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AGONDA, SOUTH GOA

Let’s cut to the chase. Where do you want to go?

Hopefully to the core of your soul, or all the way to the root of that long-buried trauma…because that’s what we’ve mapped!

Geographically, we aren’t doing ‘destination’ retreats, because we are lucky to already live in the most magical part of the world, beautiful South Goa, on India’s west coast.

Discover why we love this part of the planet so much, why it’s the most wonderful base for your journey, and what a stay here looks like.

Agonda is a peaceful, magical, yoga-loving village in South Goa. We are based at the south end of the beach, close to the world-famous Sampoorna Yoga school and some of the best cafes and restaurants in the area. The beach here is beautiful white sand, perfect for swimming, and lovely little waves for longboarding. It's the perfect spot for exploring south Goa for those looking for a gentle, spiritual and soulful experience. We are 15 minutes by autorickshaw, taxi or scooter from Palolem and Patnem, where there's a bigger scene and lots more local resources if you want/need them.

Your accomodation will be at the guesthouse beneath the Silence & Noise Shala. It’s perfectly located for convenience to all amenites including cafes, restaurants, rickshaws, shops and is a 1 minute walk to the beach.

Accommodation is simple and comfortable, with en suite European standard bathrooms, comfy beds and air conditioning. You’ll find a gift bag with some little luxe extras waiting on your bed.

You can choose to have your own room, or conserve funds by sharing with another guest. I will personally match all room-sharers.

Single Room - £999

Shared Room - £750

A non refundable £300 deposit secures your place and the balance is due 6 weeks before your retreat start date (except the January date which is due 4 weeks before)

We want this retreat to be accessible to everyone. If you are really called to join but feeling under resourced, please get in touch as there will be one or two supported places per retreat.

INCLUDED:

Accommodation, breakfast and lunch x 7 days, dinner x 1 evening, all sound sessions, yoga classes, workshops and ceremonies and any required materials, luxe gift bag, personal support, love!

NOT INCLUDED:

Flights, transfers, insurance, dinners (except for opening night), optional extras like 1:1 sessions, massage, surf classes/hire), taxi and local travel.

The retreat is half board and includes breakfast and lunch at Fatimas, where you can dig into the traditional local paratha and chutney or stick to tea and toast. Unlimited bottled water is also included (drink tap water at your peril).

Dinner is up to you - there are a multitude of cheap eats and delicious curries locally, as well as excellent vegan restaurants, a wonderful Italian-run pizzeria, and many other options in nearby towns Palolem and Patnem.

We will have an opening night and closing night dinner together, but the remaining five nights are your to do with as you wish!

Scheduled workshops for your retreat are included - this will usually cover two daytime workshops (ie. mala making astrology), and one or two evening events (ie. drum circle, fire ceremony).

Beyond this, there are plenty of options for you to add in to customise your retreat, including: massage / ayurvedic treatments / surfing / reiki healing / 1:1 yoga / temple tours / boat trips / jungle hikes / trips to waterfalls and spice farms.

If enough of the group are keen on the same activity, we’ll schedule it in for everyone and organise it for you.

November to February is peak season in Goa, but Agonda remains the sleepy little sister in the state, and you won’t find all night raves and late night bars here (although there ARE lots of lovely spots for a sundowner).

The temperature is low-mid 30s every day with overnight lows in the high teens/low 20s. There is a mosquito hour, fortunately a short one, but we do advise ensuring you are prepared.

Goa is the most relaxed of all the Indian states and is used to western tourists, however it’s advisable to be conscious of local custom when it comes to clothing. Beachwear is fine for the beach, but do be considerate of local culture elsewhere.

Goa is a former Portuguese colony and you’ll notice European accents in local cuisine and the local language Konkani. Both English and Hindi are widely spoken and you generally won’t have a problem communicating. We have lots of local fixers who will be happy to help with translation, money change, bookings or anything else you need during your stay.

Please book your flight into Goa Dabolim (GOI) and NOT Goa Mopa (GOX) which is 5 hours away by road!

Dabolim is a 90 minute drive away, your airport transfer will be arranged with our local team and you’ll be collected by someone known personally to me. If rideshares work, we’ll offer them. A one way ride from the airport to Agonda costs approx £25 regardless of number of passengers.

In Agonda you’ll be able to move around on foot no problem. We can direct you to the right places for local rickshaws, taxis and scooter hire if you are keen to get super local. In general, a trip up to half an hour away should be no more than £5 - £6 in a taxi, a little less in a rickshaw. Scooters will cost around £6 per day to hire.

MEET THE FOUNDER

Hello, I'm Janie. A sound & vibroacoustic therapist, crystal reiki master, cosmology expert and intuitive healer.

I curate an inter-disciplinary toolkit of spirituality and science to reboot ancient arts for the stressed, the sceptical and specifically for the 21st Century.

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the silence & noise shala in agonda goa is a space for the cosmic arts

I curate an inter-disciplinary toolkit of spirituality and science to reboot ancient arts for the stressed, the sceptical and specifically for the 21st Century.

LEARN MORE

I AM THE CREATOR AND CURATOR OF SILENCE & NOISE SHALA IN AGONDA

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AGONDA, SOUTH GOA

MEET THE FOUNDER

Hello, I'm Janie. A sound & vibroacoustic therapist, crystal reiki master, cosmology expert and intuitive healer.

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