SLOW LIVING
A WEEK LONG JOURNEY
GOZO ISLAND
RHYTHM OF
NATURE
Slow Living is a concept where we are connected to the natural rhythm of our own body, aligned with the pace of nature herself.
To take a pause from the external world, and to be present with stillness.
Stillness does not necessarily mean sitting still, it is a stillness found within, where we begin to listen to the inner humming of our own truth. A space where we learn to connect to our body and learn how to feel.
We live our lives very much in the mind, creating anxiety, stress, overwhelm, confusion and disconnection. Slow Living takes us out of the mind and into the body where we can make space to feel, express and transform all that has been stagnant and stuck, accessing our most authentic Self.
The Slow Living Retreat is a week-long immersion available all year round.
THE
EXPERIENCE
Three Private Therapies
Daily Workshops & Community Time
Unique Island Experience
Embodiment Practices
Mediterranean Living
Sacred Ceremonies & Rituals
Nature Connection
Plant-Based Nutritious Meals
SAMUDRA
PACKAGE
6 nights private accommodation in one of our 400-year-old farmhouses each with their own private pools just a 15 min walk away from the beach
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Daily nutritious plant-based meals, snacks and drinks prepared with love by our in-house chef + unlimited tea, coffee and water
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Three personal private therapies including massage treatment, reiki healing and a tarot reading
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A diverse programme filled with workshops, ceremonies, transformational therapies, community circles, embodiment practices and time to explore the island - prepared accordingly to the time of the year (seasonal)
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Teachings and practices include sound healing, dance, yoga, chi-gong, breath-work, meditation, philosophy talks, ceremonies & rituals, sharing circles, shadow work, self-enquiry and journaling
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Nature trail and coastline walks during the winter and spring months and swimming excursions around the island in the summer and autumn months
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Access to our Samudra Shala - 4,000-year-old underground healing cave, library, relaxing area and rooftop
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Your own Samudra Eco Journal
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A safe and peaceful environment with our host and practitioners available throughout the retreat for 1:1 support and guidance
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Free pick up from the Gozo harbour and assistance in booking your transport to and from the airport
Personal Therapies We Offer On Retreat
Hands on bodywork releases accumulated stress, tension, rebalances the nervous system and releases deeply held emotions that have been stored within the body. Our massage therapists combine their wisdom and experience in both eastern and western massage modalities including Thai Massage, Swedish Deep Tissue, Lomi-Lomi Hawaiian and Mayan Ceremonial Bodywork. You will receive a 90 minute personally tailored massage treatment to bring your body back into balance.
Massage | Body Work
Reiki is another word for universal life force energy, prana or chi. Originating from Japan, this healing technique transmits universal life force energy to your energy body, returning your main energy centres to balance. In this meditative experience you will be guided back towards your most authentic Self as Reiki invites you to connect with your inherent intuitive wisdom. You will receive a 60 minute Reiki treatment to relax, soothe and give you a powerful energetic cleanse.
Reiki | Energy Work
The answers we seek for our healing are not found in the logical part of our minds as here we try to fix problems and use linear thinking. What we are searching for is held within the deeper layers of our mind, where knowledge is intuitively understood and felt. Tarot is an ancient divination tool that mirrors back to you the depths of your subconscious mind connecting you to your true potential beyond the illusions of this 3D realm. You will receive a 60 minute in depth Tarot Reading to guide you on your path to connecting with your truth.
Tarot | Subconscious Mind Work
ISLAND
LIFESTYLE
You will stay in one of our 400-year-old authentic mediterranean farmhouses that sit on a corner of the village of Qala, surrounded by nature, looking onto breathtaking views of the sea and Comino island.
Each house has their own private swimming pool and terrace, kitchen and dining area. The rooms have been mindfully curated to give you the experience of luxury living combined with a rustic farmhouse feel.
As this is a Slow Living Retreat you will be sharing a house with no more than four people, giving you plenty of quiet time in between the community schedule.
With our Early Bird discount, prices range from just €1,245 for a shared, twin room to €1,845 for a deluxe, private room with a sea view terrace.
FARMHOUSE
ROOMS
Deluxe Private Double
En-Suite / Double Bed / Private Sea Facing Terrace
€1,845 - €1,945
Standard Private Double
En-Suite / Double Bed / Country or Pool Facing Terrace
€1,745 - €1,845
Shared Twin
En-Suite or Shared Bathroom Next Door / Twin Single Beds or Twin Double Beds
€1,195 - €1,345
Words from our previous guests.
Booking
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We ask for a 25% deposit to secure your booking. This can be paid by either credit card or bank transfer.
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The balance of the retreat fee can be paid by credit card or bank transfer in advance to reach us at least 5 days prior to the retreat start date, or it can be paid on arrival by Visa, Visa Electron, Mastercard, Maestro, Amex, VPay, UnionPay, JCB, Bankconnect, iIdeal, icard, or Apple, Google and Samsung Pay.
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* 100% deposit refund for cancellation 60+ days before retreat start date.
* 50% deposit refund for cancellation 30-59 days before retreat start date.
* 0% deposit refund for cancellation 0-29 days before retreat start date.
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If you have paid the fee balance by bank transfer in advance of the retreat start date:
* 100% balance refund for cancellation 60+ days before retreat start date.
* 75% balance refund for cancellation 30-59 days before retreat start date.
* 25% balance refund for cancellation 0-29 days before retreat start date.
FAQ
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None! Majority of our guests are beginners and are looking for a first step into holistic healing and spirituality. Whilst we also have had many experienced guests visit our retreat. The retreat is open to absolutely everyone and anyone, no matter where you are on your path. Holistic practices meet you where you are and therefore you can gain a lot no matter your experience.
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Whilst we do welcome many guests with anxiety, depression and recovering illnesses we are not a retreat that claims to heal any illnesses or injuries. We are very welcoming to all guests wishing to take a step in their healing process. We take a holistic approach towards healing and our trained team will assist your recovery. However, if you are seeking to heal a specific concern please contact a doctor/healthcare advisor.
If you are recovering from a physical injury our trained yoga teachers will adjust and adapt the sessions to suit your needs.
If your injury is recent we do not recommend this retreat, please take your healing time as advised by your doctor/medical care professional before joining the retreat.
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All our meals are gluten free and vegetarian/vegan. If you have a serious allergy that requires medical attention we will alter the meals to suit your needs.
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Yes! Of course. Majority of our guests are solo travellers. Everyone meets at the retreat and great friendships are formed :-)
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Yes 100% it is very very safe here. We have no crime in Gozo. It is a very small island and everyone knows everyone. You can walk alone at night, leave your front door with a key in and travel around the island alone.
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Yes. Couples can book a private double room to share, both paying the full amount with a 10% discount. Two friends can share a twin room. For more than two you will need to book multiple rooms.
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No. We only allow booking for the entire retreat. This is because the retreat is an immersive journey and designed to take you through a process. We don’t allow any drop ins or shorter stays. However if your flight arrives late we do welcome late comers on the first evening if it is not possible to fly in at another time.
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There is coffee available on the retreat and vegan plant based milk. Whilst we do serve vegan and vegetarian diet we are not against if you wish you go and buy cow milk for your coffee. You are also welcome to eat out if you wish to eat meat products.
We do have a strict policy of no alcohol or drugs on site, however you may go to the local village after sessions in the evenings for a glass of wine or a beer. We do not permit joining any sessions intoxicated.
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No we are strictly do not have any hallucinogenic plant medicines such as mushrooms and Ayahuasca on this retreat. The only plant medicine we have during some ceremonies is cacao which is non hallucinogenic/mind altering medicine. It is pure medicinal cacao from Peru.
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The local beach Hondoq is a 12 minute walk from Samudra Farmhouses. Our farmhouses sit on the corner of Qala village, the last houses before the road to the beach!
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The local village shop has basic products and there is also a local village pharmacy. We recommend bringing with you all of your necessities as these shops are very basic. The main shopping centres and supermarkets are in the centre of the island which is a drive away and can be inconvenient when you are immersed in the full programme. However if there is an emergency and you do need something one of our team will go and pick it up for you.
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Yes there is a Gozo Hospital. Incase of an emergency we will organise medical attention.
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You fly into Malta International Airport. Malta is the main island and Gozo is a 20 minute ferry across.
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Yes. We can organise a private transfer directly from the airport to the retreat centre or from the airport to the ferry terminal. We pick you up from the ferry terminal free of charge.
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Yes! We provide an online gift card if you would like to purchase this retreat for someone else. Please contact us directly love@samudraretreatsgozo.com to enquire.