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How many people come on your retreats?

The full, one week, all-inclusive retreats are often designed for groups of up to 12 people. The Mini-Retreats, however, may be from a single person, traveling alone…to a couple, 2-3 friends, or a larger size group.

Can I come along alone?

For the Mini-Retreats, absolutely. Sometimes, you will be able to join up with another single traveler or other Mini-Retreat guests, and other times you might be the main retreat focus!

Can you tell me more about the accommodations?

There are several choices. The settings are beautiful, the views often astonishing. Retreat guests generally have a private bedroom and bath, with a king, queen or full size bed. Depending on your group configuration, there may be times where you would share a large bedroom with another retreat guest.

What sort of food do you offer at the retreats?

On the Mini-Retreats you wil plan and prepare all your own meals. For the full, all-inclusive retreats, the group leaders can cater for almost any diet. Generally-speaking, they tend to have fresh local fruit for breakfast, (mangoes, papaya, bananas etc), with smoothies, yogurt, toast, maybe eggs, or pancakes or oatmeal. For lunch, they often have salads with some form of protein, e.g. chicken, eggs, turkey, cheese etc. For dinner, we often have fresh local fish, or chicken and vegetables or salad. So, if you have special requests, (e.g. vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free etc), that’s OK, just let us know in advance.

What if I have health issues or am overweight?

The best thing to do is to call and discuss your issues with us. We have had all sorts of shapes and sizes, and ranges of health on the retreats before. If we know in advance, we can prepare for you.

Do you hold the retreats on specific pre-arranged dates?

Yes, for the group retreats. However, for the Mini-Retreats, we work with you to plan your dates at a time that work best for you. You may find a better deal with the airlines on specific dates, or you may be able to work in better with your other commitments, if you have a choice in your dates. The retreats do not start or end on a specific day of the week, as we shall decide this together.

Do you have to be a specific kind of denomination or religion to attend your retreats?

Not at all. We attract quite a range of guests. However, if you have a specific daily practice or routine for prayer, contemplation or meditation, please just let us know what your needs are.

Do I need to get a rental car?

For the Mini-retreats, you will need to rent your own car and drive yourself around. forthe group retreats, it is not necessary, as the leaders will arrange for you to be picked up and dropped off at the airport.

Can I stay longer than the 6 nights?

Yes, you are welcome to add on extra nights, for both the group and the Mini-Retreats.

What methods of payment do you accept?

Mastercard, Visa, Discover, Personal Checks, Money Orders, International Transfer, or Cash. Whatever works best for you!

What do I need to bring with me?

Bring at least 2 swimsuits, sirong or wrap (for ladies), a couple T-shirts or golf-shirts, shorts, 1 pair of long pants for the (optional) hike to the lava, sweatshirt or jacket for the cooler nights, something nice to wear out at night (just in case you go out to dinner, although casual dress is totally acceptable here), wetsuit (optional, if you tend to get cold, and especially useful in the Winter months), snorkel gear, (can be rented or purchased upon your arrival), hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, underwater disposable camera, (can be purchased here) and a journal. You are also welcome to bring along some of your favorite CD’s.

What is a good time of year to come to see more dolphins and other marine life?

We are very blessed that the dolphins live here on the Kona coast all year-round. So, any month of the year works well for dolphins. We have about a 95% chance of being with the dolphins on any given day from the boats. The Humpbacks are here from December-March, and the Pilot Whales & Manta Rays are here all year-round.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer or very fit?

We have had all sorts of fitness level and snork-ability! If you have any concerns or fears, just let us know ahead of time. For instance, we have plenty of floats, life-jackets, noodles, boogie boards etc to assist with your level of confidence.

What else do people say about the retreats?