Portugal – September 23 – September 29, 2023

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$2,399 USD

(per person)

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Nourish Your Soul

Yoga Retreat with Azure Wolfe

Set in late autumn at a beautiful destination, it’s a perfect time to transition a little more inward. Starting to focus, revisit or implement the practices that make ALL parts of us feel nourished.

So, get ready to flow through foundational yoga postures every day, allowing us to become more familiar with their benefits and how beautiful it is to continually revisit the same postures on a consistent basis. We will keep it simple so that you can take this practice home and implement it into your daily life. Whether you are looking to go slow and strong or gentle and relaxed, there’s an option for everyone.

We’ll also be nourishing our bodies with amazing food. Nourishing our curiosity with excursions, exploration, journaling, sharing. Nourishing our spirits just by being open to the experience.

Retreat Leaders

Azure Wolfe

Retreat Host

Azma Ousmand

Co-Founder

Yoga and Workshops

Yoga of the Mind

The practice of bringing your mind back to your body.

Pranayama 

Connecting your body through relaxed and functional breathe-work.

Yin Yoga

Experience the benefit of gently leaning into discomfort and learning to relax with it. This practice greatly helps us to lean into some of the discomfort of life and find more ease through the process.

*With each of these workshops, we will be journaling after each one. Don’t worry if you’ve never written in a journal, I will be giving you prompts or questions to answer to help open you up and get curious.

 

 

 

Itinerary

Day 01 - Welcome

After arrival into Portugal, you’ll be whisked away and dropped off at our beautiful mountainside retreat centre. After a few hours of relaxation and getting to know your new friends, we’ll head to our opening ceremony followed by a grounding practice with Azure.

A welcome dinner and a good night’s rest follows.

Day 02 - Rooting & Relaxing

Our first full day in Portugal together will begin with meditation and a yoga flow, journaling prompts and a nourishing breakfast.

After breakfast you may choose to relax on the grounds, familiarize yourself with your new gorgeous surroundings or hire a bike to explore the area.

We’ll enjoy a light lunch on site and gather for our first workshop Yoga of the Mind – The practice of bringing your mind back to your body. Dinner follows along with an evening meditation to help you wind down and prepare for a fun filled day ahead.

Day 03 - Coasts & Cliffs

Our day begins with meditation and yoga. After a nourishing breakfast, we’ll prepare to head to the world-famous coastline of the Algarve, where the soul of Portugal dwells. Located on the south-western tip and lapped by the Atlantic from two sides, this area is known for its golden sand beaches, stunning cliff and rock formations, surfing, picturesque cities, local crafts, cuisine and more!

Our first stop will be a hike to Ponta da Piedade, where we’ll explore one of the most stunning rock formations in the entire region. See the dramatic limestone coastline formed of sea pillars, fragile rock arches and hidden grottos where exposed cliffs reveal their golden color – all surrounded by turquoise sea water.

Later we’ll explore Faro, the pearl of the Algarve, that features a scenic old town and a picturesque marina. Enjoy some sightseeing, shopping or lunch (free time at your leisure).

Late afternoon we’ll head back to our retreat centre to enjoy dinner and a relaxing Yoga Nidra practice.

Day 04 - Centering

Today will be a day to find your center. We’ll start our morning with meditation and yoga. Take time to go inward, relax by the pool, read a book, journal, or go out into the nature that surrounds the property.

In the afternoon, fuel up on lunch and indulge in massages and further relaxation.

At sunset, we’ll come together for a beautiful yin practice guided by Azure and end our day with a nourishing dinner.

Day 05 - Dolphins & Grotto

We’ll start our morning meditation and yoga before embarking for yet another adventure. Today, we’ll see the Algarve from a different vantage point, from a boat! We’ll get up close to some incredible grottos and we might even spot some dolphins. We’ll stop for lunch in town before heading back to our retreat centre.

Spend the afternoon basking in the sun and enjoying our retreat centre before dinner and a relaxing meditation to get us ready for bed.

Day 06 - WONDROUS, WILD SOUL & WINE

Today we meditate with the sunrise overlooking the mountains. After a yoga session and a satisfying breakfast, relax poolside, or in a hammock somewhere on the property, take some time out for YOU.

After lunch we’ll head to a local vineyard to sample some local wines and enjoy some local bites, or stay back and enjoy our retreat centre.

In the afternoon we’ll come together for Azure’s Pranayama workshop – relaxed and functional breath techniques to help connect to our body.

After our final dinner, we’ll come together to close our time together with a meditation and gratitude circle.

Day 07 - SEE YOU LATER!

Our last morning together will include yoga, meditation and connection. We’ll end our time with breakfast and goodbye’s (or see you later’s)!

STARTING FROM

$2,399 USD

(per person)

AVAILABLE PACKAGES 

$2,399 USD

SHARED OUTDOOR YURT

14 foot outdoor yurt with two single beds plus outdoor privately enclosed bathroom

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$2,599 USD

SINGLE OUTDOOR SHEPHERD HUT

Single double bed with access to multiple shared outdoor bathrooms

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$2,799 USD

TRIPLE SHARED ROOM

Three single beds with private ensuite bathroom in main house

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$3,099 USD

DOUBLE SHARED ROOM

Two single beds with private ensuite bathroom in main house

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$3,699 USD

SINGLE ROOM

One king bed with private ensuite bathroom in main house

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Retreat Inclusions

  • 6 Nights accommodation at our luxury retreat center in the mountains of the Algarve
  • Daily Yoga/Meditation
  • Daily breakfast and dinner + 3 lunches
  • Grotto + Dolphin boat tour
  • Hike to Ponta da Piedade
  • Transfer to Faro for sightseeing + exploration
  • Wine tasting at local vineyard
  • Three workshops
  • Roundtrip group airport transfer

Retreat Exclusions

  • Airfare to/from FAO (Faro, Portugal is Algarve Regional Airport)
  • Travel Visa to Portugal - Not required for US or Canadian passport holders. Please check for entry/exit requirements based on the passport you hold
  • Travel Insurance (medical & trip cancellation) is mandatory to protect you in case of any unforeseen emergencies. Proof of purchase is required before trip departure.
  • Gratuities/souvenirs - at your own discretion
  • Lunches in town ($)
  • Optional activities

AVAILABLE PACKAGES 

$2,399 USD

SHARED OUTDOOR YURT

14 foot outdoor yurt with two single beds plus outdoor privately enclosed bathroom

BOOK NOW

$2,599 USD

SINGLE OUTDOOR SHEPHERD HUT

Single double bed with access to multiple shared outdoor bathrooms

 

BOOK NOW

$2,799 USD

TRIPLE SHARED ROOM

Three single beds with private ensuite bathroom in main house

BOOK NOW

$3,099 USD

DOUBLE SHARED ROOM

Two single beds with private ensuite bathroom in main house

BOOK NOW

$3,699 USD

SINGLE ROOM

One king bed with private ensuite bathroom in main house

BOOK NOW

QUESTIONS?

Retreat Location

Wild View Retreat has arisen from the ruins of an abandoned mountain village of Corgas Bravas, in the foothills of the Algarve in Portugal. It is defined by its spectacular uninterrupted 360° views of the Serra do Caldeirão mountains and protected for its natural beauty and famous Portuguese cortiça (cork) trees.

There are no cars, no roads, no buildings, no neighbours. Nothing but wilderness and nature. Nothing to hear but the birds and the wind. Nothing to do but restore and relax the body, mind and soul.

Booking Terms and Conditions

A $500 USD non-refundable initial deposit will secure your spot on the retreat or you may choose to pay in full.

The remaining balance will be split into instalment payments with the total amount due 60 days prior to the retreat start date.

Alternate payment plans are available, please email us at hello@startyouradzenture.com to set up a plan that is flexible for you.

Please note, our cancellation policy is as follows:

  • Initial deposits are strictly non-refundable
  • If cancelled between 90 to 60 days of the Retreat start date, 25% of the Retreat price paid is forfeited. Any remaining balance paid may be used as credit for future bookings up to one year of the cancellation date.
  • If cancelled 60 days or less prior to the Retreat start date, 100% of the Retreat price paid is forfeited
  • If you choose to join the Retreat after the start date or leave the Retreat prior to the end date, there are no refunds

Please do not book your flight until you have received a confirmation to do so. You will be provided with instructions on when to arrive/depart.

An information package will be sent 30 days prior to departure and will include the retreat schedule, recommended packing list, and trip details.

It is your responsibility to confirm your passport has 6 months validity prior to departure from your origin.