoga and holistic therapy schools such as Depura Ibiza.
Other good destinations for practicing yoga in Spain due to its combination of landscapes and class offerings are the Alpujarra Granadina, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, and Tarifa.
5. Morocco
To end this list of destinations for passionate yoga travelers, we recommend a country that has become fashionable in recent years: Morocco.
In addition to being a very affordable and accessible destination, there are more and more possibilities to practice yoga against the dunes of the Sahara or the waves of the Atlantic.
