Women's Forest Wellness Weekend with Somatic Movement & Herbal Rituals in Portugal

The retreat takes place at a small forest property in Pereiro Grande, a rural village in the Odemira area of Alentejo. The setting is intentionally simple: a natural clay spa, a sauna, a hot tub, an outdoor fire circle, and sleeping arrangements under the open sky or in a shared yurt. There's no Wi-Fi pushing you to check emails, no pool bar, no lobby — just trees, warmth, and quiet.

Mornings include guided somatic movement sessions, which are slow, body-focused practices designed to release tension and bring you back into physical awareness. You'll also learn womb care techniques and self-abdominal massage — gentle methods that support digestion, relaxation, and a sense of grounding in your centre. These aren't athletic sessions; they're about noticing your body and letting go of what's held tight.

The heart of the weekend is the fire-and-water rhythm. You can move between the sauna, hot tub, herbal bath, and cold shower as many times as you like, in whatever order feels right. The herbal bath uses plants chosen to soothe the senses and support integration. In the evening, everyone gathers around the fire — not for structured sharing circles, but for quiet conversation, warmth, and the simple pleasure of being together.

Food is central to the experience. Anna, a trained herbalist and plant-based chef, prepares every meal with seasonal ingredients and herbal wisdom. Past guests have described the food as 'the most magical on earth' and 'giving strength and healing.' Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks are all included, along with herbal teas and warm drinks throughout the day.

Optional add-ons are available: a 60-minute Mayan abdominal massage, a full-body Ayurvedic massage, or a one-on-one personal guidance session. These can be pre-booked or arranged intuitively during the weekend.

The retreat is held once, on 19–20 September 2026, with check-in at noon on Friday and check-out at noon on Saturday. Capacity is small and intimate — the listing notes that 9 people are currently interested, and the setting suits a group of roughly that size.

What's included

- 1 night accommodation (bring your own tent or use the shared yurt) - Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks - Water, herbal teas, coffee, and warm drinks throughout the day - Somatic movement sessions - Womb care and self-abdominal massage workshop - Access to sauna, hot tub, herbal bath, and cold shower - Fire circle gathering - Parking

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Optional treatments (Mayan abdominal massage, Ayurvedic massage, personal guidance session) - Sleeping gear (bring your own sleeping bag, mat, pillow) - Your own tent (if you prefer not to use the shared yurt)