FAQs
You can book your flight to come directly to Fuerteventura airport (FUE airport code, based in Puerto del Rosario).
For a wider choice of flights, you can fly to Lanzarote Arrecife airport (ACE) and take the 20-minute ferry crossing to Fuerteventura. The last ferry crossing to Corralejo from Playa Blanca, Lanzarote is at 19:00 so please make sure your flight arrives by 16:00 if travelling with luggage.
The Azulfit Surya Retreat is located in the village of Villaverde.
Getting here from Fuerteventura airport
Fuerteventura airport is 35 minutes from the Surya Retreat. We recommend that you allow us to organise a transfer for you. This will ensure that you have no waiting around at the airport and that your driver knows exactly where you are going, allowing you to get to us and settle in as smoothly and stress free as possible.
The cost is as follows:
1 Guest – 45 euros
2 Guests – 22.50 euros per person
3 Guests or more- 15 euros per person
We always try to arrange shared transfers for guests arriving at similar times to keep your costs down. Coming by public transport is not recommended as you will need to take three buses to get to the Surya Retreat (bus number 3 to Puerto del Rosario, changing to the number 6 to Corralejo then the number 8 to Villaverde).
If you are hiring a car, please click here for SURYA RETREAT DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS.
Getting here from Lanzarote Arrecife airport
Lanzarote Arrecife airport is approximately one and a half hours away. From the airport you take the bus (one hour) or a taxi (30 minutes) to the ferry terminal at Playa Blanca. The ferry takes 20 minutes to Corralejo ferry terminal. It is then 15 minutes from the ferry terminal to the Surya Retreat by taxi. The last ferry crossing to Corralejo from Playa Blanca, Lanzarote is at 19:00 so please make sure your flight arrives by 16:00 if travelling with luggage.
There is no interruption to our retreat schedule and we have not had cancellations resulting from COVID-19. Currently, there are no vaccination or testing requirements to travel to Spain.
The majority of our guests travel to us on their own to take a much-needed break away from the pace of day-to-day life. You will meet other like-minded people who are with us for a healthy break. At the retreat, brunches and five evening meals are included and the group dines and socialises together. On the remaining evenings’ guests often choose to enjoy meals together at one of the excellent restaurants a short walk away. You also have the option to stay in and self-cater. During free time, some guests like to spend time exploring the island together, other guests are happy to enjoy the beautiful beaches and downtime on their own – whatever your needs are, Azulfit offers a fun and safe environment for solo travellers of all ages.
We offer a beautiful pool at the retreat, to relax in and take a dip to cool down. The pool is not a full-length lap pool but you can enjoy doing laps in the pool. The ocean is beautiful and warm enough to swim for most of the year. We have sun loungers and offer inclusive pool/ beach towels for your retreat week. We also have a 6 seat deluxe Jacuzzi at Surya retreat.
We offer inclusive classes for all levels from beginner to advanced, so join us if you would like to try Pilates or yoga for the first time. We offer a variety of yoga classes so you can sample and work out the best style for you, and our teachers work with you to safely help you progress and challenge yourself each week.
Group size varies from fourteen to eighteen guests. Our excellent instructors provide attention and progressions to all levels so you come away equipped to accomplish your goals. They will provide modifications and challenge progressions where needed.
Azulfit can accommodate special dietary requirements, including gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan/ vegetarian diets. We are a bustling, love-filled retreat kitchen so cannot accommodate all allergies or preferences but we will work with you to the best of our ability. Please indicate allergies on the booking form and we can correspond with you directly about them. Please read our allergen policy for further details. It is important for us to know if your allergy is Grade I, II or III before booking so please do reach out to us beforehand so we can ensure we speak with our kitchens in case of a severe allergic reaction.
To provide you with the best possible wellness experience, we do not serve or sell wine or alcohol on-site.
Guests may choose to purchase alcohol or wine from the local supermarket for consumption during dinner hours, mindful of fellow guests and the wider retreat experience. We ask that guests observe quiet hours between 22:00-06:00.
We encourage guests to participate fully in the wellness experience and to avoid consuming alcohol, caffeine, sugar and meats during your retreat with us.
We really believe in the opportunity to revive, restore and rejuvenate through mindful movement and a simple, but the completely nourishing approach to what we consume. We are committed to creating the best possible environment for your transformation and growth, leaving you feeling energised and renewed on your return home.
We encourage guests to rest and restore and ideally be reading, journaling, etc by about 9:00 PM. We ask that the retreat itself is quiet from 10 pm onwards to allow guests to rest and sleep at the time that feels best to them.
The pool and hot tub close at 22:00.
Access to hot tea, water and fruit is available in the lounge 24/7, however, we encourage guests to respect that guests may be resting from 10 pm onwards.
Please see information on special conditions here. In all of our classes, you are encouraged to go at your own pace and to listen to your body. We try, where possible to take note of any injuries or illnesses you have and offer you suitable modifications and adjustments. In cases of serious injury, illness, or pregnancy we ask that you consider booking a private class or private class package, where you get private tuition, at your own pace. If you have any serious doubts about attending the retreat, you can contact us and also should seek advice from your doctor.
Azulfit supplies yoga mats, yoga blankets, bolsters, blocks and bricks, magic circles and yoga straps, as well as any additional equipment needed for the specific session.
We also have Reformer / Tower Units for Pilates privates.
Our retreats start each Saturday afternoon, and run for 7 nights, with checkout the following Saturday. Checkout is at 11:00 am but we are happy for you to stay on-site through the day if you have an evening flight. We try, where possible, to accommodate arrival dates early in our set weeks, as flights to the island can be difficult to find at certain times of the year. We can recommend alternate accommodations nearby to the retreat should you want to arrive early, or depart later than our set dates.
Guests are brought to the retreat immediately from the airport. If your room is not yet ready you can relax with a drink by the pool, or use any other facilities, while your is prepared.
Guests are welcome to stay in their accommodation until 11 am, and we ask that departing guests place their belongings in a secure area so that the rooms may be prepared for new arrivals.
Please contact Carola or Barbara (our lovely cleaners) or a staff member if you need to have some washing done. Clothing delivered on Monday morning will be returned washed and folded on Wednesday and if delivered on Wednesday it will be returned on Friday. The price for this service is €5 – €10 depending on the number of items.
We try to create a mellow environment away from the stresses of a busy life – however, we do appreciate that some guests would like to access the internet during their stay with us. Wifi is available on-site in all common areas, free of charge. Fibre optic internet has recently been installed throughout the site, as of November 2022.
Clothing:
- Comfortable clothing for Pilates and yoga sessions
- Summer clothes and swimwear
- Warm jumper for the evenings and more warm clothes during winter months for breezy evenings
- walking shoes for optional volcano walks or walking around the village
Winter also bring:
- Warmer clothing for early mornings and evenings, as these tend to be considerably cooler than during the day
- Something warm to sleep in
- Appropriate footwear for our tiled floors, such as slippers or warm socks
Toiletries
- Sunscreen
- Toiletries (shampoo, shower gel etc)
- Mosquito repellent
- Medication
Electronics
- European adapter
- Alarm clock/ phone alarm
- Phone charger
- If you are bringing your mobile device or laptop, WIFI is available at Surya Retreat free of charge.
You do not need to bring (these are provided):
- Yoga mats and equipment for sessions
- Surf courses include wetsuit, transfers and equipment
- Bath towels or sheets, these are provided.
- Beach towels and pool towels
- Hair dryers
We also have a washing machine for those who wish to pack lighter and avoid luggage expenses.
For an all-year-round weather guide click here.