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Gone Far Beyond - Journeys
Profound retreats, treks, tours and private adventures
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Gone Far Beyond is a socially responsible and sustainable enterprise that offers tours, yoga and meditation retreats, treks, private adventures and professional therapeutic programmes. Marissa brings together her work as a therapist, social worker, yoga and meditation teacher and luxury retreat designer, along with her years living and working in Asia as a humanitarian worker. She creates rejuvenating journeys that connect you to culture, luxury, simplicity, history, beauty, food, wisdom, humanity, spirituality and yourself.
She wants to show you that you can have a profound and meaningful experience, whilst also genuinely helping local people in need in a sustainable and intelligent way. You will experience all the history and magic of the local culture, meet the amazing community workers creating social change and learn from their strengths and challenges. Marissa calls her tours 'giving and receiving experiences’ as you will be awakened by the beauty of what you experience, positively moved by what you see and help the lives of local people.
Upcoming Experiences
Book early and save up to $800. All programmes meet international covid-19 safety guidelines.
Group numbers are limited to ensure a personalised experience for every member. It is STRONGLY urged that you book as soon as you can, all retreats book out very quickly. Don’t miss the early-bird discount and to guarantee your place!
Spirit of Nepal - 9th Nov 2021
YOGA AND MEDITATION CULTURAL PILGRIMAGE TOUR
On this trip-of-a-lifetime, experience five of the most spectacular places in Nepal. You will also enjoy expert, transformative yoga and meditation, and learn mindfulness in the most beautiful, boutique retreat hotels. Experience Nepal’s spirituality, ancient history, majesty and hospitality.
Thailand - 21st Jan 2022
YOGA AND MEDITATION RETREAT
The tropical paradise of Thailand as The land of smiles and is also famous for its beaches, cuisine, temples, hospitality and yoga. Thailand has a strong culture with deep values of respect, compassion, generosity and cultural pride. This is why yoga, meditation and mindfulness are at home here.
Spain - May 2022 - TBC
YOGA, MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION RETREAT
Spain is a land of mystery, magic, culture and passion. Stay in one of Spains most picturesque fincas (traditional villas), with stunning vistas, delicious local cuisine and all the romance of Spanish life. Enjoy optional extras like: hiking or tours to wineries, olive oil groves, beaches and sites.
Luxury, Culture, History India - TBC
HISTORY AND CULTURAL TOUR - INDIA’S FINEST
India is a remarkable place with a dynamic history reaching back to the beginning of civilisation. The route between Delhi, Agra (Taj Mahal) and Jaipur has become known as the ‘Golden Triangle’ as it covers the most important sites and shows a broad array of Indian cultures.
Enchanting Rajasthan India - TBC
YOGA AND MEDITATION CULTURAL TOUR
Rajasthan is a magical land that lures people back again and again, drawn by its mysterious desert tribes, hospitality, flamboyant people and magnificent architecture. The people of Rajasthan are colourful and spiritual - making it the ultimate place to practice yoga and discover India.
Sacred Places India - TBC
YOGA AND MEDITATION CULTURAL TOUR
Absorb the energy of sacred places and receive teachings to awaken your mind. India is a touching and powerful place full of contradictions. It must be experienced to be believed… And you will see it all on this trip that also includes Rishikesh, Taj Mahal, Delhi, Varanasi and the Ganges river.
Tailor-made tours and retreats
Design your own private holiday… With limited time and no local knowledge why would you organise your own trip? No matter your budget, Marissa can ensure that you experience, learn and discover exactly what you are looking for to make your holiday unforgettable. Share your vision with Marissa and she will take care of the details, bring your dream to life and create experiences you never imagined possible.
What makes Gone Far Beyond unique
Giving
Marissa Nolan founder of Gone Far Beyond raises funds to changes the lives of others. As a local professional social worker working in Asia, all charity works are carefully selected in conjunction with local social workers and experts. To date, Marissa has facilitated the delivery of life-saving supplies and the rebuilding of houses after the 2015 Nepal earthquake, supported women’s empowerment groups, trekked to mountain villages to deliver school resources, helped families find livelihoods and set up businesses, provided essential equipment for disabled children, provided training for young community workers and counsellors, provided remote medical camps in the Himalayas and continues to help with the education and rehabilitation of street children.
Experience
Marissa has 18 years dedicated to facilitating international programmes. She has extensive knowledge as a clinical social worker and therapist, sociological researcher, yoga therapist and meditation teacher. Marissa’s past career as a Producer means that she knows how to organise, provide excellence and meet your needs. Marissa combines all her professional skills with local knowledge to create unique experiences that are deeply rewarding for you and also beneficial to the communities they visit. Marissa says, if you can let go of expectations and open your heart, you will never be disappointed.
Expertise
Marissa is also trained in Viniyoga, Ashtanga, Yoga Therapy, Krishnamacharya, Hatha, Satyananda and all forms of meditation. She specialises in western, yogic and Buddhist psychology and has been a mindfulness and compassion trainer internationally for 12 years. She has also worked widely using yoga, meditation and mindfulness therapeutically for trauma and in medical, educational and mental health organisational settings.
Details
The little things matter. You matter! Marissa will always be available to assist you and ensure your entire journey is enjoyable and care-free from beginning to end. Please let her know if you have any requests for sites, topics, activities or shopping etc, she will always endeavour to accommodate you.
Consider volunteering?
For retreat members who have skills to share there is the opportunity to stay after the retreat for one week to five months (visa and placement depending). These capacity building programmes are designed and facilitated by Marissa in conjunction with local organisations. We are in great need of doctors, nurses, psychologists, teachers and professionals experienced in working with extreme poverty.
Included in the retreat will be an induction, along with history, culture and language lectures. The retreat will equip you with local knowledge, basic language, resolve any misconceptions about the nation, enlighten you about the current state of development in and the issues they face and why. It is also an opportunity to see the most beautiful places in the country and help you to understand the cultural worldview and way of working…so you feel confident to being with your volunteering assignment.
For anyone wishing to volunteer at other times of year, there is a $500USD facilitation fee per person to cover the skill, effort, connections, time and expense it takes to organise and facilitate these initiatives.
About Marissa
Marissa has 15 years expertise in facilitating international programmes as a humanitarian worker, counsellor, yoga therapist and meditation teacher.
Enjoy daily yoga, mindfulness and meditation classes to discover the foundational teachings of yoga, the beneficial practices to transform your life, along with practices for you to embody the beautiful retreat locations. There will also be interesting philosophy and psychology talks as well as cultural excursions to explore the local area and time to relax for yourself.
Marissa offers 50% off for clients who would like a private appointment while on retreat to work on their personal yoga or life issues if needed.
Marissa is trained in Viniyoga, Ashtanga, Yoga Therapy, Krishnamacharya, Hatha, Satyananda and all forms of meditation. She specialises in western, yogic and Buddhist psychology, and is a mindfulness and compassion trainer. She also works in medical, therapeutic and organisational settings.
“I look forward to you joining us on the next retreat or tour. I always aim to create the most profound, inspiring and beautiful journeys… where you can learn or experience something remarkable, discover new things about yourself and life, whilst genuinely supporting those in need”
— Marissa Nolan, Founder of Gone Far Beyond
