Experience beautiful natural environments and take part in holistic practices on this restorative wellness retreat. This 5 night escape will re-harmonise your mind, body and spirit with relaxing yoga sessions, stand-up paddle boarding and immersive nature experiences.
5 nights, zero-hassle and all this included:
- Daily yoga sessions
- Stand up paddle boarding lesson
- Storytelling under the stars
- Guided walks to form a stronger connection with nature
- Wake up your senses with a sensory exploration session in nature
- Tea foraging and making experience
- 5 nights innovative eco accommodation
- Freshly prepared meals every day
- All transport during the trip
- Car parking for the duration of your stay
- Voluntary trail clean in association with Trash Free Trails
- 1 native tree planted in our woodland
Plus flexible booking terms as part of our Adventure Promise, including instalment payments to spread the cost of your adventure.
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For adventurers who:
Want time to harmonise their mind, body and soul on a sustainable holistic wellbeing retreat. No experience of any activities is needed.
Perfect for solo travellers or bring along a friend to share this small group experience. Age 18+ only.
Sunday
Home from home
Arrive at the world-renowned Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT). Feel the weight lift from your shoulders as you take some time to settle into your home for the next few days. Your eco haven, nestled in the foothills of south Snowdonia.
The area is surrounded by enchanting forests, flowing rivers and endearing mountains, making for the perfect backdrop as you unwind and let your worries drift away.
Tales under the stars
Once you’ve made yourself at home and explored the grounds, join us after dinner as our local storyteller recounts local tales and legends under the stars. The Dyfi valley has very little light pollution, so be sure to turn your head to the sky as you may spot the Plough (Ursa Major), North Star, Summer Triangle, Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, and of course the Milky Way.
Monday
Drop & give me zen
The first morning of your holistic wellness experience is a gentle guided yoga session. Roll out your mat and take it slow as you breathe, stretch and feel into the effects of your mindful movement. You’ll start each morning in this way, tuning into your body.
When you’re ready, enjoy a wholesome breakfast to fuel your body for the day ahead.
Be inspired
Take a guided tour of CAT, learning about the history of the unique site. Discover a hidden world of stunning organic gardens, experimental green buildings and sustainably managed woodland habitats.
It’s impossible not to be inspired by the diversity of your surroundings and the ongoing sustainability practices, some of which you can take home with you.
Tea Time
Under guidance from a foraging expert use your senses to collect ingredients to make your own infusions. Learn all about the healing properties of your findings and what the best flavour combinations are. Once satisfied with your haul it’s time to brew and taste.
Food Glorious Food
Sit down for a delicious evening meal. Dining at CAT is a holistic experience; the menu is made up of ingredients grown in the centre’s own allotment or responsibly sourced from the local area. Without compromising on flavour your meals will leave you feeling healthful and recharged.
Inhale. Exhale. Sleep
Take some time to yourself, kick your feet up and unwind in front of the log fire after your first full day of your holistic wellbeing retreat in Wales. Or why not join us for another yoga session to wind down before you tuck yourself into bed. Your yoga guide will help you instil a sense of mindful relaxation, perfect for alleviating any tension or worries, allowing you to drift soundly to sleep.
Tuesday
Rise & shine
You’ll start your day with another guided yoga session. Yoga has the power to calm the mind and strengthen the body, which is exactly what this holistic wellness experience is all about.
Life is about balance
After fuelling your body with a delicious breakfast, take a transfer to Aberdyfi for your paddle boarding session. Aberdyfi is a thriving little harbour resort with a picturesque estuary perfect for watersports.
It’s time to zip up your wetsuit and head out onto the water with your boards for a peaceful paddle. Our local guide will be on hand to teach you the basics of stand up paddle boarding as you transfer your yoga balance and breathing techniques on to the water.
Calm the mind, body & spirit
This evening, you’ll have the opportunity to join the group for another yoga session before you retire to bed. The slow, deep stretching before bed will relieve any tension or aches in your body and allow you to completely relax before you drift into a deep and restful slumber.
Wednesday
Beneath the canopy
After a series of energising flows to increase your energy and a healthful breakfast, you’ll be ready to conquer your day.
Today’s hike takes you in a new direction as you venture out into the Dyfi forest. The deep colours, soft creaking branches overhead and rich smell of damp earth will ground you in the present.
Exploring further into the dense forest, take comfort in the tranquil stillness.
Be present
Gather with your retreat friends in the communal space for warming tea and cake. A chance to sit down together, connect and share stories.
Join your group for a relaxing yoga session of breath work and stretches as you wind down before another night of deep sleep on your holistic wellness retreat.
Thursday
Powered by nature
After your morning sun salutations and a wholesome breakfast your group will move onto your next holistic sensory experience.
Awaken your senses
Let your senses guide you to the peaceful woodland on a guided sensory exploration experience. Notice the seasonal details and the aliveness of your natural environment. Under the supervision of your guide use your senses to describe what you see, hear, smell and touch. Feel a new sense of connection to the nature surrounding you.
Focus the mind
Join your yoga guide for one final evening of poses naturally designed to relax your body and mind, the perfect way to end your holistic wellness experience and focus on the present.
Friday
Enjoy your healthful breakfast on your final morning, before taking some time for yourself relaxing in the grounds or perhaps exploring the landscape one last time before you bid your home from home farewell. Swap phone numbers with your new-found friends and depart feeling re-energised and recharged.
Not only will you be taking home the incredible memories from your holistic wellbeing retreat, but also mindful yoga practices to incorporate into your everyday life, wholesome food inspiration and a deeper connection with nature.
What's Included
- 5 nights innovative eco accommodation
- Daily yoga sessions
- Stand up paddle boarding
- Storytelling under the stars
- Guided walks to form a stronger connection with nature
- Sensory exploration experience at a world renowned eco-centre
- Tea foraging and making experience
- Simple, wholesome food provided every day, all your meals included
- All transport during the trip
- Car parking for the duration of your stay
- Voluntary trail clean in association with Trash Free Trails
- 1 native tree planted in our woodland
What you need to bring
- Comfortable walking boots or shoes
- Warm layers, especially for sitting outdoors in the evening
- Hat and gloves
- Waterproof jacket – the weather is changeable in Wales so it’s advisable to bring one, even in summer
- Sun cream, sun glasses, insect repellent and a sun hat
- Swimwear, to wear under the wetsuit we provide for your SUP experience
- Old trainers or neoprene shoes, to wear in the water for your SUP experience
- Yoga mat (optional – we can provide if needed)
- Comfortable activewear for yoga
- Towel – for your stand up paddle boarding session
Supercharge your retreat
Even more ways to take your adventure to the next level! Simply make your selections at checkout when you book your trip online:
- Private room – we can usually accommodate requests for your own room, please check with us before booking
- Return transfers: if you’re travelling by air, rail or ferry – please contact us to discuss your requirements
What you need to know
- Enjoy the reassurance of flexible booking terms, part of our Adventure Promise
- You must be 18 years or over to join this adventure
- Bookings close 4 to 6 weeks prior to departure, or as soon as places fill
- Check in is available from 4pm on your arrival day
- We don’t believe in charging people more for exploring our world solo, so we’ll always match you up with a like-minded traveller to share with
- If you would prefer your own room we can usually accommodate, though an extra charge would apply
- The total group size will not exceed 15 to ensure you enjoy a small group experience
Getting Here
By Air
- The closest international airports are Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Airport
- It is approximately a 2hr 30mins taxi transfer from either airport to the tour start point in Pantperthog or alternatively travel by rail to Machynlleth and follow the By Rail instructions below
By Rail
- The closest train station to the Centre for Alternative Technology, Pantperthog is Machynlleth station
- From Machynlleth station it is approximately a 10 minute taxi-transfer to the Centre for Alternative Technology
By Road
- The Centre for Alternative Technology, Pantperthog is located 30 minutes from the A470, and approx 2hrs from the M54
If you require assistance with arranging taxi transfers, please get in touch with a member of our team
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