Sun, Surf & Wellbeing

Yoga, Chi Gong & Zen Meditation

Eco Tarifa is a centre dedicated to bringing more than a little well being to Tarifa.

Its recently refurbished yoga premises area called the "Flower of Life" offering a haven of peace and tranquillity. The classes offered by the yoga teachers are for complete beginners through to advanced practitioners. Different styles are also available – Hatha Yoga; Ashtanga Yoga and Iyengar Yoga. The emphasis, however, is on taking part and benefiting from the sessions.

Also on offer is yoga for expectant mothers as well as yoga for children.

Chi Gong as well as Zen meditation is also on the timetable.

As guests of Great Escapes we can introduce you to the centre and ensure you can participate and enjoy not only their classes but the delicious foods they serve in their restaurant.

The centre also offers several types of massage and guests wanting to partake of any of the classes or services on offer need only make enquiries when they book for Great Escapes and all the relevant information including costs will be forwarded on to them.

Anyone wishing to book in advance can do so whilst booking their accommodation.

Kitesurfing and other sports

As well as yoga, there are other choices available to guests wishing to take part in sporting pursuits during their holiday.

Kite surfing and wind surfing classes are available and classes and equipment can be booked and hired at most of the surfing shops on the main street in Tarifa town itself. One of the most popular schools is run at Valdevaqueros, a five minute drive from Great Escapes along the N340 coast road.

The hotel Hurricane and the hotel Dos Mares both offer equestrian facilities on site and horse riding through the countryside or along the beach are popular pastimes.

At Great Escapes we offer the facility of hiring mountain bikes and taking in the surrounding countryside whilst cycling in the natural beauty and tranquillity of La Peña.

Whale watching is another popular pursuit by visitors to Tarifa as are a variety of water sports, including diving.

Wellbeing packages

Here at Great Escapes we also offer wellbeing packages throughout the year.

As well as accommodation we can offer a range of life management services. From life coaching through to counselling we have professionals available at certain times of the year to offer these specialised services in a tranquil and unforgettable setting.

Further details of what's on offer throughout the year can be obtained by e-mailing yarbry@hotmail.com