Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

Samma Karuna is a yoga and healing school located directly on the beach of Haad Chao Phao, north of Srithanu on the west coast of Koh Phangan. The campus offers beachfront facilities, a private beach area, a restaurant, a sauna, and a therapeutic indoor pool, and is one of the most affordable options for a relaxing yoga retreat on the island.

The main program, "Awakening & Healing," runs year-round and lasts between 6 and 28 days. Up to six courses are offered daily. An experienced teacher will accompany you at the beginning to help you design the program and will be available to support you throughout the course. Prices include accommodation: from €32 per night in an air-conditioned bungalow with six beds, over €43 for a shared bungalow, €60 for a private bungalow, and up to €85 for a bungalow with a sea view. Discounts are available for stays of 11, 22, and 28 days. A two-day Reiki workshop is also included for stays of 22 days or more.

Classes are held twice daily from Monday to Saturday and once on Sundays. The school also offers a 200-hour yoga teacher training program. Bookings can be made through Samma Karuna's website. A songthaew ride from the pier in Thong Sala to the west coast costs approximately 150 to 250 baht per person.