3 Day Wellness Eco Yoga Retreat at Beach Paradise, Porto, Portugal
Golden Waves Surf Lodge, Rua Cidade de Elizabeth 253, 3880 296 Furadouro, Ovar, Portugal
Yoga with Meditation
Welcome to your fluidity journey
Yoga and Wellness Retreat in Portugal
Three days. One breath at a time. Tucked between the pine-scented Maceda forest and an untouched stretch of Atlantic coastline, Golden Waves invites you to slow down, reconnect, and rediscover your inner rhythm. Wake up to birdsong, flow through sun-soaked yoga sessions, and let the ocean breeze carry away everything you came to leave behind. This is more than a holiday — it’s a return to yourself.
Meet the instructors
Hanna Dethlefts
Hanna completed her 200-hour training with CorePower Yoga in New York City and traveled to India for her 300-hour training with Sarvaguna Yoga Dhaama, having already accumulated more than 600 hours of study. Hanna is dedicated to sharing the knowledge she has received and her passion for yoga in an authentic, kind, and inclusive way. Her aim as a teacher is to honor the roots of the tradition while adapting the practice and philosophy to each one's own reality, taking yoga beyond the mat: the place where real yoga happens. She is also a Life Coach, certified Reiki practitioner, and Human Design guide.
Surya Ganesh
Surya has been a yoga teacher for over 22 years, rooted in diverse lineages such as Hatha yoga, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Kundalini, and Atma Kriya yoga. Her path of learning has taken her across India, Brazil, Australia, Spain, Lisbon, and many other places around the world, where she encountered teachers and experiences that shaped her journey. Beyond yoga, she is a passionate surfer, holding nature as a sacred temple within her heart. She also expresses herself as a painter, with soul and devotion, having participated in both national and international exhibitions, including New York, Neuchâtel, Morocco, and other places that welcomed her with love. She walks through life with humility and spontaneity, carrying the beauty of a radiant soul. Challenges are, for her, opportunities for growth, each one transforming into strength and expansion. Her life is guided by yogic philosophy and the wish to live with authenticity, simplicity, and surrender. She seeks to be a human being deeply human, carrying values that rise from the soul. Every breath is an act of gratitude, and every gesture is the manifestation of an eternal love vibrating in the here and now.
Highlights
- All equipment provided
- 2 morning journaling sessions
- 2 evening meditation sessions
- 2 morning and 2 evening yoga sessions
- 2 nights accommodation in a luxury ocean lodge
- Fully equipped kitchen for self-catering
- Pick-up from Ovar train station
- Daily drinking water and teas
- Daily breakfast buffet
Yoga styles
- Vinyasa Yoga
- Yin Yoga
- Restorative Yoga
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
3 days with instruction in English
Staff also speaks English, Spanish, French
Accommodation
Nature flows straight into every room. Built with raw wood — the warmest of organic materials — Golden Waves proves sustainability can be beautiful. You’ll feel the craftsmanship and love in every corner of this magic place.
Gather around the fireplace on the king-size lounge sofa, or share stories over the extra-long dining table. Each room is individually decorated so you feel truly at home. The garden, shaded by old pine trees, radiates a rare tranquility — the kind that puts you at ease the moment you arrive. Cool off in the outdoor pool or get active on the tennis/football court.
Choose from a premium shared dorm, single suites, romantic doubles, or spacious family suites — all with garden views. Every room comes with high-quality mattresses and premium linens for the best sleep after a day of surf, yoga, and nature, plus ample storage, personal safes, soundproofing, central heating, and blackout curtains. Cook in the common kitchen or fire up the outdoor grill — or head out to one of the local restaurants just 5 minutes away for authentic Portuguese and international flavors.
Shared Accommodation
View on the garden with pine trees and the economic choice while still enjoying all the luxury and pleasures of the lodge
Shared bathroom exclusively for the room
Barefoot wooden floor, blackout blinds, sound system and colour lighting allow you to create individual ambience however you feel like
Plenty of storage space in the wardrobe and personal safes for each guest
2 or 3 bunk beds are equipped with high quality comfort mattresses and superior bed linen, towels included
Private Tippie
Fall asleep under the stars, wake up to birdsong and ocean air. The Tippie offers a cozy twin-bed retreat that blends adventure with real comfort — perfect for surfers, yogis, and free spirits who love sleeping close to nature without giving anything up.
Comfortable twin bed for a great night’s sleep
Full standing height — move around with ease
Clothes hanger for keeping your gear organized
Cozy, welcoming interior designed for real comfort
Your own private terrace
Fenced garden setting for safety
Private Single Suite
Beautiful, individually decorated single suite for one guest with a panoramic garden view and private comfort bathroom.
There is a double bed, Wi-Fi, luxury bathroom, garden view, central heating, personal safes, sound system, blackout curtains, color ambience lighting and memory foam mattresses.
High comfort bedding
Allergy-free atmosphere
Luxury bathroom
Organic soap
Bath towels
Color lighting
Individual decoration
Pine tree views
Wooden barefoot floor
Central heating
Sound system
Panorama windows
Private Double Room
Beautiful romantic suite for two guests with a panoramic garden view, creative decoration, and a private bathroom.
There is a double bed, Wi-Fi, an ensuite bathroom, garden view, central heating, personal safes, a sound system, blackout curtains, color ambience lighting, and memory foam mattresses.
High comfort bedding
Allergy-free atmosphere
Luxury bathroom
Organic soap
Bath towels
Color lighting
Individual decoration
Pine tree views
Wooden barefoot floor
Central heating
Sound system
Panorama windows
Food
Enjoy a healthy and generous breakfast buffet each morning in the cosy breakfast lounge, with a delicious selection of fresh and locally inspired options.
Breakfast includes fresh fruit, a selection of cereals, vegan raspberry oat porridge, eggs, warm bread from the bakery with sweet spreads, local cheese and ham, fresh juices, fruit-infused water, coffee, cappuccino, soy milk, and assorted teas, all served with a smile.
Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available to accommodate different dietary preferences.
For other meals, guests can make use of the common kitchen to prepare their own food. Outdoor barbecue facilities are also available, giving you the option to enjoy relaxed self-catering meals during your stay.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Drinks
Food types
- Ayurvedic Food
- Fruitarian Food
- Gluten Free Food
- Organic Food
- Regular Food
- Vegan Food
- Vegetarian Food
- Whole Food
Program
Are you looking for a special place where life moves at a slower pace, allowing you to reconnect with yourself and find a more natural rhythm? A place surrounded by nature, friendly people, delicious food, and opportunities to bring your body and mind back into balance? You may have found it. This inspiring lifestyle by the Atlantic Ocean comes together with the expertise and unique teaching styles of internationally renowned yoga instructors.
Start your day with energizing “Rise and Shine Morning Yoga Practices,” designed to challenge and awaken your body. Later, unwind with soothing “Restorative Evening Yoga Practices” before sunset.
To add variety to your daily yoga experience, sessions take place in different beautiful locations depending on the weather. Practice in the comfortable indoor yoga lounge, stretch beside the pool with the warmth of the sun on your body, or enjoy a peaceful garden session surrounded by pine trees and birdsong.
Between yoga sessions, there is plenty of time to explore and enjoy the surroundings. You can join additional surf classes or guided stand-up paddling tours, walk along kilometers of wild and uncrowded beaches, or discover Portugal’s excellent bike trail network.
You can also treat yourself to a professional massage, explore the area’s rich culture, taste delicious Portuguese food, or simply relax and sunbathe by the outdoor pool. The pool area includes a refreshment kiosk, sun beds, showers, and restrooms.
Those who would like to keep up their fitness routine can enjoy a tennis or football match on the home court or train at the new fitness center, equipped with suspension training equipment and weights.
Throughout your yoga retreat in Portugal, the resort will be your comfortable home away from home. Its elegant indoor and outdoor design has been carefully created to complement the house while providing welcoming spaces where guests can spend time together.
Guests traveling with partners, friends, or family can choose from private double rooms and family suites. Solo travelers can stay in a private single suite or choose a bed in a four-bed shared bedroom.
For self-catering, a fully equipped common kitchen is available and ready to use. With plenty of space for everyone, it is also a great place to come together and enjoy relaxed cooking sessions.
Beyond the retreat itself, northern Portugal offers a unique cultural experience. The region is still home to hidden sightseeing spots and lesser-known places away from the main tourist crowds, where you can experience a more authentic side of Portugal.
Golden Waves will be happy to share some of their favorite local gems with you, helping you return home with travel memories that last forever.
Arrival Day
14:00 Check-in. Make yourself comfortable, explore Furadouro, Ovar, and the beaches, synchronize with Portuguese tranquility, and enjoy a coffee by the oceanfront.
18:00 Evening yoga in the tasteful yoga studio.
19:00 Meditation session.
20:00 Evening activities: connect with other guests in the outdoor lounge or try out a delicious Portuguese dinner at superb restaurants by the beach.
Next Day
08:00 Rise and Shine morning yoga session.
09:00 Journaling.
09:30 Healthy breakfast buffet.
10:30 Free time to explore the beach or pool, enjoy the sun, discover cultural treasures in the surroundings, catch the bikes and spot flamingos in the lagoon, or book a massage. Three guided walks per week are available for 15 EUR per walk.
18:00 Restorative Recover and Relax evening yoga.
19:00 Meditation session.
Evening activities or time to simply chill out.
Departure Day
08:00 Rise and Shine morning yoga session.
09:00 Journaling.
09:30 Healthy breakfast buffet.
11:00 Check-out and celebrate your newfound fluidity.
Activities
Included
- Rise and Shine morning yoga sessions
- Restorative evening yoga sessions
- Evening meditation sessions
- Morning journaling sessions
- Outdoor swimming pool access
- Tennis, football, and basketball
- Outdoor relaxation and social activities
Available at an additional cost
- Guided nature walks – 15 EUR per walk
- Surf classes
- Guided stand-up paddleboarding tours
- Professional massages
- Bike rental
- Additional cultural excursions
- Beach and coastal walks
- Cycling and lagoon exploration
- Cultural exploration around Furadouro and Ovar
What's included
Included
- 2 nights’ accommodation at a high-comfort resort
- 2 healthy breakfast buffets
- 2 Rise and Shine morning yoga practices
- 2 restorative evening yoga practices
- 2 evening meditation sessions
- 2 morning journaling sessions
- Daily yoga classes
- Free access to the outdoor swimming pool
- Sports area with tennis, football, and basketball courts
- Access to fully equipped kitchen for self-catering
- Water, tea, and coffee available throughout the day
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free pick-up from Ovar train station
- Parking
- Luggage storage
Not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Other meals
- Travel insurance
- Visa fee
- Airport transfers
- Additional activities
- Personal expenses
Availability
This retreat is available to book all-year round, with daily arrivals.
Retreat location
Open in Google MapsGolden Waves Surf Lodge, Rua Cidade de Elizabeth 253, 3880 296 Furadouro, Ovar, Portugal
Your Fluidity Yoga Eco Retreat takes place in Furadouro, Portugal, a picturesque seaside village on the Atlantic coast, approximately 30 kilometres from Porto. The area is surrounded by endless sandy beaches, the beautiful Maceda Pine Forest nature park, and the Lagoon Ria de Aveiro.
The lodge is just a short walk from Praia da Furadouro, making it easy to enjoy the beach and fresh Atlantic Ocean air throughout your stay. Furadouro offers a mild climate, around 300 days of sunshine a year, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Explore Furadouro’s charming historic centre and discover a variety of excellent local restaurants serving traditional Portuguese and international cuisine at great prices. Fresh grilled fish is a local highlight, often caught by local fishermen earlier the same day.
Everything you need is within easy reach, including cosy cafés, stylish beach bars, delicious ice cream parlours, crêpe stands, local supermarkets, bakeries, butchers, ATMs, and lively nightlife.
Getting there
Nearest airport:
- Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) · 42 km away
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3 Day Wellness Eco Yoga Retreat at Beach Paradise, Porto, Portugal