A two-hour drive from Granada, in the village of Gigante, 16 sustainably built treehouses with plunge pools and outdoor showers await guests. Classes are held on a huge beachfront platform. Every stay includes one wellness class (meditation, yoga, or a raw foods consultation). Throughout the year, visiting yoga gurus lead retreats.

Seven-night yoga retreats from $1,850, including meals, activities, and workshops. (509) 456-7737, aquanicaragua.com. Image courtesy of Aqua Wellness Resort. This story appeared in the January/February 2012 issue. 

Find other yoga retreats:
Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute
Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, Massachusetts  
Jicaro Island Ecolodge, Nicaragua
Gaia Retreat and Spa, Australia
Como Shambhala Estate, Bali
Ananda, India
Domaine de la Grausse, France