Covid-19 Update

Dear friends and guests of Samahita,

Thank you for your continued support during this global pandemic. After almost two years of conserving, Samahita has reopened, ready to welcome your return so we may support your health and wellness. Koh Samui is considered a target destination for people to travel safely to and Samahita Retreat has met all requirements to qualify as a SHA ++ resort meaning we have been inspected for cleanliness, covid protocols including vaccinations of our staff, and procedures to ensure the safety of our guests.

It’s easy to travel and stay at Samahita:

2. Then, book your flight
3. Finally, follow the steps for Thailand entry
Covid-19 Update

Our Commitment:

  • to offer excellent trainings, great guest teachers, and our full YogaCoreCycle and wellness programs
  • to guide you through the travel steps to reach us as easily as possible
  • to continue to be the clean, safe space we have always been with additional covid safety measures in place
  • to operate as the retreat center we are, your home away from home, clear and simple with streamlined offerings
  • to offer fresh air, healthy practices, clean and hygienic environment, an attitude we have taken since we originally opened Samahita, and leading its approach in the post-pandemic world

Your Safety…
Samahita has been awarded the ‘Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration Certificate’ (SHA++) for following the hygiene, health and cleanliness standards issued by the Ministry of Public Health. With our clean, open-air environment directly on the beach, Samahita is already the perfect post-pandemic escape, and a home for you to find peace, clarity and awaken vigor with our practices and unique, safe space.

We will continue to implement our high standards in care, cleaning and sanitization while being in full compliance with local authority guidelines for covid, including:

  • Daily temperature checks for our staff
  • Face masks available
  • Staff safety and PPE protocols
  • Hand sanitizer stations throughout the center
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • High touch surfaces frequently disinfected
  • Regular sanitization of yoga, fitness and treatment rooms and equipment
  • Meals served mostly a la carte instead of all buffet style
  • Limited capacity in classes for spacing
  • Classes in outdoor and well-aired spaces

FAQs

What are the steps for traveling to Koh Samui as Thailand reopens?

Please follow these guidelines to ensure a smooth journey to Samahita. During our soft opening period, please book your first night’s stay in Thailand in an AQ or SHA+ authorized hotel at your port of arrival. Then come and stay with us once you receive your negative test result.

What changes can I expect to see at Samahita?

We continue to operate with our high cleanliness standards and open-air spaces, with some minor changes for your safety:

  • A hybrid of meal choices served to you along with self-service buffet, to minimize touchpoints in the dining area
  • Room cleaning every three days for safety, privacy and sustainability. Fresh towels may be requested.
  • Covid safety protocols as per the Thai Ministry of Public Health

Is the Samahita team vaccinated?

Yes, all staff at Samahita are fully vaccinated and 70% of Koh Samui has been vaccinated.

What happens if I test positive for Covid when I arrive in Thailand?

As you and all travelers to Thailand must be vaccinated and tested prior to flying, there is a slim chance that you will test positive after arriving (approximately .10% of arrivals).   Should this happen you will be required to go to a local hospital or designated hotel isolation until you recover or test negative.  It is recommended that you have medical insurance that covers hospital stay even if you do not have symptoms.

What other documents do I need if I’ve had Covid?

If tested positive in the past 90 days, a Medical Certificate indicating that your first date of infection is at least 14 days but not more than 90 days before your date of departure is required.

Can I fly directly to Koh Samui?

Yes, but all travelers must enter Koh Samui with a direct international flight (arriving at Samui Int’l Airport from another country), OR with an international flight that enters Thailand via Suvarnabhumi Int’l Airport (Bangkok) and is connected to Koh Samui through Bangkok Airways sealed flights:  BKK-USM Flight No. PG5125,  PG 5171, PG 5179 or from Singapore SIN-USM Flight No. PG962.

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We look forward to welcoming you soon to Thailand and especially to Samahita Retreat.