“Until you step into the unknown, you don’t know what you’re made of.” – Roy T. Bennett
About Kula Adventures
Hi, I’m Jodye — yoga teacher, travel curator, and founder of Kula Adventures.
I design and lead boutique group trips that blend adventure, culture, wellness, nature, incredible food, and a touch of luxury — creating experiences that leave you feeling inspired, connected, and fully alive.
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But this didn’t start as a business. It started as a lifeline.
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Years ago, I was sandwiched between caring for aging parents, a full-time job, and raising kids with complex medical needs. I was burned out and hanging on by a thread — until I stepped into a yoga class that changed everything. That hour on the mat was the first time I felt truly present in years. It helped me find my breath, my strength, and most importantly, a sense of community.
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A few months later, I went on my first yoga retreat. Traveling, eating nourishing food, connecting with new people, and waking up in a beautiful place — it was transformational. I came home and thought, I want to give this to other people. I want to create this kind of experience for women like me — women who need it.
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That’s why I created Kula Adventures.
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What’s a Kula?
Kula means community in Sanskrit — and it’s the heart of everything we do.
On our retreats, connection is intentional. You’ll be part of a supportive group of like-minded travelers who care about depth, joy, and discovery — not just checking boxes or taking selfies. We share stories, laugh a lot, hike far, rest deeply, and hold space for what really matters.
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Why Travel with Us?
Kula trips are more than vacations. They’re experiences designed to help you return home feeling recharged, inspired, and more like yourself.
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Whether you’re hiking ancient trails in Peru, soaking in hot springs in Costa Rica, or sipping mulled wine in a European Christmas market, each Kula retreat blends adventure with meaning, and beauty with soul.
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We work with trusted local partners to ensure our impact is positive — not extractive. We donate to organizations like Sacred Valley Health in Peru, and support communities through coats, medical supplies, and animal care donations in places we visit.
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More About Me
I’m a wife, a mom of two amazing daughters, a cat lover, and a fan of hiking, dancing, badminton, and pickleball. Adventure travel and Yoga changed my life, and I love creating spaces for others to reconnect with themselves.
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You’re not just a guest here — you’re part of the kula.
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✨ I’d love to travel with you. Check out our upcoming trips, join the mailing list, or reach out anytime at Hello@KulaAdventures.com. ✨
Guest Review!
My husband and I both attended Jodye’s very first Peru adventure/yoga retreat, and we are still feeling the effects of this magical land and Jodye’s magical ability to create love, joy and community wherever she goes!
We felt so safe and comfortable due to Jodye’s meticulous planning and the beautiful people that she employed, lifelong friends she acquired during her many trips to Peru. The hotels we visited were beautiful and cozy, with delicious, healthy, fresh food, amazing massage, hot tea waiting in your room, fires in the courtyard. Jodye had everything prepared and booked in advance, allowing the entire group to effortlessly enjoy beautiful hikes, drives, train rides, meals, parades, picnics, and meanderings through skinny, stone streets.
I would absolutely recommend this trip! Jodye told me going to Peru would change me, and she was right! I was so inspired by the colors and the culture, the farming and the community, that I came home and wrote songs about Peru, and painted pictures of Peru! I hadn’t felt creative for years! Peru, the Peruvian people, the terraced mountains, the Sacred Valley, and Pachamama are forever imprinted in my heart.
My husband and I would never have planned a trip like this for ourselves and I am so grateful for all of Jodye’s hard work and passion to make it a really magical experience. I couldn’t understand why Jodye would choose to visit Peru so often, with all of the amazing places in this world to visit. Now I understand! I have had only a tiny taste of Peru and all its miracles and I can’t wait to return!
Trust Jodye’s magic! --Rebecca W. Read all our reviews!
Guest Review!
This trip was one of the most amazing experiences of my entire life. THANK YOU JODYE!
Jodye's thoughtfulness and attention to detail made the whole process easy from the moment I booked. If I needed anything at any time, Jodye was there.
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This trip exceeded every expectation I had. I feel like I got to really experience Peru, not just visit or see, but experience. This trip was packed full of adventure and fun! From cooking classes, to hiking, to fancy picnics, to dancing on trains with a live band, the fun didn't stop! And neither did the food!
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Our local guides Hugo and Abraham with Cusco Local Friend were so knowledgeable and kind, and I learned so much about Peruvian culture and history.
Peru is amazing, and this retreat is amazing! I am forever grateful for Jodye and this experience!!
-- By Brooke Q, Epic Yoga Adventure Retreat in Peru, July 2023
Guest Review!
"This was the most magical trip I've ever been on! Jodye is such a loving, thoughtful, and passionate leader. I felt so well taken care of by Jodye and she provided all the information I needed to be well prepared for the trip.
Over the course of 12 days, our retreat group became a family. Jodye crafted community so beautifully and in the most beautiful, sacred place--Peru! Her knowledge of the area, and with the help of her loving local friends, cultivated breathtaking experiences for us that I will never forget.
I will absolutely be signing up for more of Jodye's yoga adventure retreats in the future! Thank you to Jodye Hall, owner and founder of Kula Adventures, for carefully planning and hosting this life-changing retreat." - Marissa L.
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