Yoga & Nature at the Eastern Algarve
Arrive, come down and be easy. In harmony with oneself and nature. Enjoy 1 week of yoga and the tranquil Sandalgarve, with the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve, long sandy beaches and the beautiful town of Tavira. If you want, you can join us for walks and bike rides where you can get to know the Algarve and maybe yourself a little better.

 

Retreat highlights
Daily integral yoga in a small group

Authentic eco hotel in the middle of the Ria Formosa nature reserve with the long sandy beaches of the Ilha de Tavira and only a few km from the beautiful town of Tavira

Optional leisure program with walking and cycling tours and the discovery of authentic places & markets, mindfulness moments and lots of nature

Free use of the entire spa area

7 nights accommodation with breakfast

 

Level
Beginner

advanced

 

program
Day 1 - Arrive
Individual arrival of the participants.

On the day of arrival the dinner is included in the hotel, so that we can get to know each other a bit and get information about the retreat and our holiday region. Depending on the arrival of the participants, we will plan a short yoga class, a meditation or a deep relaxation beforehand or afterwards.

 

Day 2 - First Exploration
In the morning there is an extended yoga class.

Optional: In the afternoon we will hike along the coast of the Eastern Algarve, with beautiful views and maybe insights.

 

Day 3 - Relax
In the morning there is an extended yoga class.

The rest of the day is at leisure, perhaps to relax or for a trip to the offshore island with its beautiful beaches.

 

Day 4 - discover authenticity
Today we start early with our yoga class.

Optional: After breakfast we head to the Central Algarve, first to the market of Loulé, where we stock up for a picnic and then hike to one of the peaks in the hinterland. Along the way, we discover a lot and pause again and again to turn our attention inside.

 

Day 5 - Come to
In the morning there is an extended yoga class.

The rest of the day can be used as freetime.

 

Day 6 - Discover Me (e) hr
Today we start early with our yoga class.

Optional: After breakfast we rent bicycles and discover by bike and train the coast of the Eastern Algarve.

 

Day 7 - Free time
In the morning there is an extended yoga class.

Leisure. Free time. What is yours? The Algarvian way of life on a stroll through Tavira once more to be on itself? Watching birds? To take a walk on the beach? Read? Or just relax? Do exactly what you want.

At the end of the afternoon we meet for a last yoga class and a final dinner in the center of Tavira.

 

Day 8 - departure and homecoming
With a lot of rest and relaxation in the luggage, it's back home.

 

To the yoga classes

Integral Hatha Yoga® integrates the different areas of yoga in a comprehensive and harmonious practice, which is equally accessible to beginners and experienced. Mindful practice, and a happy balance between challenge and relaxation that leads to strength and flexibility, is the basis of our lessons.

For a relaxed body, a calm mind, an open heart and a happy life :-).

 

During our yoga classes, we practice yoga postures, enjoy the deep relaxation, practice breathing techniques and remain in short meditations.

 

The lessons are in english, the maximum group size is 16 participants.

 

Yoga teacher Sabine Kampmeier
I am German and have been living part of my time in the beautiful Algarve for many years. I lived in Tavira for a few years and am always fascinated by the beautiful town with over 30 churches and the authentic, sympathetic environment and the scenic beauty of the Ria Formosa. I am tourism consultant & trainer, yoga teacher and mother. I myself discovered yoga more than 10 years ago, first as a wonderful and gentle way to prepare for birth, and later in a moment when work and home life demanded advanced knowledge and techniques for coping with challenges and stress. Since then, I have been fascinated by the all-encompassing yoga philosophy and by what yoga teaches us not only physically but also mentally and at the level of the heart.

For several years I have been certified Integral Yoga® teacher and stress management trainer. I love teaching Integral Hatha Yoga because it integrates the different areas of yoga into a harmonious and comprehensive practice that is accessible to everyone, regardless of health and age.

 

Place
Our retreat takes place in the 4 * Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora in the nature reserve Ria Formosa in the Eastern Algarve near the beautiful town of Tavira

The Eastern Algarve, with its beaches and the authentic places off the nature reserve, is still considered a small insider's tip.

Places nearby
Faro International Airport - 50 km

Tavira 5 km

 

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Our hotel
The Eco Hotel Vila Galé Tavira has emerged from the renovation and the loving conversion of a former tuna fishing station. The fishing families lived here until the 1970s during the summer months. The tiny fishermen's apartments have been converted into hotel rooms, some with breathtaking views of the Ria Formosa nature reserve.

 

The existing small church and the school were preserved. And the former bakery has been converted into a museum, on the upper floor of which is our beautiful yoga room with wooden floor. The hotel literally breathes the tradition of the region and has also transformed itself into an eco-hotel, whose sustainable environmental practices have won numerous awards.

The hotel is located in the middle of the Ria Formosa nature reserve, so guests can go bird watching, cycling or boat tours from the hotel. Facilities include a large swimming pool, two bars and two restaurants, a spa with indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath and massage rooms. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi internet in all areas.

To the dream beaches of Ilha de Tavira, which are as far as the eye can see, it is only a few steps to the jetty of the hotel, from where a boat in a few minutes on the offshore island with endless and very wide sandy beaches: A real paradise. You can reserve a double or a single room as desired. For an extra charge you can book a room with a view of the Ria Formosa.

 

food
During the retreat, a daily breakfast buffet is included.

You can also have lunch or dinner at the hotel. The town of Tavira, 5 km away, also offers many authentic and beautiful restaurants.

 

The following meals are included:

breakfast

Dinner at the hotel on day 1

Dinner in the restaurant on day 7

The following diets are available and / or can be considered:

Vegetarian

Regular (usually includes meat and fish)

If you have special dietary needs, we recommend that you inform the organizer when booking.

 

Leisure activities and sights (optional)
In addition to the yoga program, there is also the opportunity to take part in the activities marked "Optional", which will complete the content of the yoga journey and introduce you to your authentic and unique holiday region.

 

Also, on request and according to availability, further yoga classes or spa treatments can be planned.

 

Date and prices
28.09. - 05.10.2019 790 € per person, single supplement 329 €

11.2. 09.11.2019 695 € per person, single supplement 269 €

 

Optional excursion package: 195 €

 

What is included in the price?
1x daily breakfast buffet

4 days 2.5 hours yoga each

1 day 2 h yoga in the morning and 1.5 h yoga in the evening

1 day 2 h Yoga

7 nights accommodation

Provision of the yoga equipment (mat, cushion / block)

Free use of the entire spa area

 

What is not included in the price?
Optional excursion package with 3 excursions

airfare

Lunch and dinner

Transfer from and to the airport

further activities

Spa treatments

 

cancellation policy
A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.

Your deposit is fully refundable if you cancel the reservation up to 60 days prior to arrival.

The balance is due 30 days prior to arrival.
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