11 Best Yoga Retreats in Montenegro

Deepen your yoga practice while exploring the stunning coastline and rugged mountains on a yoga retreat in Montenegro.

Welcome to Montenegro, a hidden gem in the heart of the Balkans where the mountains meet the sea. If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and reconnect with your inner self, a yoga retreat in Montenegro may be just what you need. With its stunning natural beauty, warm Mediterranean climate, and rich cultural heritage, Montenegro is the perfect destination for a transformative yoga experience.

Imagine starting your day with a gentle yoga practice overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, followed by a healthy breakfast of local fruits, vegetables, and freshly baked bread. You could spend your afternoons exploring the lush national parks, hiking to hidden waterfalls, or simply relaxing on the beach. In the evenings, enjoy a delicious dinner of traditional Montenegrin cuisine and end your day with a restorative yoga practice and guided meditation.

Montenegro offers a wide variety of yoga retreats, from beginner-friendly programs to intensive teacher trainings. Whether you're looking to deepen your practice, connect with like-minded individuals, or simply unwind and recharge, there is a retreat in Montenegro that is perfect for you.

Join me on a journey of self-discovery and rejuvenation in this magical corner of the world. Let’s explore the best meditation and yoga retreats in Montenegro!

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Quick Guide: 3 Best Yoga Retreats in Montenegro
11 Best Yoga Retreats in Montenegro
     1. 5 Day Eco Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Lovćen National Park
     2. 7 Day Meditation and Yoga Retreat Under the Olive Trees in Stari Bar
     3. 8 Day “Heart Waves” Meditation and Yoga Retreat by the Adriatic Sea
     4. 7 or 10 Day Adriatic Yoga and Detox Retreat with Massage Treatment in Budva
     5. 8 Day With the Chakras: Yoga Roots Beyond the Rainbow Retreat in Njivice,  Herceg Novi
     6. 7 Day Immersive Yin Yoga Retreat or 70-Hour Teacher Training in Lovćen  National Park
     7. 8 Day Born to Move Hiking and Yoga Tour in Durmitor National Park
     8. 8 Day Yoga Retreat with Melissa Monks
     9. 7 Day Yoga and Hiking Retreat in Ukropci
     10.  7 Day Yoga, Sound Healing, and Concious Dance Retreat in Ukropci
     11. 8 Day Yoga and Wellness Retreat in Buljarica, Montenegro
Final Thoughts About Yoga Retreats in Montenegro

Quick Guide: 3 Best Yoga Retreats in Montenegro

11 Best Yoga Retreats in Montenegro

1. 5 Day Eco Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Lovćen National Park

RETREAT LENGTH: 5 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• Daily meditation sessions
• Daily Tantra yoga / Yin yoga sessions
• The art of sacred geometry - a drawing meditation
• Understanding heart chakra through the prism of sacred geometry
• 4 nights accommodation
• Daily breakfast and dinner
• Suitable for beginners to advanced

This yoga meditation retreat is everything you want in a yoga and wellness retreat in Montenegro: luxurious accommodation, time to focus on your own wellbeing and a supportive group of new friends.

I have to start with the accommodation, which is gorgeous. At Ashuma Retreat Center you stay in luxurious glamping tents, each with its own bathroom and surrounded by soothing forest. In the middle there is a dining hall, activities hall and lounge tent where your daily activities take place.

Like the accommodation, the food on the retreat is first-class. Brunch and dinner are included and you’ll have the choice of things like mango, lime lassi bircher, cheese platters, vegetable tagine and chocolate and cardamom torte.

This retreat has been very successful in past years and it’s designed to help you fall in love with life again. It’s ideal if you need a break from everyday stressors to slow down and pamper yourself. The teachers use Yin yoga, Tantra yoga and reflection practices to help you achieve a state of inner stillness and experience a state of expansion, love and unity.

2. 7 Day Meditation and Yoga Retreat Under the Olive Trees in Stari Bar

RATING: 4.75 / 5 (43 reviews) | RETREAT LENGTH: 7 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• Daily Hatha yoga classes
• Daily meditation sessions
• Visit to Skadar Lake National Park
• Hiking through the mountains to view points and a secret river pool
• 6 nights accommodation
• 3 daily meals
• Suitable for beginners to advanced

This yoga retreat in Montenegro is based in a beautiful renovated stone olive mill that’s been turned into a stylish hostel surrounded by lush gardens and mountain stream. It’s just 200m from Bar old town (Stari Bar) and 2km from the sea.

The retreat has yoga classes twice a day, either in the hotel's garden or on an indoor yoga deck in cold weather. The teacher, Marija, focuses on Hatha yoga and emphasises mindful movement, body awareness, and proper alignment. Each class includes posture, breathing, and meditation. The classes are organized as workshops exploring various aspects of the practice, and the retreat is suitable for all levels, including beginners and experienced practitioners.

You start your days on the retreat with a 2-hour yoga practice followed by brunch. In the afternoons you can join various activities such as hiking, visiting Stari Bar or Skadar Lake National Park, or relaxing at the nearby beach. In the evenings, there is a shorter yoga class followed by a home-cooked buffet-style dinner. 

All activities and classes are optional, and there is free time after dinner, making this a relaxed and enjoyable retreat where you can combine yoga with sightseeing, relaxing and socialising around the fire.

3. 8 Day “Heart Waves” Meditation and Yoga Retreat by the Adriatic Sea

RETREAT LENGTH: 8 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• Daily creative Vinyasa, Partner, Bhakti Flow, Candlelit Restorative and Cold Plunge yoga
• Pranayama and meditation at the beach
• Workshops (Ecstatic Dance, Kirtan, Mandala Drawing, and Nature Art atelier)
• Optional excursions including hiking, a boat tour and yoga on the beach
• 2 daily vegan buffets
• A community of like-hearted people from around the world
• 7 nights accommodation
• Suitable for beginners to advanced

Heart Waves Meditation and Yoga Retreat is run by the amazing team at Mahakala Retreats Montenegro - one of the most popular yoga retreats in Montenegro. If you're ready to take your yoga practice to the next level and try new experiences, this immersive retreat is perfect for you!

At the Heart Waves Meditation and Yoga Retreat, you'll have the opportunity to explore various styles of yoga, participate in creative workshops, and enjoy daily guided meditations. And if you're feeling adventurous, you can join optional excursions to explore the breathtaking beaches and mountains that Montenegro has to offer. Of course, if relaxation is more your speed, you can always just curl up with a good book, unwind in the Jacuzzi, or treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage.

This retreat is all about building connection, exploring creative expression, and promoting overall health and wellness. Check out this yoga retreat in Montenegro if you’re ready to discover the transformative power of yoga and meditation.

4. 7 or 10 Day Adriatic Yoga and Detox Retreat with Massage Treatment in Budva

RATING: 5 / 5 (3 reviews) | RETREAT LENGTH: 7 or 10 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• Daily Hatha yoga class
• 60-minute massage session daily
• Mild detoxifying 10-day diet upon the individual plan
• 1 excursion upon choice (Kotor Bay, Lovćen National Park, Skadar Lake)
• Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, and detox smoothie
• 24 hours available detox herbal water
• Transfer from and to airport
• 9 nights accommodation
• Ideal for beginners

Are you looking for a way to combine your passion for yoga with a relaxing holiday by the Adriatic Sea? Look no further than this amazing retreat! The 7 or 10-day program is designed to enhance your overall health and wellbeing, featuring a daily yoga class, personalized nutrition program, and daily massages.

Located in the beautiful Hotel Arka, just a stone's throw from the historic Budva old town and the beach, this retreat offers a flexible schedule tailored to your individual needs. In the morning, start your day with a 1 ½ hour yoga class followed by a delicious breakfast. Then, take some time to explore the sights or simply relax, and schedule your daily massage at a time that suits you.

As an added bonus, the retreat includes a day tour to either Kotor Bay, Lovćen National Park or Skadar Lake. And because this isn't a group retreat, you have the freedom to book the program to start and finish at any time (as long as there is availability).

This yoga retreat in Montenegro is perfect if you want to recharge and reconnect with your inner self and enjoy a truly unforgettable experience on the Adriatic Sea!

5. 8 Day With the Chakras: Yoga Roots Beyond the Rainbow Retreat in Njivice, Herceg Novi

RATING: 5 / 5 (1 review) | RETREAT LENGTH: 8 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• Yoga and meditation sessions
• Practice includes mantra, pranayama, yantra, mudra, visualization
• Retreat aims to help you experience your bliss nature
• Free time to explore and relax
• 7 nights accommodation
• Brunch included

Looking for a Montenegro yoga retreat that will take your practice to the next level? Look no further than Zazenda House in Njivice, located on the outskirts of Herceg Novi in the Bay of Kotor.

This programme is designed to help you reach the ultimate goal of yoga - samadhi - where you still your mind and experience your true bliss nature. Using a variety of yoga styles (including Hatha, Kundalini, and Tantra), we will help you reprogram your mental patterns and unlock your full potential.

Each morning, you'll start with a 1 ½ hour yoga session inspired by Ashtanga and Hatha yoga, focusing on working through the chakras. In the late afternoon, you shift our focus to Yin and Restorative yoga, as well as the eight limbs of Ashtanga yoga (including pranayama, dharana, and dhyana), with meditation and Yoga Nidra to round out the session. And throughout the retreat, you'll explore various forms of yoga (such as Chakra yoga, Esoteric yoga, Tantra yoga, and Laya yoga) with the goal of awakening consciousness and achieving samadhi through the eight limbs of yoga.

This beautiful retreat promises to help you take your practice to new heights in the beautiful Bay of Kotor!

6. 7 Day Immersive Yin Yoga Retreat or 70-Hour Teacher Training in Lovćen National Park

RETREAT LENGTH: 7 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• Can be booked as a retreat or teacher training
• 60-hour immersive Yin yoga experience
• If booked as TTC: Extra 10 hours of teaching/holding space plus reading, journaling, etc.
• Certificate upon full participation (if you're planning to teach) for a total of 70 hours
• 6 nights accommodation
• Daily brunch and dinner along with snacks and drinks

Looking for an immersive and transformative yoga experience in Montenegro? Look no further than this intensive retreat, which can be booked either as a retreat or as a 70-hour teacher training.

Set in the breathtaking Lovćen National Park, this retreat offers luxurious glamping tents that will take your breath away. But be warned: this is not your average yoga holiday. This retreat is designed to challenge you emotionally and help you open up to the uncertainties of life.

The schedule is quite full, with two Yin yoga sessions per day and two workshops aimed at helping you become more mindful, accept uncertainty, and learn to hold space for yourself and others. While the schedule is not as flexible as some other retreats, you will still have some free time to explore the beautiful surroundings.

If you're a yoga teacher, you'll come away from this retreat with certification and training in the practical aspects of running your business. But no matter who you are, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you.

This stunning retreat promises to help you grow both personally and professionally. Join it to experience the transformative power of yoga in the heart of Montenegro!

7. 8 Day Born to Move Hiking and Yoga Tour in Durmitor National Park

RATING: 4.75 / 5 (43 reviews) | RETREAT LENGTH: 8 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• 7 days of activities
• 1 Hatha yoga class per day
• Pranayama and meditation sessions
• Guided hikes
• 7 nights accommodation
• Airport and tour transfers
• Breakfasts, lunches and dinners

This yoga retreat in Montenegro, run by the lovely Marija of My Yogic Adventure, is perfect for those who love to be surrounded by nature. Get ready to explore the magnificent mountains and canyons of Montenegro, and immerse yourself in the country's rich history. With daily yoga classes in stunning locations, this week-long retreat will be an unforgettable experience.

The retreat is split between two rustic and scenic locations - Piva Canyon and Pošćenje. These picturesque spots are perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city and finding some peace and quiet in Montenegro’s countryside.

Each day, you’ll start with a delicious breakfast before heading out for an adventurous hike, rafting trip, or boat ride. After your excursion, enjoy a tasty lunch and some free time before an evening yoga practice and dinner. The yoga classes are thoughtfully designed to complement the day's physical activities and are the perfect way to wind down and relax after a busy day.

Whether you're looking for an active trip to challenge yourself physically, or just want to experience some of Montenegro's best scenery, culture, and cuisine, this yoga retreat is the perfect choice.

8. 8 Day Yoga Retreat with Melissa Monks

RETREAT LENGTH: 8 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• 2 Yin, Restorative or Nidra yoga classes a day
• A guided hike through the mountains to scenic viewpoints and a secret river pool
• Opportunity to explore the surrounding mountains
• 7 nights accommodation
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner each day
• Tea / coffee / nibbles throughout the day
• Suitable for beginners to advanced

This is a wonderful yoga retreat in Montenegro, where you can escape the stress of modern life and enjoy a week of relaxation, renewal, and refreshment for your soul. Melissa, a UK-based yoga teacher and Advanced Holistic Lifestyle and Nutrition Coach, is ready to guide you on a journey of physical and mental wellness, using a combination of yoga philosophy, coaching, psychology, neuroscience, and nutrition to help you lead a happier, healthier life.

Located in a stylish converted olive mill in Bar, this retreat offers you the freedom to create your own itinerary and choose how much or how little you'd like to do. You can also explore Bar's ancient old town, go hiking, cycling, or take a swim in the beautiful surroundings.

With two yoga sessions per day, you can start your mornings with more active, flowing sequences to invigorate you for the day ahead. The evening sessions are more gentle, incorporating Restorative, Yin, and Yoga Nidra practices to promote deep relaxation and restoration. All sessions are suitable for all experience levels, and you can join as many sessions as you like. Each practice also includes meditation and pranayama (breathing) practices to promote a sense of calm and centeredness.

Come and join this retreat for a rejuvenating and fulfilling experience in Montenegro, where you can unwind and recharge your mind, body, and soul.

9. 7 Day Yoga and Hiking Retreat in Ukropci

RATING: 5 / 5 (1 review) | RETREAT LENGTH: 7 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• Daily morning Hatha yoga workshops
• Gong bath and sound healing
• Cacao ceremony and ecstatic dance
• Guided hike to a secret beach
• Explore permaculture garden
• Daily fresh vegetarian meals
• 6 nights accommodation

This is an incredible yoga retreat in Montenegro where you can connect with yourself, nature, and others through music, movement, and mindfulness. The retreat is held at Pachamama Farmstay in Ukropci, near the Bay of Kotor, providing an excellent opportunity to develop your yoga practice, try new experiences, and take in Montenegro's stunning coastal scenery.

During the retreat, you'll have a morning yoga session every day, as well as stand-up-paddle yoga, which is great for improving balance! You'll also enjoy brunch and dinner every day, along with guided excursions to Kotor old town, secret beaches, and a waterfall. Plus, you'll get to participate in a gong bath, sound healing, cacao ceremony, ecstatic and soul motion dance, fire ceremony, and learn about permaculture.

The accommodation options are also fantastic! You can stay in a traditional stone house that has been beautifully renovated, surrounded by a sustainable farm and wilderness. Alternatively, you can opt for glamping in one of their tipis, tents, or even a treehouse!

I have been to Pachamama for workshops in the past and the couple who run it are absolutely lovely. I would highly recommend their retreats!

10.  7 Day Yoga, Sound Healing, and Concious Dance Retreat in Ukropci

RATING: 5 / 5 (1 review) | RETREAT LENGTH: 7 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• Morning Hatha yoga workshops
• Gong bath and sound healing
• Guided hike to a secret beach and ancient Kotor old town sightseeing
• Cacao ceremony, ecstatic dance, and soul motion dance
• Introduction to permaculture and sustainable living
• Fire ceremony in an ancient stone circle (Gumno)
• Daily vegetarian dinners and vegetarian brunches
• 6 nights accommodation

Welcome to another fantastic retreat offered by the wonderful team at Pachamama Farmstay! This retreat is all about connecting with yourself, nature, and others through mindful movement and music.

The daily program is filled with rejuvenating Hatha yoga and immersive gong baths, which are guaranteed to leave you feeling relaxed and recharged. You'll also have the opportunity to explore the beautiful sights of Montenegro on daily excursions to places like Kotor and stunning beaches.

Each day begins with a revitalizing yoga flow followed by a delicious vegetarian brunch. You'll have plenty of choices for activities throughout the day, such as visiting secret beaches or dancing. In the evening, you'll gather with the group for a nourishing dinner and connect through meaningful ceremonies or by gathering around the bonfire.

You can’t go wrong with this amazing retreat experience at Pachamama Farmstay!

11. 8 Day Yoga and Wellness Retreat in Buljarica, Montenegro

RETREAT LENGTH: 7 days | BOOK NOW

Highlights:

• 2 Hatha yoga classes per day
• Free access to the sauna and jacuzzi
• 2 excursions
• Breakfast and dinner and herbal tea
• 7 nights accommodation

This is a laid-back Montenegro yoga retreat that offers the perfect balance of relaxation and exploration. Situated in a charming little village near Budva on Montenegro's stunning coastline, this retreat is the perfect way to unwind and recharge your batteries.

The best part? You have complete flexibility when it comes to your schedule. Want to book a morning yoga class and an afternoon fitness session? No problem! Feel like spending the day at the beach or exploring the local area? Go for it! This retreat is all about catering to your individual needs and desires.

And don't worry about missing out on the sights - the retreat includes two excursions to Lake Skadar and Royal Beach, so you can experience the best of Montenegro's natural beauty. So why wait? Book your spot now and get ready for a truly rejuvenating experience!

Final Thoughts

Montenegro is a hidden gem for yoga retreats, offering stunning natural scenery, rich cultural experiences, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, there's a retreat in Montenegro that can help you deepen your practice, relax, and rejuvenate.

So why not consider this beautiful Balkan country for your next yoga retreat?

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