Mental Detox Retreat

Clear space, find your footing

Portugal Charneca de Caparica donation

A small group, a garden with fruit trees and a beach just minutes away give Mental Detox Retreat a distinctly personal feel. In Charneca de Caparica, south of Lisbon, the program combines individual hypnotherapy with group sessions in NLP and hypnotherapy, Reiki, daily meditation, Pilates and workshops. Places are limited to six, allowing room for individual attention alongside shared practice. Between sessions, guests share a private flat with a terrace and pool, or head to the nearby natural beach. Three vegetarian meals are served on each full retreat day, with free Wi-Fi, a kitchen, coffee and tea, towels and free parking among the listed amenities. The approach brings together several wellbeing methods rather than following a named meditation tradition, so newcomers can expect a varied program. The retreat runs by donation; ask the host about the suggested contribution, dates and program details before making plans.

Highlights

Small groups capped at six, with individual hypnotherapy sessions
A mixed program of NLP, hypnotherapy, Reiki, meditation and Pilates
Private terrace, pool and fruit trees in the garden
Three vegetarian meals on each full retreat day

Good for

beginnerssmall-group retreatsmeditation newcomerswellbeing seekersvegetariansbeach lovers

Setting

Set in a quiet neighborhood in Charneca de Caparica, the retreat has a large garden, fruit trees, a pool and dedicated therapy rooms. A natural beach is about seven minutes away, while Lisbon is around 20 minutes by car.

The practice

The retreat does not follow a named meditation tradition. Instead, daily meditation sits alongside Pilates, Reiki, workshops and individual or group sessions in hypnotherapy and NLP. These approaches vary in style, from quiet attention practice to guided therapeutic exercises. Newcomers can expect a mixed program rather than a single formal method; ask the host about the specific practices planned for your dates.

A typical day

Daily meditation is part of the program, alongside Pilates, workshops and individual or group therapy sessions. Three vegetarian meals are served on each full day, with time to unwind in the garden, by the pool or at the nearby beach. The exact order and timing vary by retreat, so confirm the daily rhythm with the host.

Accommodation

Guests share a private flat with a terrace and access to the garden and pool. Towels, free Wi-Fi, a kitchen and coffee and tea are listed among the amenities.

What to bring

Pack comfortable clothes for meditation and Pilates, and layers for time outdoors. The annual average temperature is 17.6°C; summer months are warm and relatively dry, while March, November and January tend to be wetter.

Address Charneca de Caparica, 2820, Portugal

How to get there

The center is in Charneca de Caparica, about 20 minutes from Lisbon by car. The host's directions for Lisbon Airport recommend a taxi or Uber; travel time can vary with traffic.

Nearest airport: Cascais Airport (CAT) (17 km)

Cascais Airport (CAT) is approximately 17 km from the center. Ask the host about the best onward transport for your arrival.

Nearest city: Cascais

Languages

English

Pricing

The retreat runs by donation, with no fixed fee listed. Ask the host about the suggested contribution and what it covers.

Climate

Climate Zone: Temperate

Best Months: Aug, Jul, Jun

Avoid: Mar, Nov, Jan

Charneca de Caparica averages 17.6°C across the year. June through August are the warmest and driest months, while December through March are cooler and March, November and January tend to be wetter.

Location

Frequently asked questions

What activities are included during a retreat day?

The program includes daily meditation, Pilates, workshops, Reiki and individual or group sessions in hypnotherapy and NLP. Ask the host about the schedule for your dates.

Can beginners join the sessions?

The program includes several kinds of practice rather than requiring experience in one meditation tradition. Ask the host whether a particular retreat is suited to your needs.

How do I reserve a place, and how long are the retreats?

Places are limited to six. Contact the center directly to ask about upcoming dates, retreat length and how to reserve.

Are meals included, and can the kitchen accommodate dietary needs?

Three vegetarian meals are served on each full retreat day. Ask the host about other dietary requirements.

What should I bring for meditation and Pilates?

Bring comfortable clothes for sitting and movement, plus layers for cooler or rainy days. Ask the host whether you need to bring any specific equipment.