Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has unveiled two exclusive Ocean Wellness Retreats, offering guests a transformative wellbeing experience at sea.
Designed to restore balance and inspire self-discovery, these one- and two-night retreats blend expert-led mindfulness, movement, and holistic rejuvenation with the healing power of the ocean.
A journey of renewal at sea
Julanda Marais, senior lead spa at Explora Journeys, said the retreats reflect the ocean’s natural rhythm and restorative energy.
“Our Ocean Wellness Retreats are crafted to offer guests a journey of renewal and reconnection,” Marais said. “Through movement, meditation, and immersive wellbeing experiences, we invite them to embrace the ocean’s flow—emerging refreshed, rebalanced, and revitalised.”
Set aboard EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II, the retreats focus on energy, sleep, relaxation, mindfulness, and immunity, harnessing the ocean’s influence to enhance wellbeing.
What to expect from an Ocean Wellness Retreat
Each retreat offers a range of carefully curated experiences to harmonise the mind, body, and spirit:
- mindful movement – Dynamic practices such as Surya Shakti Yoga, Pranayama breathwork, Qigong, and Core Revival.
- rejuvenating seminars – Expert-led discussions on stress management, sleep science, and everyday wellbeing rituals.
- transformative wellbeing events – Sound healing, energy alignment, and immersive experiences like the joy of reconnection and exploration ceremony.
- self-reflection and personal growth – Guided journaling, meditation, and manifestation workshops.
- nature-based reconnection – Open-water meditations, sunrise and sunset breathwork, and ocean sound healing sessions.
Retreat details and pricing
Led by wellness visionary Carlie Barlow, the retreats will take place on EXPLORA II from 18 to 25 March 2025 and EXPLORA I from 2 to 9 April 2025.
- step into serenity – one-day retreat (USD 199 per person)
A full day of purification and renewal, blending yoga, pranayama, and reflective practices to cultivate inner calm. - the depths of exploration – two-day retreat (USD 359 per person)
A deeper immersion featuring sound healing, meditation, and expert-led seminars for profound self-awareness and rejuvenation.
Each retreat includes a bespoke wellness programme, a 100 per cent cotton yoga tote, a lavender-infused eye pillow, mindful affirmation cards, an Ocean Wellness booklet, and an evening turndown amenity.
