5-Day Solo Retreat on Boa Vista, Cape Verde

In a beautiful, secluded retreat in the north of the desert island of Boa Vista, overlooking the vast expanse of the ocean: The Spinguera Ecolodge is the result of several years of restoration work on an old village that was abandoned between the 1970s and 1980s. The Spinguera Ecolodge is stylishly appointed and lovingly furnished, offering guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the moment amidst unspoiled nature and to experience simplicity as a source of inner peace.

Meals are not included in the retreat price. They must be ordered in advance upon arrival at the Spinguera Ecolodge restaurant for all three days of silence.

Day 1: Arrival, individual consultation, including an introduction to various forms of meditation upon request, house rules, group dinner
Days 2–4: Silence, short walks, gentle physical exercises, creative forms of self-expression as outlets for regulating inner processes, up to 2 hours per day
Day 5: Group breakfast, individual conversation

Permitted:
Media for creative self-expression: journal, art supplies, music (not on a cell phone)
Gentle forms of movement such as yoga, Pilates, qigong, etc.
Medications you are required to take on medical advice

Not permitted:
Mind-altering substances (alcohol, cannabis, etc.)
Hiking and sports
Communication and cell phones