Azores Islands Portugal
Yoga & Meditation Retreat
with MC YOGI
October 3-8, 2027
A Sanctuary of Volcanic Earth and Restorative Ocean Waters
The Azores offer a sacred sanctuary for deep transformation and physical renewal. Rising directly out of the Atlantic Ocean, the island of São Miguel is a place where raw volcanic soil meets the vast, infinite blue. It offers a living, breathing space where you can step off the path of daily momentum, untether from external demands, and anchor deeply within yourself.
Join MC YOGI in Portugal for six days of devotional movement, meditation, and quiet presence.
Choose Your Retreat Accommodations
São Miguel: Mother Nature’s Living Sanctuary
Azores Islands, Portugal: October 3-8, 2027
On the island of São Miguel, Mother Nature speaks through vibrant crater lakes, ancient hot springs, and black sand shores. This sacred land provides a peaceful haven to soften, breathe with intention, and realign with the natural world.
In this space, we gather to open our hearts, quiet the mental chatter, and receive the restoring energy of Spirit, a presence that inspires clarity, connection, and lasting peace.
Santa Barbara Eco-Resort: Sustainable Luxury & Ocean Energy
On the coast of São Miguel Island, Santa Barbara Eco-Resort provides a serene sanctuary designed for deep renewal. This eco-resort harmonizes sustainable, modern architecture with the untamed beauty of the Azores. From vibrant, locally sourced cuisine to sun-filled spaces for movement and meditation, every detail is infused with intention. It provides a beautiful backdrop to soften mental chatter, dive deep into your practice, and connect with a conscious community.
Deep Movement, Breath, and Presence
This immersive journey invites us to step out of the external rush and anchor fully within ourselves. Together, we will move, breathe, and explore breathtaking landscapes, cultivating a deep sense of clarity that will nourish your life long after our week ends.
What’s Included:
- 5 Nights / 6 Days Boutique Lodging at the 4-star luxury Santa Barbara Eco-Resort.
- Daily Yoga & Meditation led by MC YOGI.
- 3 Nourishing, Locally Sourced Daily Meals (with the exception of two open lunches to explore local island cuisine).
- 2 Guided Hiking Excursions through dramatic volcanic trails, featuring picnic lunches.
- Volcanic Hot Springs Visits to unwind, restore, and soak in natural thermal waters.
- Musical Performance by MC YOGI
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers from Ponta Delgada (PDL) (a 25-minute scenic drive to the resort)
- All Base Gratuities & Taxes for resort staff, drivers, and local guides fully covered.
Yoga & Meditation Retreat Itinerary
DAY 1
ARRIVAL DAY + SETTLE IN
- Early Morning Arrival Post Red-Eye & Check into Rooms
- 1:00 PM: Lunch & Orientation
- 5:00 PM: Yoga / Meditation
- 7:30 PM: Welcome Dinner at Resort
DAY 2
EXCURSION DAY
- 7:30-8:30 AM: Breakfast Buffet
- 9-10:30 AM: Yoga / Meditation
- 10:30 AM: 5:30 PM: Excursion Including Hike, Gourmet Picnic Lunch & Hot Springs
- 6:00-6:45 PM: Meditation
- 7:30 PM: Dinner at Resort
DAY 3
FREE DAY
- 7:30-8:30 AM: Breakfast Buffet
- 9-10:30 AM: Yoga / Meditation
- FREE TIME / Optional Excursions / Spa Services*
- 5:00 PM – Yoga / Meditation
- 7:00 PM – Dinner Out at a Local Restaurant
DAY 4
EXCURSION DAY
- 7:30-8:30 AM: Breakfast Buffet
- 9-10:30 AM: Yoga / Meditation
- 10:30 AM: Excursion Including a Hike, Picnic Lunch & Hot Springs
- 6:00-6:45 PM: Meditation
- 7:30 PM: Dinner at Resort
DAY 5
FREE DAY
- 7:30-8:30 AM: Breakfast Buffet
- 9-10:30 AM: Yoga / Meditation
- FREE TIME / Optional Excursions / Spa Services*
- 5:30 PM: Musical Performance MC YOGI
- 7:00 PM: Dinner at a Local Restaurant
DAY 6
DEPARTURE DAY
- 7:30-8:30 AM: Breakfast Buffet
- 9-10:30 AM: Yoga / Meditation
- 12:00 PM: Check Out
Shuttle to Airport or Ponta Delgada for Those Spending More Time on The Island
Retreat Investment
An Intimate Experience
Space on this retreat is intentionally limited to preserve a personal, grounded atmosphere and foster real connection. All-inclusive packages range in price from €3,099 to €4,999 (~$3,600 to $5,850 USD) depending on your room choice.
A Sanctuary for Restoration:
Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Resort
Eco-Architecture & Sustainable Craft: Designed to exist in natural symbiosis with the coastal ecosystem of São Miguel. Built using sustainable local cryptomeria wood, native bamboo, natural cork, and raw dark concrete to blend seamlessly into the land.
Coastal Oceanfront Setting: Positioned directly on the north coast of São Miguel high above the black sand beaches of Ribeira Grande, offering sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and green volcanic cliffs.
Eco-Luxury Accommodations: A choice of private eco-villas and luxury studios featuring open-plan living areas, private sun terraces, memory foam beds, custom soaking tubs, and eco-crafted furnishings.
Farm-to-Table Meals: Supported by an on-site organic farm harvesting daily produce for the resort’s restaurant, Areais. Menus highlight local Azorean flavors, wild-caught ocean fare, and fresh, plant-rich vegetarian cuisine.
Restoration & Practice Spaces: Coastal wooden platforms for daily movement and meditation, an outdoor cliffside saltwater pool with submerged loungers, oceanfront treatment decks, and a lush botanical sanctuary.
Ecological Stewardship: An eco-conscious property utilizing rainwater harvesting, heat pump water systems, native garden landscaping, and active ocean stewardship.
Fully Present Intentional Retreat
This retreat is intentionally created as an alcohol-free, substance-free space for anyone seeking an authentic wellness experience. By stepping away from modern distractions and habits, we create room to experience unmediated Presence, and receive the gifts of Grace that wait for us when we become still.
The Retreat Experience
Nestled along the coast, our home for the week is the Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Resort, designed to exist in harmony with the sea. From morning movement sessions overlooking the waves to evening chants and meditation, every detail is held with deep intention and care.
Daily Movement & Meditation:
Morning and evening practices with MC YOGI to steady the mind, awaken intuition, and align with Source.
Pilgrimages in Nature:
Guided journeys across green volcanic cliffs, natural hot springs, and coastal trails.
Nourishing Sangha:
Locally sourced, vibrant meals and meaningful connection with a close community of fellow seekers. Whether you come to release what no longer serves you, awaken your creative spirit, or simply rest in the arms of the Creator, this week offers a path home to your true Self.
Essential Travel & Logistics Guide
Important details regarding flight parameters, entry requirements, booking conditions, and inclusions. Please read thoroughly prior to registration.
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What's Included?
- 5 Nights / 6 Days lodging at Santa Barbara Eco-Beach Resort
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner (Arrival day no breakfast, departure day no lunch or dinner)
- Lunch on Arrival Day, and Picnic Lunch on Excursion Days (no lunch on free days)
- Early Check-in on the morning of your arrival to the resort
- Two group hiking, hot springs, and town visit excursions, including all guides and transportation
- Daily Yoga & Meditation with MC YOGI
- Roundtrip airport transfers from Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL) to SBER and back (about a 20 minute ride each way).
- Base gratuities for the resort staff, taxi drivers and tour guides
What's Not Included?
- Airfare to Ponta Delgada (PDL)
- Lunch on your two free days
- Additional excursions or cab rides
- Massages & Spa Services (can be booked directly at the resort front desk)
- Required Travel Insurance
Activity Level
Activity Level 1
Easy: Expect only short walks, and short flights of stairs.
Activity Level 2
Relaxed: Expect short walks, slight inclines, and sustained activity for only a few hours.
Activity Level 3
Moderate: Expect slightly longer walks, and activities that correlate to a semi-active lifestyle. Participants should be comfortable with half days of touring, and walking up and down steeper inclines.
Activity Level 4
Active: Expect longer walks, steeper inclines, and 4 – 6 hours of sustained activities, with appropriate rests. To take advantage of all the offerings, folks should lead an active life style.
Activity Level 5
Challenging: Expect vigorous walks, hikes, kayaking, etc. Participants should be experienced in outdoor activities, and know how to prepare for, and endeavor upon full day adventures in the wild!
If you have any questions or concerns about this itinerary’s Activity Level, please contact info@solseedretreats.com for more details prior to registering.
Passport & Entry Requirements
Booking Conditions & Cancellation Policy
Participant-Initiated Cancellation
Any amounts paid in excess of the €500 deposit are refundable only if SolSeed Retreats LLC (“SolSeed”) receives written notice of cancellation no later than one hundred twenty (120) days prior to the scheduled Retreat start date.
Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email to info@solseedretreats.com and will be deemed effective only upon actual receipt by SolSeed. Notices received after 11:59 PM (local time at SolSeed’s principal place of business) on the applicable deadline date shall be treated as untimely.
The €500 deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable under all circumstances, including but not limited to illness, injury, personal emergencies, scheduling conflicts, or changes in travel plans.
Within one hundred twenty (120) days of the Retreat start date, all payments are non-refundable and non-transferable, including any amounts paid beyond the initial deposit.
Refunds will not be issued in the form of credits, transfers, substitutions, or rebookings for future retreats or other SolSeed offerings, unless expressly approved in writing by SolSeed in its sole discretion.
SolSeed-Initiated Cancellation
SolSeed may deviate from the foregoing refund policy only if the Retreat must be canceled due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to the following:
- The host country’s government prohibits entry or travel for tourism purposes;
- The host country’s government prohibits SolSeed’s vendors or accommodations from hosting tourists; or
- The United States government prohibits U.S. citizens from traveling to the destination for tourism purposes.
If SolSeed cancels or postpones the Retreat for any of the reasons listed above, each registered participant shall receive a refund of all amounts paid, less a €200 administrative and processing fee.
Terms & Conditions for Retreat Participation
Required Travel Insurance
Most travel insurance policies can help protect you in the event of unexpected trip delays or cancellations due to airline disruptions, family emergencies, illness, or injury. Coverage can also help demonstrate to the host country that you are financially prepared to cover emergency services that may be needed during your stay.
SolSeed does not sell or provide travel insurance. Any insurance offers you may see during checkout are provided by third-party providers, and you are free to choose the policy and provider that best fit your needs.
If you’d like a convenient place to compare options, we’ve found InsureMyTrip to be a helpful online marketplace. We’ve also had excellent experiences with Trawick International and their customer service, and have heard consistently positive feedback from AAA and American Express members who have purchased travel insurance through those organizations. Additionally, some travel-focused credit cards—such as the Chase Sapphire® cards—may include built-in travel insurance benefits when trip-related expenses are paid with the card. Coverage and eligibility vary by card and issuer, so we recommend reviewing your card’s benefits guide or contacting the card issuer directly to confirm what protections apply.
We strongly encourage you to speak directly with a travel insurance agent to discuss your specific coverage needs and to make sure you understand what your policy does—and does not—cover.
If you’d like to learn more about travel insurance and our general recommendations, please visit our blog post: https://solseedretreats.com/travel-insurance-faqs/
Flight Parameters
Selecting Your Room Type - PLEASE READ
Below you’ll find all of our available accommodation packages.
By selecting a single occupancy room you will have a private bedroom and bathroom, while selecting a double occupancy room you will have a shared bedroom and bathroom with your travel buddy.
All Villas and Studios are equipped with: LCD TV | Independent air conditioning | Wi-Fi | Hair dryer | Bathrobes | Electronic safe | Kitchenette equipped with microwave, fridge and utensils | Coffee machine with capsules
Two Bedroom Villa - Double Occupancy
This Double Occupancy Room features a bedroom for two and private bathroom.
What’s included:
- One king bed or two twin beds (select your preference at checkout)
- Private bedroom for you and your roommate and ensuite bathroom
- Shared living area with kitchenette
- Outdoor seating area with private hot tub
Good to know:
- The second bedroom in the villa will be occupied by another guest. You will share the common living space.
- Traveling solo? We will pair you with a compatible roommate. If a match is not possible, you will be upgraded to Two Bedroom Villa – Single Occupancy package and charged accordingly at the final payment deadline (120 days before departure).
- All prices are per person. To book for two people, reserve two spots.
Looking for a different setup?
- For a fully private bedroom: book a Two Bedroom Villa – Single Occupancy package
- For more privacy as a pair: book 2 x One Bedroom Villa – Double Occupancy packages
€3,099
Deposit: €500
Spaces Available on this Retreat: 4
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Two Bedroom Villa - Single Occupancy
This Single Occupancy Room features a private bedroom and bathroom.
What’s included:
- One king bed
- Private bedroom and ensuite bathroom
- Shared living area with kitchenette
- Outdoor seating area with private hot tub
- European-style soaking tub with handheld shower (see photos)
Good to know:
- The second bedroom in the villa will be occupied by other guest(s). You will share the common living space.
- Traveling with a friend? You can share the villa while each having your own private bedroom and bathroom—just include their name at registration. Each person must book this package.
Looking for a different setup?
- For a fully private villa: book One Bedroom Villa – Single Occupancy
€4,399
Deposit: €500
Spaces Available on this Retreat: 4
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One Bedroom Villa - Double Occupancy
This Double Occupancy Villa features a bedroom for two and private bathroom.
What’s included:
- One king bed or two twin beds (select your preference at checkout)
- Private villa for you and your roommate and ensuite bathroom
- Separate living area with kitchenette
- Outdoor seating area with private hot tub
Good to know:
- This villa is an ideal option for two friends or a couple seeking a bit more privacy and space.
- All prices are per person. To book for two people, reserve two spots.
- You must have a roommate to register for this package.
Looking for a different setup?
- For a fully private bedroom: book a One Bedroom Villa – Single Occupancy package
- Do you and your roommate desire your own bedrooms and bathrooms? Instead book: 2 x Two Bedroom Villa – Single Occupancy packages
€3,399
Deposit: €500
Spaces Available on this Retreat: 4
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One Bedroom Villa - Single Occupancy
This Single Occupancy Villa features a private bedroom and bathroom.
What’s included:
- One king bed
- Private bedroom and ensuite bathroom
- Separate living area with kitchenette
- Outdoor seating area with private hot tub
Good to know:
- This villa is ideal for solo travelers seeking maximum privacy and space.
€4,699
Deposit: €500
Spaces Available on this Retreat: 2
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Luxury Studio - Double Occupancy
This Double Occupancy Studio features a bedroom for two and private bathroom.
What’s included:
- One king bed (cannot be split into two twin beds)
- Open floor plan with private bathroom, kitchenette, and living area
- Access to a non-heated plunge pool exclusive to Luxury Studio guests
Good to know:
- Ideal for couples or friends seeking added privacy and a private plunge pool
- You must book with a roommate; please include their name at registration
- All prices are per person. To book for two people, reserve two spots.
€3,599
Deposit: €500
Spaces Available on this Retreat: 2
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Luxury Studio - Single Occupancy
This Single Occupancy Studio features a private bedroom and bathroom.
What’s included:
- One king bed
- Open floor plan with private bathroom, kitchenette, and living area
- Access to a non-heated plunge pool exclusive to Luxury Studio guests
Good to know:
- Ideal for solo travelers seeking maximum privacy and access to a plunge pool
€4,999
Deposit: €500
Spaces Available on this Retreat: 2
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One & Two Bedroom Villas
Single & Double Occupancy
Two Bedroom Villas
Single Occupancy
Luxury Studios:
Single & Double Occupancy
