Yoga Retreat Pricing Calculator

Planning a yoga retreat but not sure what to charge? This calculator builds your pricing from the ground up — venue, food, facilitators, travel, and extras — then shows you a recommended per-person price, break-even guest count, and projected profit at different attendance levels.

Retreat Details

Duration ?Number of nights. A weekend retreat is typically 2 nights; a full week is 6–7. 5 nights
1 night14 nights
Expected Attendees ?How many guests you realistically expect to fill. Use a conservative estimate — not your maximum. 12
440
Max Capacity ?Maximum number of guests your venue can accommodate. 16
450

Venue & Accommodation

Venue Rental ?Total cost for the venue/retreat center for the full duration. Some charge per night, others a flat fee. $4,000
$0$30,000
Food & Catering ?Total food cost for all meals over the full retreat. Some venues include meals in the rental. $3,000
$0$20,000

Facilitator Costs

Your Own Fee ?What you want to pay yourself for planning and leading the retreat — your time, prep, and teaching. $3,000
$0$15,000
Guest Teachers / Assistants ?Total payment for any co-teachers, guest speakers, massage therapists, musicians, or assistants. $1,500
$0$10,000

Other Costs

Travel & Transport ?Flights, airport transfers, shuttles, vehicle rentals, fuel — for you and/or your team. $1,200
$0$10,000
Marketing & Admin ?Ads, landing page, payment processing fees, insurance, printing, photographer, etc. $800
$0$5,000
Supplies & Extras ?Welcome gifts, journals, props, materials, excursions, tips, decoration, contingency. $600
$0$5,000

Cost Breakdown

Venue & Food $7,000
Facilitator Costs $4,500
Travel, Marketing & Supplies $2,600
Total Retreat Cost $14,100
Cost Per Guest (at expected attendance) $1,175
Cost Per Guest Per Night $235

Profit Target

Profit Margin ?Buffer above total costs for your profit, cancellation risk, and unexpected expenses. 25–40% is typical for retreats. 30%
0%60%
Recommended Price
$1,528
per person
Break-Even Price
$1,175
per person (no profit)
Projected Profit
$4,230
at 12 guests
Price Per Night
$306
per person per night

Profit at Different Attendance Levels

Guests Fill Rate Revenue Profit
Revenue vs Cost at Different Group Sizes

Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for planning purposes only. Actual retreat costs and revenue depend on venue contracts, currency exchange rates, cancellation policies, local taxes, insurance requirements, seasonal pricing, and many other factors specific to your event. Results should not be considered financial advice. Always confirm costs directly with vendors and consult a qualified financial advisor or accountant before committing to contracts or setting final pricing.

FAQs

There’s no single answer — it depends on your destination, duration, accommodation quality, group size, and what’s included. Budget weekend retreats start around $300–$500 per person, while weeklong international retreats with premium accommodation can range from $1,500 to $4,000+. The calculator above builds your price from actual costs so you don’t have to guess.

This depends on your total costs and the price you set. The chart at the bottom shows exactly where your revenue line crosses your cost line. Most retreat leaders aim to break even at around 60–70% capacity so they’re profitable even if a few spots don’t sell.

A 25–40% margin is standard for yoga retreats. This covers last-minute cancellations, refund requests, unexpected expenses, currency fluctuations, and the reality that not every retreat sells out. A higher margin also compensates for the months of planning and promotion that go into a single event.

The most commonly missed costs are payment processing fees (2.9%+), travel insurance, tips for local staff, airport transfers, welcome gifts, photographer or videographer, pre-retreat marketing spend, and your own travel and accommodation if the venue doesn’t include it. Adding a 10–15% contingency buffer to your total costs helps cover these.

Almost always, yes. All-inclusive pricing simplifies the experience for guests and is the industry standard for yoga retreats. Most guests expect at least two meals per day to be included. Retreats with included meals consistently get better reviews and are easier to sell, even at a higher price point.