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Vikasa is located in Koh Samui, Thailand. Vikasa is located in the south east of the island, close to Lamai and approximately 20 minutes by taxi from Koh Samui International Airport (USM).

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. Alternatively, the Vikasa team can also arrange your pick up from the airport. Flying is the quickest route, but tourists and yoga enthusiasts can also travel by train and ferry which takes approximately 13.5 hours.

This will depend on where you are from.  For details of Thailand’s visa arrangements with specific countries see here.

Although tourist visas are generally required, there is an exemption for travelers 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

Anyone is welcome to join us for a Vikation. The beauty of the Vikation program is you have the freedom to customize your retreat in Thailand. Choose your dates, your duration and your room, then have unlimited access to yoga classes, enjoy delicious meals and access to all facilities. You can also choose the level of intensity or relaxation you prefer in your time with us.

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.

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 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. This breathtaking island provides a perfect environment for practicing yoga due to its remote setting, natural surroundings, beautiful beaches, and untouched seas.

Our wonderful community is a diverse group of people from all over the world. Most Vikation guests are solo travelers and oftentimes, strong friendships are formed as people enjoy their yoga Vikations at Vikasa. Vikations allow you the freedom to enjoy as much solo time as you please, and if you’re craving some like-minded company, it’s easy to socialize with other guests after yoga classes, in the pool or at the beach, and during meal times in the Life Cafe. It’s a great way to travel solo, but still feel the support of a great community around you.

You are welcome to download the free lifestyle guide and read up on the Vikasa Lifestyle before arrival if you wish to find out more about our philosophy. Otherwise, simply come with an open heart and open mind.

We often have a promotion running for our Vikations. If so, you will find the details in our booking page here.

Anytime is a good time for a Vikation! The weather is generally hot year round, with temperatures often around 30 degrees celsius. March to April can be a little warmer, while September and October can be slightly wetter. However generally the weather is tropical and humid — perfect for a relaxing yoga retreat! December through until March is typically the busiest time of the year so if you wish to join then we do encourage you to book in advance.

It is totally up to you! However, a typical day could look like rising nice and early with the sunrise to enjoy our 7am Vikasa Complete yoga class overlooking the ocean. Followed by a delicious abundant brunch in the Life Cafe. Several days a week there is also a 9:15am class if you choose to sleep in and enjoy the later class! During the day, guests love enjoying time in the infinity pool, hanging out at our private beach, or exploring Koh Samui. We can easily arrange trips for you to see temples, waterfalls, visit an elephant sanctuary, go snorkeling or a number of other tropical adventures. 

If rest and relaxation is more your vibe, you can also book a spa treatment and enjoy a massage in our clifftop, open air massage salas. Come late afternoon, there is a 5pm yoga class, followed by a delicious buffet dinner in the Life Cafe. At night, you have the option to choose a gong bath class, chill class to enjoy in the sala, a ‘meet and greet’ or a relaxed yoga philosophy lecture in the Life Cafe bean bag area. Other special events may be happening during your stay so be sure to check in with our team upon arrival.

As long as you please! We have a 3-night minimum stay requirement, however beyond that is entirely up to you. We suggest that booking your Vikation for at least a week is a good amount of time to really get a feel for the Vikasa lifestyle and enjoy everything on offer. We have guests that love staying longer too when possible. Chances are, once you arrive, you will be reluctant to leave!