8-Day Surf & Yoga Wellness Escape in Portugal's Algarve

This retreat is based at a comfortable, air-conditioned villa on the edge of the Costa Vicentina natural park, about 20 minutes from the surf beaches of the southwest Algarve. The daily rhythm is simple: morning yoga to loosen up, a healthy organic breakfast, then a shuttle to the beach for a surf lesson. After lunch back at the villa, the afternoon is free for swimming, reading, or exploring the area – and you'll end the day with a relaxing Yin Yoga session before dinner.

What makes this retreat different is the balance. The activities are well calibrated – enough to feel progress in the water and on the mat, but with plenty of free time to soak up the Algarve. You'll get five surf lessons with certified instructors, video analysis of your surfing to help you improve, and daily yoga sessions led by teachers like Jenni and Igohr, who bring their own personal journeys to their teaching.

The villa itself is a big part of the experience. There's a large private pool (about 5m x 10m) with sun loungers, several terraces, and a garden with hammocks and quiet corners for meditation. The five bedrooms are stylishly furnished, many opening directly onto the pool area. The kitchen is fully equipped if you want to cook, and there's a fireplace for cooler evenings.

The retreat also serves as a base for exploring the western Algarve. You can walk or drive to the dramatic cliffs and empty beaches of the Costa Vicentina, visit fishing villages like Salema, or try other activities like mountain biking, golf, or kayaking – all easy to arrange from the villa.

What's included

- 8 days / 7 nights accommodation in a shared or private twin suite - 7 organic breakfasts, 5 lunches, a Brazilian welcome BBQ, and a Portuguese seafood lunch/dinner - Daily coffee, tea, water, juice, milk, and fresh fruit - 5 days of morning and evening yoga sessions - 5 surf lessons with certified instructors - All surf equipment (board and wetsuit) - Beach transfers for surf lessons - Video analysis of your surfing - Free Wi-Fi

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Airport transfers (available at extra cost) - Lunch on 2 days and most dinners (not included in the package) - Extra snacks and drinks not listed - Activities other than surf and yoga (e.g., mountain biking, golf, kayaking) - Personal expenses