Self-Worth & Adventure Retreat in Peneda-Gerês, Portugal

The retreat is built around a clear framework that works on three levels: identity, vitality, and direction. Mornings typically start with somatic meditation and conscious movement to ground attention in the body, followed by a group circle where the day's themes are introduced. Most days then move outdoors — into Bosque de Albergaria, the village of Lindoso, or along the Geira Romana — where nature is treated as part of the method, not just a backdrop. Cold water immersion in natural pools, shamanic drum journeying, and reflective teaching round out the afternoons.

The itinerary is deliberately paced to alternate harder work with integration. Day four is a rest day, softer in rhythm, with time near Caniçada Lake and São Bento Sanctuary. The final day focuses on practical integration: vision work, Tarot, and a concrete plan for applying what's been learned at home. Guests leave with a set of tools from the Inner Worth framework, including the Borrowed Value Map and the 21-Day Integration Path.

The setting matters. Peneda-Gerês is remote, rugged, and quiet. The retreat house sits in Carvalheira, a small village on the edge of the park, with mountain views, forest trails at the doorstep, and silence. That isolation supports the inward focus of the week.

Host Pablo co-founded Inner Spark with Monika. He was an engineer before meeting a shaman and yogi master, and his teaching blends practical grounding with spiritual work. The group is capped at ten people, one reason the program can be so responsive to individual needs.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation - Specialized workshops - Group excursions/activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Course Manual - Professional event photos - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Transportation during the retreat - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Meals - Visa fee - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary