Everything You Need to Know About Wellness and Yoga Retreats in Tonga
Yoga and wellness are about escaping the stresses of modern-day life and reconnecting with the things that matter.
Forget the tourist hotspots of Thailand and Bali. How about you get off the beaten track and experience a retreat in the remote yet stunning island paradise of Tonga? It’s almost certain that this is the most tranquil destination you’ve ever considered for a retreat, with most of the islands of Tonga being pristine and untouched.
We go through the island groups, resorts and what to expect on a wellness and yoga retreat in Tonga in this guide.
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Best Yoga Retreat in Tonga
Where do you find the best yoga retreat in Tonga?
- Yoga With Maja
Scroll down to “The Best Wellness and Yoga Retreat in Tonga” for more details on this yoga retreat. For more ideas on guiding your own Tonga retreat, check out the 10 Health & Wellness Experiences in Tonga.
© TongaPocketGuide.comWhere to Find Wellness and Yoga Retreats in Tonga
If you’ve found a retreat to amazing to resist or are looking for destinations where you might be able to find a retreat, then chances are, you’ll be taken to one of two island groups in Tonga.
Wellness and Yoga Retreats in Ha’apai
The biggest yoga and wellness retreat destination in Tonga is the Ha’apai Group, a scattering of around 62 islands, most of which are uninhabited. The small islands with sandy beaches, turquoise waters and lush palm forests provide an idyllic setting for retreats away from the hustle and bustle.
While Ha’apai only has a small selection of resorts, many of them are set up for yoga and wellness retreats. Not only do they have stunning natural settings for independent yoga sessions on the beach, but they also have their own yoga pavilions, decks and instructors.
Learn more about Ha’apai’s best resorts for yoga in the 5 Best Yoga Resorts in Tonga, as well as more about arranging a trip to this island group in The Complete Travel Guide to Ha’apai.
Wellness and Yoga Retreats on Tongatapu
Home to Tonga’s largest international airport, Tongatapu is where most retreats in Tonga start, spending at least a night on the island. In addition, Tongatapu is home to the country’s capital, Nuku’alofa, where it’s possible to find regular yoga classes and fitnesses classes.
Check out destinations for yoga classes or beautiful settings for some self-guided yoga in the 10 Best Places to Experience Yoga in Tonga, while more information about Tonga’s main island can be found in The Complete Travel Guide to Tongatapu.
Wellness and Yoga Retreats in Vava’u
An up-and-coming destination for yoga and wellness retreats is the islands of Vava’u. The Vava’u Group is home to some of Tonga’s most premium resorts, some of which have a brimming retreat calendar. Yoga retreats are the main type of retreats found in Vava’u.
Find out more about these resorts in the 10 Best Places to Experience Yoga in Tonga, as well as how to plan a trip there in The Complete Travel Guide to Vava’u.
© TongaPocketGuide.comThe Best Wellness and Yoga Retreats in Tonga
Of course, wellness and yoga retreats take place in Tonga on a year-by-year basis. Here are some of the top yoga tutors and companies that offer the most frequent yoga retreats in Tonga.
Yoga With Maja
Yoga With Maja invites you to one of the most profound wellness experiences in the Kingdom, a week-long retreat on the island of ‘Eua, where humpback whales gather each year to rest, sing and nurture their young.
This isn’t about thrill-seeking; it’s a slow, reverent meeting with the ocean, the whales and yourself.
You’ll spend five unforgettable days on the water, approximately seven hours each day, witnessing breaching whales, tender moments between mothers and calves, and swimming alongside these majestic creatures. Daily yoga, pranayama and meditation help you integrate the magic, absorbing the wisdom these ancient beings carry in their songs.
Your accommodation sits less than 50 metres from the sea, with private verandas offering uninterrupted ocean views. You might even hear whale songs drifting through the night.
The retreat includes guided whale encounters, all meals, whale consciousness workshops, healing experiences, wellness facilities (ice bath, spa, sauna), marine biology presentations, a traditional Tongan kava ceremony and domestic flights from Fua’amotu to ‘Eua.
The Best Resorts for Retreats in Tonga
Some resorts in Tonga shine above the rest when it comes to retreats. Throughout the year, they have a vibrant retreat calendar, typically chosen because they have the ideal set-up for yoga with yoga pavilions and mats available. Even if you don’t manage to catch a retreat at these resorts, they offer idyllic environments for self-guided yoga and meditation.
One notable resort is the Blue Water Retreat, a secluded eco-resort on ‘Eua with nine traditional fales and two expanders. There’s a dedicated yoga deck for those morning sun salutations or evening stretches. It’s perfect for groups seeking an off-the-grid retreat experience whilst still enjoying comfortable, authentic accommodation just steps from the beach.
Learn more about these resorts and more in the 5 Best Yoga Resorts in Tonga.
© TongaPocketGuide.comWhat Can You Expect from a Yoga Retreat in Tonga?
What’s on the agenda for yoga retreats in Tonga? Well, each retreat has a mix of common features, as well as something unique. Yoga retreats in Tonga typically include the following:
- Daily yoga sessions
- Healthy meals from sustainably sourced ingredients each day
- Accommodation for each night
- Free use of the resort’s watersports equipment like SUP boards, kayaks and snorkelling gear
- Airport transfers.
Some retreats have more unique features, such as:
- Swimming with whales
- Guided snorkelling trips
- Private healing sessions
- SUP yoga and fitness classes
- Cultural performances
- International flights
- Domestic flights
- Travel insurance.
© TongaPocketGuide.com5 More Wellness Experiences in Tonga
Yoga is not the only way to unwind and rejuvenate in Tonga. Combine your yoga and wellness retreat (or curate your own) with some of the following wellness experiences:
- Learn how to make natural oils and Tongan medicine at Ancient Tonga
- Browse natural coconut oil products a Koko Designs
- Practice sustainable living at one of Tonga’s off-the-grid eco-resorts
- Learn how to make traditional Tongan handicrafts with Fehoko Art & Tours
- Find yourself one of the many hammocks on the beaches around Tonga!
For more ideas and details, check out the 10 Health & Wellness Experiences in Tonga.
More About Wellness and Yoga Retreats in Tonga
That’s it for our guide to wellness and yoga retreat in Tonga. For more retreat ideas, take a look at the following:
- 5 Beautiful Places to Experience Yoga in Tonga
- Where to Get a Massage in Tonga
- 5 Best Yoga Resorts in Tonga
Finally, complement a trip of rejuvenation with the 101 Best Things to Do in Tonga: The Ultimate List.
Sources:
The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Tonga and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:
- Tonga Tourism Authority (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
- Tonga Ministry of Tourism (FAQs about visiting Tonga - Updated [2025])
- SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Revenue & Customs (Customs and immigration contacts - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Agriculture & Food, Forests and Fisheries (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
- Ministry of Infrastructure (Land and aviation transport info - Updated [2025])
- Tonga Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
- Tonga Statistics Department (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
- Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Tonga - Updated [2025])
- Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Tonga - Updated [2025])
- Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Tonga - Updated [2025])
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