SURF +
YOGA RETREAT

SEPTEMBER 11 - 17, 2027

A movement‑forward premium surf and yoga retreat set in the coastal wilds of Quinta da Fortaleza, one of the most walkable, bikeable, cliff‑lined pockets of the Algarve. Your boutique villa sits just minutes from the beach, where you’ll settle into the rhythm of the coast. Think wellness — but with a touch of luxury.

Our first international retreat is built on balance: mentally and physically.

Mornings on the rooftop terrace move you — yoga, mobility, strength-based Pilates, surf-focused conditioning — building the body and the confidence to meet the day ahead, whether that's a coastal cycle or a first paddle out.

Evenings soften. Restorative yoga, yin, yoga nidra, and nervous-system work by the pool bring you back down, so the day settles rather than lingers.

The space in between is yours. Surf once, or every day after. Cycle the coast, wander the villages, swim, read, or do nothing but feel the breeze.

Your itinerary isn’t built around constant doing — it's built around moving when you move, resting when you rest, and letting both do their work.

THE DETAILS

  • Our retreats are an invitation out of your everyday routine and into the balance between play and restoration. New edges, new places — a chance to feel what being nourished actually feels like for you. We're not here to sell you the quaint yoga retreat. We're here to share the adventure — the exhale and the inhale, the active with the passive. Our retreats bring adventure with peace, and we help prepare you for both, months in advance, with our bespoke movement plan.

  • You'll move daily on the rooftop terrace or beside the pool, at a private boutique villa just minutes from the coast. Surf sessions, coastal adventures, deep rest, and good company — all woven together in one of Portugal's most stunning seaside regions.

    • Private boutique villa, minutes from the beach — every room ensuite, because comfort isn't optional

    • Full access to the pool and sauna — your recovery space, all week (see gallery)

    • Brunch + dinner, daily — all meals cooked by your three hosts, simple, fresh, and genuinely nourishing

    • 1x guided surf lesson, travel included — no logistics, just paddle out

    • 2x daily movement — surf-mobility conditioning, vinyasa, Pilates, restorative yoga, meditation and breathwork, all guided by your three hosts

    • Airfare to/from Faro Airport

    • Airport shuttle to/from the villa

    • Meals away from the villa (lunch in town, etc.)

    • Extra surf lessons or activities

THE VILLA

People socializing and sitting around a pool at an outdoor patio with a scenic view of the ocean and green landscape in the background.
A bright living and dining area with white walls, marble flooring, and large sliding glass doors leading to a balcony. Decor includes woven pendant lights, a striped sofa with yellow cushions, a wooden dining table with benches, and various plants an
A backyard pool area with white lounge chairs, a sofa with black and white pillows, small tables with a green vase and pink flowers, and large white umbrellas providing shade. The area overlooks green hills and blue ocean in the distance, under a cle
Bright living space with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa. Woven pendant lights and décor add a natural touch. Large windows with view outside.
Outdoor patio area with white tables and chairs, set for breakfast with fruit juice, fruit, and bread, surrounded by white walls and colorful flowers, under a large sunshade with a view of the blue sky and ocean in the background.
Bright and airy living and dining area with white walls, large windows, and rattan accents. Includes a white sofa with yellow and black decorative pillows, a coffee table, woven pendant lights, and a large plant.
A small outdoor patio area with white walls, two white chairs with black and white striped cushions, a small coffee table with a magazine, a potted plant, and decorative blue and white tiled stairs leading up on the left. There are two large windows
View from a balcony showing a backyard with a swimming pool, tiled patio, and outdoor seating area. Beyond the yard, there is a winding road, a hillside with lush green trees, and the ocean in the distance under a clear blue sky.
Poolside area with white lounge chairs and a large white patio umbrella on a sunny day, overlooking a hilly landscape with trees and a blue sky.
View of a white building with a terracotta-tiled roof, a swimming pool, poolside lounge chairs, greenery, and a scenic hillside landscape under a clear sky.
People practicing yoga on yoga mats on a terrace with white walls, overlooking a scenic coastal landscape with green hills and the ocean under a clear blue sky.
A swimming pool with white lounge chairs and rolled towels around it, overlooking a scenic landscape with green hills, trees, and a distant ocean under a clear blue sky.
Group of people practicing yoga outdoors on a rooftop, performing a yoga pose with hands raised and one knee on the ground, with a scenic view of trees and hills in the background.

PACKAGES

PREMIUM PACKAGE PREMIUM PACKAGE
PREMIUM PACKAGE
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We have two premium rooms, each with a private balcony and
ocean view.

Double occupancy with a private ensuite.

Perfect for quiet sunrise coffees, sunset privacy, and an elevated stay.

€2,400 EUR per person
early bird until September 22, 2026
€2,760 EUR regular

STANDARD PACKAGE STANDARD PACKAGE
STANDARD PACKAGE
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We’ve three standard rooms available.

All double occupancy with private ensuite.

€2,200 EUR per person
early bird until September 22, 2026
€2,530 EUR regular

TRIPLE ROOM TRIPLE ROOM
TRIPLE ROOM
$0.00

One triple room with ensuite available at the lodge.
Equipped with three single beds, this option is best for a group of three comfortable with sharing communal space.

€1,900 EUR per person
early bird until September 22, 2026
€2,185 EUR regular

All retreat packages are priced in euros per person based on double occupancy rooms.
If you prefer single occupancy in either a premium or standard room, please contact us at info@explorenourish.com and we will do our best to accommodate.

A non‑refundable €470 deposit per person is required to secure your room.
Full payment is due 90 days before departure and non-refundable.

Travel insurance is not included, but recommended.

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meet your guides

A woman wearing black leggings and a black sports bra practicing yoga indoors in a headstand position on a gray yoga mat. The room has wooden floors, white paneled walls, and decorative shelves with plants and candles on the wall.

Ali Taylor

Ali has been teaching movement since 2020, with a foundation rooted in anatomy and nervous system regulation. She trained in the UK under Yoga Therapies, with a focus on vinyasa and yoga therapeutics. Since then, her studies have expanded to include mobility mechanics, Pilates reformer, barre, Turiya marma therapy, breathwork, and meditation. Travel has always been at the heart of her work and her life, and her dream of holding space for people has remained a constant thread. She is most inspired by the opportunity to explore the world with like-minded people, learning new movement, seeing new perspectives, and creating meaningful connection along the way. For Ali, travel is the greatest teacher, and retreating is a way to move, learn, and grow together. She is beyond excited to host her first international retreat

A young woman with brown hair styled in a braid, sitting on a bench, wearing a black sleeveless top and black pants, looking downward with her eyes closed.

Larissa English

Larissa has a deep connection to nature and movement. Childhood days spent outdoors shaped her understanding of the calming, grounding, and healing qualities found in the landscapes that surround us. Years of figure skating and skiing taught her the art of balance, alignment, and working with the elements; a foundation that translates seamlessly into surf‑focused yoga.

Her teaching is rooted in presence. She brings her love of nature and her alignment‑based approach into every practice, creating a grounding atmosphere where movement becomes a pathway for growth, connection, and awareness. Her classes often echo the beauty she finds in birds, foliage, and the shifting natural world; gentle reminders of how we can move with our environment rather than against it.

Perfect for surf yoga, Larissa helps you feel steady, supported, and attuned to your body as you meet the ocean.

A woman practicing yoga in a spacious indoor area with a mirror and plants, sitting in a cross-legged position with one arm raised.

Jamie-lee Morin

We’re so excited to welcome studio owner Jamielee to this retreat, where she’ll be helping facilitate the classes and share her depth of experience with the group. She has been teaching yoga for over 15 years, guiding students toward a deeper connection between body, mind, and breath. Her approach is rooted in alignment-based yoga, blending modern movement science and functional training with a deep respect for traditional yogic principles. Her teaching was profoundly shaped by her training under Maty Ezraty, whose influence continues to inform the way she moves, teaches, and supports others. Ten years ago, Jamielee co-created a yoga teacher training program that has since become a cornerstone of her work, running successfully for over a decade and shaping generations of teachers. Leading that training remains one of the most meaningful parts of her path. She is also a certified Reformer Pilates instructor, breathwork facilitator, and cold immersion guide. Together, these practices allow her to offer a fuller, more embodied approach to movement and self-discovery

check out her studio