You want to relax, refresh, and get away from the hustle of your daily life? So why not escape for a few days or weeks to a yoga retreat in Portugal? Portugal is an amazing country with beautiful landscapes that offer incredible serenity and mild climate year-round. The Portuguese are also some of the most peaceful people on earth! Whether you’re looking for a Portugal yoga retreat nestled in nature’s beauty or something more urban-like Lisbon, Portugal has it all! In this article, I wanted to highlight 10 retreat centres where you can enjoy your next yoga vacation to Portugal.
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The 10 Best Yoga Retreats in Portugal
4 Day Relaxing Meditation and Yoga Holiday with Surf and Massage in Cascais, Portugal
Wake up to the sound of the ocean every morning, get up to meditate at sunrise right by the sea with great people, and practice yoga while hearing nothing but the sounds of the beautiful waves, that’s what awaits you at this yoga retreat in Cascais. This is a great place to relax, detox, and de-stress. You will enjoy delicious vegetarian meals and have plenty of time for walks on the beach or national park and surfing if you wish. It’s a really beautiful location.
This Portugal yoga retreat and surf camp offers a morning meditation session by the ocean, yoga practice with a view of the sea, one massage treatment, and three nights of accommodation with a shared bathroom. A great budget option for young retreat goers.
Duration: 4 days
Price: $319
Closest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) – 20 minutes
Airport pick-up included? No
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: On request
5 Day Wellbeing Getaway Yoga Camps at Sandhi House in Ericeira, Lisbon
This yoga retreat Portugal in Sandhi House is set in one of the most beautiful locations on the Portuguese coast, Ericeira. The house has a stunning view over the ocean and you can practice your yoga overlooking the waves or in the beautiful gardens. This wellness retreat will offer you plenty of time to relax and enjoy nature, as well as some lovely yoga sessions with experienced teachers. They teach a mix of yin and dynamic yoga classes, so you’ll both relax (try the yoga nidra to experience deep relaxation!) and get your sweat on. You will practice yoga at the beach most mornings (weather permitting) with a mix of yin poses/restorative yoga in beautiful surroundings overlooking the ocean. You can also choose between morning or evening sessions on some days. Other activities include meditation practice, walking, surfing, SUP, and more.
Duration: 5-day retreat
Price: $593
Closest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) – 32km
Airport pick-up included? No
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: On request
4 Day Mini Yoga and Surf Retreat in Lisbon
Oasis Backpackers’ Hostel Sintra Surf invites you to a surf and yoga retreat in Portugal that you will remember forever. This is the perfect place to learn how to surf, as the waves here are gentle and consistent. The hostel has a great location, with direct access to the beach. You will enjoy daily yoga classes every morning on the rooftop terrace overlooking the ocean before hitting the waves for some surfing lessons. You’ll also get plenty of free time to explore the nearby castles, rocks to climb, and forests to explore. Bikes are also available for rental. Located in a former holiday colony of the Portuguese Railway, the retreat sits in the pinewoods right next to the Atlantic ocean, in between the two beaches of Praia das Maças and Praia Grande. A dream.
Duration: 4 days
Price: $343
Closest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) – 29km
Airport pick-up included? No, but you can easily reach them by public transport
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: Yes!
8 Days Deluxe Massage, Surf, Hike, and Yoga Holiday in Ericeira, Portugal
This Deluxe Massage, Surf, Hike, and Yoga Holiday is a perfect way to experience all that Portugal has to offer. You will stay in an eco-friendly retreat center situated on the edge of a nature reserve with stunning ocean views. You can enjoy yoga classes every morning as well as hikes through the beautiful countryside or along the beach. Hatha Flow yoga is a great way to prepare your body for the day, by becoming stronger, more flexible, and breathing better. You will also have the chance to enjoy a traditional Portuguese massage or even learn how to give one yourself. After that, you can relax in the yoga room with some tea and snacks before heading out for your surf lesson. The center is just next door to Ericeira’s famous surfing beach, where you’ll be able to catch some sun and relax.
Duration: 8 days
Price: $639
Closest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) – 20 minutes
Airport pick-up included? No
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: On request
4 Day Eco-Friendly Yoga Holiday in Aljezur, Portugal
A yoga retreat Portugal in Aljezur is a great way to get back to nature and enjoy some peace and quiet. The retreat center is situated on a hill overlooking the beautiful countryside of Western Algarve. You can choose between Hatha, Vinyasa Yoga, Yin, or restorative yoga classes every morning. There are also meditation practices every morning, and the great opportunity to take surf lessons, of course. With so much to choose from, you’ll never get bored! You can also take advantage of the yoga shala where you can have some tea and relax after your class.
Duration: 4 days
Price: $239
Closest Airport: Faro Airport – 82 km
Airport pick-up included? Yes
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: Yes!
7 Day Yoga, Meditation and Soul Food Portugal yoga retreat at Nature Lodge in Odeceixe, Portugal
Located on a private peninsula, Nature Lodge offers yoga and meditation retreats in Portugal that you will never forget. On this 7-day yoga retreat, you can enjoy two daily meditation practices as well as Hatha Yoga classes every morning. It’s the perfect way to get away from it all for some much-needed rest and relaxation! There are also optional outdoor activities such as surfing lessons, SUP, canoeing, or just going to the beach.
Duration: 7 days
Price: $721
Closest Airport: Faro Airport (FAO) – 90 minutes
Airport pick-up included? No
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: Yes, and it’s all delicious food!
5 Day of Running Yoga Holidays in Funchal, Madeira Island
This yoga retreat in Funchal is a great one for very active people who wish to combine running and yoga. You’ll explore a new part of the Island every day while running through the most beautiful sites of the UNESCO World Heritage Laurissilva Forest, as well as the ancient Levadas (irrigation canals). You’ll also do yoga every day, of course. The program is designed to make you stronger and more flexible by using dynamic movements in conjunction with breathing techniques. The best place to meet with like-minded people and make new friends!
Duration: 5 days
Price: $1,008
Closest Airport: Madeira (FNC) – 25 km
Airport pick-up included? Yes
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: On request
8 Day Self-Care Yoga and Meditation Holiday on the Atlantic Ocean of Sintra
This yoga retreat in Lisbon is not just your average meditation and Hatha Yoga holiday. You’ll be staying at a luxurious eco-friendly backpacker hostel situated on the Atlantic coast, with stunning ocean views from every room. From the private rooms, you can get a double room with twin beds or one double as well as single rooms. The center has its own restaurant where you can enjoy healthy food as well as vegan options, so no need to worry. You’ll also get to enjoy two yoga and meditation classes every day, as well as one healing workshop. There’s plenty of time for relaxation too, so you can take a swim in the ocean or just enjoy the organic food, lay out on the beach, and listen to the waves.
Duration: 8 days
Price: $541
Closest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport – 29 km
Airport pick-up included? No
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: Yes!
4 Day Transformative Fasting Detox Cleanse and Yoga Retreat in Portimao
This cleansing and detox yoga retreat in Portugal is a great way to get back in shape after the holidays. You’ll enjoy two daily mindfulness practice sessions, as well as Hatha Yoga classes every morning, designed to rejuvenate your body and soul. There’s also an optional activity each day such as surfing lessons, SUP, and spa treatments (acupuncture, massage, etc). This is the perfect opportunity to focus on yourself and get rid of any negative energy you may have been carrying around.
Duration: 4 days
Price: from $697
Closest Airport: Faro Airport (FAO) – 52 km
Airport pick-up included? No
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: On request
6 Day Luxury Healing Retreat with Yoga and Harmonization of the Chakras in Algarve
This next level Portugal yoga retreat is perfect for people who are looking to improve their overall health. You’ll enjoy two daily yoga and meditation classes, as well as one healing workshop. The program is designed to help you harmonize your chakras and increase your energy levels. The itinerary is tailor-made according to your preferences and needs, so you can go at your own pace. During your stay, you’ll enjoy two yoga classes per day by the amazing hosts, two meditation sessions, and two massages.
Duration: 6 days
Price: $2,432
Closest Airport: Faro Airport (FAO) – 19 km
Airport pick-up included? No
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Languages: English
Vegan Friendly?: Yes!
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