Lantern of Companionship
June 27 - July 4, 2027
Leenaun, Ireland
7 nights, 8 days
16 person retreat
Highlights
Seven nights at a private luxury lodge overlooking Ireland's only fjord
Details
The Lantern of Companionship is a seven-night women’s retreat in the wild beauty of Connemara, Ireland, created as a space to slow down, come home to yourself, and rediscover what becomes possible when we gather in meaningful community. Set between mountains and sea on the shores of Killary Fjord, our private lodge becomes home for a week of contemplative practice, embodied exploration, laughter, movement, rest and genuine connection. Through meditation, yoga, breathwork, somatic practices, ritual, music and time immersed in the Irish landscape, we explore companionship in its many forms: our relationship with ourselves, with one another, with the natural world, and with the deeper currents that help us find our way. The Lantern of Companionship grows from a simple understanding: we are not meant to navigate every season of our lives alone. There are times when another person’s presence becomes a light beside our own, reminding us of what we know, what we have forgotten, and what we are becoming. This retreat is designed to hold both depth and spaciousness. There will be opportunities for reflection and inner work alongside adventure, beauty, shared meals, music, movement and joy. You do not need to arrive with a particular level of experience in meditation, yoga or breathwork. You are invited to arrive exactly as you are.
Venue
The Killary Lodge
4.8 ★ 62 Reviews
A luxury nature lodge, nestled among ancient trees, just steps from the sea. This spacious, self-catering home is exclusively yours for the duration of your stay, a private retreat where you can exhale and feel the world fall away. Breathe in the fresh Atlantic air, surrounded by some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery. Watch clouds drift over the mountains, marvel at the shifting light and take in unforgettable sunsets over the calm waters of Killary Fjord. With activities, gourmet catering and concierge services available on-site, plus all the beauty of Connemara right on your doorstep, everything you need for a truly memorable stay awaits.
Free Wifi
Garden
Sauna
Towels
Kitchen
Free Parking
Shower
Fire Pit
Bathroom
Accommodation
Shared Room
5 Spots Left
5-person shared room
$4,497 USD / person
Double Occupancy Room
2 Spots Left
2-person shared room
$4,997 USD / person
Single Occupancy Room
1 Room Left
Private room for 1
$5,597 USD total
VIP Retreat Experience
1 Room Left
Private room for 1
$6,597 USD total
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Guests will have exclusive use of a beautiful private lodge overlooking Killary Fjord in the heart of Connemara. Accommodations range from comfortable shared rooms to double and private rooms, with inviting communal spaces for gathering and quiet corners for rest. The lodge offers the warmth and intimacy of a shared home while providing space to retreat and restore. All accommodations are included in the retreat price, with room options priced according to occupancy and room type.
Meals
Meals provided
Breakfast · Brunch · Lunch · Dinner
Diets catered
Vegan · Vegetarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free
Meals are an integral part of the retreat experience and an expression of the care woven throughout our week together. Our retreat chef, Eileen, thoughtfully creates nourishing, beautiful meals using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, celebrating the abundance and flavors of the west of Ireland. Food is also part of our commitment to trauma-informed care. We recognize that nourishment is deeply personal, and participants should not have to defend, explain, or feel self-conscious about what their bodies need. Eileen does her very best to accommodate dietary needs and preferences with advance notice, creating meals that allow each woman to feel considered and cared for at the table. Meals are generous, wholesome, and meant to be enjoyed together. The table becomes another gathering place for conversation, laughter, connection, and the simple pleasure of being nourished in good company.
Testimonials
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Host
Avantika Waleryszak
Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
Avantika Waleryszak, LICSW, has been teaching health and wellness classes for the past 20 years. She received her BA in Clinical Psychology and Neuroscience at Union Institute and University in Brattl...
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What's Included
Eight days and seven nights at Killary Lodge, reserved exclusively for our retreat circle.
Your selected shared, double, private, or VIP accommodation.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, tea, and nourishing refreshments throughout the retreat.
Daily yoga, breathwork, meditation, somatic practice, restorative movement, guided reflection, and sister circles.
A thoughtfully curated program rooted in the Lanterns of Sustenance, Navigation, and Companionship.
Planned group experiences including sunset sea kayaking on Killary Fjord, Diamond Hill or an alternate Connemara National Park trail, Kylemore Abbey and the Victorian Walled Garden, and reserved sauna time.
Ground transportation to and from Shannon Airport within the designated group transfer schedule, plus transportation for included retreat excursions.
One pre-retreat group gathering and practical preparation session.
One post-retreat integration gathering.
Thoughtful retreat materials and Wild Soul Sisterhood gifts.
A skilled, caring team attending to the practical and emotional details of the week.
Not Included
Airfare to and from Ireland.
Required comprehensive travel insurance.
Transportation outside the designated group transfer schedule.
Optional massage, private body treatments, or one-to-one coaching sessions, unless included in the VIP Retreat Experience.
Alcoholic beverages purchased during outings or personal time.
Personal shopping, souvenirs, passport costs, baggage fees, and incidental expenses.
Additional activities or travel arranged outside the published retreat program.
The optional Afterglow extension in Killarney National Park.
FAQs
Guest requirements
No previous experience with yoga, meditation, breathwork, or somatic practices is required. Participants are invited to come exactly as they are, with a willingness to engage respectfully in a shared retreat experience.
Guests must be 18 or older and able to travel internationally to Ireland with the required passport and entry documentation.
Comprehensive travel insurance is required for all participants.
Our program includes movement, walking, hiking, kayaking, and time outdoors on varied terrain. Activities are offered with choice and flexibility whenever possible, and participants are encouraged to honor their own bodies and needs.
Please communicate relevant dietary, accessibility, mobility, or other support needs in advance so our team can determine how best to accommodate them.
This retreat is grounded in trauma-informed principles of choice, consent, personal agency, confidentiality, and respect for individual boundaries. Participation in any reflective or embodied practice is always invitational.
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 150 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 150 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 150 days before the retreat begins.
