Nature Reserve Yoga Retreat Center
HIKING AND YOGA RETREAT IN SPAIN
Immerse in the peace of nature in Andalusia's Parque Natural.
The 2026 date
22 – 27 June 2026
Veggie organic
meals
Different teachers :
Genine & April
Multiple classes
per day
Transportation and
activities included
“Immerse in the peace of nature, comfort and yoga in the mountains of Southern Spain.”
Take the gift of relaxation on our nature and hiking yoga retreat. Where the Parque Natural of the Sierra de Grazalema rises from quiet rural byways like an apparition and the natural world takes over, find yourself enticed into wellbeing. Where great buttresses of rock silhouetted against the clouds soar above a forested landscape tinged with green, feel the vitality of this area even when the rest of Andalucía turns yellow under the Spanish sun. Deemed a Unesco Biosphere reserve since 1977 this land is one of the best places to hike in Southern Spain.
The Sierra de Grazalema and whitewashed villages serve as the gateways to our Yoga Retreat Center which hosts some of Spain's prettiest mountain scenery. Our retreat center is settle in this picturesque land of diverse terrain with its narrow passes connecting the villages over high mountain ridges.
Being between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, this dynamic area is home to unique plants and animals and has a slightly tropical microclimate. On the same day there can be warm sunshine, clouds or rain and directly a return to warm sunshine. From fascinating historical stories of the surrounding whitewashed villages to Neolithic tombs, a visitor to this province can do yoga in the morning, explore serene hiking trails, cool off in one of the five outdoor swimming pools with views of the Sierra, taste local foods and finally sleep with the silence of the mountain.
The accommodations are rooms in villas with views of the mountain, air conditioners and heaters and there is wifi inside the buildings.
If you're looking for a mountain and yoga vacation, this is the place for you!
The experience
INCLUDED
- 5 nights at the beautiful Nature Reserve retreat center
- Multiple classes per day: For all levels and ages
- Workshops
- 3 delicious healthy vegetarian meals per day (food intolerances & allergies honored)
- 24h snack table & tea station
- Five swimming pools at the yoga retreat center
- Guided hiking tour to learn about the land and surroundings
- Night out and guided visit to the unique city of Ronda, including dinner at a local restaurant (valued at approximately 40 €)
- Pre-set group transport on arrival/departure day from Ronda train station (Optional Málaga shuttle: +25€ per way / per person)
- Yoga retreat center in the Nature Reserve
Hour by hour
PROGRAM
Arrival day pick up 15:30 at Ronda train station
Departure day 11:00 transport to Ronda train station
7:45- 8:45
Yoga class.-
9:00- 10:00
Slow Yoga or Meditation. -
10:00-11:00
Brunch. -
11:00-17:30
Free Time / Tour / Workshop. -
14:00-15:00
Lunch. -
17:30-19:00
Yoga Class or Workshop. -
19:00-20:00
Dinner.
* The schedule is flexible. It will adapt to needs of each group or as necessary.
April Meredith
Genine Hallett
MEET YOUR TEACHERS
APRIL MEREDITH
I am a Registered Mental Health Nurse, counsellor, and mum of four, with a lifelong passion for health, fitness, and wellbeing. My own journey has taken me through some of life’s hardest challenges and into a space of recovery, growth, and discovery. I’ve learned what it means to weather the storms, to dance in the rain, and to embrace both the highs and lows as part of becoming who we truly are.
This retreat is especially meaningful to me because of my connection with Genine. Her love and gift for holding space through yoga – especially the soulful expression of Inside Flow – has inspired me deeply. Together, we wanted to create something more than just a yoga retreat: a retreat with a twist. While Genine guides through movement and flow, I bring my own journey and therapeutic background to support the stories and emotions that rise when we pause, reflect, and reconnect with ourselves.
For me, retreats are about more than taking time out – they’re about stepping into ourselves, into our truth, and into the possibility of who we can become. My role is to hold space for that process, to walk alongside you, and to help empower the strength and light within you.
I can’t wait to welcome you and share this journey together.
With love,
April x
GENINE HALLETT
I’ve been practicing yoga for almost 30 years and teaching for the past 4. What first drew me in was the beauty of the movement, the flow, the artistry of the poses. Over time, that love has deepened into something more – a sense of wholeness and oneness I feel every time I step onto the mat, whether teaching or practicing. Last year, discovering Inside Flow felt like coming home: the perfect blend of two of my passions – yoga and music – woven together through expressive movement. With dance always being my happy place, it felt like pure alignment.
Seven years ago, I met April and immediately recognised a kindred spirit. Our Gemini twin-ness, our fiery but loving natures, and our shared determination to pursue personal growth – even in a world where juggling life’s pressures makes this so challenging – quickly bonded us.
Attending a retreat at this beautiful location side by side in 2025 brought us even closer and confirmed how aligned we are in our belief that stepping away from the every day hamster wheel is not just a luxury – it’s a necessity.
This retreat is our offering to you: a space to pause, to move, to breathe, and to reconnect with the essence of who you are. Together, we’ll guide you through Yoga, Inside Flow, Meditation, and Breathwork, alongside moments of Mindfulness and Therapeutic reflection. My hope is that you leave not just rested, but inspired – with a renewed sense of being wholly, unapologetically you.
We can’t wait to welcome you on this journey.
With love,
Gen x
THE NATURE
The villas, gardens, walking paths, and swimming pools that make up the Nature Reserve yoga retreat center are nestled under an escarpment and have a panoramic view of the Sierra Grazalema mountains. Fresh clean mountain air fills a visitor's lungs with every breath. The Andalusian sunlight illuminates the natural landscape and olive trees that dot the mountain side. One can hear the soft chirping of birds and the occasional bleat of goats and sheep that roam the lands outside of retreat center. Just being in this place of stillness brings a sense of peace and wellbeing like no other.
The hiking tour takes yoga retreat participants on paths around the mountain, up to the breath-taking view of the whitewashed villages and/or to the Giant Dolmen. From the Neolithic period, the magic of the Giant Dolmen takes us back in time and reminds us of the everlasting health of a land where people have resided for thousands of years.
You will need to walk the mountain paths to get around between your villa, the yoga shala, the main house and the swimming pools.
WHITEWASHED VILLAGES
The Whitewashed villages of the Serranía de Cadiz sparkle under the sunlight of the lengthy days. Brimming with history and stories of when the Arabs built the villages and inhabited the area up until around the 8th century, each one has its own feel.
Explore the architecturally fascinating city of Ronda with its stunning cliffside location and deep canyons. Visit the Puente Nuevo, gazing over the precipice’s edge. Known to be the birthplace of bullfighting in Spain, visit Ronda's bullring museum and learn about the history. Explore the winding streets walking down through the impressive gorge to visit the ruins of the Arab baths from Moorish life during the 13th to the 16th century in Spain. Taste local products like the award-winning Payoyo goat cheese, wine, and jamón.
LOCATION & TRAVEL
The Nature Reserve Retreat Center is nestled in the heart of a stunning Natural Park in Andalusia, surrounded by rolling hills, olive groves, and whitewashed villages. While it’s not directly reachable by public transportation, it is conveniently located within a 1.5-hour drive from Málaga (AGP) and Sevilla (SVQ) airports, as well as 30 minutes from the Ronda train station.
Arrival – Monday, June 22nd, 2026
We recommend landing at Málaga Airport (AGP) in the morning.
Group transportation is included from Ronda train station to the retreat center. If you prefer to join directly from Málaga Airport, we can arrange a shuttle for 25€ per person/way, which is practically the same cost as taking public transportation to Ronda and joining the group shuttle from there.
Departure – Saturday, June 27th, 2026
Please plan your return flight after 4:00 p.m., allowing ample time for the return transfer and a relaxed departure.
Travel flexibility
You’re welcome to choose any airline or route that works for you — just keep the shuttle times in mind to join easily. Many participants choose to arrive early or stay a day longer in Málaga to ease into travel and explore the city. If that’s your plan, you can book your own hotel and meet us at the shuttle meeting point on June 22nd.
If you’d prefer to organize your own transport, we’re happy to help coordinate.
The 2026 date
22 - 27 June 2026
All the space!
SUITE
+ 150€
Large/spacious room, your own private tower and closet room, Moorish Bathtub and landscape views.
Private villa, double bed with private swimming pool and big garden.
