What to pack for a yoga retreat - the 10 essential items for women

So you’ve finally booked your yoga retreat and now it’s time to get packing! If you have been hanging out to get the best deal on a last minute flight you will find the best deals on Skyscanner.

What to pack for a yoga retreat – the 10 essential items for women

1. Yoga Mat

A firm favourite of travel yogis, the Manduka eKO superlite weighs only 2 pounds and is 1.5mm thick.

Buy from Manduka.

2. Yoga mat carrier

Manduka’s GO Steady mat carrier is ready to transport your practice to the next level. Separate compartments will keep your mat, clothing and personal items organised and protected. Plus it’s weather and water resistant.

Buy from Manduka.

We also recommend the Ultralight Travel Yoga Mat by Yogo, weighing only 1kg and which you can buy on sale at the moment from Amazon. Compact and travel friendly it’s made from eco-friendly natural biodegradable rubber.

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3. Yoga Towel

Here’s two of our favourite designs from Manduka. These soft, plush, eco-friendly, high-performing towels feature yogitoes’ patented Skidless technology that grips the towel to your mat and prevents slipping no matter how much you move or sweat.

Buy from Manduka.

4. Three pairs of funky yoga leggings

We’re down dog in these reversible leggings from Sweaty Betty in an edgy print. Super soft and high-stretch, these reversible leggings are so comfortable you may not want to take them off. Fully opaque both printed and black side out, the interlock knit fabric looks amazing.

Buy from Sweaty Betty.

Add a little sparkle to your practice with these striking Surihaku Leggings from Manduka. The classic rise and snug fit will hug every curve of your body and the foil paneling will shimmer with energy as you flow.

Buy from Manduka.

5. Yoga Bra’s

Soft, delicate and seriously pretty, this light support bra from Sweaty Betty Brahma Padded Yoga Bra is so comfortable, you may never want to take it off. The strappy, v-shaped back ensures this is the prettiest bra you own.

Buy from Sweaty Betty.

Stand out from the crowd in this neon Sweaty Betty Shanti Yoga Bra

Buy from Sweaty Betty.

Prepare for stares in this beautiful open back vest with mesh. In high stretch breathable fabric that’s sweat-wicking and comfortable, the beautiful open strap back is made for showing off for yoga with a supportive bra layered underneath.

Buy from Sweaty Betty.

6. Yoga Tank Top

This versatile top offers you two looks in one. Who can ask for more? A lightweight undervest keeps you dry, while the sheer burnout over layer is sweat-wicking. Wear together or alone for every workout.

Buy from Sweaty Betty.

7. Water bottle

✔STAY COOL/KEEP HOT – Grsta Sports Water Bottle Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Thermos Flask is double vacuum insulated, even on plane board with pressure change it will not leak. Maximum temperature retention; keeps drink cold for 24 hours and maintains hot liquid temperatures for up to 12 hours.

8. Comfy hoody for travelling

Buy from Sweaty Betty.

9. Journal

10. Travel sized organic skincare

Buy from Planet Organic.

Green People scent free sun lotion

Buy from Green People.

Quinoa hair & body travel collection by Green People.

Buy from Green People

Now the question is one case or two? How long are you gong for? Under one week you should be able to fit this all into your hand luggage.

Fly the British flag with this patriotic multi-sport holdall with a subtle Union Jack design from Sweaty Betty. It has a top handle and removable strap.