Escape to Paradise
Join Our Retreat Algarve, Portugal!
Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul in a coastal paradise? Look no further than our exclusive yoga holiday in this breathtaking coastal region.
Why Choose us?
📍Comfortable, Authentic Wellness Center, and Travel & Hospitality Award Winner in 2023 for ‘Best Retreat in Portugal’
🌊 Nestled in the nature reserve Costa Vicentina, with breathtaking cliffs and astonishing beaches.
🧘🏻♀️ Daily Yoga, Meditation, and Breathwork with expert instructors, tailored to achieve a profound sense of inner balance, joy and tranquility.
🏄🏽♀️ Option to book surf lessons to make your experience unforgettable and deepen your connection with nature.
🥬 Delicious vegetarian breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and juices prepared freshly by in-house chefs.
🤸🏾♀️Experienced, passionate team devoted to nurturing every individual's unique journey towards unlocking your full potential.
👙🏄🏽♀️🥾 Plenty of freedom to unwind at the pool, journal and read, surf, or explore the stunning surrounding nature.
>> Join us to revitalize your being and restore harmony of mind, body, and soul! <<
May 25th to May 31st - Spring Week Portugal 2024
Spring is the time of rebirth and new life. This is the most beautiful time of the year here: the surrounding hills are green with colorful flowers, fresh ocean air with the sweet smell of ‘Esteva’, and the sun is already warm enough to enjoy the beautiful quiet beaches. Join this week to connect with the astonishing nature surrounding us, find deep relaxation and renewed energy through yoga, meditation, and breathwork sessions, and enjoy delicious nourishing vegetarian meals in the green, sunny garden.
Extra: Guided Healing Spring Meditation to let go of old patterns and reconnect with your true and energized self.
Team: Giulia Taiocchi, Vivian Schaller, Charlotte van Berkum, Jana Tonat
Guest teacher: Michaël Bijker
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Unwind in our comfortable, authentic villa with both private and shared ensuite rooms, spacious living room, large swimming pool, lush green garden with outdoor wooden yoga deck, and plenty of areas to deeply relax, read your book and enjoy the Algarve’s sun. And a beautiful nature path takes you straight to the most astonishing beaches!
Room Options
Triple Ensuite (shared)
€1049 per person
€1119 per person July/August
Twin Ensuite (shared or private)
€1099 per person, shared
€1799 single occupancy
€1169 per person July/August shared
€1869 single occupancy July/AugustDouble Ensuite (shared or private)
€1099 per person, shared
€1799 single occupancy
€1169 per person July/August shared
€1869 single occupancy July/AugustSingle Room (private)
€1299
€1369 in July/AugustSingle Budget Room (private)
€999
€1069 July/August -
Yoga
•All levels
• Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation
• Hatha|Flow|Restorative|Yin
• Small Groups (6-12)
• Twice Daily Yoga + evening meditation
We nurture individual growth for all levels. Morning sessions strengthen and empower, while afternoons delve into releasing tension and emotions. Our diverse practices, including hatha and flow, restorative and yin, foster balance and joy, ending the day with calming sessions like Meditation, Sound Healing or Yoga Nidra.Daily Schedule
Wake up
Wake up in silence, while absorbing the morning sun.7:30-9:00 Outdoor Yoga
Feel inner peace settling in while aligning body, mind, and soul through guided movement, breathwork, and meditation.9:00 - Nourishing Breakfast
Example: Banana strawberry smoothie bowl with walnuts, coconut flakes, and mango; Fresh coffee with plant-based milk, tea, or alkaline water.10:00-13:30 - Explore or Relax
Time to be in nature. Alone or together. Or explore famous surftown Sagres or historic town Lagos.13:30 - Delicious Lunch
Example: Quinoa salad with sugar snaps and fresh mango, sweet potato parsley salad, vegan cheese, and roasted pecan nuts, and homemade sides. Always vegetarian, mostly vegan.14:30-16:30 - Relax or Explore
Read your book next to the swimming pool, journal in a hammock, meditate in the forest… Give yourself time to be, and enjoy the beautiful place and time.16:30 - Drink and Snack
Share stories and connect with a refreshing homemade drink and snack to rehydrate and boost your energy levels before the next yoga session.17:00-18:30 - Yoga
For example, a yin yoga session to open up your energy systems and release deep-rooted tension and emotions.18:30 - Vegetarian Gourmet Dinner
A gourmet-style, three-course dinner with colorful sides.20:00 - Sound healing/Meditation and Tea
End the day with a quiet evening session, followed by organic herbal tea and meaningful conversations, or peaceful quiet time.21:00 Noble Silence
Stillness enters the retreat area again. Reflect on your experiences, watch the stars, and enter a deep, long, restful sleep.Extra:
• Guided Detox Day with yoga and cleansing practices, meditation, juices, and light meals to deeply cleanse the physical and energetical system
• Guided Hike through forest, cliffs, and beach with a delicious lunch served on the beach
• 2 x Transformational Breathwork sessions with guest teacher Michaël Bijker -
Surf
Complete your retreat with surf lessons! Fun is guaranteed, and it will help you gain balance, mindfulness, and a deeper connection to nature and yourself.Surfing is optional and booked upon arrival.
Surroundings
Nestled in the Algarve’s most astonishing area, our retreat center is the perfect getaway to slow down and reconnect with nature. Located on the edge of the picturesque fisherman village Vila do Bispo, just a couple of km from 10 of the most astonishing beaches of Portugal, 8km from the world-famous surf town Sagres, and 25km from the beautiful historic coastal town Lagos. -
You are what you eat. At Mekayoga, we put much effort and love into serving you delicious, healthy meals that support your well-being journey and nourish your body and soul. Our in-house chefs provide fresh gourmet-style meals, snacks, and juices focusing on local, seasonal, and organic ingredients.
• Nourishing Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Delicious Gourmet-style Cuisine
• Detox Day
• Juices and Healthy Snacks
• Focus on Local and Organic
• Alkaline Water
• Unlimited Herbal Teas
• Unlimited Local Seasonal Fruit
• Passionate, Talented In-House Chefs
• Always Vegetarian, Mostly VeganDelicious breakfast is served in the garden after the morning yoga. With good fresh coffee if desired (plant-based milk available). Lunch is offered buffet-style, and in the evening we serve a delicious three-course dinner, usually in the garden too.
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Booking & Payment
To book your retreat, you can either
• book directly online or
• send an enquiry
Book Directly Online
Purchase your retreat through our webshop. Rest assured that your spot is reserved directly and you won’t miss out! Select your retreat and room, choose your payment method, and fill out your details at the checkout. You will receive a personal booking confirmation with all the info necessary for smooth preparation and arrival.
Special offer for booking online:
>> Receive a Free MekaYoga Goody Bag on arrival! (value €40) <<
Send an Enquiry
Step 1 Enquiry Form
Fill out the form and ask us your questions. We’ll answer by email within 24 hrs and share the availability of the room and price you enquired about.Step 2 Confirm Date, Room, Price
Answer our email to confirm the date, room, and price so that we can prepare your booking.Step 3 Pay Your Booking
We’ll send you a payment link. You can pay by bank, Paypal, iDeal, Sofort, Google Pay, Apple Pay etc. If you select the Flexible Payment Option, the amount will be only €500 now.Step 4 Receive a Confirmation & Info
We’ll send you a payment & booking confirmation email with all the necessary info to prepare for your trip 🤗. You’re all set! We look forward to welcoming you to Portugal!Flexible Payment Option
If your budget is a little tight at the moment, don’t worry! Just choose ‘Flexible Payment Option’ in the inquiry form. We will then charge only €500 to confirm your reservation and reach out to you 30 days before the retreat starts to make the final payment.
Cancellation Policy
• Upto 60 days in advance: full refund -€40 admin fee
• After 60 days in advance: €500 non refundable, remaining amount refundable.
• Less than 30 days in advance: full amount non-refundabe.
• You can always transfer your retreat booking to another person
• You can inform us up to 30 days in advance to reschedule your retreat with us within the next 2 years, without paying additional costs.
→ Book Directly Online to pay for your retreat booking directly through our webshop. We send you a personal booking and payment confirmation email including all necessary travel info. Choose this option to *Receive a free MekaYoga Goody Bag on arrival! (value €40)*
→ Enquire Now to ask questions, and we will get back to you within 24 hrs to answer your questions and send you a payment link whenever you are ready to book.
→ Flexible Payment Option: Choose ‘Enquire Now’ and select ‘Flexible Payment Option’. We will contact you to answer your questions and send you the booking payment link for €500 only. The remaining amount is due 30 days before your retreat.
