Wellness Yoga Retreat for Menopause in Peneda Gerês National Park

The Graceful Menopause Yoga Retreat is a week-long immersive experience that combines ancient practices with modern wellness wisdom to support women through the menopausal transition. The retreat's philosophy centers on the power of holistic self-care: through daily yoga, pranayama (breath work), mindful walking, and educational workshops, participants learn to manage symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, and sleep disturbances while nurturing bone density, flexibility, and overall well-being.

Your days begin with a morning yoga practice specifically designed for menopausal women, focusing on calming the nervous system, toning the body, and improving flexibility and bone density. After a nourishing breakfast, guided nature walks through the pristine forests of Peneda Gerês allow you to connect deeply with nature, boost your immune system, and help clarify your thoughts and emotions. The afternoons are dedicated to specialized workshops, including natural cosmetics creation, self-care routines, holistic nutrition guidance, and a cooking class where you learn to prepare delicious and hormone-supportive vegetarian meals.

Evening sessions alternate between yin yoga and restorative yoga, promoting deep rest and restoration, improving blood circulation and detoxification, and helping you regulate your sleep patterns. Yoga postures are modified to accommodate all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced practitioners, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and supported.

The retreat is hosted at the Ecotura Nature Resort in the charming village of Castro Laboreiro, a beautiful complex of traditional stone houses surrounded by a river valley and mountains. This unique location, within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, offers a rare opportunity for complete immersion in nature, wildlife watching, and even a swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Laboreiro River (weather permitting). With delicious, organic, plant-based meals served three times a day, this retreat provides a complete reset for your body and mind.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Daily yoga classes - Daily pranayama classes - Daily meditation classes - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Cooking class - Specialized workshops (natural cosmetics, self-care, holistic nutrition, face yoga, pelvic floor) - Group excursions/activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Transportation during the retreat - Airport pick-up and drop-off - Parking - Course manual - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Free cancellation up to 1 day before arrival

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments - Optional upgrades (extra nights, private class, laundry)