Yoga, Meditation & Wellness Retreats in Portugal
Welcome to our home and retreat center in Portugal, Spend a week or two and immerse yourself in a variety of healthy healing practices and specially prepared detoxing food. We are Sue & Peter, senior yoga teachers and the owners of the center, We have over 22 years of experience leading retreats and courses and are passionate about sharing our knowledge and experience with others. We welcome all levels of practice experience on all of our retreats.
Our yoga weeks include Vinyasa Flow, Yin Yoga, Somatic Yoga, mindfulness meditation, Microcosmic orbit meditation, shamanic drum journey's to help you find your guide through the journey of life, Qigong (for organ health and strength and flexibility) During the week we have several sound healing gong baths using healing planetary Paiste Gongs. (gongs rid us of negative energy states by flushing out our energy body using frequency to allow healing and deep relaxation) find what works best for your body and mind, take a look at our retreat calendar to find your week.
The retreat center is set in 7 hectares of well-cared-for forest land, offering plenty of peaceful walks along forest tracks and opportunities to connect with nature.
Each week is 6 nights and 5 full days, giving you plenty of time to rejuvenate and deepen your practice. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a beginner, we welcome you to join us for a transformative and rejuvenating experience here in Portugal.
Discover Our Yoga Retreats in Portugal
Join us for a range of unique and immersive yoga retreats in Portugal throughout 2026, each offering a powerful blend of yoga, meditation, and healing practices:
We have many different retreats and practices from:
- Ashtanga & Yin Yoga Retreat weeks
- Shamanic & Qigong Retreats
- Seasonal Yoga Retreats (Spring & Summer)
- Yoga & Wild Swimming Retreats
- Yin Yoga Teacher Training (100 Hours)
- New Year Yoga Retreat
Each yoga retreat experience is designed to help deepen your practice, restore balance, and reconnect with nature.
A Unique Yoga Retreat Experience in Portugal
Our retreat centre is set within 7 hectares of forest and natural beauty, offering a truly peaceful environment for your retreat.
Here, you’ll experience:
- 2 Daily yoga classes
- Meditation & mindfulness practices
- Qigong and energy work
- Sound healing gong baths
- Shamanic journeys and helpful breathing practices
- Nature walks and river swims (When Possible)
This holistic approach makes our retreats more than just a yoga holiday-it’s a complete wellness retreat experience.
Each week is 6 nights and 5 full days, giving you plenty of time to rejuvenate and deepen your practice. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a beginner, we welcome you to join us for a transformative and rejuvenating experience here in Portugal.
Accommodation in Nature
Our accommodation options range from cosy stone cottages to larger guesthouses, all of which have been designed to provide maximum comfort while respecting the natural environment. Each unit is tastefully decorated and offers modern amenities such as private en-suite bathrooms when chosen, comfortable beds, and Wi-Fi access in a designated area. For those seeking a truly unique experience, we also offer eco caravans nestled in the forest, providing a back-to-nature experience without sacrificing comfort.
In addition to daily yoga classes, we offer a variety of activities such as herbal walks and forest walks to the nearby villages along the old tracks. Swim in nearby river once during the week (unless you book the summer yoga retreat which is wild swimming), or book a massage to enhance your relaxation and rejuvenation. We have a picnic at the river Zezere once a week, weather permitting.
Nourish Your Body & Mind
Food is an essential part of our retreats.
We provide:
- Fresh, nourishing vegetarian and vegan meals
- Detoxifying and energizing menus
- Wholesome ingredients to support your practice
- We offer eggs, bread, cheese and yogurt as well as vegan options for breakfast
- Ayurvedic cooking
Combined with daily practice and rest, this creates a powerful foundation for wellness, healing and renewal.
We have a large purpose-built wooden practice Shala which is equipped with mats, blocks, bolsters, blankets, and straps to support your practice.
Our treatment room is a cozy and comfortable space where you can receive a relaxing massage, reiki, and other healing therapies. Our experienced therapists will tailor the treatment to your specific needs, using natural and organic products to enhance the healing process.
We have a natural sea salt water swimming pool which is a highlight of our home, particularly during the hot summer months. With stunning views over the valley, it's the perfect spot to cool off and relax in the sunshine. We use saltwater instead of chlorine to minimize our impact on the environment and ensure your skin and hair remain healthy.
Enjoy 13 acres of well-loved and tended forest land. Its a haven for wildlife. The beautiful terraces step down the Bacelo hillside, offering incredible views of the surrounding valleys and hills. Our valley is particularly magical, with ancient olive groves and a rejuvenating stream bubbling through a myriad of natural slate rock pools. It's the perfect spot to connect with nature, explore the forest trails, or simply relax in a hammock with a book.
Small Groups, Personal Guidance
We intentionally keep our groups medium-sized to ensure a more personal and supportive experience during your retreat.
We have shade trees and hammocks, day beds dotted all around the grounds, providing shady and solitary spaces for you to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Our retreats are designed to help you rest, recharge, and rejuvenate, giving you the opportunity to surrender to the present moment. Whether you're an experienced yogi or a beginner, we invite you to join us on one of our many weeks here on a yoga retreat in Portugal.
Connect with Nature in Central Portugal
Our retreat is located in a stunning valley surrounded by forests, hills, and flowing water at the bottom of our valley-making it the perfect setting for a yoga retreat. We invite you to explore 13 acres of well-loved and tended forest land which is a haven for wildlife. The beautiful terraces step down the Bacelo
hillside, offering incredible views of the surrounding valleys and
hills. Our valley is particularly magical, with ancient olive groves and
a rejuvenating stream bubbling through a myriad of natural slate rock
pools. It's the perfect spot to connect with nature, explore the forest
trails, or simply relax in a hammock with a book.
Enjoy:
- Forest walks and herbal trails
- River swimming and wild nature spots
- Hammocks, terraces, and quiet spaces
- A saltwater swimming pool with valley views
Nature is at the heart of everything we offer-supporting deep rest, clarity, and connection.
…..My body feels rested & energized, my mind pacified & quiet, my yoga practice deepened & balanced. A special tranquility & peace combined with beautiful views & lightheartedness allows reconnection with simplici-ty, nature & slowness. I leave with a renewed motivation for my practice, greater attention to my body, reaping the benefits of a macrobiotic lifestyle. There is a certain magic here exuding from warm open hearts & a happy acceptance………..a unique & special place in Portugal. Juliette
Meet Your Teachers
Your retreat is led by senior teachers Peter & Sue, who bring decades of experience in yoga, meditation, and holistic healing.
Their approach blends:
- Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Ashtanga & Yin Yoga
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Qigong and energy practices
- Therapeutic and transformational techniques
Our passion is to create a supportive and authentic yoga retreat Portugal experience for every guest.
Peter is a Senior Yoga Teacher in hatha, ashtanga vinyasa yoga, yin yoga, and is also a Shamanic Practitioner, Mindfulness Teacher, martial artist and qigong teacher. He first started practicing at the age of seven, under the instruction of his martial arts teacher, who introduced him to hatha yoga, posture work, meditation, pranayama and mudra with the balance between yin & yang taking centre stage in this art.
Sue, a Yoga Alliance Senior Teacher, is an experienced and dedicated yoga practitioner who has been teaching yoga since 2006. She was born in the UK and lived in Portugal for 17 years. Sue's yoga journey began in 2000 when she decided to take a free yoga class while on a work trip to Singapore. The teacher told her she had a lot of tension in her body, which sparked her interest in yogaSue is a Senior Yoga Teacher, Yoga Therapist, Yin, Dynamic & Hatha Yoga Teacher Sue is a student clinician in Shamanic Homeopathy integrating Chinese medical Practices & is also a junior Qigong Teacher & her studies are ongoing. She first practiced Yoga in Singapore in 1999 while on a work trip & from the very first class had a strong inclination that it was the start of a profound journey of transformation that would influence the course of her life.
Alongside Sue and Peter, our team is made up of passionate and experienced individuals, including Freya G who runs our workshops and has lived in Portugal for over 19 years, Freya T and Kate who are teaching yoga on some of our retreats this year and Eugenia our wonderful housekeeper who has spent her life i Portugal.
To find out more about Sue and Peter and the rest of the team at our Yoga Retreat center in Portugal then please select the meet us tab from the menu.
You can view all of our upcoming retreats in Portugal online via the our calendar, and also find out more about each individual retreat on the retreat type page. Once you have chosen you retreat, simply get in touch via email on our booking page and let us know which retreat you are interested in.
Why Choose Our Yoga Retreat Portugal?
Choosing Yoga Evolution Retreats means choosing:
- A peaceful, nature-based retreat location
- A balance of dynamic and restorative practices
- A welcoming space for all levels
- A deeply holistic and authentic experience
Each retreat is designed to help you rest, reset, and return home renewed-physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Your Journey Starts Here
If you’re searching for a truly authentic yoga retreat in Portugal, we invite you to join us.
Take time to pause, breathe, and reconnect-with yourself, with nature, and with what truly matters.
Explore our retreat calendar and find your perfect yoga retreat Portugal experience.