SEE BEYOND SEEING: Ancient Tracks of Doñana

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Doñana National Park, Huelva, Spain
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Up to 12 in group
Date
Feb 2 - 6, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • Walk the ancient tracks of Doñana alongside guides who bring the land's history, culture, and ecology to life.
  • Deep nature immersion in Europe’s most iconic wetlands, home to migratory birds, wild dunes, marshes, and mystical light.
  • Mindful walking & presence practices that cultivate clarity, grounding, and inner stillness.
  • Cultural storytelling & ancestral pathways connecting human history, spiritual pilgrimage, and nature wisdom.
  • Silence sessions & contemplative moments designed to enhance perception and reconnect with natural rhythms.
  • Private access trails & quiet corners away from crowds — intimate group, personalized experience.
  • Field learning with naturalists & local experts on ecology, wildlife, conservation, and symbolism of place.
  • Daily circles & reflection to integrate insights, purpose, and personal transformation.
  • Nature-inspired leadership practices for resilience, perspective, decision-making, and inner alignment.
  • Local food & hospitality rooted in Andalusian tradition and slow living.

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

See Beyond Seeing is a guided journey into the ancient landscapes and silent depths of Doñana — one of Europe’s most sacred wild ecosystems.
Through mindful walking, presence practices, ecological storytelling, and connection with ancestral pathways, we learn to see with more than our eyes — to sense, listen, and understand the language of land and life.

This experience blends nature immersion, cultural wisdom, and conscious leadership practices to cultivate clarity, humility, and deep inner stillness.
A retreat for those who seek meaning beyond movement, insight beyond information, and a reconnection to the quiet intelligence of nature.

Come walk where migrations, pilgrims, and wild beings have traveled for centuries — and rediscover your own inner direction.

Schedule

Sunrise quiet time & gentle wake-up in nature
Guided morning presence practice & breathwork
Slow breakfast with local ingredients
Mindful walk through ancient landscapes & dunes
Ecology & cultural storytelling with local guides
Silent walking segment for deep observation
Wildlife spotting and nature attunement exercises
Reflection pause & journaling in nature
Shared lunch & rest time
Afternoon contemplative walk or learning session
Nature-based leadership & inner clarity practice
Group circle for integration and personal insights
Return to lodge & quiet personal time
Nourishing Andalusian dinner
Evening guided stillness, stargazing or gentle silence ritual
Unplugged rest & early night
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Trailhaven, Doñana National Park, Huelva, Spain

Directions

The retreat takes place in the Doñana National Park region, in Huelva, Andalusia, Spain.

Nearest international airport

Sevilla International Airport (SVQ) — approx. 1 hr 15 min away by car

Other nearby travel options

Faro Airport (FAO), Portugal — approx. 1 hr 45 min away by car

Jerez Airport (XRY) — approx. 1 hr 30 min away

Recommended travel route
Fly into Sevilla (SVQ) and either:

Rent a car for the most flexible and scenic approach

Arrange private transfer (available on request)

Take bus/train to Huelva or Almonte, then a taxi to the lodge

Arrival notes
We will share the exact location and transport options upon registration. Carpooling will be coordinated for participants wishing to share travel.

🚗 Driving Distances

Sevilla → Doñana center area: 1h–1h20

Jerez → Doñana area: 1h30

Huelva → Doñana area: 30–45 min

🧭 Local Guidance

Doñana has protected zones and limited access roads. We provide precise directions and meeting points closer to arrival to ensure a smooth journey and to help protect the ecosystem.

Accommodation

Nature-inspired rooms with warm, calming design Comfortable bedding + mindful simplicity Large windows + natural light & views Single or shared options available Private or shared bathrooms depending on room type Peaceful, retreat-ready atmosphere

Twin Room Program Price
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Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
Venue & Amenities
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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
Eco-designed nature accommodations

Quiet, restorative surroundings

Indoor & outdoor practice spaces

Shared communal dining & reflection areas

Earth-integrated architecture & simplicity

Wild views, natural light & silence spaces

Meals

Menu

Menu Types

Meals at the retreat are prepared with care, simplicity, and local character — nourishing the body as deeply as the land nourishes the spirit. We serve fresh, seasonal Andalusian cuisine with an empha

What's Included

  • Guided immersion in Doñana National Park with expert naturalists and cultural guides
  • Mindful walking & presence practices rooted in somatics and nature connection
  • Daily facilitated reflection + integration circles
  • Nature-centered leadership & awareness sessions
  • Local ecological & cultural storytelling along ancient tracks
  • Private access to curated routes away from main tourist zones
  • Accommodation in a nature-inspired rural lodge (shared or single option)
  • Daily nourishing meals featuring local Andalusian cuisine
  • Welcome gathering & closing ceremony
  • Retreat materials & journal

What's Not Included

  • Flights or travel to/from meeting point
  • Airport or local transfers (available on request)
  • Personal travel or medical insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages and specialty drinks
  • Additional meals/snacks outside program schedule
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Optional private coaching or add-on nature sessions
  • Laundry services
  • Extra nights before or after the retreat
  • Any activities not listed in the program itinerary

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