RESTORE YOUR SOUL IN MADEIRA
7 Days of Tranquility, Cultural Immersion, and Yoga in Portugal
Join Megan Mulrine and Julia Morrison on a journey of the soul
Your heart has been longing for this: a time to disconnect and unwind, explore a vibrant culture, and revive your soul. Join teachers from Niantic Yoga for 7 days of bliss in Portugal. With daily yoga and meditation classes, epic cliff hikes, cultural tours and experiences, and plenty of time to hang out by the water and relax, this is the perfect way to explore Madeira and awaken your spirit.
Our retreat home is nestled into the cliffside overlooking the ocean, with four connected but private living spaces all with direct access to the balcony, pool, and sea. Every room features a stunning ocean view. Julia’s family has used this gorgeous villa for a family reunion in the past, and she’s thrilled to be bringing yogis here to immerse in its serenity.
Walking distance from the local village of Gaula, and a short drive from famed sites (such as the hillside city of Funchal and the mountainous Stairway to Heaven), our retreat house is in the perfect location to explore the island. We’ll even be there during Madeira’s annual Flower Festival, and will have the opportunity to celebrate the beauty of nature as the locals do.
Time to answer the call: to reawaken your awareness of the world’s beauty, refresh your outlook, and explore all that Madeira Island has to offer.
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WHAT TO EXPECT : The Retreat
Madeira Island boasts some of Portugal’s most endearing villages, vibrant cultural events, and serene natural surroundings. It’s the perfect place to unwind, practice yoga, and reconnect to your soul. Here’s what to expect:
DAILY YOGA
- Experience daily yoga classes on the terrace overlooking the ocean. With a combination of faster-flowing vinyasa and slow, restorative yoga, these optional practices will bring peace to body, mind, and spirit
- We’ll also offer workshops throughout the week to help deepen your spiritual practice, connect to your highest self, and find comfort in community
- All yoga classes will be all-levels and for all-bodies. Come exactly as you are: you are already enough.
CULTURAL IMMERSION
- Madeira offers an amazing array of cultural events, vibrant villages, and activities to participate in. We’ll experience the parades and party-like atmosphere of the Madeira Flower Festival, visit the capital city of Funchal, and enjoy the local atmosphere
- The hilly terrain offers a rare experience to ride wicker-basket sleds down the sloping streets–a Madeira tradition!
- We’ll also explore local markets, cafes, and shops to bring home a piece of Portugal with you
NATURE ADVENTURES
- Madeira is best known for its incredible cliffs and views of the ocean. Many of the mountainous hikes also boast incredible waterfall views, as well as the iconic “levada” water irrigation channels.
- If you’re feeling adventurous, we’ll hike to Madeira’s famous Stairway to Heaven, a stunning trail takes you along steep mountain ridges, where you’ll ascend a series of stone steps that seem to disappear into the clouds. With panoramic views of the island’s lush valleys and dramatic peaks, this hike offers a magical experience like no other.
REST & RELAXATION
- Most importantly, all activities, yoga classes, and excursions are entirely optional. If you choose to lay by the pool or dip in the ocean all day, we’ll celebrate and encourage you. Rest is so important!
- We’ll also have opportunities for massages, naps in the sun, meditations, and total peace. If your style of vacation is to revive through relaxation, this retreat is perfect for you. You’ll return from this vacation feeling refreshed and renewed.
Our Sacred Space : What We Provide
OUR RETREAT HOUSE
- Our retreat home is nestled into the cliffside overlooking the ocean, and offers multiple accommodation options, from private rooms, to shared twin bed rooms, each with a stunning view of the sea, direct pool access, and the ocean just a few steps away.
- The complex is broken into 4 connected but separate living areas, each with a private kitchen and bathroom, and many of the rooms have ensuite bathrooms as well.
YOGA ON THE TERRACE
- The home’s expansive terraces provide ample space for our daily yoga practices. We’ll provide the mats and props, but if you have a favorite yoga mat you’d like to bring with you, feel free to pack it and bring it along.
- In the case of rain, we’ll clear a space indoors to use as our secondary yoga shala. There are multiple common areas to hang out and relax both indoors and outdoors on our property.
DELICIOUS FOOD
- All meals are provided during this retreat, and we’re able to accommodate a number of different dietary restrictions.
- While most meals will be cooked in the house by our private chef, we’ll also have the opportunity to eat out at some of Madeira’s best cafes and restaurants to enjoy the local cuisine.
MADEIRA, PORTUGAL : The Location
THE ENCHANTING ISLAND
Madeira is a lush sanctuary in the Atlantic with a rich history dating back to its discovery in 1419 by Portuguese explorers. Known as the “Pearl of the Atlantic,” Madeira offers a blend of unspoiled nature and timeless charm. Wander through terraced vineyards that produce the island’s famous Madeira wine, explore historical villages, and walk the ancient levadas—irrigation channels built centuries ago that now serve as scenic hiking paths. From its rugged coastline to its misty mountains, Madeira’s landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation, adventure, and a deep connection to the island’s vibrant cultural heritage.
This island offers the perfect setting to deepen your yoga practice and reconnect with nature. Immerse yourself in daily yoga sessions surrounded by stunning ocean views, explore the island’s charming villages, and nourish your body with fresh, local cuisine. Whether hiking through the ancient forest or meditating by the seaside, this retreat will leave you feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and in harmony with the island’s tranquil energy.
Madeira has one airport, a 10-minute drive from our retreat house. Airfare and airport transfer to and from the retreat center is not included in the price, but all car travel for excursions during the retreat is included and provided by trusted drivers.
Example of Daily Itinerary
morning
7:30-8:30 AM YOGA AND MEDITATION
8:30-10:00 AM DELICIOUS, HEALTHY BREAKFAST
10:00-12:00 PM REST & RELAX
mID-DAY
12:30-2:00 PM DELICIOUS, HEALTHY LUNCH
2:00-5:30 PM ADVENTURE, CULTURAL EVENT, OR TOUR
5:30-6:30 PM RESTORATIVE YOGA OR MEDITATION
EVENING
6:30-8:00 PM DELICIOUS, HEALTHY DINNER
8:00-9:00 PM REST & REVIVE
About Your Hosts
JULIA MORRISON
Julia, founder of Wave Yoga Retreats, teaches many styles of yoga, from hot power vinyasa to meditation and yin yoga. Julia’s teaching style involves creative sequencing with a focus on the union of the mind and body through the breath. Julia trained with Megan Mulrine of the Niantic Yoga Studio at Yogatrotter Academy and continues to study yogic philosophy with her. Julia currently teaches at Niantic Yoga and Soul Sweat Yoga Studios.
Julia’s family on her mother’s side is from Madeira, so she has a deep soul-level connection to the land, and is excited to welcome you on this retreat!
MEGAN MULRINE
Megan Mulrine, the founder of Yogatrotter Academy and owner of the Niantic Yoga Studio, is thrilled to partner with Julia Morrison and Wave Yoga Retreats to offer yoga retreats all over the world. Megan has been leading yoga teacher trainings in Bali, Indonesia since 2016, specializing in teaching the philosophy of yoga and weaving spirituality and the stories of the gods and goddesses into her classes.
Megan will be joined by her husband and meditation teacher, Michael Saukulak, who will guide mindfulness practices throughout the retreat.
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