What to expect?

This retreat offers space to simply be.  Time to rest, reflect, or do nothing at all - whether that's reading under a tree, relaxing by the pool or enjoying quiet moments in nature.  Alongside this, you'll be invited into self-care rituals, mindful movement and open discussion exploring ancient wisdom and modern thought - with room to gently step beyond your comfort zone and reconnect with what matters most .

We hope you will discover the Alchemy that lies within us all.

The evolution

While our exact schedule is thoughtfully evolving, anticipate a enriching flow of activities designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit.

Each day will feature at least two workshop activities,  each lasting approximately two hours. The schedule will be carefully curated to provide a balanced experience of movement, self-discovery, learning and relaxation.

 

There will be free time allocated each day so you can feel like you're actually on holiday too and Sunday we will finish earlier as that is your free evening to explore Lagos and its wonderful charm and fabulous choice of restaurants.

 Self-care workshops

Look forward to a dedicated self-care workshop where you'll learn the art of Gua-Sha facial massage, complemented by calming EFT tapping techniques.

We will provide Bella's famous Facial Elixir and Gua Sha tools for your personal practice as part of your Goody Bag.

Experience deep relaxation with a guided meditation featuring soul-soothing sound healing.

Depending on the final schedule, we may also include:

  • a sound bath
  • a breath work workshop 
  • learning how to tap into your intuition with the help of pendulum dowsing

Explore ancient wisdom and modern insights

The retreat program will  include reflective exploration of spirituality and how we connect or don't connect, to the Great Unknown.

PAST, PRESENT & WHAT'S UNFOLDING

A reflective workshop exploring the themes of  2025 Year of the Wood Snake and how it may have affected us personally, with insight into the emerging energies of the Fire Horse 2026 and the Fire Goat 2027.

 

Additionally, we'll discuss the lifestyle patterns of the Blue Zones and some of the longevity principles and how we may find inspiration from these communities:

  • having  a sense purpose
  • the benefits of 'downtime' as a stress downshift
  • over eating
  • strong family/friend bonds
  • healthy sunshine time
  • movement
  • cultivating faith in something greater.

 

 

One Hour TREAT or WELLNESS time:

Included in your Retreat price is an hour massage OR reiki energy healing OR Tarot Reading.

Alternatively, you might prefer to book an hour Boxing class or an hour of learning self defense techniques with Karl our personal trainer and martial arts teacher (who also happens to be Bella's husband). 

Bella will provide each of you with options of times for the hour of wellness. This will be during your scheduled Free time.  We will need to book these in advance so you will know well ahead what day you have your session on.

Is the Alchemy Within Retreat for you?

This female only retreat has been shaped by years of lived experience - attending retreats, listening to clients and guests - engaging in honest, often raw conversations about personal challenges, purpose, grief and what it means to come together as a community. 

If you are looking for a holiday that offers both sanctuary and freedom - private moments of peace and tranquility, afternoons by the pool, easy walks for local treats or time exploring the calcada portuguesa (cobbled) lane ways of Lagos old town - this could be exactly what you've been waiting for.