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Yujing, Tainan City

Taiwan ChaoChaoWo Yoga Healing Forest

Yoga garden sanctuary — people and land healing together in Tainan

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Our read

The practice is structured, not decorative, and it stays small enough to feel like a house rather than a hotel.

Come here for

  • Being told what happens next, instead of planning it
  • Daily practice as the spine of the trip, not an add-on
  • Staying somewhere that takes its land seriously
  • Small groups and solo travellers who dislike crowds

Skip it if

  • You want resort scale, with several restaurants and a crowd to disappear into
  • You would rather improvise your days than follow a timetable
  • A trip without meat on the menu would frustrate you

We’d rather send you somewhere else than send you somewhere that doesn’t suit you.

From the property

Inside Taiwan ChaoChaoWo Yoga Healing Forest

Guests and hosts, filmed at the property.

01 - Arrive

The place itself

Taiwan ChaoChaoWo Yoga Healing Forest (巢巢窩療癒森林) is an intimate yoga and healing retreat in Yujing District, Tainan — a sanctuary where guests practice yoga, meditation, and mindfulness on land restored through natural farming and non-toxic ecology. Founders Amalina and Lokanatha built ChaoChaoWo around harmony with nature, Ayurvedic and organic vegan nourishment, and small-group retreats limited to about 12 participants. Programs include Ayurveda and yoga retreats, juice fasting and detox immersions, energy-transforming workshops, and international / yogi retreat formats — with English-facing pages for overseas travellers. The team includes Scott, Yun, MingYi, and Uma alongside the founders. Guests book direct through en.taiwanchaochaowo.com. Guest video testimonials are shared so real participant feedback can speak alongside the photography. ChaoChaoWo also hosts an annual winter retreat near Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia. Dates, rooms, and booking are on the international program page and in Packages below.

02 - Feel

Why it is different

Natural healing energy of Yujing land

Forest retreat grounds and peaceful practice spaces — the land Amalina asks travellers to feel first.

Intimate English-speaking retreats (~12 guests)

Small-group programs sized for high-quality English-speaking retreats rather than resort crowds.

Ayurvedic living & colorful vegetarian cuisine

Nourishing vegetarian meals that support relaxation and renewal as part of Ayurvedic living on the land.

Annual retreat near Plitvice Lakes, Croatia

Winter yoga, meditation, and plant-based cuisine beside cascading lakes — 7 to 21 days, about 12 guests. Dates and rooms on the Croatia program page.

04 - Stay

Ways to stay

Ayurveda and Yoga / Energy Transforming Retreats

See current dates on en.taiwanchaochaowo.com

Small-group yoga and healing programs with Ayurvedic vegan nourishment.

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Juice Fasting Retreat

See program page for dates and booking form

Seasonal fruit and vegetable juice fasting immersion with Ayurvedic support.

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Ayurvedic Life Energy Transforming International Retreat (Croatia)

From €1,600/7 days

Winter yoga, meditation, and plant-based meals beside UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes. 7 or 14-day stays, about 12 guests; private groups on request.

  • · Daily yoga, meditation, and healing
  • · Organic plant-based cuisine
  • · Lakes, Rastoke waterfalls, Dreznik hike
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05 - Know

Before you go

Located in Yujing District, Tainan City. See Directions on en.taiwanchaochaowo.com for access details.

Stay for

Varies by retreat length — see program pages

If plans change

See booking forms and terms on en.taiwanchaochaowo.com

Where is ChaoChaoWo Yoga Healing Forest?

No. 56-2, Shatian, Yujing District, Tainan City 714, Taiwan (R.O.C.). Details and directions are on en.taiwanchaochaowo.com.

What kinds of retreats do you offer?

Programs include Ayurveda and yoga retreats, energy transforming retreats, juice fasting / detox immersions, and international / yogi retreat formats. See Activities at a Glance for current dates.

How many guests join each retreat?

Retreats are intimate — limited to about 12 participants per retreat, as noted on the English site.

Is the retreat vegan / Ayurvedic?

Yes. ChaoChaoWo embraces vegan principles and Ayurveda in nutrition. Amalina crafts menus for each retreat using organic and carefully sourced ingredients.

Can international travellers join?

Yes. ChaoChaoWo maintains an English website (en.taiwanchaochaowo.com) and lists international / yogi retreat formats. Email wwohouse@gmail.com to confirm English program availability and booking steps for your dates.

How do I book?

Browse programs on en.taiwanchaochaowo.com and follow the booking / Google form links on each program page, or email wwohouse@gmail.com. Guests book direct with ChaoChaoWo — MindReach does not take bookings or commission.

Do you also host retreats outside Taiwan?

Yes. ChaoChaoWo hosts an annual international retreat near Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia (UNESCO World Heritage). It is a 7 to 21-day winter program with yoga, meditation, holistic healing, and organic plant-based meals, plus lake boat rides, winter horseback riding, Rastoke waterfalls, and a Dreznik Fortress hike. Private groups of about 12 can book on request. English page: https://en.taiwanchaochaowo.com/21international Chinese page: https://www.taiwanchaochaowo.com/11 Email wwohouse@gmail.com.

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Taiwan ChaoChaoWo Yoga Healing Forest

Yujing, Tainan City

Our read

The practice is structured, not decorative, and it stays small enough to feel like a house rather than a hotel.

Come here for

  • Being told what happens next, instead of planning it
  • Daily practice as the spine of the trip, not an add-on
  • Staying somewhere that takes its land seriously
  • Small groups and solo travellers who dislike crowds

Skip it if

  • You want resort scale, with several restaurants and a crowd to disappear into
  • You would rather improvise your days than follow a timetable
  • A trip without meat on the menu would frustrate you

At the stay

Ideal for

  • Solo and small-group guests interested in Ayurvedic vegan nourishment and intimate detox programs

Included

  • Varies by program — see each retreat page for inclusions
  • Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices
  • Ayurvedic / organic vegan meals crafted for the program
  • Intimate group setting (about 12 guests max)

Ask the house

Put these to the property before you pay — they know the place better than we do.

  1. 01Where is ChaoChaoWo Yoga Healing Forest?
  2. 02What kinds of retreats do you offer?
  3. 03How many guests join each retreat?
  4. 04Is the retreat vegan / Ayurvedic?
  5. 05Can international travellers join?

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Know

Located in Yujing District, Tainan City. See Directions on en.taiwanchaochaowo.com for access details.

Stay lengths
3–5 day energy transforming formats · 5–7 day juice fasting formats · Program-specific lengths on each retreat page

Best seasons
Scheduled 2026 retreat dates listed on en.taiwanchaochaowo.com/activities-at-a-glance

Stay for
Varies by retreat length — see program pages

If plans change
See booking forms and terms on en.taiwanchaochaowo.com

Where is ChaoChaoWo Yoga Healing Forest?
No. 56-2, Shatian, Yujing District, Tainan City 714, Taiwan (R.O.C.). Details and directions are on en.taiwanchaochaowo.com.

What kinds of retreats do you offer?
Programs include Ayurveda and yoga retreats, energy transforming retreats, juice fasting / detox immersions, and international / yogi retreat formats. See Activities at a Glance for current dates.

How many guests join each retreat?
Retreats are intimate — limited to about 12 participants per retreat, as noted on the English site.

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