About The Retreat

Escape to paradise at Donkey Bay Club, Zakynthos! Immerse yourself in Greek tranquility on the all-inclusive Greek Getaway Retreat. Embark on a breathtaking boat journey to Turtle Island, marvelling at nature’s wonders. Dive into adventure with a unique experience swimming with horses, forging unforgettable memories.

Indulge in authentic Greek cuisine, 3 meals a day. Discover serenity through our spiritual massages, tailored for every guest. Unwind in luxury accommodations and soak in the Aegean’s beauty.

Join us for an unforgettable fusion of relaxation and excitement. Don’t miss the chance to rejuvenate your spirit in the heart of Greece. Your dream retreat awaits!

Venue

Our retreat home is the Donkey Bay Club in Zakynthos. Sleep in elegantly adorned rooms in a Greek villa with stunning sea views.

The Resort overlooks the Bay of Bouka (next to Tsilivi Beach) with its own path to the beach (50 meters, 49 steps).

Teachers / instructors

Retreat Leader – Marie Fryman – Certified Health Coach

Just like the guests she helps on her retreats, Marie-Helena was searching for her next act. As a marketing executive in London, she dreamed of living abroad and running a company that was rooted in helping others. After much soul-searching Marie-Helena decided to pursue her certified holistic health coaching certification and move to Canada.

She created Marpole Retreats based on the holistic principles she studied at the Institute of Integrated Nutrition, namely that a healthy and HAPPY life is rooted in wellness, relationships, creativity and purpose.

Schedule / Typical day

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2

From 09:00 | Arrivals & Check ins

​19:30 – Late | Dinner

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3

8:30 – 09:30 | Yoga

​10:00- 11:00 | Breakfast

​13:00- 15:00 | Lunch

​19:30- Late | Dinner

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

08:30 – 10:00 | Breakfast

​10:00 – Onwards | Keri Caves & Turtle Island

​19:30 – Late | Dinner at local restaurant; Avil

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

08:30 – 09:30 | Yoga

10:00 – 11:00 | Breakfast

​13:00 – 15:00 | Lunch

​16:30 – 19:30 | Swimming with Horses

​20:00 – Late Dinner

​SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6

08:30 – 09:30 | Yoga

​10:00 – 11:00 | Breakfast

​13:00 – 14:30 | Lunch

​15:00 – 19:00 | Zakynthos Town Visit

​20:00 – Late | Dinner

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6

08:30 – 09:30 | Yoga

​10:00 – 11:00 | Breakfast

​13:00 – 14:30 | Lunch

​15:00 – 19:00 | Zakynthos Town Visit

​20:00 – Late | Dinner

Food / Cuisine

Savor Greece’s essence with three daily meals, a flavorful journey of authentic Mediterranean cuisine. One night we will indulge in a sumptuous evening feast amidst a charming Greek village as the sun sets.

Example Breakfast Menu

Local breads and pastries, fresh fruit, a selection of ham and cheeses, Greek yogurt, granola, coffee and a variety of teas or mint and lemon water, a variety of juices plus an Á la carte egg menu.

Example Lunch Menu

• Zucchini and Eggplant Sticks with Yogurt Dip
• Rocca, spinach, beetroot, cucumber and goats cheese salad
• Penne pesto salad
• Rainbow salad
• Roast Chicken
• Garlic and herb bruschetta

Example 4 Course Dinner Menu

• Chefs Taster Special Appertizer
• Calarmari rings and aioli dip
• Beans Yiahni
• Moussaka
• Souzoukaika and cumin yogurt
• Sorbet

Location and how to get there

You have a couple options to get to this retreat. Flights to Zakynthos Airport or a bus and ferry from Athens are our two main suggestions.

​Airport transfers from Zakynthos Airport to the venue are included in your booking.

​Getting to Zakynthos by Plane

​All year long, daily direct flights connect from Athens International Airport (ATH) to the newlybuilt Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH). The flight takes 50 minutes. The three main airlines operating this route are SkyExpress, Olympic and Aegean.

​During busy periods, low cost carriers such as Ryanair, Volotea, Wizzair and EasyJet, have direct flights connecting most European cities to the island. For more info, refer to Skyscanner.

​Getting to Zakynthos by Ferry

In addition to flying, another available option is travelling to Zakynthos by ferry from mainland Greece, Cephalonia Island, and Italy.

Getting to Zakynthos by Bus

KTEL operates the Athens-Zakynthos-Athens and Patra-Zakynthos-Patra bus routes. The bus ride from Athens to Zakynthos takes 6 hours, including the ferry from Killini, whereas the ride from Patra to Zakynthos takes 3hours, including the ferry from Killini.

​Retreat Price

Prices are in CAD (Canadian Dollars)

Private room 1 person $5,297.82
Shared room two people $$6,497.82

EARLY BIRD OFFER / SAVE 15% with Code: GG15

Included

• 5 nights accommodation
• 3 meals a day
• 1 x sumptuous evening feast amidst a charming Greek village as the sun sets.
• Airport transfers and transfers to and from all activities
• A scenic boat journey to Turtle Island
• Swimming alongside majestic horses in an unforgettable and unique aquatic adventure
• 3 x ocean-view yoga classes
• A deeply rejuvenating and holistic spiritual massage experience
• A 1:1 Health Coaching Session with a certified Health Coach to discuss your goals and create actionable steps to achieving them.

How to book

For further information and booking click here.