No, airport transfers are not included.

Our holistic center offers comfort and space designed for relaxation and practice. Yoga spaces feature round wood architecture and heated cork floors, inspired by the Brazilian rainforest. Rooms are cozy and simply decorated to help you unwind and feel cared for.

Faro Airport is 1 hour and 15 minutes away. Here are your options:
– Rent a car: Drive yourself (about 1 hour 20 minutes).
– Transfer service: Around €120-140 each way. Sharing with other participants lowers the cost. We
can help arrange transfers. A larger van for 8 people costs €160-180
– Public transport (cheapest, but takes longer):
o Bus to Faro train station, train to Lagos, then walk to Lagos bus station.
o Bus to Vila do Bispo, then a taxi (€25) to Monte Velho. We can book the taxi for you.

Transfers from Lisbon Airport:
– 8-person van: €350-380
– 4-person taxi: €295-320

Monte Velho can help organize these transfers, but once booked, it’s your responsibility to stay in touch with the driver for any delays or changes.

o Monte Velho to Carrapateira: €20-25 (1-4 people)
o Monte Velho to beaches (Amado or Bordeira): €15-20 (1-4 people)
o Monte Velho to Lagos: €50-60 (1-4 people)
o Monte Velho to Faro: €120-140 (1-4 people)
o Monte Velho to Sagres: €50-60 (1-4 people)
o Monte Velho to Portimão: €65-75 (1-4 people)

o Car rental: Best arranged at Faro Airport. Closest rental services are in Lagos:
o Luzcar
o LagoRent
o Bike rental: Available in Carrapateira through Bikes – Carrapateira Extreme Tours & Activities.

Carrapateira is 4 km away. It has restaurants, small shops, and two beautiful beaches. You can get there by taxi, car, bike, or on foot (for those comfortable walking).

Carrapateira’s beaches, Amado and Bordeira, are about 3.5 km away:
o By car: 6 minutes
o By taxi or bike: 20 minutes to Amado Beach
o Walking: About 1 hour 15 minutes to Amado Beach

Yes, Carrapateira has a shop, restaurants, and bars.

o 1.5-hour session: €45
o Full day: €65
o 3 days: €130

o Dolphin watching in Sagres (Marilimitado)
o Bird watching
o Winery visit (Monte Casteleja)
o E-bike tours
o Walking Natural Park tour

o Minimum stay: 4 night
o We have 3 option of group booking:

– Exclusive retreats: Minimum 12 rooms (10 in low season) /15 pax min. Unused rooms are charged
at single rate, per night. Max. is 16 rooms

– Shared retreats: 2 group in the venue
o Shared A: 9 rooms min booking (8 in low season)/10 pax min. Max is 10 rooms
o Shared B : 5 rooms min booking (4 in low season) /10 pax min. Max is 6 rooms

No, the entire group must select full meal plans.

o Vegetarian and vegan buffet with organic and local products.
o Adaptations for allergies and intolerances are available.
o Brunch and dinner cost the same as three meals.

No, only our catering team can use the kitchen.

Yes, 1-hour massages cost €70 (cash payment). Options include deep tissue, Ayurvedic, Thai, and more. Special therapies like acupuncture and physiotherapy are also available. Book in advance.

No, only our onsite therapists are available. Pre-booking is recommended.

Not regularly, but a basic laundry service is available for €5.

o Daily cleaning of rooms and bathrooms (beds are not made).
o Towels replaced mid-retreat
o Extra towels available upon request.

No, guests must stay in our rooms or dorms.

Check-in starts at 3:00 PM. Early arrivals can contact reception in advance to check availability. Guests can leave luggage in the lobby and explore the area while waiting for their room.

Yes, we provide mats, blocks, bolsters, straps, and other props.

Wi-Fi is available in the main hall and reception area.

o On check-in and check-out days, staff are available all day.
o During retreats, recep􀆟on is open from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM.