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Portugal Somatic Trauma Healing Retreat for Women

February 23 - 26, 2027

Lagos, Portugal

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Hosted By

Orit Krug

10.7k followers

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3 nights, 4 days

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24 person retreat

Highlights

  • Somatic therapy

  • Trauma healing

  • Nervous system regulation

  • Movement-based therapy

  • Parts Work

Details

A deeply experiential somatic healing retreat designed to help you reconnect with your body, deepen self-trust, and create meaningful shifts in the patterns that keep you feeling stuck. Set in beautiful Portugal, this intimate retreat combines somatic movement, nervous system work, parts work, emotional exploration, and embodied relational experiences. Rather than simply talking about your patterns, you’ll have opportunities to notice them as they arise and practice responding in new ways—while being supported by a warm, connected group environment. You’ll leave with greater awareness of your body and needs, more capacity to stay present with difficult emotions, and practical experiences of responding to yourself and others with greater choice, compassion, and authenticity. There will also be plenty of time to enjoy the beauty of Portugal, share meals, laugh, connect, and experience the pleasure of stepping outside your everyday routine.

Location

Lagos, Portugal

Bensafrim is a peaceful village in Portugal’s Algarve region, located just a short drive from Lagos and the Atlantic coast. Surrounded by rolling countryside, farmland, and low hills, it offers a quiet rural atmosphere while remaining close to the beaches, restaurants, shops, and historic attractions of Lagos. The area is well suited to retreats and relaxing getaways, combining the slower pace of traditional Portuguese village life with easy access to nature, coastal scenery, walking routes, and the wider Algarve region.

Venue

Tiny Whale Surf Lodge

4.9 ★ 193 Reviews

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Our lodge is designed with comfort and luxury in mind, ensuring every detail is taken care of. Choose from private ensuite rooms with garden views and direct pool access, or immerse yourself in nature with a stay in one of our bird hide cabins. The open-plan lounge overlooks the garden, swimming pool, and outdoor yoga and coaching studio. With many of our guests travelling solo, the lodge has been thoughtfully designed to encourage connection, making it easy to swap stories of your latest wipeout with fellow surf mates.

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

Pool

Pool

Garden

Garden

Hot Tub

Hot Tub

Coffee / Tea

Coffee / Tea

Kitchen

Kitchen

Free Parking

Free Parking

Bar

Bar

Fireplace

Fireplace

Accommodation

Sanctuary Room

Private room for 1

$4,050 USD total

Woodland Cabin

Private room for 1

$3,150 USD total

A-Frame Hideaway

2-person shared room

$1,800 USD / person

Garden Ensuite

2-person shared room

$2,250 USD / person

The Grove

3-person shared room

$1,800 USD / person

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Set in a quiet haven near the beaches of Lagos, this spacious retreat lodge is designed for deep nervous system healing. Surrounded by lush greenery, it offers plenty of space for stillness, connection, and integration. Unwind in the sauna, pool, or jacuzzi, gather around the fire in the evenings, and let the natural setting gently bring you back home to your body.

Meals

Meals provided

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Dairy-free · Gluten-free · Organic · Vegan · Vegetarian · Nut Allergy Friendly · Diabetic Friendly · Keto Friendly · Paleo Friendly

Enjoy nourishing, fresh meals inspired by Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine, prepared with wholesome, seasonal ingredients. Meals will include a variety of options to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences, with plenty of fresh vegetables, grains, proteins, fruits, and flavorful local ingredients. Meals will be shared together, creating another opportunity to slow down, connect, and enjoy being nourished.

Schedule

7:00 AM — Start the day with a delicious, hearty breakfast. 8:00–11:00 AM — Head out for an Integrated Somatic Hiking experience through one of Lagos’ most breathtaking landscapes, combining movement, nature, and embodied exploration. 12:00 PM — Enjoy a nourishing, home-cooked lunch and connect with the group as we reflect on the morning’s experience. 1:30–3:30 PM — Recharge & Integrate: Take time to rest, reflect, and integrate. Swim, read, relax on the grounds, or spend time connecting with other participants. 4:00–6:00 PM — Join Orit for Somatic Dance Therapy in our private healing space, using movement to explore the nervous system, emotions, and embodied self-expression. 7:00 PM — Gather for a delicious dinner prepared by our private chef. After 8:00 PM — Wind down however feels best: curl up with a book, connect with the group, relax under the stars, or gather around the fire. Please note: This is a sample day. The actual schedule may vary.

Testimonials

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For the first time, I allowed myself to cry openly, even in the presence of women I had just met. I was met with so much love and acceptance. I know now that I am lovable and deserving of kindness! The Somatic Dance Therapy sessions were especially impactful, gently pushing me outside my comfort zone and integrating deep growth. Since coming home, I’ve felt more stable and less reactive, especially with my kids. The retreat created a profound shift in how I feel in my body and live my life – I feel more playful, more alive, more loved!” Because the work happens in the body and nervous system, these shifts are lasting — not fleeting insights, but embodied change.

Jayme, USA

This was the safest retreat experience I’ve ever had, and I’ve been to many of these kinds of events. It gave me the space to truly feel my emotions, reach the root of my fear of abandonment, and actually shift it. Before the retreat, I understood in my head what I needed to do to stop fearing being forgotten, but now I feel in my body that I’m capable of real security. Since returning home, I’ve noticed an immediate ability to be more vulnerable with the people I love, especially during intimacy. I’m also allowing myself to move through difficult emotions, and I feel confident that I can handle hard things.

Melanie, Spain

It was liberating to feel so safe to move my body and express myself freely. I searched for so long for a way to feel more at home in my bones, and the Sedona retreat was a turning point for me. I feel confident and empowered to take up space, whereas before I was constantly anxious and stayed small.

Kim, USA

It was life-changing to finally embody the confident, secure, powerful woman I always knew I could be. Through the somatic parts work, I realized that this version of me could also be a nurturing, loving presence for my younger, wounded parts – and that shifted everything. I came home with the confidence to pursue a relationship I’d been too scared to try because of old insecurities. I feel proud of who I am now. I carry the loving energy from the retreat with me every day, and it reminds me that I can become anything I choose.

Tali, USA

The retreat guided me through a healing emotional journey—from fear and anxiety, to grief and release, and finally to confidence and playfulness. I felt deeply supported and safe to fully feel. Since then, I’ve noticed more ease and confidence in being myself, especially in relationships. My higher self is leading more often, and all parts of me trust that I’m my own primary caregiver. This shift has brought real relief. My favorite part was the Somatic Dance Therapy sessions – I felt exposed yet safe, spontaneous, open, joyful, and fully alive. The mirroring practice and parts work especially helped me connect more deeply with myself and others in ways that felt transformative.

Hope, USA

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Host

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Orit Krug

New York, NY, USA

Orit Krug leads immersive retreats focused on trauma healing, relational transformation, and embodied change. With over 15 years as a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist & Licensed Creative Arts...

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English

Teaching for 5 years

Joined Insight Timer in Mar 2021

What's Included

Accommodations

Neursocience-backed Somatic Dance/Movement Therapy sessions

Nervous System Regulation sessions

ALL groceries and meals provided, including deliciously healthy meals prepared by our very own personal chef. Dietary requests will be honored.

Transportation IN Portugal

Not Included

Airfare

Transportation to/from the airport

FAQs

Guest requirements

  • Everyone who registers will require vetting & approval to make sure they are a good fit for the retreat and the group.

  • For women only

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 120 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 120 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 120 days before the retreat begins.

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