Yoga retreat on the breathtaking Atlantic coast, Portugal
19 - 25 July 2025
Cost from £1125
Teacher Erin Prichard
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About Cocoon
Explore and run wild on this stunning stretch of unspoilt coastline.
Cocoon is a 275 acre coastal farm and retreat, offering inspiration and community. A magical setting, where between the oversized hammocks and the freshwater lake, you'll start to lose track of time. It is located in coastal Alentejo, known for its long stretches of untouched beaches and white-washed villages. The nearest town is charming Vila Nova de Milfontes.
The Vicentine Coast Natural Park runs about 100km down the coast. The preserved nature has a strong and wild character here, creating landscapes of breathtaking majesty. The coast is ideal for swimming, surfing and hiking along the gorgeous sandstone bluffs.
Retreat programme
There will be yoga classes each morning and evening with Erin, one yoga-free day and no yoga on travel days. Classes will be suitable for all abilities.
Each day will begin with a morning class of meditation and a flowing asana practice to gently open the body and attune the mind to the breath. Either on the outdoor platform under the canopy of pines or in the light and airy indoor shala. This will be followed by a nourishing and delicious breakfast made from local produce.
Between classes there will be time to head off to the beach with a picnic lunch and swim or surf in the sea, walk in the stunning surroundings or simply relax in a hammock with a good book.
The group will meet again in the late afternoon for a more relaxing and restorative class to delve deeper into the postures. This will be followed by a delicious al fresco dinner.
Things to do
You can head off to the beach, Cocoon is just 10 minutes drive away from Praia do Malhao, a fabulous untouched beach. Many of the nearby beaches are good for surfing, kayaking, swimming or sunbathing. There's also world-class hiking on the famed Costa Vicentina trail and secret swimming holes where you can take a refreshing dip. The charming seafront village of Vila Nova de Milfontes is also just 10 minutes drive away.
Car hire is strongly recommended for this retreat as this is a great area to explore, we can put you in touch with others who may like to share a car.
Accommodation & food
Comfortable, clean and elegant rooms open onto an outdoor courtyard. Each room has two or three beds, that can be situated apart as a twin or triple or close together as a double. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms apart from three with shared bathrooms. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor space to chill, read a book or sit and chat.
You will be offered three delicious and nourishing meals each day. The food is local, with most of the produce coming from either Cocoon's garden or a nearby farm. One night is pizza night from the outdoor wood fired oven.
Press Reviews
15 wellbeing retreats and detox breaks – for better days ahead
The Guardian, January 2021
YOAS Yoga Retreats, Portugal
On the untouristy Atlantic coast, indulge in this week-long yoga retreat near the fishing village of Zambujeira do Mar in the Alentejo region. You’ll stay at Cocoon, a coastal farm with a freshwater lake, and have two hatha yoga classes a day with teacher Jodi Boone that focus on awareness of breath, alignment and inner connection. Swim, walk, hang out in a hammock, go for bike rides or visit the beach a 10-minute drive away. Food is veggie, and includes a range of cuisines from Indian – or Japanese – inspired curries to Mediterranean stews.
15 wellbeing retreats and detox breaks – for better days ahead
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Yoga retreat on the breathtaking Atlantic coast, Portugal, 19 - 25 July 2025
Costs
All costs are per person
Single occupancy room, en-suite - £1645
Single occupancy room with shared bathroom - £1595
Sharing a twin or double room, en-suite - £1245
Sharing a triple room, en-suite - £1125
All rates are per person
Includes:
Accommodation
3 delicious meals each day
Coffee, herbal tea, spring water
Two yoga classes each day with one yoga free day.
Not included:
Airport transfers from Faro or Lisbon (we will group people together where possible to share this cost)
Car hire
Trips & treatments
Travel Arrangements
Faro and Lisbon are the closest airports, both are about a two hour drive away.
Arrival at the venue is from 3pm on 19 July and departure is by 10.00am on 25 July, so flight times that align with this would be best where possible.
We will group people together wherever possible to share taxis.
We strongly recommend hiring a car as this is a great area to explore, we can put you in touch with others who may like to share a car.
Several airlines fly to Faro and Lisbon airports:-
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