Sitting on the foothills of the scenic Fogo Volcano on São Miguel island, Quinta Minuvida Lodge + Learning Center, located in a traditional country villa, is the perfect space for your retreat amidst an acre of exotic fruit orchards. The sustainability focused lodge is 20 minutes from the airport and capital Ponta Delgada, but a world apart, transporting you to a bucolic lifestyle of early bedtimes and wild canaries announcing a new day.

2025 RETREAT BROCHURE
Eight to 10-person retreats held from October through April

OUR VALUES

We are a mission-driven business and retreats are a special way to collaborate with other mindful leaders and collectively raise the vibration of our planet.

​Since we aim to co-create a special retreat experiences, our retreats are application-only and selection interviews are required. Have a look at our retreat center website, social media, and Trip Advisor Reviews if you haven’t already to make sure our goals align.

FULL SERVICE RETREATS

You'll get full support from the Yoga Azores team organizing your retreat and exclusive use of Quinta Minuvida. ​We handle schedule and trip logistics so you can focus on holding space for your group and teaching.

Our 5-night retreats include most meals and outdoors experiences led by our in-house experts. We can assist in arranging transfers and scheduling experiences such as massages, whale watching, horseback riding, etc. 

THE MINUVIDA LODGE + RETREAT CENTER

Quinta Minuvida is a sustainability focused, intentional space ideal for small, intimate groups of eight to 10 people in single and shared rooms. Lodge features five thoughtful suites, pool, living room with fireplace, firepit, observatory, organic garden and orchards. Center includes fully equipped yoga studio. 

QUINTA MINUVIDA YOGA SPACES 

Quinta Minuvida offers a multitude of spaces for yoga practice.
​Click on each image for more information.

WHAT'S ON THE MENU

Retreat meals are buffet style and can be vegetarian, pescatarian or conventional. All meals made from scratch using local, fresh ingredients. Gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan dinner options available. However, we prepare meals for groups using fresh versus processed ingredients and may not be able to meet very specific diets. Farewell dinner includes five-course tasting menu with table service and wine. Please find some examples on instagram at #minuvidadinner.​
  • SOUP COURSE Caldo verde kale soup (collard greens, potatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt and black pepper to taste)
  • SALAD COURSE Lettuce greens, shaved carrots and beets, fresh cheese, seeds and fresh made dressing
  • MAIN COURSE Grilled whole fish with local seasonings, roasted potatoes, sauteed green veggies.
    ​VEGGIE OPTION Local baked beans with local seasonings with rice and sauteed green veggies.
  • DESSERT Tangerine pudding with guava jam and dark chocolate. 
WHAT WE DO
  • Handle full retreat program + logistics
  • Handle program meals + transport
  • Provide dedicated retreat coordinator
  • Provide full on the ground support
  • Assist with marketing and promotion 
  • Assist with retreat customization
  • List retreat on our websites
WHAT YOU DO
  • Set the theme, intentions for your retreat
  • Determine your selling price and accept and manage payment from participants
  • Market and sell the retreat – we’ll provide you a marketing kit upon booking
  • Teach, lead and guide your classes
  • Set a good example during the retreat as a leader and guide for your group

    APPLY TO ORGANIZE YOUR RETREAT

    We will place your application on a waiting list for review. It may take several weeks or more for us to review and respond. Due to the volume of applications we not respond to those that are not a fit for Minuvida. While we love to show Quinta Minuvida, we have limited availability. Please contact us before attempting to visit while visiting the island.​
    MINUVIDA AZORES prepares or caters meals for the group and thus cannot accommodate highly specific or restrictive diets. Vegetarian, vegan, dairy free and gluten free options are generally available, but may not match exactly other offerings. We focus on local and in-season high energy foods. If a group participant has a highly restricted or individual diet we may not be able to accommodate them and reserve the right to decline their participation.
    Before clicking submit, let us restate that we are an intentional and sacred space. We are also a drug-free facility and do not allow alcohol abuse and as such do not sell alcohol on site nor do we allow outside alcohol or mind-altering substances to be brought in from outside. We may mutually agree to offer homemade liqueurs and local wines on the last night of the retreat.
"I had the joy of staying at Quinta Minuvida through a yoga retreat. I will be eternally grateful for the experience I had here. The owners cultivate a place of connection, mindfulness and happiness. I can’t say enough great things about their staff for their kindness. I felt at home here. I am convinced there is magic here."

​- Annie on Trip Advisor