MAY 18-24, 2025
MADEIRA, PORTUGAL YOGA RETREAT
Join us for a 7 day all inclusive stay filled with exciting excursions, cultural immersion, and yoga surrounded by the vibrant culture and incredible landscapes of the island of Madeira. Our retreat home is nestled into the cliffside overlooking the ocean, with four connected but private living spaces all with direct access to the balcony, pool, and sea.
Walking distance from the local village of Gaula, and a short drive from famed sites, such as the hillside city of Funchal and the mountainous “Stairway to Heaven”, our retreat house is in the perfect location to explore the island.
The Retreat
Madeira: The Enchanting Island
Madeira is a lush sanctuary in the Atlantic with a rich history dating back to its discovery in 1419 by Portuguese explorers. Known as the “Pearl of the Atlantic,” Madeira offers a blend of unspoiled nature and timeless charm. Wander through terraced vineyards that produce the island’s famous Madeira wine, explore historical villages, and walk the ancient levadas—irrigation channels built centuries ago that now serve as scenic hiking paths. From its rugged coastline to its misty mountains, Madeira’s landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation, adventure, and a deep connection to the island’s vibrant cultural heritage.
This island offers the perfect setting to deepen your yoga practice and reconnect with nature. Immerse yourself in daily yoga sessions surrounded by stunning ocean views, explore the island’s charming villages, and nourish your body with fresh, local cuisine. Whether hiking through the ancient forest or meditating by the seaside, this retreat will leave you feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and in harmony with the island’s tranquil energy.
Madeira has one airport, a 10-minute drive from our retreat house. Airfare and airport transfer to and from the retreat center is not included in the price, but all car travel for excursions during the retreat is included and provided by trusted drivers.
Accomodations: Our Cliffside Villa
Our retreat home is nestled into the cliffside overlooking the ocean, and offers multiple accommodation options, from private rooms, to shared twin bed rooms, each with a stunning view of the sea, direct pool access, and the ocean just a few steps away. The complex is broken into 4 connected but separate living areas, each with a private kitchen and bathroom, and many of the rooms have ensuite bathrooms as well.
The home’s expansive terraces provide ample space for our daily yoga practices. We’ll provide the mats and props, but if you have a favorite yoga mat you’d like to bring with you, feel free to pack it and bring it along. In the case of rain, we’ll clear a space indoors to use as our secondary yoga shala. There are multiple common areas to hang out and relax both indoors and outdoors on our property.
All meals are provided during this retreat, and we’re able to accommodate a number of different dietary restrictions. Most meals will be delicious, healthy, vegetarian meals prepared on site by our private chef. We’ll also have the opportunity to eat out at some of Madeira’s best cafes, markets and restaurants to enjoy the local cuisine.
What’s Included?
6 nights oceanfront accommodations
delicious, healthy meals prepared by our private chef or at local restaurants
daily yoga, meditation, and workshops
one massage
welcoming and closing ceremony
boat tour & whale watching
Pico do Arieiro “Stairway to Heaven” hike
Funchal Cable Car ride & Monte Toboggan ride
day trip to Madeira’s natural swimming pools & black sand beaches
experience the annual Flower Festival of Madeira
transportation to & from all excursions
welcome gift
NOT INCLUDED:
flights
transportation to and from the airport
alcoholic beverages
additional excursions
Daily Schedule
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welcome ceremony upon arrival!
slow flow & grounding meditation
family dinner on the terrace
relax & unwind
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morning vinyasa yoga & guided visualization meditation
relax by the pool & settle in
breakfast & lunch at the villa prepared by our chef
EXCURSION:
experience the Flower Festival celebration in Funchal
gondala ride over the city up to the Monte peak
wicker toboggan ride from the peak all the way down - one of Madeira’s most famous attractions
out for dinner in Funchal
evening relaxation meditation & sound healing
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morning vinyasa yoga & loving kindness meditation
breakfast & lunch prepared by our private chef
japa mala workshop: make your own authentic mediation beads using ethically sourced Balinese Rudraksa beads & stones
EXCURSION:
out to dinner in Funchal
sunset boat tour with whale & dolphin watching
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morning vinyasa yoga & isha kriya meditation
breakfast at villa prepared by our private chef
EXCURSION:
lunch at local market
day trip to Laje Beach & Seixal Natural Swimming Pools
afternoon restorative yoga
family dinner on the terrace prepared by our private chef
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EXCURSION:
sunrise hike up into the mountains of Pico do Arieiro, commonly referred to as the “Stairway to Heaven”
packed breakfast to enjoy at the summit
lunch on the terrace prepared by our private chef
vinyasa yoga class
evening reincarnation & past life regression meditation workshop
family dinner prepared by our private chef
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morning vinyasa yoga & chakra meditation
breakfast at the villa
group journaling & reflection
open ended day: we’ll decide our excursion for the day as a group :)
evening yin yoga & sound healing
last family dinner on the terrace!
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morning vinyasa yoga & japa mala meditation
breakfast prepared by our private chef
closing ceremony!
pack up & check out
your hosts
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Julia Morrison
Julia, founder of Wave Yoga Retreats, teaches many styles of yoga, from hot power vinyasa to meditation and yin yoga. Julia’s teaching style involves creative sequencing with a focus on the union of the mind and body through the breath. Julia trained with Megan Mulrine of the Niantic Yoga Studio at Yogatrotter Academy and continues to study yogic philosophy with her. Julia currently teaches at Niantic Yoga and Soul Sweat Yoga Studios.
Julia’s family on her mother’s side is from Madeira, so she has a deep soul-level connection to the land, and is excited to welcome you on this retreat!
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Megan Mulrine
Megan, founder of Yogatrotter Academy and owner of the Niantic Yoga Studio, is thrilled to partner with Julia and Wave Yoga Retreats to offer yoga retreats all over the world. Megan has been leading yoga teacher trainings in Bali, Indonesia since 2016, specializing in teaching the philosophy of yoga and weaving spirituality and the stories of the gods and goddesses into her classes.
Megan will be joined by her husband and meditation teacher, Michael Saukulak, who will guide mindfulness practices throughout the retreat.
this retreat is sold out, but with enough sign ups on the waitlist we will add a second week!
All Inclusive Private Room Package
$3,500
Price includes 6 nights’ all inclusive package for a private room for one person in a double bed.
(Couples booking together or friends who are comfortable sharing a double bed may each book individually for a $500 discount per person)
SOLD OUT
All Inclusive Shared Room Package
$2,350
All-inclusive package for a single bed for one person in a shared room with one or two other individuals. If you are traveling with a friend we’d be happy to place you in a room together if space allows.
SOLD OUT
