All-Women Climbing & Yoga Retreat in Istria, Croatia

Things to know

• What’s included?

  Included:

  • • An experienced, local climbing guide and yoga teacher with extensive knowledge of the area
    • 7-day all-women Istria climbing & yoga retreat
    • Accommodation for 6 nights in a charming mountain lodge in Istria (double occupancy)
    • All meals — organic food from the region (varied breakfast, smoothies from Lyo Food, healthy snacks for climbing, and a 3-course dinner)
    • Barbecue & campfire
    • All shuttles to climbing crags & sightseeing, as in the itinerary
    • Climbing & coaching as in the itinerary
    • Personal advice, analysis, and training planning
    • 2x video analyses
    • Hiking & sightseeing as in the itinerary
    • Yoga classes every day
    • Climbing gear & yoga mats
    • Multimedia lecture — life of the exceptional athlete Ines Papert
    • Movie night
    • Professional climbing photos
    • Free bike rentals (e-bike, MTB, gravel bike)

  Add-ons:

  • • Single occupancy room (available to add at checkout)

  Not included:

  • • Travel to Istria, Croatia
    • Guide gratuities — optional
    • Travel and medical insurance — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  Whether you’re a recreational climber looking to deepen your practice or an experienced climber seeking a new challenge, this Istria climbing & yoga retreat for women is designed with you in mind! The days that you’ll spend in the charming Istria promise growth, connection, and an encouraging environment.

  Please note:

  • • Basic climbing experience recommended
    • Familiarity with belaying preferred for the best experience
    • Consider taking an introductory climbing course prior to the trip

  The variety of routes in Kompanj is amazing and covers a wide range of difficulty levels between 5a and 8c+. From technical vertical climbs to steep overhangs, there’s something for everyone—from total beginners to advanced climbers. Daily yoga practices can also be fully customized and they’re specifically tailored for climbers. Lead skills are not necessary.

• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

  • • Day pack large enough to carry your climbing equipment and water
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
    • Approach shoes
    • Climbing shoes — let us know if you don’t have them and would like to rent them upon booking
    • Comfortable climbing & yoga clothing
    • Spare clothes for layering
    • Waterproof rain jacket
    • Sunhat
    • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, etc.)
    • Sunglasses
    • Camera — optional (but recommended)

  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and pricing

  • • For this Istria climbing & yoga retreat for women, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
    • It takes a minimum of 5 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8 participants. There will be 2 guides.

  Istria climbing & yoga retreats for women can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
• Getting there and meeting location

  The starting point of your Istria climbing and yoga retreat for women is Kompanj, which is where your lodge is. To get there, most people fly into Trieste Airport (TRS), Rijeka Airport (RJK), or Pula Airport (PUY). From there, it’s best to take a taxi or rent a car to reach Kompanj, a small village on the Istrian peninsula.

  Make your way to Mountain Lodge Istria (exact address is Kompanj 24, 52420 Buzet, Croatia). Check in somewhere between 4 and 6pm, as you’ll have a welcoming drink and a meeting with your group at 6:30pm.

• Safety measures and insurance

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

  Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

  Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits

  You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

  Cancellations

  Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

  Basic

  • • In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
    • For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a 70% refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, there is no refund.

  Flexible

  • • In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
    • For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 30-59 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 0-29 days before the trip, there is no refund.

  Super Flexible

  • • In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
    • For cancellations 30 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 0-29 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.