The Fire Horse Within - Horse-Assisted Women's Rewilding Retreat, Portugal 2026

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Pachawa Retreat Center, São Luís, Portugal
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Up to 12 in group
Date
Jun 29 - Jul 4, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • Ground-based horse herd immersion at Crystal Forest - 2 half days with the whole herd
  • Family constellation exercises with the group & herd
  • 2:1 energy medicine & healing table work with both facilitators
  • Daily: meditation, somatic practices and voice activation
  • Breathwork and sound healing
  • Shamanic Practices; Guided meditations & journeys (i.e. Destiny Retrieval Journey, Totem Animal & Guides Journey)
  • Fire + Manifestation Ceremony & Cacao Ritual
  • Water Cleansing Ceremony + Atlantic beach day
  • Permaculture workshop and nature connection practices (Nature Hike)

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

There are moments when timing, nature, and inner calling align — and this retreat is one of them. The Fire Horse Within is a 6-day immersive women's retreat held at Pachawa Retreat Center in the wild, sun-drenched hills of South Alentejo, Portugal.

At the heart of this experience is ground-based immersion with a herd of highly intuitive horses — living mirrors that respond not to words, but to the truth of your nervous system. Through guided interaction and quiet presence, the horses offer a rare opportunity to meet yourself as you are: unguarded, honest, and alive.

Woven throughout the week are somatic movement, voice activation, breathwork, family constellation work, energy medicine, shamanic journeys, fire ceremony, cacao ritual, sound healing, and a beach water ceremony. Each day moves through the elements — fire, earth, water, air — building a container for deep regulation, liberation, and rewilding.

This is a space for conscious women who are ready to soften out of performance, return to their instincts, and feel truly at home within themselves. More than a retreat — this is an invitation to remember your nature, reclaim your power, and step forward with a renewed sense of alignment, embodiment, and aliveness.

Schedule

DAY 2 — Into the Field (Horse Immersion Day)
08:00 Breakfast
09:00 Morning Rituals: Somatic Movement & Meditation
10:30 Constellation & Shamanic Exercises
12:00 Lunch
13:30 Horse Immersion: Healing with the Horses
17:30 Rest & Integration
19:00 Dinner
20:00 Sharing Circle & Voice Activation

DAY 3 — Into the Body (Inner Work Day)
08:00 Breakfast
09:00 Morning Rituals: Meditation & Breathwork
10:00 Workshop: Healthy Boundaries & Patterns
12:00 Lunch
13:00 2:1 Energy Medicine & Healing Table Work
19:00 Dinner
20:00 Fire Ceremony, Manifestation & Cacao Ritual
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Soul journey , Pachawa Retreat Center, São Luís, Portugal

Directions

The nearest international airport is Faro (FAO), approximately 1.5 hours by car. Lisbon Airport (LIS) is approximately 2 hours by car. Train and bus connections are available from both Faro and Lisbon. Local taxi and pick-up options from the nearest train and bus stops are also possible — reach out to us and we'll help you find the best route. Detailed arrival instructions will be sent upon booking confirmation.

Accommodation

Guests stay in unique nature-inspired accommodations including Nature Domes, Tiny Homes, and a Firetruck (shared; outdoor compost toilet, hot shower) or a private apartment with flushing toilet and shared kitchen. All accommodation is within the Pachawa property, surrounded by nature.

Stay Together: Shared nature domes or tiny homes with two separate beds. A comfortable, easy way to stay connected while still having your own space.Nature Domes, Tiny Homes or Firetruck — shared accommodation with 2 people, separate beds. Outdoor compost toilet and hot shower. Up to 10 spots available.
Stay Close: A shared apartment with ensuite bathrooms and a full kitchen. Designed for a bit more room to settle in, while still sharing the experience.
Private Firetruck or Tiny Home for one person. Stay Solo: Your own space to unwind, recharge, and move through the retreat at your own pace.

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
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
Pachawa Retreat Center is nestled in the wild hills of South Alentejo, on Portugal's Atlantic coast. Set within nature, the land offers open outdoor spaces, a yoga shala, exercise deck, and pool — all surrounded by cork oak, cistus, and the quiet of the Alentejo landscape. Crystal Forest, home to the horse herd, is a short minibus ride away.

Meals

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Menu Types

All meals are freshly prepared daily using organic vegetables grown in Pachawa's own food forest and gardens. The kitchen is fully vegetarian, with an emphasis on seasonal, farm-to-table nourishment t

What's Included

  • 5 nights accommodation at Pachawa Retreat Center
  • Three nourishing farm-to-table meals daily and healthy snacks
  • All sessions, ceremonies and activities listed above — fully included
  • All transport between Pachawa and Crystal Forest
  • Access to Pachawa's pool, yoga shala and exercise deck

What's Not Included

  • Flights to Portugal
  • Transport to and from the retreat center
  • Ice bath (available on site at own cost)

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