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Yakushima Wellness Retreat

Days

7

Grade

3

Distance

30km

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Overview

HERE IT IS! Our brand new Hiking and Yoga Retreat in Japan; 7 days / 6 nights on the paradise island of Yakushima! We’ve curated an itinerary that strikes the perfect balance of relaxation, spirituality, hiking and activities to make this the ultimate retreat.

The Japanese are pioneers in mind, body and spiritual connection. And on this trip we’ll immerse ourselves in their culture, learning new ways of connection and relaxation.

If you appreciate the beauty, power and complexities of trees! You’ll love Yakushima. Home to some of the worlds oldest cedar trees. You’ll be hiking along trails deep into lush green forests, to stunning waterfalls. Swimming in the warm waters and snorkelling off the coast. Plus your daily yoga and mindful sessions on this beautiful island AND eating locally sourced Japanese foods… you’ll be floating back home; full of zen, glowing and feeling fresh!

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No hassle, no stress

Itinerary, accommodation, food...TSA has it covered! Join us on this adventure without the stress of organisation so you can focus on getting the most out of your trip.

Expert guidance

Highly trained and experienced tour guides who bring the adventures to life. Our guides are remote first-aid trained and carry powerful UHF radios, PLBs, and first-aid kits.

Great community

Create long-lasting connections and friendships with like-minded people. Our community is one of the largest hiking communities in Australia and we're growing every year!

Hiking and scenery

Experience the best wildlife, scenery, and trails around the world. We take you on the paths less travelled to create unforgettable memories.

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Secure your spot with a non refundable deposit, and have the remainder payment be automatically split over additional payments. Proceed with booking to choose your payment option. See here for our payment plan details terms and conditions.

Tour Highlights

  • 6 nights in Hotel Yakushima, a beautiful hotel on the coast   
  • A traditional Japanese multi-course dinner ‘Kaiseki’ to kick start the trip (all ingredients locally sourced) 
  • Yoga sessions each day to enhance flexibility, strength and balance
  • Forest bathing and meditation sessions to reconnect with nature and find inner peace
  • Daily wellness, mindfulness and nutrition sessions to empower your holistic well-being
  • Hiking the famous UNESCO trails of Yakushima

What's Included

  • Six nights accommodation in twin share (or single occupancy can be arranged at an extra charge)
  • Daily yoga (hopefully on the beach) sessions with a professional yoga instructor 
  • Meditation and Wellness sessions to enhance your mind-body connection. 
  • Motivational sessions to help you create more time and energy in your life, reducing frustration and gaining control
  • Hiking, walking and fitness activities; including short hikes to mesmerizing waterfalls, refreshing swimming holes and lush rain forests
  • Optional activities such as snorkeling, massage, spa treatments and stand-up paddle boarding (at extra cost) 
  • Delicious and nutritious dinners served in our accommodation each night 
  • Highly trained and experienced tour guides who’ll bring your adventures to life

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival on Yakushima
Included:
Hotel
Dinner
- Arrive at Yakushima Airport or ferry port. - Transfer to your accommodation and settle in. - Orientation and briefing about the week ahead. - Arrival evening yoga session to unwind and relax. - Locally sourced 7 Course Welcome Dinner included at Ryokan
Day 2 Shiratani Unsuikyo Forest and Yoga
Included:
Hotel
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
- Morning yoga session amidst the serene surroundings. - Hike through the enchanting Shiratani Unsuikyo Forest, known for its ancient cedar trees. - Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst nature. - Return to the accommodation for relaxation afternoon/evening for free time - kayak, SUP etc or included fitness or stretch session.
Day 3 Jomon Sugi and Yoga
Included:
Hotel
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
- Embark very early on a challenging hike to Jomon Sugi, one of the oldest cedar trees in the world. - Enjoy a packed lunch on the trail. - Return to the accommodation for relaxation and evening wellness and stretching post highlight filled hike.
Day 4 Yakusugi Land and Yoga
Included:
Hotel
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
- Morning yoga session with a focus on grounding and connecting with nature. - Visit Yakusugi Land, a nature park showcasing ancient cedar trees. - Explore various walking trails and viewpoints. - Optional forest bathing experience. - Return to the accommodation for relaxation and evening wellness with dinner.
Day 5 Onsen Experience and Yoga
Included:
Hotel
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
- Mostly free day but can include a mix of activities and non hiking for the group - Morning yoga session to rejuvenate your body and mind. - Visit one of Yakushima's natural hot springs (onsen) for a soothing and therapeutic experience. - Enjoy the relaxing hot spring bath. - Cultural experience - local craft and pottery or woodwork experience and local cross cultural exchange opportunity - Return to the accommodation for relaxation and evening wellness (or wellness morning and sunset yoga today).
Day 6 Waterfall Exploration and Yoga
Included:
Hotel
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
- Morning yoga session to stretch and revitalize your body. - Explore Yakushima's stunning waterfalls, such as Oko-no-taki, Senpiro-no-taki, and others. - Enjoy a picnic lunch near a waterfall. - Return to the accommodation for relaxation and evening yoga.
Day 7 Yakushima Farewell
Included:
Hotel
Breakfast
- Final morning yoga session to reflect on your journey. - Free time for personal exploration or optional activities (depending on flights) - Departure

Accommodation

6 nights in the beautiful Hotel Yakushima set along the coast. We'll spend 6 nights on Yakushima Island, known for its wildlife and ancient cedar forests (over 1,000 years old). It's now become a Natural World Heritage Site and National Park. You might even see Yaku deer and Yakushima Macaque (monkey) in the rain forests. Single supplement is available at extra cost. Please inquire to check availability.

Food

Be prepared for some delicious Japanese cuisine. Our food will be prepared and sourced locally, with fresh and nutritious ingredients. We can cater for special dietaries and food intolerance (please let us know of any at the time of booking).

Where we're going

Yakushima, Japan

What our adventurers have said

This is our first Yoga and Hiking trip to Yakushima, Japan. What this space for a testimonial after the trip :)

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WHY CHOOSE
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FRIENDSHIP

Most of the people that come on our tours come by themselves. Our community is built on friendships that have been made on our trips, experiencing something life changing together, the shared memories and also goals to do more in the future! We encourage people not to be anxious about coming on these trips by yourself as we promise you will leave with some like minded friends and be really glad you made the decision to get out of your comfort zone and join in.

BELONG

Our community is our backbone. We have had so many people start with no hiking experience, basic fitness and not knowing anyone on our trips. These same people have gone on to do some incredible multi day hiking trips with us and their friends they have met in our community. Witnessing the development of their fitness, confidence, experience, friendships and happiness is why we do what we do. Come join us and let us help you get from the couch to the top of the mountain!

ADVENTURE

Experiences, not things. The moments that take your breath away. The feeling of accomplishment and the realisation that you are capable of so much more than what you thought. The views that blow your mind and the ticking off of bucket list items. We take all the hard work out of it for you. We organise the lot so you can just turn up and get the best of your experience without all the headaches of organising/logistics. We make it easy for you to do all the thing you want to do – you just need to turn up and be ready to jump into life!

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