8 Day Balance and Restore Retreat by the Sea with The Salty in Cascais, Portugal
Reconnect and Restore: A Social Yoga and Meditation Retreat by the Sea in Portugal
Sometimes, slowing down is the most powerful thing you can do. The Salty’s Balance & Restore retreat in Cascais is your invitation to reset, reconnect, and root down with oceanside yoga, mindful movement, nourishing food, and just the right dose of adventure. Flow through daily classes, guided meditation, and deep relaxation. Let nature ground you, and the ocean carry what no longer serves. It’s soulful, simple, and filled with the kind of moments that make space for more of you.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Twice-daily yoga most days—energising morning flow and restorative afternoon sessions
- 1 semi-private meditation session for deeper grounding
- Guided meditation hike to a hidden coastal spot
- One 45-minute full-body massage with the in-house therapist
- 1 surf lesson with board, wetsuit, and transport included
- 7 nights coastal-style lodging designed for rest, connection, and barefoot living
- Breakfast buffet every morning in the sunlit garden terrace
- 2 included group dinners: Portuguese tapas and BBQ night
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
7 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Shopping
- Table tennis
- Bar
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Bicycle rental
- Board rental
- Conference room
- Dry cleaning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
- Library
- Tour assistance
Your home for the week is calm, coastal, and filled with soft energy. Stay in a premium shared, twin, or private ensuite room—simple comfort designed for connection and stillness.
Each morning, roll out mats right by the waves for seaside yoga. Cascais offers one of the most soul-stirring yoga settings among all locations. It’s grounding, pure, and deeply real.
Program
Yoga and Meditation
Begin your day right by the seaside with dynamic flow, close it in stillness. Morning Vinyasa energizes and aligns, while late-afternoon yin and restorative practices offer space to slow down and go inward.
Included in your week is a semi-private meditation session, 1 relaxing 45-min massage plus a guided hike to a remote coastal spot, where we breathe, ground, and finish with wine, snacks, and golden light.
Surf Sessions
Let’s catch those Cascais waves together. One surf lesson included with ISA-certified surf coaches and smooth progression-based sessions, you’ll build confidence whether you’re popping up for the first time or chasing the next barrel. The Salty Surf & Yoga will take care of transport, gear, and good vibes, so you can focus on the wave.
Sample daily schedule
- 07:30 Morning yoga (Energetic Vinyasa)
- 09:00 Nourishing breakfast buffet
- 10:30 Optional surf, massage or free time
- 13:30 Soulful lunch, grab a bite from the all-day Salty Bites menu (not incl.)
- 14:00 Relax, book a massage, or join a guided meditation hike.
- Afternoon – Chill, beach hangs, spa time, or local exploring
- 17:00 Afternoon yoga (Yin/Restorative)
- 19:00 Optional group dinner or sunset drinks
Guided meditation hike and free time to explore
Twice a week, weather and season depending, you will head out for a guided meditation hike to the remote beach of Praia da Ursa. Think coastal trails, grounding breathwork on golden sand, and a slow moment to finish with local wine and snacks. It’s the kind of experience that stays with you.
With a surf lesson on one day, there’s plenty of time to swim, wander Cabo da Roca’s cliffs, explore Cascais’ beaches and historic center, or take a short trip into Lisbon or Sintra. This place is built for balance.
Instructors
Ida
Ida, the in-house yogi goddess from Finland, will help develop muscular strength, stamina, flexibility, balance, and breathing. Ida will bring balance to your body and mind during your morning practice by the sea, so that you build your bodies to be light and strong for the day. She teaches both Ying and Yang yoga along with meditation sessions.
Gabby
Born in England and went to high school in Portugal, at heart, Gabby is a true South African and the beach has always been a great part of her life. She will make sure you are not only progressing with surfing, but that you have a smile on your face the whole time.
Monika
Monika is one of the co-founders of The Salty and she is also the hostel "mum". She is always happy no matter how bad the day may seem. Monika will always find a way to make you smile and cheer you up. Not only that, she is also a qualified masseuse with over 10 years experience and available everyday to help you relax with a beautiful Ayurveda massage.
Anna
Anna is from the UK, and she will take care of some the yoga classes and SUP yoga classes out on the water. She teaches both Hatha and Yin yoga styles.
Retreat location
Just 30 minutes from Lisbon, Cascais is an elegant beach town with soul. Stroll palm-lined promenades, sip espresso at marina cafés, and breathe in the fresh Atlantic air.
Wander from the retreat to peaceful beaches, dramatic cliffs, and winding back streets filled with boutique shops and coastal energy. It’s timeless, balanced, and beautifully Portuguese.
Food
Each day starts with a free breakfast buffet, served outside in the garden terrace. Enjoy freshly baked bread, fruit, yogurt, eggs, hummus, cereals, cheeses, and warm rotating dishes, plus organic teas, Nespresso, and citrus-infused water.
In the evenings, gather for two included group dinners - a Portuguese tapas and wine night, and a seafood / vegetarian BBQ with sangria. Optional dinners are also available throughout the week. Always relaxed, always optional, these gatherings are all about sharing food, stories, and sunsets with fellow travellers. Join when it suits your flow.
Salty Bites All Day Menu – Baja Mexican
Think fresh, flavour-packed Baja-Mexican eats served all day; tacos, nachos, quesadillas, paired with local wines, chilled corona beers, coconut & mango margaritas, sangria, ciders, and refreshing kombucha. Sun, sea, and seriously good food.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Seafood
Things to do (optional)
Surf and Free Time
Your stay includes 1 surf lesson and premium surfboard access at Guincho beach for 6 full days — perfect for chasing the rolling Atlantic swells just down the coast. Whether you’re stepping onto a board for the first time or refining your style, the beach offers waves for every level. Extra surf lessons can be added on-site for an extra fee.
And when you’re not in the water
- Stroll the cobbled streets of Cascais, lined with artisan shops, wine bars, and ocean-view cafés
- Cycle the scenic coastal path to Guincho Beach, with salty air and dramatic cliffs all the way
- Take a short train to Lisbon for vibrant city life, culture, and rooftop sunsets
- Hike or e-bike into Sintra’s fairytale forests and palaces
- Stretch out with a book on our sunny terrace or unwind in the garden with nothing on the agenda
For a truly unforgettable adventure...
Join the most-loved optional experience: a guided meditation hike to one Portugal's best kept secrets in Sintra National Park. This one is included in your package. Offered twice a week, this magical tour takes participants down to Ursa beach. It’s a powerful pause in nature and an experience that stays with you long after the retreat ends.
This is your time to breathe deep, move slow, and let the Atlantic set your rhythm.
Spa treatments
The retreat includes one deeply relaxing 45-minute massage with an experienced therapist, perfect for releasing tension and nourishing the nervous system. Additional treatments can be booked anytime.
What's included
- 7 nights premium accommodation
- Unlimited yoga classes (up to 11) except Mondays
- 1 surf lessons with ISA-certified instructors
- Surfboard access available 6 full days during your stay (excluding check-in and check-out days)
- 1 guided meditation hike
- 1 semi-private meditation session
- 1 45-minute body massage
- 1 seafood / vegetarian BBQ night
- 1 Portuguese tapas and wine dinner
- Daily breakfast buffet
- Free use of yoga mats, surfboard, and wetsuit
- Transportation to / from the surf beach for the surf lesson
- Community vibe and access to all shared spaces
- Free time to explore Lisbon and Sintra or do absolutely nothing
What's not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Additional dinners
- Additional surf classes beyond what's listed
- Lunches and snacks
- Additional massages and guided meditation hike
- Yoga on Mondays
- Surfboard rental on arrival and departure day
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 64 per person
Lisbon Portela Airport
25 km away from your destination
Driving directions from Lisbon
If you’re arriving by car, take highway A5 (toll ~1.30 EUR), about a 30-minute drive. Or scenic coastal N6 (Av. Marginal).
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS). You can book a private 20-minute transfer approximately from 55 EUR one way (100 EUR return, up to 4 people). Send flight details to enquire about price and book.
Arrival by train / bus
Take RED metro to Alameda, switch to GREEN line to Cais do Sodré (25 min, ~2.80 EUR). Then train to Monte Estoril (35 min, ~3.70 EUR). From Monte Estoril: taxi (~2-4 EUR) or 650 meter walk uphill to the retreat.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 7 days before arrival.
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