What we will do and what will happen The Just Pure Being - Nature Retreats are a space for transformation, where we immerse ourselves in a world that many may not be familiar with. We will spend a lot of time walking in nature in the most beautiful places in the world. At the same time, we invite you to show interest and curiosity in the inner struggles and challenges of the other participants, without wanting to rescue, fix, or heal them. No smart-alecky comments, advice, or solutions that make us look like we know it all, putting ourselves in the spotlight to compensate for our feelings of inadequacy and shame so that we can feel important, valuable, and useful ;-). We can examine our basic assumptions, the basic assumptions of others, and the basic assumptions of the whole world about us. We can sit down in the "hot seat" or the "circle of wisdom" with a life issue and take responsibility for telling the story behind it. However, we do so with a focus on our feelings and what we feel and have felt in connection with it. The group will show curiosity and interest in exploring the topic in order to get a complete picture and to explore our core essence. And as before, without trying to rescue, repair, or heal. No solutions, advice, or comments, unless the person at the center expressly wishes this. A unique opportunity to reconnect with our own inner wisdom, because we are not told that we cannot do this ourselves or that there is something wrong with us.
What we think we are is a mental construct. An illusion. An identity based on thoughts. It hides behind beliefs, basic assumptions, suppressed emotions, projections, compensation and survival strategies, because we are not aware of it or keep it secret and hidden. That is why we do not have the opportunity to verify that most of it is not true. When we have the courage to share and reveal what we have wanted to hide our whole lives, a new door opens. Especially when it feels life-threatening and we feel like we will be destroyed in the process. Then the illusion loses its power over us.
The language of connection explores what is here now and invites everything that is hidden and unconscious, welcomes it, and acknowledges it. It creates fertile ground for openness, honesty, and vulnerability, where we encounter everything with curiosity, humility, and compassion.
Transformation happens when we share and reveal what we normally want to hide. When we feel seen, heard, and held, and our feelings and pain are acknowledged and validated, a shift occurs. And we can discover that most of our beliefs and projections are not true. This opens a new door.
Experience a unique and most likely life-changing opportunity to connect with the wisdom, intelligence, and intuition of nature and the group. Are you ready for the adventure and to embrace your deepest core? What you will take away from this event ● The experience of a space full of connection and trust
● Greater clarity about what or who you really are ● Greater clarity about your beliefs, compensation and survival strategies, and why you are the way you are ● Greater compassion for your difficult parts, states, and emotions, and those of others ● Greater ability to hold space and emotionally accompany others, meeting them with humility, curiosity, and compassion
● Equal opportunities for more introverted participants to speak up and express themselves and feel seen and heard without having to compete with more extroverted participants Meals Meals are not included in the price. So make sure you take care of yourself and get your food for breakfast and lunch. And maybe bring something with you for the first day so you don't find yourself in a bind. Especially at lunchtime, we will be outside in nature, where it will most likely not be possible to buy food. We will stop regularly at supermarkets to buy food, so we are all in the same boat. For dinner, we usually go to a restaurant, but everyone can decide for themselves.
Rental cars or bus to get around the island We will find the most suitable and cheapest way to get around the island. Either we will rent several cars and distribute the participants if there are willing drivers, or we will rent one or more buses that can accommodate all participants. Rental cars are very affordable in Madeira. The total cost of fuel and rental cars will be divided among the participants. For this reason, there is an advance payment/deposit of 250 euros, and the difference will be refunded or added to the final bill. Preparation We will meet online via Zoom to clarify all the details. Changes to the itinerary
Due to the weather forecast, the destinations and plans may change at short notice, meaning they will no longer correspond to the plan below. Details Duration 10 days Arrival Friday, March 13, 2026, Funchal Airport Departure Sunday, March 22, 2026, Funchal Airport
Meeting point Funchal Airport Target group Adults Participants Max. 16 Participation fee 590 euros + 250 euros deposit for rental car or bus. Please contact me for a discount if you need to keep an eye on your finances. Accommodation At a campsite in tents
Leader Oliver Places we will visit A lot Included ● Tour guide and leadership ● Accommodation at a campsite in tents Not included ● Meals ● Flight ● Rental car and fuel Program Friday, March 13, 2026
We will meet at the airport in Funchal and then drive to the campsite together. In case of different arrival times, we will find another solution. Once everyone has arrived, we will meet to discuss the relevant information. Saturday, March 14, 2026
Introduction to "The Language of Connection" - Activities to create a safe environment, trust, and connection within the group 1. 10:00 a.m. Meet in a circle and begin activities 2. 2:00 p.m. Lunch 3. 3:30 p.m. Activities 4. Dinner 5. Additional activities, if necessary
Sunday, March 15, 2026 Levada do 25 Fontes, Levada do Alecrim, Risco Waterfall, Lagoa do Vento 1. 6:20 - 6:50: Breakfast 2. 6:50: Group activity 2. Nature time (Levada do 25 fontes ...)
3. Dinner 5. Group activity Difficulty Trail: 11.4 km Ascent: 480 m Descent: 480 m Minimum altitude: 1000 m Maximum altitude: 1320 m Monday, March 16, 2026
Sunrise at Pico do Arriero and tour to Pico Ruivo 1. 5:30: Departure to Pico do Arriero for sunrise 2. Nature time (Pico do Arriero to Pico Ruivo) 4. Dinner 5. Evening activities Difficulty Length: 11.2 km
Ascent: 1020 m Descent: 1030 m Minimum altitude: 1540 m Maximum altitude: 1830 m Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Visit many attractions such as Fanal Laurel Forest - Porto Moniz and much more....
1. 6:30: Morning activities 2. Fanal Laurel Forest 3. Porto Moniz (natural lava swimming pools) 4. Praia da Ribeira da Janela (beach with rock formations) 5. Seixal village (the best beach with rocks)
6. Véu da Noiva viewpoint (waterfall plunging into the water) 7. Miradouro Água d'Alto (viewpoint) 8. São Vicente (wonderful village with a church or chapel on the mountain)
9. Miradouro Lombo do Mouro (viewpoint) 10. Miradouro Bica da Cana (viewpoint) 11. Dinner 12. Evening circle We will not walk as much to recover from the strenuous tour the day before. Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Levada do Caldeirão Verde 1. 6:00 a.m. morning activities 3. time in nature (Levada do Caldeirão Verde) 4. dinner 5. evening activities Difficulty: Distance: 13.6 km Ascent: 100 m Descent: 100 m
Minimum altitude: 809 m Maximum altitude: 930 m Thursday, March 19, 2026 Pico Grande 1. 6:30 a.m. Morning activities 3. Nature time (Pico Grande) 5. Dinner 6. Evening circle Difficulty:
Distance 10 km Ascent: 696 m Descent: 707 m Minimum altitude: 1230 m Maximum altitude: 1656 m Friday, March 20, 2026 Ponta do Sol - Funchal
1. 7:30: Morning activities 2. Punta do Sol (nomad village) 3. Anjos Waterfall 4. Cabo Girão Skywalk 5. Christo Rei 6. Funchal 4. Dinner 5. Evening circle We will visit various sights and not walk as much to recover from the previous day.
Saturday, March 21, 2026 Ponta de São Lourenço 1. 7:00 a.m. Morning activities 2. Ponta de São Lourenço 3. Nonnental / Eira do Serrado viewpoint 4. Dinner 5. Evening circle Difficulty level:
Distance: 8 km Ascent: 300 m Descent: 300 m Minimum altitude: 20 m Maximum altitude: 90 m Sunday, March 22, 2026 Return to the airport