Return To The Wild- A Magical Mountain Adventure - 6 Days / 6 Nights of Wellness, Psilocybin and Adventure.
Return To The Wild- A Magical Mountain Adventure - 6 Days / 6 Nights of Wellness, Psilocybin and Adventure.
alpujarra Sierra Nevada, Spain
Up to 12 in group
September 16 - 22, 2025
A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost
Retreat Highlights
- Nurturing Small Group Setting: Join a group of 4-12 participants, fostering meaningful connections, trust, and a sense of belonging.
- Sacred Psilocybin Ceremony: Experience a guided psilocybin mushroom ceremony to explore your inner self, access profound consciousness, and encourage emotional release, spiritual insight, and creativity.
- Innovative Holistic Treatment Plans: Daily 1.5-hour personalised sessions combining Osteopathy, Shiatsu, and Energy Work to ease tension, release energy blocks, alleviate pain, and awaken your innate healing abilities.
- Holistic Wellness Practices: Start each day with yoga, conscious breathing and meditation to calm your mind, strengthen your body, and leave you feeling balanced and grounded.
- The Wild Experience: The morning after the ceremony ( day 4 ) we’ll hike into the mountains and set up camp together, learning how to create shelter, start a fire and pick up essential forest skills. As night falls, gather around the fire for food and the kind of stories that only come out under a sky full of stars.
- Immersion in Nature’s Power: At 1,500m high in the Alpujarra mountains, you’ll deepen your connection to the land through foraging, mountain walks and sacred rituals. As you move through this untamed landscape, experience Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese art of Forest Bathing, absorbing the sights, sounds and scents of nature. Pure mountain waters flow through ancient irrigation channels, leading to waterfalls where you can cleanse and recharge.
- The People of the Mountain: Meet the unique individuals who call this place home. Some will be part of your journey, sharing their skills, stories and way of life as they help guide you through the experience.
- Delicious Cleansing Meals: Enjoy organic, locally sourced, gluten-free, and sugar-free meals that detoxify and nourish your body.
- Hydration Protocol: Sip herbal infusions designed to cleanse, revitalise, and support your body’s natural healing throughout the retreat.
- Digital Detox: Reconnect with yourself through journaling, self-reflection, and sharing circles, free from digital distractions.
- Post-Retreat Support: Receive two pre-retreat calls for preparation and ongoing integration support through individual and group calls after the retreat.
- please see our retreat listing for more individual highlights
About this Retreat
As the founder of The Conscious Evolution Retreat, Claire is an insightful and empowering Personal Growth Mentor, a trauma informed Yoga Teacher, Conscious Breathing and Meditation Guide. She leads clients through evolutionary experiences, combining holistic wellness practices with personal development, specialising in psilocybin therapies and facilitation. With a background as a professional horse rider and 14 years of running her own successful business, Claire brings a unique perspective on resilience, personal evolution, and the power of inner growth. Her mission is to help others relax, release, restore balance to their nervous system, and reconnect with themselves in the natural flow of life.
At the retreat, Claire is a co-ceremony host and guides yoga, conscious breathing, and meditation, utilising these powerful tools to support clients during periods of transition, renewal, or personal development. As a 200-hour YYT trauma specialist trained in Hatha and Vinyasa yoga, with a blended focus on Yin and QiYoga, Claire’s holistic approach empowers individuals to reconnect with their true selves, restore balance, and move forward with greater ease and clarity.
Her guidance is fluid and intuitive, meeting each person where they are. With a strong emphasis on accessibility, she adapts her approach to suit individual needs, creating an inclusive space where everyone can experience the benefits of practice in a way that feels natural and supportive.
Having navigated her own intense healing journey following a pivotal health crisis, Claire is passionate about sharing the tools that helped her restore her health, happiness, and harmony. She is dedicated to guiding others toward their aspirations and lasting evolution, while enjoying the adventure along the way.
With over two decades of experience, Yvan is a skilled and compassionate osteopath and healer who brings exceptional expertise and care to his work. At the retreat, Yvan primarily works with osteopathic tools, including craniosacral, visceral (organ-related), and parietal (joint-related) osteopathy. Over the years, he has refined his ability to apply these techniques on various levels—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. His approach offers a deep, holistic experience, supporting clients on their path to healing and evolution in a way that honours the connection between body, mind, and spirit.
Yvan has been working in the therapeutic field since 2001. He began his studies with Shiatsu before deciding to train as a medical masseur, which provided him with a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and various massage techniques, including reflexology.
In 2003, Yvan discovered osteopathy and pursued his studies at the Swiss College of Osteopathy. Since then, he has collaborated with doctors, dentists, and psychologists in a variety of clinical settings, gaining valuable experience and broadening his expertise across multiple disciplines.
In 2012, Yvan faced a significant health challenge when he was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. While conventional medicine managed the initial inflammation, long-term treatments were limited to cortisone and immunosuppressants. This led him to take responsibility for his own health and delve deeper into understanding his illness.
Through favorable circumstances, Yvan met a Colombian shaman who worked with ayahuasca. With the support of these ceremonies and an intensive healing diet, he was able to restore his health. Since then, he has worked with many plant medicines and has participated in, led, and assisted with numerous ceremonies, witnessing remarkable healing in both himself and others. This profound experience ignited Yvan’s passion for sharing the wisdom of these special medicines with those seeking healing and deeper transformation.
Yvan will be at the retreat, providing daily specialist osteopathic healing. He will work closely with each guest, using a range of osteopathic techniques to achieve optimal outcomes, ensuring a deeply personalized and transformative experience.
Shiatsu & Sei Ki Practitioner | Qi Gong Instructor
With a deep-rooted passion for the healing arts, María’s journey began in the world of performing arts before she discovered the transformative power of Ki arts in 2004. Since then, she has devoted herself to exploring and sharing these ancient practices, weaving together movement, energy work, and deep listening.
María trained as a Shiatsu therapist at the European Shiatsu School, graduating in 2008, and has been part of the teaching faculty since 2011. Her path has been enriched by postgraduate studies with renowned teachers such as Carola Beresford, Nick Pole, Gill Hall, Diego Sánchez, and Patrizia Steffanini.
Her dedication to energy work led her to train as a Wudang Qi Gong teacher at the Confucius Institute and the University of Granada in 2009, followed by studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, and moxibustion at the Neijing School from 2010 to 2014. In 2017, María deepened her practice through Sei Ki seminars with Kyoko Kishi, Paul Lundberg, and Alice Whieldon. Most recently, she completed training in Ba Han Sheng style Qi Gong at the Neijing School (2020–2023).
Today, María offers Shiatsu treatments in the tranquil setting of her geodesic dome in the Monachil mountains of Granada. Her approach is both intuitive and grounded, creating a space where energy flows freely and balance is gently restored.
Diago was born and raised in Barcelona, but the city never truly felt like home. Drawn to a deeper, more authentic way of living, he found himself questioning the sterility of his surroundings—socially, spiritually, and environmentally. His studies in philosophy only intensified this longing, fuelling his pursuit of coherence between thought and action.
Twelve years ago, he left behind the familiar to explore wilder landscapes, seeking a life more in tune with nature. From the desert to the mountains, he has immersed himself in the raw beauty of the land, developing skills in survival, permaculture, and self-sufficiency. As a mountain guide, he brings his wealth of knowledge and experience to Return to the Wild, helping others navigate both the physical terrain and their own personal journey into the wilderness.
For the last 8 years Diego has been living in the Alpujarras, the south face of the Sierra Nevada. Here he has developed his passion for the mountains and survival as a guide for travellers and hikers who wish to get to know this Sierra and its secrets.
Eclectic Creator, Artisan, Plant Alchemist and wild soul
Sheila is a multidisciplinary creator and wild soul deeply connected to nature. After years of city life, she left urban living behind 12 years ago to immerse herself fully in the natural world. Since then, she has been actively involved in ecological, self-sufficient, and community-based projects, always in places where nature holds a strong presence.
Her journey has been one of deep learning—exploring the wisdom of plants, sustainability, and the everyday magic that weaves through life when in harmony with the land. Now based in the Alpujarras, she dedicates her time to craftsmanship, symbolic art, and plant alchemy.
Through her project, Alma Silvestre, she leads workshops on reconnecting with the land and reintegrating into natural cycles, helping others rediscover their bond with the rhythms of nature. The forest is her greatest source of inspiration—a place where textures, forms, and colours become a canvas for creativity, reflection, and healing.
At the Into the Light retreat, Sheila guides the San Juan ceremony, a ritual deeply rooted in ancestral traditions. As part of this, she leads a pilgrimage to collect the seven sacred waters and seven medicinal plants that form the heart of the ritual. This practice honours the land, the sun’s energy, and the cycles of renewal, offering a profound experience of connection with nature.
Sheila is also the creator of the wonderful Forest Folk featured on our website—handcrafted figures made from foraged natural materials that capture the magic of the wild.
Details of this retreat
Return To The Wild - A Mystical Mountain Adventure
Held by the earth, guided by the stars and awakened by the untamed spirit of the mountains
We invite you to Return to the Wild, an adventure shaped by the magical energy of the mountains, where raw beauty meets the quiet rhythm of nature. Resting at 1,500 meters in the Alpujarra, on the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada, Baile en el Aire is a hidden sanctuary—remote, untamed, handmade, one of a kind, and far from the noise of daily life. Here, you’ll find space to slow down, reset, and see the world with fresh eyes.
It all begins with calm—a magical, restorative blend of powerful holistic treatments, breath, movement and delicious food. The treatments realign your body while movement grounds you and the breath opens up your senses. As you adjust to the altitude, the mountains start to feel vast, untamed, alive. You step into their rhythm—ready for what’s to come.
Slow down and tune in. You’ll forage from the land, breathe with the trees and absorb the stillness through Forest Bathing. It’s about connecting deeply with nature—feeling the earth beneath your feet, the air around you and the quiet energy of the wild. A mountain prep workshop gets you ready for what’s next—what to pack, how to move and the essentials to thrive with resilience in the wild.
The psilocybin ceremony is a profound experience—a doorway to deep insight and inner exploration. It’s a pivotal moment, marking the shift from stillness to flowing with the rhythm of the wild. From here, the energy changes. The mountains call, and you’ll answer.
We’ll hike into the wild, set up camp and learn the ways of the land before gathering around the fire to share food and stories. As night falls, you’ll settle under a canopy of stars, wrapped in the stillness of nature, immersed in something far greater than yourself.
Guided by an eclectic group of facilitators, Return to the Wild offers a rare blend of adventure and stillness.
An experience of true balance. Read More
Held by the earth, guided by the stars and awakened by the untamed spirit of the mountains
We invite you to Return to the Wild, an adventure shaped by the magical energy of the mountains, where raw beauty meets the quiet rhythm of nature. Resting at 1,500 meters in the Alpujarra, on the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada, Baile en el Aire is a hidden sanctuary—remote, untamed, handmade, one of a kind, and far from the noise of daily life. Here, you’ll find space to slow down, reset, and see the world with fresh eyes.
It all begins with calm—a magical, restorative blend of powerful holistic treatments, breath, movement and delicious food. The treatments realign your body while movement grounds you and the breath opens up your senses. As you adjust to the altitude, the mountains start to feel vast, untamed, alive. You step into their rhythm—ready for what’s to come.
Slow down and tune in. You’ll forage from the land, breathe with the trees and absorb the stillness through Forest Bathing. It’s about connecting deeply with nature—feeling the earth beneath your feet, the air around you and the quiet energy of the wild. A mountain prep workshop gets you ready for what’s next—what to pack, how to move and the essentials to thrive with resilience in the wild.
The psilocybin ceremony is a profound experience—a doorway to deep insight and inner exploration. It’s a pivotal moment, marking the shift from stillness to flowing with the rhythm of the wild. From here, the energy changes. The mountains call, and you’ll answer.
We’ll hike into the wild, set up camp and learn the ways of the land before gathering around the fire to share food and stories. As night falls, you’ll settle under a canopy of stars, wrapped in the stillness of nature, immersed in something far greater than yourself.
Guided by an eclectic group of facilitators, Return to the Wild offers a rare blend of adventure and stillness.
An experience of true balance. Read More
Schedule
A journey of Conscious Evolution
Into the Stillness: Arriving & Settling In
We’ll meet you at Malaga Airport around lunchtime and take you on the adventure up to Baile en el Aire, a secluded retreat set 1,500 meters high in the Alpujarra. After arriving, you’ll have time to settle in, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and unwind from your travels. As the evening unfolds, we’ll share a delicious dinner, followed by a quiet fireside chat and a gentle meditation to ease you into rest.
Day 1 & 2: Easing Into the Flow
Each morning begins with movement and breath—QiYoga, conscious breathing, and meditation to encourage focus, flexibility, and calm the mind. After a wholesome breakfast, you’ll start your personalised holistic treatments with our skilled healers, inviting deep relaxation as you ease into the flow. Explore the forest through foraging, forest bathing, and soaking in the Earth’s energy.
On Day 1, we’ll have an open and supportive psilocybin workshop to ensure you feel comfortable, confident, and fully informed, with space to answer any questions you may have.
On Day 2, Diego, our experienced mountain guide, will lead a practical and engaging workshop focused on preparing for the adventure ahead. You’ll learn how to pack your bag, organise your gear, and ensure you have everything you need for the journey into the wild.
This time allows us to really get to know you and understand your needs and wishes, ensuring we can provide the perfect dose of psilocybin mushrooms for a safe and enriching experience.
Day 3: Ceremony Day
The day begins with movement, breath, and a delicious breakfast, followed by a Shiatsu treatment to awaken, center and ground your energy. At the waterfalls, cleanse in crystal-clear mountain waters, releasing what no longer serves you.
As the sun sets, the psilocybin mushroom ceremony begins, guided by Claire and Yvan. This is the heart of the retreat, a soulful evolutionary experience held in the embrace of the mountains.
Day 4 & 5: Adventure in the Wild
Mornings start with gentle movement and a hearty breakfast before setting off into the wild with Diego. After hiking to our campsite, you’ll learn essential outdoor skills—building a fire, foraging, and creating shelter. As night falls, gather around the fire for a shared meal, stories, and laughter under a vast, starlit sky.
On Day 5, we hike back, reflecting on the adventure. Upon return, a sensory feast awaits, followed by grounding closing treatments to integrate your journey. The evening culminates in a final sharing circle and a celebratory dinner, with live music, bringing the experience full circle.
Day 6: The Final Journey
The retreat concludes with morning breathwork, movement, and breakfast before descending the mountain. Along the way, we’ll visit charming Spanish villages, offering vibrant and eclectic shopping. At the waterfall, we gather for a closing ceremony to set intentions and express gratitude for the journey shared.
As you leave, you carry the essence of this profound week forward, guided by your own Conscious Evolution into the future.
Into the Stillness: Arriving & Settling In
We’ll meet you at Malaga Airport around lunchtime and take you on the adventure up to Baile en el Aire, a secluded retreat set 1,500 meters high in the Alpujarra. After arriving, you’ll have time to settle in, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and unwind from your travels. As the evening unfolds, we’ll share a delicious dinner, followed by a quiet fireside chat and a gentle meditation to ease you into rest.
Day 1 & 2: Easing Into the Flow
Each morning begins with movement and breath—QiYoga, conscious breathing, and meditation to encourage focus, flexibility, and calm the mind. After a wholesome breakfast, you’ll start your personalised holistic treatments with our skilled healers, inviting deep relaxation as you ease into the flow. Explore the forest through foraging, forest bathing, and soaking in the Earth’s energy.
On Day 1, we’ll have an open and supportive psilocybin workshop to ensure you feel comfortable, confident, and fully informed, with space to answer any questions you may have.
On Day 2, Diego, our experienced mountain guide, will lead a practical and engaging workshop focused on preparing for the adventure ahead. You’ll learn how to pack your bag, organise your gear, and ensure you have everything you need for the journey into the wild.
This time allows us to really get to know you and understand your needs and wishes, ensuring we can provide the perfect dose of psilocybin mushrooms for a safe and enriching experience.
Day 3: Ceremony Day
The day begins with movement, breath, and a delicious breakfast, followed by a Shiatsu treatment to awaken, center and ground your energy. At the waterfalls, cleanse in crystal-clear mountain waters, releasing what no longer serves you.
As the sun sets, the psilocybin mushroom ceremony begins, guided by Claire and Yvan. This is the heart of the retreat, a soulful evolutionary experience held in the embrace of the mountains.
Day 4 & 5: Adventure in the Wild
Mornings start with gentle movement and a hearty breakfast before setting off into the wild with Diego. After hiking to our campsite, you’ll learn essential outdoor skills—building a fire, foraging, and creating shelter. As night falls, gather around the fire for a shared meal, stories, and laughter under a vast, starlit sky.
On Day 5, we hike back, reflecting on the adventure. Upon return, a sensory feast awaits, followed by grounding closing treatments to integrate your journey. The evening culminates in a final sharing circle and a celebratory dinner, with live music, bringing the experience full circle.
Day 6: The Final Journey
The retreat concludes with morning breathwork, movement, and breakfast before descending the mountain. Along the way, we’ll visit charming Spanish villages, offering vibrant and eclectic shopping. At the waterfall, we gather for a closing ceremony to set intentions and express gratitude for the journey shared.
As you leave, you carry the essence of this profound week forward, guided by your own Conscious Evolution into the future.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Read MoreGetting Here
The Conscious Evolution Retreats, alpujarra Sierra Nevada, Spain
Directions
For your convenience, fly into Malaga Airport, where a transfers will take you up into the mountains - transfers are included
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Accommodation
The accommodation is simple, rustic and in harmony with nature. There are both shared and private rooms, set within beautifully eclectic hand-built spaces. Bathrooms are external, and showers are solar-heated, with a wood-fired heater available on cloudier days.
Shared Room
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Private Room
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Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Baile en el Aire is a hidden off-grid retreat at 1,500 meters in the Alpujarra mountains of Granada, Spain. Surrounded by wild nature, flowing mountain waters, and vast open skies, it offers a peaceful escape to reconnect with the land. Fully self-sufficient, its handmade, simple yet comfortable accommodations embrace a natural way of living. With pure air, rugged beauty, and a slower pace, this soulful sanctuary invites you to step into harmony with nature.
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Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Enjoy locally sourced, organic, fresh meals that are gluten-free, sugar-free, and deliciously nourishing, designed to support your body’s natural detox and leave you feeling vibrant and satisfied.
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What's Included
- Return To The Wild is all-inclusive -
- Airport Transfers
- 6 night accommodation
- Delicious meals
- All beverages
- 3 x 1.5-hour Osteopathy, cranio - sacral and energy treatments
- 1 x Shiatsu treatment
- Yoga, conscious breathing, meditation sessions, workshops,
- extra one to one holistic sessions
- Ancestral plant Ceremony
- The Wild adventure
- Two pre-retreat calls and post-retreat integration calls ( one to one and group ) to support your journey before, during, and after the retreat.
What's Not Included
- Lunch on departure day
- Airfare
- Travel insurance
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