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Yoga Retreat Porto
Are you searching for that special longing place where time goes slow and you discover a new natural flow within yourself? Where nature indulges you, people are smiling and the food is simply delicious? A place where you can link again body and mind? Don't look any further. Stay with us for one week in our high comfort resort by virgin blue flag beaches in the authentic north of Portugal.
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Highlights
- 14 yoga sessions including material
- 1 5-star dinner all inclusive in famous restaurant Oxala
- Fully equipped kitchen for self-catering
- Pick-up from local train station Ovar
- Drinking water and teas daily
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast buffet
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (US$ 69 per person)
Accommodation
The modern villa stands out with a clean line design inside and outside. To bring outdoor nature into the rooms, Golden Waves Surf Lodge used the warmest organic material in their craftsmanship which is raw wood. Sustainability never looked better. The lounge area with a king size sofa in front of the fireplace and the plasma TV, an extra long dining table invite to share good times together.
The beautiful garden is blessed with old pine trees and reflects the special tranquility of the natural surrounding. You will instantly feel at peace. Enjoy your Yoga Sessions in our tasteful Yoga studio. Have a dip in the outdoor swimming pool and share a tennis or football match on our court.
You can choose between cozy 6 bed dorms, a Premium 4 bed dorm, single suites, romantic double rooms, or spacious family suites all with garden views. All rooms have private bathrooms with amenities. To guarantee your best sleep after a day of Yoga and Nature, high-quality comfort mattresses and superior bed linen will be provided. A personalized sound system is in every room to connect electronic devices and color lighting allow to create individual ambiance however you feel like. Plenty of storage space in the wardrobe and personal safes for each guest. Your room will be soundproof and have central heating and blackout curtains.
Guests can use the common kitchen area to prepare their own meals, as well as the outdoor barbecue facilities. Several local restaurants are available within a 5-minute walk from the lodge, serving typical Portuguese meals and international dishes.
Program
Zen
Embraced by the tranquility of our Zen garden, surrounded by lush pine trees. While the birds sing and the hammocks swing in the ocean breeze, we sink deeper into energetic and mindful positions. Enjoy your daily practice of holistic breathing and flexibility.
International Yoga instructors, daily Yoga
We connected with internationally well-known yoga instructors. Our inspiring life by the Atlantic Ocean is linked with their magical yoga style. Daily Vinyasa session in the mornings and Yin in the evenings.
Best local Surf instructors, daily Surf
Surf in a safe and beautifully natural environment with our professional help. Golden Waves offers an holistic surf experience. Nestled between endless beaches, the Nature Park of Maceda Pine Forest and the preserved Lagoon Ria de Aveiro, we are embraced by Nature and Ocean.
You will enjoy this unique experience including 14 yoga sessions with internationally known Instructors. They will challenge you in their Vinyasa rise and shine morning sessions at 8 a.m. and sooth your body in their restorative Yin relax and recover practices before sunset at 6 p.m. Each of 80 minutes.
The time between yoga can be filled with additional surf classes, guided stand up paddling tours, ocean walks on kilometers of empty wild beaches, bike riding on Portugal's best bike trail network, professional deep tissue massages, exploring a huge treasure of culture, enjoying delicious Portuguese food, or simply sunbathing at the outdoor pool area sun beds, shower, and restroom.
If you would like to maintain your fitness routine, you can have a tennis or football match on the home court.
Sample daily schedule
- 08:00 Vinyasa yoga
- 09.30 Healthy breakfast buffet
- 10:30 Free time to explore the beach or pool, enjoy the sun, discover cultural treasures in our surrounding, catch the bikes and spot flamingos in the lagoon, book a massage, try out stand up paddling or surfing
- 18.00 Restorative Yin yoga
- 20:30 Evening activities
Instructors
Eleonor Saarinen
Eleonor Saarinen from Finland is a positive, enthusiastic and fun soul. She aims an inviting practice for everyone and encourages to explore new boundaries. As an experienced Yoga instructor, Dancer and Personal Trainer she helps her students to cultivate pure body awareness. Eleonor is registered with Yoga Alliance International and Qualification awarded in Theatre and Contemporary Dance. You can expect an outstanding connection between body and mind in her classes.
Retreat location
Your Fluidity Yoga Eco Retreat will take place in Furadouro, Portugal. Just 30 kilometers from Porto by the coast, a picturesque seaside village nestled between endless beaches, the nature park of Maceda Pine Forest, and the Lagoon Ria de Aveiro. The Lodge is just a short walk to Praia da Furadouro. All year round, we have comfortable temperatures; 300 days of sunshine and pure Atlantic Ocean air.
Furadouro has a charming historic center. You will find superb local restaurants that serve Portuguese and International dishes for great prices. Not to mention the grilled fish plates that arrived in the morning and were just caught from the local fishermen in the sea. Cozy cafés, fancy beach bars, delicious ice cream parlors and crèpe stands, as well as a sparkling nightlife; it is all just a stone’s throw away walking or by bike from the resort.
Virgin beaches
Just south of Porto lies Furadouro, a small seaside village with kilometers of virgin beaches and one of Portugal’s most secret destinations. You will dive into a world of yoga, fluidity, fresh salty air, and Portuguese tranquility. Balance body and mind and live a slow life.
Unique features
Activities
- Stand up paddle boarding
- Surfing
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Tennis court
General
- Bar
- Barbeque facilities
- Beach
- Café
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Hammock
- In-room safe
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Poolside bar
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga studio
Services
- Free bicycle
- Free bottled water
- Free parking
- Free toiletries
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hair dryer
- Library
- Local market
Food
Culinary experience
Wake up your senses with a healthy and splendid generous breakfast buffet. There is a fully equipped and ready to use the common kitchen for your self-catering. Eating out is always a culinary highlight and we share our best kept secret with you and invite you every Friday night for an all inclusive 5-star dinner at famous restaurant Oxala.
Breakfast buffet
Healthy and rich, made with love is included and served outside on the sunny terrace or inside the cozy lounge area. The breakfast consists of fresh, local. and tropical fruit, a variety of cereals, vegan raspberry oat porridge, bio yogurts, still warm pastry from the bakery with all kind of sweet spread, rice bread, whole grain bread, local cheese, ham, eggs. Fruit juices, fruit infused water, coffee, cappuccino, tea selections, soy milk. All served up with a smile.
5-star dinner Portuguese cuisine
Freshest local ingredients and seafood from Atlantic waters make the world’s best dishes. Eating out is always a culinary highlight and we share our best kept secret with you and invite you every Friday night for an all inclusive 5-star dinner if you booked a weekly package with us.
Oxalá is an excellent and famous restaurant in the Porto area with views on the Marina, known for its fresh grilled fish dishes, generous barbecue meat portions, and grilled vegetables. Try out the included wine selection from the private wine cellar and enjoy its highly professional staff. The first welcome tapas in the lobby are impressive. Taste Iberian hams, sausages, cheeses, olive oils, nuts, pastries, and sparkling wine while being entertained by a magic show.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Raw food
- Lactose Free
- Whole food
Things to do (optional)
Cultural treasures
Here in the North of Portugal you will still find hidden and secret places for sightseeing. Away from tourist crowds and with authentic people. Return with forever travel memories. Start from the Lodge to your personal Portuguese culture journey. All recommended spots are easily reachable by train, car or bike.
Porto
Porto is a Unesco World Heritage and Best European Tourism Destination. You can avoid the traffic and parking troubles by taking off to your city adventure from the lodge. The train from Ovar brings you directly to the City Center, where nightlife is epic. You will find friends for one night or even for a lifetime.
Aveiro
Known as the Portuguese Venice and a must-see in our region. Jump on a moliceiro and cross the river channels, watch the art nouveau houses, and try ovos moles. Don’t leave us without having experienced this special place.
Ovar
One of the best places to see Portuguese tiles and the nationwide famous Carnaval. Just behind the lodge.
Furadouro
Furadouro is a lively seaside village with a charming historic center. You will find superb local restaurants that serve Portuguese and International dishes for great prices. Cozy cafés, fancy beach bars, delicious ice cream parlors, and sparkling nightlife. It is all just a stone’s throw away.
Ria De Aveiro
In the Province Ovar everything lives around these 47 kilometers of water parallel to the sea. A network of canals and islands, its waters are home to Flamingos and heaps of rare birds species.
Churches Of Válega And Cortegaça
True masterpieces of tile painting art and one of the most impressive churches in Portugal. At sunset, they are particularly beautiful, bathed in sunlight. Golden temples that shine in fantastic multi colors, framed by majestic palm trees.
Santa Maria Da Feira
Historical medieval town hosting one of the most beautiful castles in Portugal. A visit inside the stone walls and the fantastic views are worth it all year around. Every year in August, streets are filled with knights, merchants, fire eaters, and jugglers when the Feira da Medieval takes place.
Stand Up Paddle (50 EUR)
Enjoy a day out on flat waters and paddle through the Nature Reserve, the Lagoon of Aveiro. The tide will help us to move forward with less effort while we can spot flamingos and other animals in the wild. SUP is easy and allows you to enjoy the water in a different way.
Surf lessons (40 EUR)
Join the surf classes in the morning and experience the Ocean in a safe way. Golden Waves Surf Lodge surf teachers are all certified and your best buddies in the water. They have pristine blue flag beaches just in front of the house, so don't miss this opportunity!
Massage
Professional deep tissue massage treatments (50 EUR per hour).
What's included
- 7 nights accommodation
- 7 daily breakfast buffet
- 1 5-star dinner all inclusive in famous restaurant Oxala
- 14 yoga sessions included material
- Fully equipped kitchen for self-catering
- Access to swimming pool and sports area
- Mountain bikes
- Pick-up from local train station Ovar
- Drinking water and teas
- Wi-Fi
What's not included
- Transfer to the resort
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport
40 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 69 per person
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Porto Airport (OPO). Easy and economic public transfer (5 EUR) or private airport transfer (60 EUR) is available upon request.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
