The Best Travel Yoga Mat For Your Next Yoga Retreat

Until some years ago, I considered yoga absolutely boring. I just couldn’t sit still in a class, let alone shut off my thoughts in meditation. I always thought of workouts as something full of action and movement and nothing else. Meditation was some distant thought of people in elephant pants somewhere in India.

But, then something amazing happened. After a few years, all my friends were talking about it and I gave it a go again and went along to a yoga class in Bali. This time, I discovered that practicing mindfulness can be life-changing, but it takes practice!

Today, I am absolutely excited about yoga and so I went on a hunt to find the best yoga mat to include in my luggage. So, if you find yourself in the same situation, then this article is for you! Keep reading and find which is the best non-slip travel yoga mat for your next adventure.

Things To Look For When Choosing The Best Travel Yoga Mat

When you think of a yoga mat for travel, one of the first things to consider is obviously its weight. As I am travelling around the world a lot and discovering some of the best yoga resorts, I wanted to opt for a lightweight yoga mat to fit my luggage.

Bringing your yoga travel mat with you will keep you away from all the germs and bacteria floating around on rented mats. Even though yoga instructors put their efforts into cleaning the yoga mats and the yoga room, bringing your own yoga mat will be a lot more hygienic.

Finally, your yoga mat should be easy to pack up and durable. Usually, my luggage is already full with clothes and accessories and I admit I have a tendency to overpack too, so the mat needs to be tiny!

So, the mat really needs to occupy a small space and be resistant to intensive packing techniques. Ha!

Best Travel Yoga Mats

Liforme Travel Yoga Mat

Liforme Yoga Mat can either be used as your main yoga mat to practice or as a topper at 0.07″ thickness. It uses a revolutionary “GripForMe” material which ensures that the mat stands still no matter what.

It is made of eco-friendly materials, so in case you are a bit more sensitive to plastic or artificial materials, then this yoga mat is for you. It's lightweight and comes with its own carry bag.

Manduka EKO SuperLite Travel Yoga and Pilates Mat

This Manduka yoga mat is very thin but provides excellent grip and it is super light, ideal for travelling. Furthermore, you can easily fold it and fit it into your travel bag. It is also very resistant, so you don’t have to worry about tearing or stretching as you transition between poses.

Definitely one of the best compact travel yoga mats for your next adventure.

Gaiam Yoga Mat Foldable Travel Exercise & Fitness Mat

If you are looking for a foldable mat to fit in your carry-on bag, then you cannot go past this Gaiam yoga mat. It folds into a 10” x 12” square which easily fits in your luggage. Combined with its sticky texture the mat provides stability and makes the ideal travel yoga mat.

Say hello to your new best companion for a weekend escape or a long holiday where you can find your inner self. Namaste!

Jade Travel Mat

The first thing that attracted me to this Jade yoga mat is that for every yoga mat you buy, the company promises to plant a tree. Saving the world one yoga mat at a time, I love it! In addition, it is made of natural rubber which provides an excellent grip and the quality is outstanding.

The natural rubber also ensures maximum cushion and resilience, however, this makes it heavier than most travel yoga mats and it therefore also needs to be rolled and cannot be folded. It comes in two lengths 68 and 74 inches.

Khataland YoFoMat

This is an extra long and thick yoga mat which I, personally, like a lot. Its patented system makes it very easy to fold and carry it with you around the globe. It offers a high density and non-skid on both sides.

Therefore, once you unfold it on the floor, you can rest assured that it will not slide anywhere. So, you can practice your yoga sessions in peace. Comes with an eco-friendly case!

Gaiam Grippy Yoga Mat Towel

If you are looking for a substitute for your yoga mat, I recommend you choose this microfiber yoga towel. You can also use this as a topper if it's not enough by itself.

Otherwise, it gives you the same advantages as a normal yoga mat, offers maximum grip and has the same size as a traditional yoga mat. The microfiber top is ultra-absorbent and dries very fast. Comes in a variety of cool colours!

YOGO Ultralight Travel Yoga Mat

YOGO travel yoga mat is made of high-performance rubber which is super sticky and keeps you away from any slipping. It easily fits in small bags as it uses a patented folding which transforms it into a must-have piece to carry with you anywhere.

The attached straps are unique and cannot be found with other of the top yoga travel mats. After a hot class, it's very easy to hang up the mat everywhere you want, in the shower or outside.

Yoga Travel Accessories

Organic Yoga Mat Cleaner

As I already mentioned above, bringing your yoga mat on your travels with you is the perfect solution from a hygiene point of view. But, this doesn’t mean that you don’t need a cleaner for your mat to keep any bacteria away.

The Manduka Organic Yoga Mat Cleaner is great because it is made of organic essential oils. The biodegradable, alcohol-free formula and gentle and fresh citrus smell are an additional bonus.

Yoga Paws Travel Yoga Mat

If you don’t have your yoga mat with you, it doesn’t mean that you cannot practice any yoga! These yoga gloves combined with the non-slip toeless socks are the perfect replacement for any travel yoga mat on Amazon!

You can easily put those stretchy, breathable and soft paws in your luggage and take them with you everywhere. What is more, it comes in 4 unisex sizes, which makes them perfect for everyone, no matter if you are practicing Hot Yoga, Bikram, Ashtanga, or free-flowing through a Vinyasa practice.

Clever Yoga Yoga Mat Strap Sling

Do you find it difficult to carry your yoga mat around the world with you? This sturdy yoga mat sling will take this burden away from your head once and forever!

Get a standard 66″ or extra long 85″ carrying strap made of durable cotton which ensures durability and is an absolute yoga travel essential. Moreover, when you are a bit more advanced with yoga, you can use the strap to practice some of the more difficult yoga poses.

ELENTURE Yoga Mat Carry Bag With Pockets

This beautiful yoga travel carry bag is just perfect to take on the go. It is perfect for most yoga mats which are 26” wide and 6” in diameter rolled up.

It's a full zipper design, convenient to carry all your essentials like a yoga belt, keys, phone and other small essentials with you. In addition, the adjustable shoulder strap makes carrying and getting to your stuff very easy.

I love travelling & I now also love yoga! And I strongly believe that yoga and holidays can be best friends, no matter if you decide on some of the most popular yoga destinations like Ubud, Canggu or Chiang Mai or go somewhere else!

You have plenty of options to choose the right travel yoga mat for you! My advice is to always choose a lightweight and possibly foldable mat, and opt for top-quality if you can afford it. Apart from having the best travel yoga mat with you, it is even more important to open your mind and discover more about yourself while practicing yoga overseas!