UY&W Adventure Retreats | Yelapa, MExico
2023 dates: JAN 24-31 & Jan 31-Feb 8
Couples = Spouses, friends, siblings, etc. most often 2 to a bed. (photo taken from a bedroom; tan roof of yoga pavilion shown.)
Yelapa, Mexico | new venue upgrade!
Remote Coastal Village
Private Open-Air Accommodations
Private Open-Air Accommodations
Yelapa has no cars, so it's all walking trails.
across from the beach, providing lounge chairs with fresh food/drink service & wonderful restaurants along the way.
Private Open-Air Accommodations
Private Open-Air Accommodations
Private Open-Air Accommodations
We have upgraded our lodging to a beautiful mix of upscale & open air, directly across from the beach, with winding stone staircases and beautiful ocean views & infinity pool.
A perfect blend of comfort in the jungle town.
Group & Private Exploration
Private Open-Air Accommodations
Group & Private Exploration
Though each day has a fun group activity,
there is plenty of time to explore the village or relax at the beach on your own.
Activities are included, but optional.
It's your retreat, do what you'd like!
Morning Yoga
Whale Watching & Snorkeling
Group & Private Exploration
Join your hosts as they rotate teaching different styles of yoga & breath work, in an open pavilion. *Always optional.
Waterfall Hikes
Whale Watching & Snorkeling
Whale Watching & Snorkeling
Being walking village, you'll appreciate the simplicity of the area & friendly people as we walk through on our hikes to 2-beautiful waterfalls, enjoying a refreshing soak.
Whale Watching & Snorkeling
Whale Watching & Snorkeling
Whale Watching & Snorkeling
January is the perfect time for whale watching (as they come in to the bay) and snorkeling,
with a stop for fresh tacos & ceviche at a neighboring coastal village
Your Hosts
D'ana Baptiste
Christian Jones
D'ana Baptiste
Yoga Therapist, Author, Founder of Centered City Yoga/Inbody Academy, Yelapa retreats & much more. Having lived & written her books there, she enjoys sharing her experience and love of Yelapa through these retreats.
Elise Jones
Christian Jones
D'ana Baptiste
Yoga Therapist, Founder of UY&W.
After D'ana's request to join her in Yelapa, she fell in love with it and is honored to collaborate & co-host these retreats. Going on 4 years now, every year keeps getting better as we find more things to incorporate!
Christian Jones
Christian Jones
Christian Jones
RYT 200, Mens Yoga/stretch.
Husband to Elise, supportive friend to D'ana, & keeps everyone laughing. He's happy to co-host & be part of the Couples Adventure as he loves Yelapa, is fluent in Spanish & evening guitar serenades.
Travel Details | Registration | Contact
Flight Info: Puerto Vallarta
Women’s: Jan 24-31 Couples: Jan 31-Feb 8
Flight Info: Puerto Vallarta
Flight is not included in price.
Fly into Puerto Vallarta.
Get round- trip tickets early for better price!
RETREAT #1 - Jan 24-31 (FULL)
ARRIVAL TIME: Jan 24 anytime
DEPARTURE TIME: Jan 31, after 4:00pm
(to catch water taxi/flights on time)
RETREAT #2 - Jan 31-FEB 8 (OPEN)
ARRIVAL TIME: Jan 31 anytime
DEPARTURE TIME: FEB 8, after 4:00pm
(to catch water taxi/flights on time)
Water Taxi to Yelapa
Women’s: Jan 24-31 Couples: Jan 31-Feb 8
Flight Info: Puerto Vallarta
Upon arrival we will transport you from airport to hotel. The next day, after a morning excursion, we will enjoy the scenic 45 min boat ride to the beautiful coastal village of Yelapa,
our home for the week.
*Disclaimer:
This is an adventure retreat.
We have FUN in the elements and much walking every day on uneven surfaces. If you enjoy nature, trails, stone stairs, hiking, getting wet, hopping in & out of boats from the ocean, fresh fruit & seafood, open air (yet private) lodging, boating at sea, beach lounging, more tacos, ultimate simplicity, and do not require high personal maintenance, this retreat is for you!
Women’s: Jan 24-31 Couples: Jan 31-Feb 8
Women’s: Jan 24-31 Couples: Jan 31-Feb 8
Women’s: Jan 24-31 Couples: Jan 31-Feb 8
Price includes:
7 nights lodging, water taxis, ocean excursions, breakfasts/dinners, daily yoga.
(Lunches, drinks & beach service on your own)
*Flights not included.
One couple per private casita, any combo of 2: spouses, friends, siblings, based on shared bed/occupancy for both retreats.
RETREAT #1 (Jan 24-31) FULL/CLOSED
w/ D'ana & Elise
RETREAT #2 (Jan 31-Feb 8) IS OPEN!
w/ D'ana, Elise & Chris
$1895/person | Double occupancy
($1795 for returning guests)
*ADD-ON ZIP LINING INCLUDED
$500 non- refundable deposit reserves spot.
Full amount due by Thanksgiving.
Venmo: EliseJones_UYW
Paypal: Elise@UtahYogaAndWellness.com
(Please comment "Mexico Jan 31")
Waiver: (Must be completed to register)
https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/60ff5f2e81622/web/
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