We are so excited to invite you to the Wild & Woven: A Somatic Immersion Retreat held in the magical valleys of Portugal.
Remember what it feels like to be fully alive in your body, connected to the earth, and aligned with your natural rhythm.
In the wild heart of Central Portugal, a sanctuary awaits. Wild & Woven is a 3-night (4 days) immersion designed for those who feel the call to step away from the noise of modern life and return to the essential truth of who they are.
This is where healing meets the horizon. Through the seamless weaving of somatic practices and nature-based wisdom, you will journey from overwhelm to grounded presence, from disconnection to profound belonging. Here, you will discover the beautiful synergy of being rooted in your inner stability and wild in your authentic expression.
Your Journey of Transformation
This immersion is carefully crafted to guide you through a powerful, yet gentle, process of release and renewal.
- Daily Somatic Movement & Kundalini Yoga: Release stored tension and awaken your vital energy.
- Immersive Sound Healing Journeys: Experience deep nervous system restoration with the healing vibrations of the gong.
- Guided Foraging & Sensory Nature Walks: Connect with the land as a living ally and learn its edible and medicinal gifts.
- Herbal Wisdom Workshop: A hands-on session where you’ll create your own personal herbal remedy to take home.
- Sacred Ceremonies: Participate in a heart-opening Cacao Ceremony and a transformative Fire Circle under the stars.
- Nourishing Community: Share this journey in an intimate circle of like-hearted souls.
- Delicious Farm-to-Table Meals: Enjoy nourishing vegetarian/vegan cuisine made with local, organic ingredients.
The Experience
You know that feeling when life has been loud for too long? When your body is tired, your mind is full, and you cannot remember the last time you felt truly at ease?
This is the pause you have been looking for.
Four days in a quiet valley in Portugal. A small circle of kindred souls. A gentle rhythm that honours rest and invites presence. Your mornings begin with soft movement – Kundalini yoga and somatic practices that bring you back into your body, not push you harder.
You walk through the forest with a basket, learning the names of wild herbs. You taste the land – wild mint, lemon balm, the first autumn mushrooms.
Afternoons are for stillness. A gong bath that carries you into deep listening. Time to journal, to nap, to sit by the river, to simply be.
Evenings gather around the table – slow meals made with local food, shared with laughter and silence. A cacao ceremony that opens the heart. A fire circle under the stars.
You will learn to make a simple herbal remedy to take home. A small piece of the valley in your pocket.
And when you leave, you will carry something else too – a felt sense of belonging. To yourself. To the land. To the circle that held you.
Your Sanctuary
Nestled in the serene valleys of Central Portugal, our restored stone quinta provides the perfect container for your transformation. With ancient olive groves, stunning mountain views, nearest river and peaceful spaces for contemplation, this environment naturally supports your journey inward.
Your home for this immersion is a restored Portuguese farmhouse, where rustic charm meets comfort. Each room is designed to be a sanctuary for rest and integration. Nestled in the serene landscape, you’ll wake to the sounds of nature and retire in profound peace, fully supported by your surroundings.
Your all-inclusive investment covers:
- 3 nights (4 days) Accommodation in your chosen Room
- All Full, Nourishing Meals
(vegetarian/vegan, from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 4)
- All Activities & Teachings (Sacred Circles, Somatic Exercises and Kundalini Yoga, Healing Gong Baths, Nature Resonance & Foraging, Herbal Workshop, Ceremonies)
- A Take-Home Gift & Herbal Remedy
- Complimentary Group Transfer from Coimbra.
To secure your sacred space, a non-refundable deposit of £150 is required. The remaining balance can be paid either in full or through a flexible payment plan, with the full amount due 30 days before the retreat.
The nearest airports are Lisbon (LIS) or Porto (OPO) – please note flights are not included.
Is This Immersion for You?
This experience is perfect for you if:
- You feel overstimulated, stressed, or spiritually disconnected.
- You long to feel more at home and peaceful in your body.
- You’re navigating a life transition or seeking clarity on your path.
- You feel the call to deepen your relationship with nature.
- You’re ready to return to your life feeling clearer, calmer, and deeply replenished.
The Practical Details
- Dates: 1-4 May, 2026 (3 nights/4 days)
- Location: Central Portugal (full address provided upon booking)
- Group Size: Intimately limited to 8 participants
What’s Included:
- 3 nights (4 days) Accommodation in your chosen Room
- All Full, 3 Nourishing Meals and Snacks
(vegetarian/vegan, from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 4)
- All Activities & Teachings (Sacred Circles, Somatic Exercises and Kundalini Yoga, Healing Gong Baths, Nature Resonance & Foraging, Herbal Workshop, Ceremonies)
- A Take-Home Gift & Herbal Remedy
- Complimentary Group Transfer from Coimbra.
To further support your journey of release and rejuvenation, you have the option to book a private session with our skilled therapist – Jarek (additional fee applies). Choose from a range of modalities including restorative Swedish massage, targeted Deep Tissue or Sports Massage, the assisted stretching of Thai Yoga Massage, rejuvenating Indian Head Massage, or the gentle detoxification of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD). These sessions are a powerful way to complement your somatic immersion, working deeply with the body to unlock held tension and enhance your sense of flow.
Kind Words from Past Participants
“This retreat changed my relationship with myself. I learned tools I use every day to stay grounded amidst the chaos.”— Sarah L.
“The combination of somatic practice and nature connection was exactly what my nervous system needed. I left feeling like I could breathe again.”— Mark R.
Secure Your Sacred Space
Your journey back to yourself awaits. With only 8 spaces available, we encourage you to listen to the call if you feel it.
Have questions? We’d love to hear from you.
Send us an email at: info@bluemorphoedinburgh.com
Location:
The Blue Morpho House is a traditional Quinta, set in a classic Portuguese village. Surrounded by forests and nestled near the river, this space is enchanting and magical, filled with cork oaks, grape vines, eucalyptus, and olive groves. Thanks to its ecological purity, this natural environment is the perfect location to rest, recover, or heal.
Accommodation and food:
Accommodation for this retreat are beautiful twin rooms with shared bathrooms. There is also a more affordable option of a bunk bed dorm room or a more luxury option of having your own bedroom with a queen size bed.
Retreat prices include three incredibly delicious, nourishing, meals per day. The food is nutritious and delicious, everything is locally sourced organic vegetarian/vegan.
Facilitators –
Chanan
Chanan is dedicated to helping sensitive souls find their way back to grounded, purposeful living. As a guide for deep transformation, she facilitates a journey back to your authentic self through a unique synthesis of ancient wisdom and modern understanding. Her approach seamlessly blends Western psychology with Eastern contemplative practices and earth-based healing, creating a rare and valuable tapestry that addresses the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.
With formal training in psychology, counselling, Buddhist psychology and mindfulness, Kundalini yoga, sound healing, and herbalism, Chanan’s work is both deeply intuitive and firmly grounded in years of study and practice. She creates a sacred container where the wisdom of nature, the power of ancient rituals, and psychological insight converge to support your profound unfolding.
Jarek
Jarek is an experienced bodyworker, massage therapist, gong player, and musician. Deeply connected to nature, plants, and mushrooms, Jarek is also a skilled forager. He knows the forests of Central Portugal intimately – the wild herbs, the edible mushrooms, the secret spots where the land offers its gifts. During the retreat, he will lead medicine walks, helping you identify and connect with the plants that have been healing humans for centuries.
His knowledge extends into the kitchen. Jarek is the retreat chef, designing the menu and creating nourishing, farm‑to‑table meals that are vegetarian, locally sourced, and made with love. His cooking is simple, rich, and deeply connected to the land – using wild foraged ingredients whenever possible, and always prepared with care.
And then there is the sound. Jarek is a master gong player, trained with world‑renowned teachers. Together with Chanan, he will guide you through immersive gong baths and sound journeys – using gongs, Tibetan bowls, and other healing instruments to release what you have been holding and carry you into deep listening.
Whether in the forest, the kitchen, or the sound circle, Jarek brings a grounded, intuitive presence. He holds space quietly, competently, and with great warmth.
Included:
- 3 nights (4 days) Accommodation in your chosen Room at The Anahata Green Sanctuary
- All Full, Nourishing Meals (vegetarian/vegan, from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 4)
- All Activities & Teachings (Sacred Circles, Somatic Exercises and Kundalini Yoga, Healing Gong Baths, Nature Resonance & Foraging, Herbal Workshop, Ceremonies)
- A Take-Home Gift & Herbal Remedy
- Complimentary Group Transfer from Coimbra.
Not included:
- Flights – The closest airport is Lisbon or Porto.
- Transfers to Coimbra (Flixbus or Redes Expressos)
Retreat Cost:
Early Bird Offer
Book by 31 May 2026 and save €150 off your total retreat price.
Choose Your Sacred Space:
- Rooted in Community (Dormitory)
An ensuite bedroom with four single beds, perfect for those who draw energy from connection.
£520 / 595€
- Shared Wild (Double Room)
A cosy bedroom with two single beds, ideal for friends or solo travellers happy to share. Price is per person.
£575 / 660€
- Solo Sanctuary (Single Room)
A private bedroom with a comfortable double queen bed for your deepest rest and personal journey.
£670 / 770€
Ready to join us? Secure your spot with your £150 deposit today. We are happy to arrange a payment plan that works for you.
To book your space £150 non-refundable deposit is required.
Email now for questions or to book your space – chanan@bluemorphoedinburgh.com