Vikation
The only thing better than a vacation is a Vikation. Vikation is the signature experience at Vikasa which combines deep relaxation with meaningful challenge. Take a vacation that leaves you in better shape than before.
The only thing better than a vacation is a Vikation. Vikation is the signature experience at Vikasa which combines deep relaxation with meaningful challenge. Take a vacation that leaves you in better shape than before.
Invest In Your Personal Evolution
Time spent on Vikation is always well invested.
Evolution On Your Terms
Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to join yoga and meditation classes you choose to accelerate your path of transformation and evolution. Try yoga and meditation at your own comfortable pace. Your schedule can be as exciting or as relaxed as you wish.
Meaningful Ethical Voyages
Discover your new home away from home at Vikasa where you can focus solely on your growth in an idyllic environment and abundance of healthy foods and juices. Add activities such as paddle boarding, spa treatments, healing, private instruction or detox programs.
Connection and Community.
Designed to bring the community together. Interact with like-minded people in a safe community and enjoy the exotic cultures and climate of Koh Samui by visiting temples, green markets, walking streets elephant sanctuary and more.
Experience A Relaxed Yoga Vacation in Thailand
A vacation that leaves you in better shape than before.
How do you feel about your life? Is it a life of health, happiness, and personal evolution? Are you excited and growing? How about your vacations? Are they meaningful experiences that leave you stronger, clearer and more connected? Or do you tend to overindulge and return feeling like you need another vacation? Meaningful holidays lead to personal growth. Vikasa means evolution when translated from Sanskrit. Our Signature Vikation is the perfect way to take a deep breath from life and return to society feeling more powerful than before. Reset your energy by experiencing the Vikasa Lifestyle.
The Vikasa lifestyle was created to help you reap the maximum enjoyment of your journey.
The benefits of the Vikasa lifestyle are often seen within the first 14 days. You’ll find you won’t get run down or sick as often as you used to. Your immune system will be triggered and strengthened. Your mind, body, and spirit will become stronger, and your confidence will skyrocket. Self-transformation is not something that anyone else can do for you. When you start making small changes and understanding the effects of your thoughts and environment, you’ll reawaken something deep within you.
Experiencing the Vikasa Lifestyle even for a short amount of time could potentially kick-start a permanent change in the way you live.
Vikation is the signature experience at Vikasa which combines deep relaxation with meaningful challenge. This lifestyle is not about limiting yourself. After all, life is about having fun and experiencing the many adventures along the way. However, we believe a little bit of discipline never hurt anyone. Humans thrive on patterns and rituals. Discipline is not about restricting ourselves from enjoyment or about becoming isolated. Discipline is about integrating important lessons into the good parts of life. We’re not talking about forcing yourself to change. We simply propose that you introduce small changes like meditation, a few yoga poses, healthier eating, or writing a gratitude list every day. These simple techniques can completely change your life and the direction of your path. A yoga vacation is the perfect kick-start into a new set of habits.
Begin your transformation today.
Kosta Miachin created Vikasa as a place for transformation. This magical place has been a starting point for lifestyle change for thousands of people. Many of our guests return to Vikasa every year to brush up on their lifestyle habits and enjoy our diverse community.
Lifestyle
Rest
Wake up naturally to the song of tropical birds instead of an alarm clock.
Nourish
Nourish your body with real fuel like fresh fruits and bountiful salads.
Community
Meet a new friends and interact with like-minded people in a safe community.
Yoga
Stretch
Discover how to reach a bit further each day in our friendly yoga classes.
Breathe
Give meditation a try and let the power of your own mind surprise you.
Focus
Allow your health to be the first priority without distractions.
Results
Self Love
Empower yourself to take responsibility for your own happiness.
Stress Adaptation
Don’t just relieve stress, train your nervous system to be more resilient.
Transformation
Watch how effortlessly your body transforms when it gets what it needs.
Do you value personal transformation and meaningful experiences?
Begin Your Transformation From Home
Download Vikasa Lifestyle Guide for FREE!
Kosta Miachin created Vikasa as a place for transformation. This magical place has been a starting point for lifestyle change for thousands of people. Many of our guests return to Vikasa every year to brush up on their lifestyle habits and enjoy our diverse community.
If you can’t come to Vikasa you can still start your lifestyle journey from home. Simply download the free lifestyle guide and begin your transformation today.
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Take a Vikation, Take A Deep Breath From Life
Evolution feels amazing. Our signature Vikation is the perfect way to take a deep breath from life and return to society feeling more powerful than before.
After a yoga vacation, your daily life will suddenly seem to be on a different vibration. You may start to branch out naturally into new circles. The new people you will start to attract will be healthier and happier people. When you tap into your deepest energy, you’ll unlock a powerful force which is mirrored in those around you. You’ll have a spring in your step with more energy and enthusiasm to live your life the way it was meant to be lived. Your confidence will rise, your mind will clear, and you’ll feel a deeper sense of self-love.
The Vikasa lifestyle is about waking up and kick-starting the dormant beast within.
Sadly, most people are stuck in some kind of rut. They never get started on their path to evolution because they shelter themselves from change. They stay stuck in patterns and neglect their own health and wellbeing. They think yoga is about fancy poses and looking pretty on a mat. They make excuses such as “I’m not flexible, I’m not spiritual, yoga is not for me.” The Vikasa lifestyle is about waking up and kick-starting the dormant beast within. It’s about going back to basics and reconnecting with a lost part of ourselves so we can step outside of this matrix and really live.
Our attitude towards life is what we call our life philosophy. Your inner view of the world creates your outer world as a mirror image. It can be heaven or hell on earth depending on the way your attitude is wired and how you think about your life. Your life philosophy is created by the thoughts you think and the beliefs which shape the reality around you. Wherever we put our intention is where our life grows. If we focus our power of intention on one thing, that thing will grow. If we focus it on ourselves, we will thrive. Over time, we evolve into our authentic self.
The Only Thing Better Than A Vacation Is A Vikation
Vikation is our most flexible way to experience the Vikasa Lifestyle. It is available year-round for any length of stay. The rates are all-inclusive of your room, meals, yoga and meditation.
What’s included:
Accomodation
Comfortable rooms at Vikasa Yoga Retreat priced by your selection.
Healthy Meals
Healthy abundant meals (brunch and dinner buffets) every day at Life Café.
Yoga and Meditation
Unlimited group yoga and daily meditation classes during your Vikation.
Yoga Mats and Props
Yoga mats, blocks and towels are provided during your Vikation.
Access to Facilities
Get free access to our Infinity Pool and Meditation Pagodas.
Airport Pickup
Airport transfers available for an extra fee
Booking Info: Upon booking, program rates will be displayed in Thai Baht and per person.
Guest Experiences
Check out these short feature films, a day in life at Vikasa of some of our guests to get a sense of the transformation they experienced.
A Place For Transformation
Vikasa is truly a paradise location which adds an extra dimension to your yoga practice as a whole.
The environment is conducive to relaxing where you can disconnect from the hustle and bustle and allow you to focus inwards on your practice and spiritual growth. Here at Vikasa our core values are the three ways in which consciousness expands. This expansion starts with the self, it grows through our minds, bodies and energy until we are powerful motivators of connection and manifestors of change through our communities and throughout our world. Vikasa is the ideal healthy lifestyle venue for a yoga training, due to its balance of secluded island paradise, freshly-prepared food and a yoga sala constructed in a beautiful setting and designed to get the best out of students – making it the perfect environment for study.
We are a relaxed establishment where you can unplug and reconnect to something deeper in a meaningful way.
Vikasa Yoga Retreat in Koh Samui offers several types of accommodation ranging from simple eco-friendly bamboo bungalows to full-sized rooms. We are not a one-size-fits-all kind of place. Our rooms are democratically priced because we believe this range of accommodation allows for a wider range of students to experience Vikasa.
Yoga Retreat With Accommodation In Koh Samui
Our rooms celebrate simplicity. We have minimal decorations to create a feeling of zen. You will notice some of our room options have a “+” which means they are a little bit bigger than the standard category.
- Available
Yoga Cave Plus
Rest and recenter in a compact yet calming space that combines comfort and simplicity. Restful tones and natural materials channel through.
- Rooms with ocean view
- Single bed (single occupancy only)
- Shared bathroom (hot shower)
- Budget rooms
Promotional Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,180
All Included
- Available
Yoga Cave Plus
Rest and recenter in a compact yet calming space that combines comfort and simplicity. Restful tones and natural materials channel through the room drawing your thoughts inwards, and your gaze outwards to the sea and meandering coastline. Caves are modest in size with a single twin bed designed for solo journeys. The space may be small but you won't feel caved-in as sweeping ocean views give a sense of infinity. Each Yoga Cave is climate controlled and has access to the shared but clean bathroom facilities right next to the block. Bathrobes and basic toiletries are provided.
- solo traveler
- Rooms with ocean view
- air-conditioning
- shared bathroom facilities with hot water showers
- Bathrobe
Promotional Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,180
All Included
- Available
Prana Cabana Plus
With Vikasa's private beach just steps away from your cabana, you'll have direct access for early morning swims or late night moon gazing Discover.
- ocean view
- Near the beach I air-conditioning
- Hot shower
- Terrace
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
- Available
Prana Cabana Plus
With Vikasa's private beach just steps away from your cabana, you'll have direct access for early morning swims or late night moon gazing. Discover how nature can help ground you and make you feel at home in this small corner of paradise. Rise in the morning to the sound of the waves. These mid-sized free-standing cabanas offer all the basic creature comforts in a truly unique way. You'll feel miles away from home and closer to yourself than ever before.
- cosy space
- ocean view
- Near the beach
- air-conditioning
- Hot shower
- Terrace
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
- Available
Lotus Pad
Renew your flow each morning gazing over the calming waves or nestled in the rejuvenating tropical gardens; these pads offer a serene space.
- Rooms with garden view
- Queen or Twin bed
- En-suite bathroom (hot shower)
- Private balcony with bean bag
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
- Available
Lotus Pad
Renew your flow each morning gazing over the calming waves or nestled in the rejuvenating tropical gardens; these pads offer a serene space that centers around the plush king bed oriented towards the beautiful, expansive views. Each room is accented with local elements and eco-friendly toiletries. Most lotus pads have a private terrace to soak up the fresh island air, meditate, relax and take in the stunning natural surroundings. They’re conveniently located between the cafe and the yoga salas so you can recharge between classes
- ocean or garden view
- air-conditioning
- hot shower
- terrace
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
- Available
Prana Cabana
Nestled right where the beach meets the jungle, you'll have the best of both worlds. These cabanas are a short walk from the beach, perfect.
- Rooms with ocean view
- Queen or Twin bed
- En-suite bathroom (hot shower)
- Private balcony with bean bag
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
- Available
Prana Cabana
Nestled right where the beach meets the jungle, you'll have the best of both worlds. These cabanas are a short walk from the beach, perfect for that mid-afternoon dip in the sea. Experience our most rustic and minimal accommodation and be free from distraction as you unwind and take in the inspiring surroundings from your own private terrace. Skip down to Vikasa's private beach and unwind with the sand between your toes. You'll have everything you need, and nothing you don't. Release yourself from the fuss of urban life and get back to basics.
- cosy space
- near the beach
- air-conditioning
- hot water shower
- terrace
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
- Available
Lotus Pad Plus
Awaken to the blissful ocean breeze and embrace sunrise with uninterrupted ocean or garden views. Comfortable furnishings flow around.
- Rooms with ocean view
- Queen or Twin bed
- En-suite bathroom (hot shower)
- Private balcony with bean bag
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
- Available
Lotus Pad Plus
Awaken to the blissful ocean breeze and embrace sunrise with uninterrupted ocean or garden views. Comfortable furnishings flow around the centrally positioned king bed, complete with high quality mattress and bedding. Curl up on your private terrace with a book and cup of complementary in-room tea. Enjoy complementary eco-friendly toiletries and a spacious, uncluttered bathroom. Lotus Pad Plus is our most complete and comfortable option, a perfect choice to recharge, unwind, and feel like yourself again in the unmatched natural beauty of Samui Island.
- Rooms with ocean view
- Queen or Twin bed
- En-suite bathroom (hot shower)
- Private balcony with bean bag
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
- Available
Yoga Cave
Rest and recenter in a compact yet calming space that combines comfort and simplicity. Restful tones and natural materials channel through.
- Rooms with ocean view
- Single bed (single occupancy only)
- Shared bathroom (hot shower)
- Budget rooms
Promotional Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,180
All Included
- Available
Yoga Cave
Rest and recenter in a compact yet calming space that combines comfort and simplicity. Restful tones and natural materials channel through the room drawing your thoughts inwards, and your gaze outwards to the sea and meandering coastline. Caves are modest in size with a single twin bed designed for solo journeys. The space may be small but you won't feel caved-in as sweeping ocean views give a sense of infinity. Each Yoga Cave is climate controlled and has access to the shared but clean bathroom facilities right next to the block. Bathrobes and basic toiletries are provided.
- Rooms with ocean view
- Single bed (single occupancy only)
- Shared bathroom (hot shower)
- Budget rooms
Promotional Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,180
All Included
- Available
Zen Bungalow
Immerse yourself in nature in an authentic Thai style bungalow built from natural local materials. These cute free-standing bungalows are uncluttered.
- Rooms with garden view
- Single bed (single occupancy only)
- Private bathroom (hot shower)
- Eco-friendly
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
- Available
Zen Bungalow
Immerse yourself in nature in an authentic Thai style bungalow built from natural local materials. These cute free-standing bungalows are uncluttered to nurture a clear mind, with the comfort and convenience of a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. This is the ultimate escape from uninspired hotels and overbooked resorts that zap your energy, and instead creates a personal space ideal for the solo traveler that carves their own path. With a private hot shower and climate control, these bungalows give the full jungle experience without sacrificing comfort.
- garden view
- air-conditioning
- hot shower
- Eco-friendly
Early Bird Rate:
$3,500
All Included
Standard Rate:
$5,460
All Included
Have you ever returned from vacation feeling like you need another one to recharge your batteries and feel full of life?
Get Inspired
Enjoy the exotic cultures and climate of Koh Samui. Explore the island or add activities while you’re on Vikation.
What People Are Saying?
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- on Trip Advisor
“I’ve been here now the third time here within six years. The place was already incredible then, but its constant evolution makes it continously even better.”
Pratima Gadhave
- on Google
“Best place for relaxing, learning yoga and for being close with nature. Loved my time here cleaning my mind and soul. Feels refreshing. And the spa is amazing”
Sandra Kuenzler
- on Facebook
“Top notch yoga classes, great food at Life Café by Boris Lauser, super friendly staff! The most relaxed, happy place, filled with positive energy and love!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Browse the FAQ or get in touch with one of our instructors for personal assistance.
Vikasa is located on Koh Samui, which is an island in the Gulf of Thailand. Vikasa is in the south east corner of the island, in between Chaweng Noi and Lamai. Vikasa is a 20 minute drive from Koh Samui International Airport (USM) and a 35 minute drive from the Nathon and Lipa Noi ferry terminals.
The best way to get to Vikasa is to fly into Koh Samui International Airport (USM). There are daily flights into Koh Samui from Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and others. We will arrange your pick up from the airport.
This will depend on where you are from. For details of Thailand’s visa arrangements with specific countries see here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_ThailandAlthough tourist visas are generally required, there is an exemption for travellers from 30 countries (Australia, UK, USA, France, Germany, Sweden and others) who wish to travel to Thailand for 30 days or less. If you are a citizen of one of these countries you do not need to obtain a visa. Note that if you plan to stay for longer than 30 days, it is possible to obtain a short extension from the immigration office on Koh Samui at some point during your stay.
If you are not a citizen of one of the countries with which Thailand has specific visa exemption or waiver arrangements, you will need to obtain a 30, 60 or 90 day tourist visa before arriving in Thailand
Vikations are suitable for all levels.
Yoga clothes, tropical climate clothes and swimwear. Yoga mats and props and towels are all provided. You may want to add an excursion to your program such as a waterfall hike, in which case a pair of sneakers would also be handy. If you want to use the Sky Gym during your stay you’ll need gym clothes too.
Our wonderful community is a diverse bunch from all over the world. Most Vikation guests are solo travelers who report forming strong friendships with during their stay. You can have plenty of time to yourself or you can socialize as much as you want with our community seating and chill out lounge.
Koh Samui is a beautiful tropical island located in the Gulf of Thailand. It is approximately 90 minutes from the mainland via ferry, but is easily accessible via airplane. It has a population of around 70,000 people and has key infrastructure such as a small international airport, good medical facilities (including hospitals), banking facilities (including ATMs), good wifi coverage and good roads. It is possible to drive around the entire island in around 90 minutes, and visitors generally either travel via scooter or taxi as walking is difficult. Vikasa is located between Chaweng Noi and Lamai in a quiet area of the island. It is possible to walk from Vikasa to nearby beaches, but guests generally stay on the Vikasa premises or rent scooters or taxis for trips to nearby markets and shopping malls. The weather is generally hot year round, with temperatures often around 30 degrees celsius.
We recommend that participants download the free lifestyle guide and read up on the Vikasa Lifestyle before arrival. If you don’t have time to read it that’s ok too, we will review some content during your program.
Are you ready to go on Vikation?
A vacation that leaves you in better shape than before.
