6-Day Algarve Yoga & Coastal Adventure Wellness Retreat in Portugal

You arrive on day one mid-afternoon, check in, and roll straight into a 4:30pm Vinyasa class and guided meditation, followed by an opening circle and a sunset dinner. From days two through five, the structure is steady: 7:30am Vinyasa flow and meditation, breakfast at 9am, then either a group excursion or free time. The excursions are the reason people pick this spot over a plain yoga week. One day you might hike the coastal trail with ocean views on both sides; another, you'll pile into cars or share Ubers to a launch point for a boat trip into the sea caves, or paddle a kayak or standup paddleboard through the rock arches. There's a winery tour with tasting and food pairing in the mix too. Evenings come back to the hotel for a 5pm Yin class, then a 7pm dinner. The last morning is a closing practice and circle before checkout at noon. The schedule is shared a few weeks before you go, and it can shift a little with weather, but the bones of it stay the same.

Sally Mitchell leads the week. She's been teaching since 2010, running retreats since 2014, and holds an E-RYT 200 plus YACEP, along with certifications in massage therapy, Reiki, ChiRunning and ChiWalking, and health coaching. She's known among repeat guests for adapting to every level, offering options and modifications so beginners aren't lost and experienced yogis still get to play with arm balances and inversions. Reviews consistently mention how welcomed people feel and how she creates space for people to go at their own pace. The vibe is relaxed and social rather than intense.

The hotel itself is part of the experience. The Al Karob is a boutique place with Moroccan-inspired interiors, a rooftop terrace with ocean views, a grass lawn, and a pool. You'll have the whole property to yourselves. It's a 10-minute drive to the nearest beach and to Albufeira's old town, and a 15-minute walk to the Algarve Shopping Mall. The rooms are simple but nicely done, each with a private bathroom, linens, towels, toiletries, a hairdryer, A/C, and a TV. This is a retreat that works for solo travellers, couples, or friends, and the group size tops out around 15–20 people.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation at Al Karob Boutique Hotel - Daily breakfast and dinner - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Daily yoga classes (Vinyasa Flow, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra) - Daily guided meditation classes - Group excursions and activities (coastal hikes, boat/kayak/SUP caves trip, winery tour and tasting) - WiFi connection - Luggage storage - Free parking on site

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Lunches - Additional activities not in the itinerary - Additional spa treatments like massages