The Rooted & Wild Feminine Retreat – Patagonia, Argentina
Join Jess on an immersive exploration of Argentina and your authentic self amidst the breahtaking landscapes of Patagonia’s expansive wilderness.
Tuesday, March 18 – Monday, March 24, 2025
Why join our Patagonia retreat?
Expansive. Space holding. Wild. Free. Mountainous. Adventurous. Delicious. Fun.
All words that embody this journey of a lifetime. This isn’t just a yoga retreat, but an investment in knowing yourself better, being bold in following your adventurous side, getting out of your comfort zone in the best of ways, and letting some of the most expansive wilderness in the world hold space for you.
After the noise and bustle of the world, let some of the earth’s most pristine nature care for you, quiet your mind, & mend your body in this experiential trip of a lifetime.
This trip is for people who love trying new things, hiking, getting their feet on the ground & into the wild, and experience some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery.
Please note while we can acomodate vegetarian, other dietary preferences cannot be accommodated due to the remoteness of some of our locations and accessibility to items.
Please note that this retreat is open to women only, and will be 7-8 retreat goers total, plus Jess and our local guides. This smaller group sizes allows for a more in depth feel & space holding.
6 nights, 7 days together immersed in majestic wilderness
Experience the charm and deep exhales of getting away from it all in the heart of Patagonia. We’ll meet in Barriloche, where our car takes us to the nestled in hiking capital of Southern Argentina – El Bolson.
When people think of off the beaten path, stunning, wild Patagonia – this is in El Bolson.
From here we’ll meet our local guides, hosts and chefs – Jenny & Ale. They’ll be showing us the best hikes and sites this area of the world has to offer (things you can’t find on Google maps).
We’ll be eating the traditional Argentine way most nights, along with plent of local beer & wine after a day spent exploring. We’ll also try plenty of mate (Argentine tea of sorts) and have a traditional Argentine asado (barbeque) on Saturday night at a local organic farm!
We’ll explore incredibly diverse landscapes with crystal-clear glacial lakes and the snow-capped Andes all around.
We’ll practice deeply grounding yoga in mountain yurts, getting rid of the kinks & stress of life. We’ll visit local farms & rivers, explore the local villages, taste so much of what this beautiful area of the world has to offer.
Please note – we highly recommned coming a day early to spend a night in Buenos Aires or Bariloche first to settle & adjust. We’ll happily send over accomodation recommendations and optional itineraries if you’d like more time on either side of our retreat!
Itinerary
Day 1 – Tuesday, March 18
- 3pm departure from Barriloche to El Bolson (2h drive)
- welcome ceremony, restorative yoga
- welcome dinner, relax
Day 2 – Wednesday
- morning yoga
- day trip to Epuchen for epic hikes & picnics
Day 3 – Thursday
- morning Connect to Your Roots Yoga Workshop,
- optional midday cold plunge and hang along the famous Rio Azul
- afternoon fascial release & guided journey workshop
- time for exploring the town and dinner out in El Bolson
Day 4 – Friday
- short drive to el Cerro Piltriquitrón to hike El Refugio with a whole lot of view
- from here you can see the entire scope of the Andes all the way into Chile!
- or optional leisure day walking around town and visting and Lago Puelo, if you don’t want a longer hike or need a break
Day 5 – Saturday
- morning relax & release yoga
- afternoon free time
- followed by a visit to a local organic farm run by Cycles of the Moon, with a full traditional gaucho barbeque at the farm & celebrating ourselves!
Day 6 – Sunday
- late morning yoga & meditation
- head to El Paraiso for walking, lounging, eating along the famous Rio Azul
- evening closing ceremony
Day 7 – Monday
- morning meditation followed by our departure back to Barriloche (2h drive)
- spend another night here on your own, or head straight back to Buenos Aires (for more time or a departure flight)
If you get in later, no stress, it’s an easy taxi ride to get to El Bolson!
We’ll happily give you full itineraries of Buenos Aires and Bariloche, if you’d like to spend more time in either place (we highly recommending landing 1-2 days before retreat start to settle in) as well as how to get to where we’re meeting and info for booking any extra flights.
Typically it’s easiest to land in Buenos Aires, then transfer to the smaller, local airport for your flight to Bariloche (2h flight).
If you’d like Jess to handle booking all the logistics of booking extra time for you in the country, that is an add on optinon well!
El Santuario Patagonia – The Sanctuary – our retreat home
Located in El Bolson, the heart of Patagonia’s rustic wilderness.
We are located on a quiet property that sits right on a natural preserve so you’re walking distance from the town center but feel like you’re immersed in nature.
Our tiny homes come equipped with everything you need to feel comfortable while in El Bolson (rooms are shared or upgrade to private).
Dogs, bikes, decks, and your own personal patch of woods in the Andes Mountains, Santuario Patagonia is the perfect base to rest, reset, and relax.
There are 5 tiny homes on the property, each with their own bathroom and kitchen. 3 of these are with one bed. 2 of the homes of are for sharing, with 2 beds each and ample space between the beds for a private feel.
Click on the photos to see them in detail.
Activities
Daily Yoga & Meditation
Enjoy yoga with Jess to unwind, destress, reboot. From restorative to hip opening, to breathwork and guide journeying, our practices will help you drop in and ease any travel & hiking kinks!
Argentinian asado
Asado is at the heart of Argentine culture. Cooking over the fire gives food a delicious and primal feel and is a way of life in this part of the world. On our retreat we will be enjoying world class Argentinian beef and local trout, and of course empanadas!
World’s best hikes
We will experience some of the best Patagonia has to offer. From scenic overlooks to its hidden gems, you can guarantee the views will take your breath away.
Make your own maté
Maté is at the fabric of Argentina’s core. Drinking yerba mate (a naturally caffeinated tea of sorts) is tradition, often shared by friends. We’ll get you your own maté, and teach how to use the traditional Argentine way!
Connect to Your Roots & Fascial Release Workshops
We’ll dive deep into our values, what makes us feel grounded, and how to bring that back home with us and into our daily lives. We’ll also practice deep fascial release, to repattern our bringing the sense of spaciousness in our system with us wherever we go. And in between there will be an optional river cold plunge!
Local beer & wine
Argentina is famous for its tasty beverages and local beer & wine. We’ll be sampling many of Argentina’s delicious local wines, from Malbec to Torrontes. They pair beautifully with our daily charcuterie before dinner & asados!
Hike to El Refugio
Our longest hike – after a short drive from El Santuario up to el Cerro Piltriquitrón, we’ll to do a beautiful hike with a whole lot of views…from here you can see the entire scope of the Andes all the way into Chile!
A visit to an organic farm and traditional Argentine asado
Get to know the local permaculture and be immeresed in local food. Our visit to a local organic farm will be a highlight, exploring & deeply connecting the lands, learning how they run the farm by the cycles of the moon. And ending our time there with a full blown Argentine barbeque (asado), everything cooked over the fire. A cultural and social experience not to be missed!
What’s Included
- All accommodations during our retreat (6 nights, 7 days)
- 3 meals a day & snacks from retreat beginning to end: Tuesday, (3/18) dinner – Monday (3/24) breakfast
- Beer & wine with most dinners
- All activities – yoga, tours, adventures, entrance fees to parks, etc.
- All transportation once our retreat starts, transportation to & from Bariloche (if you come later or leave earlier, you will need to arrange a separate taxi to get to or from the retreat center ~$50USD)
- Matero (gourd to drink mate, traditional Argentine tea, out of)
- Retreat specific goodie bag with must haves and local extras!
- Journaling prompts to stay grounded & make the most of it
- Pre trip group gathering (virtual or in person) to prepare
- Post trip group Integration & Reflection Call
- Suggestions for travel logisitics and optional itineraries for extended time
What’s NOT Included
- Airfare to and from Buenos Aires
- Airfare to and from Bariloche (typically best to transfer in Buenos Aires to the smaller, local airport for this flight – we will guide you on booking this flight a few weeks out from our trip, typically costing ~$300)
- Shopping
- Extra Nights Accomodations & Transportation & meals
- Any extra tips you’d like to leave
- Suggested: we strongly encourage travel insurance (ranging from ~$110-$250 to cover this type of trip); as well as adding an international plan to your phone carrier (Verizon is $10/day and easy)
Please note. If all spaces do not fill, the trip has the potential for cancellation in which case you will receive a full refund 2 months before departure. Please wait to book your airfare or purchase completely refundable airfare if booked before the 2-month cut-off.
How to Sign up for the Retreat
Deposit: $2,000
Total Cost: $4,500
Each person will have their own bed.
We have 3 2 Private room upgrades available: $600/person
If you are wanting a private accomodation, please inquire ahead of time that there is still availability, or if you’re traveling with a friend & want to share a bed, reach out for alternative pricing.
If you want Jess to book your additional accommodations & travel in Buenos Aires or Bariloche, so you don’t have to worry about a thing, that is an add on option. Reach out for pricing.
Reserve your spot by paying the $2000 deposit, due upon booking. Deposits are used to secure the facilities. Purchase travel insurance, as deposits are non-refundable.
Jess will be in touch with information for you to book your flights, provide itineraries for extended time before or after the trip, as well as scheduling pre trip calls, & preparation details.
The remaining amount will be charged 2 months prior to departure. Don’t worry, we’ll send you a reminder! We’ll let you know when it’s time to book your Bariloche flight too!
FAQs
What do I need to know about Argentina?
Weather in Buenos Aires: You can expect the days to be in the high 70’s to low 60’s at night. In Patagonia, expect mid-low 60’s in the day, and into the 40’s at night. Remember that this will be their end of summer, beginning of Fall, a truly perfect time to visit as it’s before rainy season, still beautiful, and with way fewer people than at its peak seasons. The currency is the Argentine peso. You’ll need an adaptor for your electrical devices.
What about the food?
While there will be a vegetarian option at every meal, this is not the retreat for you if you have many food allergies. The towns we’re visiting are too remote and it’s too difficult to ensure we can meet those needs. Argentina is known for its cooking over the fire, which we will experience many times. It is a truly delightful and social way of eating. We will also be trying local beer and wine (optional, of course) as well as their famous chocolate, pastries, and maté!
Is this adventure or luxury?
A little bit of both. We will enjoy private, comfortable, nice and secure sleeping accomodations to ground and relax. But it’s important to remember that we will be going into some more remote places to truly experience authentic Patagonia. Be prepared for breahtaking but winding drives and overall things working differently than in the states. Please let Jess know if you tend to experience motion sickness. We’ve created lots of buffer time for any delays. And have chosen top acomodations to make our stay as safe, enjoyable and enticing as possible.
What’s not included?
Airfare & pre or post retreat accomodations, meals and travel, including getting to Bariloche. Also, shopping and tips! Supporting the local communities in the places we visit is one of our top priorities. A great way to do this in addition to the places we stay and the locals we hire for you is to do some shopping and consider leaving a tip!
What is your cancellation policy?
Please be sure to read our retreat Terms & Conditions page. It is your responsibility to read and understand our cancellation policy before making a reservation.
How strenuous are the hikes?
The hikes will vary, but overall it’s best to be able to talk a few miles and be comfortable with some altitude gain. We will be mostly starting at sea level, so altitude is not a problem the way it is many other places in the Andes. If you’d like to opt out of the couple more strenuous hikes, we can accomodate that and take you on goregous river strolls, etc.
Is this retreat open to men & women?
No. For now we are keeping our retreats for women, as it creates a space for openness, cohesiveness and comraderie that can’t be beat! We have ideas for future couples retreats, but for now, plan on women only.
Is it safe?
We think so. There’s a lot of misinformation regarding some of the places in Latin America. We’ve always done it by listening to the locals. Jess lived in Argentina for 2 years and traveled tere extensively as a solo female. We stick to the places that are safe for visitors and follow the local guidelines for staying safe, as needed (it’s really only a problem in certain parts of Buenos Aires, that we won’t be near). We love to change people’s perspectives about what they think a place is like from the news, versus what it’s actually like when there. If you have more questions, feel free to reach out!
Are rooms shared?
There is availabilty for 3 private rooms ($600 additional fee). The other 2 homes are shared, 2 people each, but with separate beds and ample room between them for a private feel. Each tiny home has its own bathroom and kitchen. If you are traveling with a friend and want to share a bed, there is a discounted price available – please inquire.
Why this over any other retreat or planned vacation?
Our goal is for you to know what’s happening, and feel excited by the itinerary, but know that you can show up in Bariloche and once the retreat begins, not have to worry about a single logistic! You get Spanish speaking guides (Jess & our locals!) who can help you get immersed into the people and places in ways that your average visitor would miss, and really integrate and deepen the experience through yoga, rituals, and ceremonies. We’re supporting you the whole way, including pre-trip and post-trip guidance for integration and preparation.
Why Latin America?
I’ve lived and traveled all over the world and Latin America truly has my heart. I find that so much of this part of the world is really misrepresented and it’s a mission of mine to show what these people and cultures are actually like – nothing short of magic. I’ve found these cultures to be immersed in spirituality and the natural world in ways that we tend to lack in our modern society. They bring me back home and provide the richest experiences life has to offer through their rituals and ways of being. Being fluent in Spanish and having connections in each of the locations is also a way to go way beyond surface exploration and get straight to the heart of connection that can be experienced when willing to go a little beyond our comfort zone and find something on the other side that is as empowering and enriching as it gets.
More Questions?
Book a free 15 minute call with Jess, your retreat guide, to answer all your questions and see if this retreat could be a good fit for you!
Jess is a yogi, energy healer, doula, Ayurvedic Women’s Health Specialist, and world traveller. She has run an adventure tourism agency in northern Argentina and is also fluent in Spanish and has been a bilingual tour guide in South America. She studied with the Mayan midwives on Lake Atitlan in Guatemala and is passionate about supporting women on the deepest levels of nourishment & care.
Jess fell in love with doing yoga in Latin American countries, finding it to be way less focused on the physical and appearance, and instead entrenched in spirituality, ceremony, ritual, community, nature and connection.
Learn more about Jess here.