If you’re a nature lover who’s looking for a nurturing space to find inner peace and connect with nature’s wisdom to live a balanced, sustainable, and fulfilling life- then join us for 5 days of mindful yoga, delicious cuisine, and soul-soothing meditations nestled in the stunning Alaska Mountain Range. 

 After hiking a trail dotted with colorful wild berries and the sweet scent of blossoming wildflowers, you arrive at the mighty Morning Mountain. You feel the the soft, mossy green arctic tundra beneath your feet and begin to notice your own heart blooming in the embrace of Alaska's wilderness. 

Your mind settles into a peaceful calm as your eyes drink in sweeping views of endless peaks and valleys of the majestic Alaska Mountain Range. To get ready for your Yoga in Nature class, you find the perfect spot to settle down and then gaze out upon one of the most inspiring, serene landscape you have ever imagined.  

Gracefully flowing through yoga poses and breathing in the fresh mountain air, your heart fully awakens as you connect with the vibrant energy of nature and discover a new sense of confidence on your path to true well-being. At the end of class, you rest on the ground and your back sinks down into the spongy, soft moss that’s just like getting a gentle hug from Mother Earth. 

Welcome to Heart of the Wild, your haven for heart-centered exploration and transformative experiences!

• through peaceful immersion in nature, you will get a chance to disconnect from urban distractions and noise so you can return home more relaxed, focused, and clear-minded to maintain a lasting sense of tranquility.
• you will take time for self-care and nourishment, getting a break from your responsibilities so you can release anxiety and overwhelm, feeling fully refreshed and equipped to enjoy a balanced, peaceful life.
• by supporting green, sustainability-focused businesses and enjoying plant-based, locally sourced foods, you will get to make a positive impact on the environment so you can feel good about your actions and inspire others to do the same.
• while enjoying forest bathing and incredible hikes, you will disconnect from technology and reconnect with nature so you can unwind and discover inner peace and calm, sustaining this sense of serenity long after the retreat ends.
• you will meet and connect with like-minded nature enthusiasts, gaining a supportive community to share ideas with and feel inspired to make a lasting change together.

 Have you been dreaming about truly unplugging and getting back to nature? 

Come stay with us and support a business that is not only recognized for their dedication to sustainability, but is also running off the grid with their own fresh, clean water and solar power supply! 

Your retreat is hosted by Denali Hostel & Cabins, an Adventure Green Alaska member since 2022. This designation is awarded to sustainable tourism businesses operating in Alaska that meet standards of economic, environmental, and social sustainability. 

You can feel good about your purchase choices while you support green businesses that share your values on environmental responsibility, care about Mother Earth, and are taking action to make the planet a better place!  

Located 13 miles South of the Denali National Park entrance, the property is nestled between evergreen trees and Carlo Creek right on the Alaska Highway 3, aka Parks Highway. 

 Nothing says “I’m on Retreat” like nourishing your body, mind, and spirit with gourmet meals from a professional, international chef. 

Sit back and relax while Yoga Chef Jess lovingly prepares your fresh, vegan food throughout your retreat. As an expert in Health and Nutrition, seasonal eating, and foraging- Jess will be curating a Summer Menu to satiate your senses and fuel your adventures. Use this time to detoxify from unhealthy eating habits and maybe even find some new favorite dishes along the way. 

If you have never eaten vegan food before, your retreat will be a great chance to indulge and enjoy this healthy diet option. In fact, at our last retreat, our food was so good that some folks didn’t even realize they had been eating plant-based for 5 days! 

Jessica’s cuisine will leave you feeling full & satisfied! 

 Begin each day mindfully with meditation on the banks of the gorgeous, blue Carlo Creek. Learn to slow down, connect inward, and be at peace in your own mind. Through this inner peace and relaxation, you will be more fully present and soak in the incredible beauty surrounding you on this epic retreat. 

 Treat your body and unwind tension with daily yoga classes. Our instructors are experienced Yoga Teachers trained in a variety of yoga styles and will lead you into deep relaxation, feeling fully refreshed and recharged. All group classes will be held outdoors in the open, fresh air and may be on rough or uneven terrain due to nature’s perfect imperfections. 

 Yoga is much more than just placing your body in different positions. These practices have the potential to nurture and enliven every layer of the self- all the way to the most subtle parts of your being. Every session will include elements of pranayama breath and kriya energy, providing you with a well-rounded and holistic yoga program. There will be a few sessions focused exclusively on this breath and energy work. 

 There is enough hiking in and around Denali to spend an entire lifetime exploring and never get bored! Our retreat includes a hike up Carlo Creek to Morning Mountain. With a sweeping view of the Denali Valley and surrounding mountain ranges, indulge yourself in a Yoga in Nature class at the top with lunch afterwards. This hike is about 6 miles, roundtrip, with a medium to steep incline.  There is also time in our schedule to choose your own adventure in Denali National Park. If you would like to have more time to explore the surrounding area, we recommend arriving early, or staying longer and revel in the vast nature at your doorstep.  

 On your “Explore Denali Day,” you can take time to visit and hike in Denali National Park, rest and relax along the creek, or book an adventure with one of the world-renowned tour operators in the area.