Wake up to the sparkling Adriatic
Brač Balance is a week-long escape to one of Croatia's most beautiful islands — a place of ancient olive groves, stone villages, crystal-clear waters and long, sun-drenched afternoons. You'll practice yoga poolside with open sea views, share communal meals prepared by a private chef, and explore the island on three included excursions.
This is the kind of retreat where your biggest decision each morning is whether to swim before or after yoga. Everything else is taken care of.
At a glance
Days of yoga, island light and good food
Each day has a gentle rhythm — morning yoga, a nourishing breakfast, time to explore or rest, and an evening session as the sun drops over the Adriatic. No rigid schedule. No rushing.
A typical day
- Morning yoga session by the pool (1–3 sessions daily)
- Breakfast prepared by private chef Filippo
- Excursions or free time — swim, explore the village or simply rest
- Lunch at the villa or picnic on excursion days
- Evening yoga or workshop
- Communal dinner on the terrace
Meals & food
- Private chef Filippo Omiccioli on-site throughout
- Croatian & global cuisine with local ingredients
- Varied breakfasts, villa-prepared lunches, terrace dinners
- Unlimited coffee, tea, fresh juices & fruit all day
- Dietary requirements catered for with advance notice
Three included excursions
Hike to Blaca Monastery
A scenic hike through pine forests and limestone terrain to a 16th-century cliff monastery — one of Brač Island's most dramatic landmarks.
Visit Zlatni Rat Beach
A trip to the iconic Golden Horn beach — one of Croatia's most photographed spots, with crystal-clear water and a distinctive pebble spit that shifts shape with the currents.
Hvar Island boat trip
A boat trip across to Hvar — one of Croatia's most beloved islands — for an afternoon of exploring its old town, lavender-scented hills and the sparkling Adriatic.
Optional extra excursions
Vidova Gora summit hike
Climb to the highest peak of the Adriatic islands (778 m) for sweeping views over Zlatni Rat and the island of Hvar.
Olive Oil Museum
Visit Brač's Olive Oil Museum to see traditional presses and taste the island's renowned olive oil.
Sea kayaking
Paddle the quiet coves and clear water along Brač's coast.
Windsurfing & kitesurfing
Catch the famous Maestral wind at Zlatni Rat, one of the Adriatic's top spots for wind- and kitesurfing.
Cycling the Via Brattia trail
Ride the island's Via Brattia route through olive groves and old stone villages.
Horseback riding
Explore the island's interior trails on horseback and optionally enjoy swimming with horses.
Massages are also available at the villa. None of these extras are included in the package — they can be arranged during your stay; just ask us for details.
Clear pricing, no hidden costs
Choose shared or single occupancy. The price includes everything listed below — the only extras are the few items listed under “Excluded” below.
Shared room
Double occupancy — twin or double bed
+ $800 USD deposit to secure
Payment schedule
Private room
Single occupancy — your own room
+ $800 USD deposit to secure
Payment schedule
Payments are non-refundable, but you may transfer your booking to another person at any time.
Why two currencies? The $800 deposit is in US dollars because it goes directly to your teacher Andrea, who is based in the USA, while the euro balance is paid to Green Yogi Traveler, our European travel agency.
Already booked? Pay your balance
Once your $800 deposit is paid, settle your euro balance here. Choose your room type, then pay the full balance in one go — or split it and pay 50% now.
Card payments include a small processing fee, so these totals are slightly higher than the balance shown above. If you'd prefer to pay by bank transfer or Wise, please contact us.
What's included
- 7 nights' accommodation at Villa Gumonca
- All meals — breakfast, lunch & dinner daily
- Unlimited coffee, tea, juices & fresh fruit
- Daily yoga & workshops with Andrea Boldt
- Yoga equipment (mats, props, blocks)
- 3 guided excursions (see Program)
- Return ferry (Split–Supetar) and private transfer to the villa
- Pool, jacuzzi & sea access at the villa
- WiFi, A/C, daily cleaning & all linens
Excluded
- Flights to Split
- Additional excursions beyond the 3 included
- Massages (available at villa, extra cost)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Two waterfront villas — Gumonca & Mirca, Brač Island
For Brač Balance we take over two adjoining waterfront villas — Villa Gumonca and Villa Mirca — side by side in the village of Mirca, steps from the sea. Between them: two pools (one an infinity pool), covered yoga terraces looking out to the Adriatic, private chefs, and 13 en-suite bedrooms in total — room for the whole group.
What makes the villas special
- Two adjoining waterfront villas, side by side — steps from the sea
- Two pools — one a heated infinity pool — plus jacuzzi and sun terraces
- Villa Gumonca — 6 en-suite bedrooms (5 double + 1 triple master suite with whirlpool bath)
- Villa Mirca — 7 en-suite bedrooms
- Covered yoga terrace — sheltered from sun, open to the breeze
- Direct beach access and sea swimming · games room with billiards
- Mediterranean herb garden with organic vegetables
- Daily housekeeping, WiFi, A/C, all linens & toiletries
Getting there
Fly into Split Airport (SPU) — the closest option. From Split, take the ferry to Supetar on Brač (50 min) then a short car transfer to the villa. The ferry crossing is arranged for you — just send us your arrival time.
Other options: Dubrovnik Airport (3 hrs) · Zadar Airport (2 hrs) · Zagreb with Croatia Airlines domestic flight to Brač Airport (55 min)
Life at the retreat
Real moments from past retreats — yoga, meals, island excursions, and good company.
The people behind your retreat
Andrea Boldt
Yoga Host · 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) · Colorado, USA
Andrea brings over 20 years of experience in wellness, strength and mindfulness — training with honesty, laughter and heart. Based in Colorado, she trains yoga teachers, guides retreats worldwide, and has a gift for meeting people exactly where they are in their practice.
Her teaching weaves together movement, breath and self-inquiry, with space for deep conversations and real moments of transformation. Whether you're stepping onto the mat for the first time or deepening a long practice, you're in good hands.
The Green Yogi Traveler team
Gorana & Davor
Co-founders · Green Yogi Traveler
Your hosts from the Green Yogi Traveler team are Gorana and Davor. With love and care, they organize retreats and make sure your time on Brač is unforgettable! They coordinate meals, photography, video, excursions, and all the practical details of your stay — so you can be fully present and enjoy every moment.
Filippo Omiccioli
Private Chef
Filippo takes you on a culinary journey with carefully prepared dishes inspired by Croatian and global cuisines, enriched with local, seasonal ingredients. From nourishing breakfasts to candlelit terrace dinners, every meal is made with care.
Brač Balance's carbon footprint
This retreat already has a real number behind it. Add your own travel, and adjust your room or diet if they're different from the default, to see your personal total.
Averaged across all guests and room types — already includes room-sharing, vegetarian meals, and our own team's travel to run this retreat. It doesn't include your own journey to get here.
Calculate your personal footprint
Your travel to Brač
Your room
Your diet
Your footprint
Yours may differ slightly from the retreat average above once you pick a specific room and travel — that's expected, since the average blends everyone's choices.
Brač Balance — frequently asked questions
Can I join as a solo traveler?
Yes — solo travel is very common on retreats. We can pair you with a roommate to share a double room at the shared rate, or you can book a single room for €200 more. Either way, you'll be warmly welcomed into the group.
Which airport should I fly into?
Split Airport (SPU) is the closest — about 30 minutes by car plus a 50-minute ferry crossing to Brač. Dubrovnik is about 3 hours away, Zadar about 2 hours. Croatia Airlines also operates a domestic flight from Zagreb to Brač Airport (55 minutes).
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes. Our private chef Filippo accommodates most dietary needs with advance notice. Gluten-free is available, but we cannot guarantee a strictly celiac-safe kitchen due to the risk of cross-contamination.
Are the ferry tickets to Brač included?
The round-trip transfer from Split ferry port to the villa is included. We arrange the ferry crossing for you — just send us your arrival time and we'll handle it.
What is the cancellation policy?
Payments are non-refundable. However, you may transfer your booking and all payments to another person at any time. Contact us to arrange the transfer.
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