GUESTS SERVICES BOOK ECO RETREAT & INSPIRATION LAND VIDA PURA - SERVICES: YOGA LESSONS ASHTANGA & HATHA YOGA Ashtanga Yoga is a 5,000 year old set sequence of postures designed Hatha Yoga is the most widely practiced form of yoga in the world. to bring incredible, strength, flexibility and endurance to the body and a Hatha Yoga uses postures (asana) and conscious breathing sense of stillness to the mind. Learn the fundamentals of ashtanga (Pranayama) in combination with mental focus to develop awareness, yoga, sun salutations, ujjayi breath, energy locks and vinyasas. strength, flexibility and relaxation. Through proper alignment and Ashtanga’s can also invoke positive life transformations off the mat, mindful actions of the body, Hatha Yoga brings balance, strength, and helping you to live fully, with a deep sense of Self, in your daily life. a sense of well-being to the practitioner. Individual private classes: 30 € up to 2 persons Individual private classes: 30 € Group classes: 10 € Tuesdays / Fridays 9.45 am Group classes: 10 € Mondays / Thursdays 9.45 am VIDA PURA - SERVICES: MASSAGE MASSAGE Close your eyes and render yourself. In no time you’ll be in deep Through these treatment and massage techniques it is possible to find relaxation and at the end of the day you will feel that body and mind the desired distancing from daily tensions, thus finding inner harmony have been renewed, and gained new breath. through total relaxation. The effect will be either vitalizing or tranquiliz- ing, soft or profound, depending on your physical and emotional needs. You shall experience the necessary tranquility to appease anxieties and blockings caused by life pressure, which deter you from reaching your balance, and you can rely on Nuno, a specialist with expertise and 1/2 hour 25 € half-body (choose) several techniques, with a focus on your personal needs. 1 hour 40 € total body VIDA PURA - SERVICES: PILATES PILATES On the privacy of your own decking you can get to enjoy our private Use of small equipment, balls and bands throughout the classes pilates classes to get fit as a fiddle during your holidays. The challenges our clients whilst safely helping them build strength and background landscape provides a perfect setting to combine Pilates' awareness of movement and breath. Private classes can be enjoyed powerful core focus with nature’s own energizing elements. Great individually or as a couple. ingredients for a great class. Our Pilates is mat based, incorporating a range of classical techniques 1 person 30 € with clinical modifications to allow safe and challenging progression. 2 persons 45 € Focusing on balance, strength, flexibility and posture, Pilates is a full-body conditioning system that draws training elements from yoga, group +3 15 € each gymnastics and dance. VIDA PURA - SERVICES: SURF LESSONS Surf Lessons: If you would like to learn to surf, Odeceixe Surf School is on hand to 1 day Surf Course: 2 lessons per day (incl. material) offer tuition. The school runs lessons every day at 11:00 and 16:00. Low season 50 € High season 55 € (July, August, September) Their friendly team of surf instructors are not only certified by the Portuguese Surfing Federation, but also fully licensed lifeguards, 3 day Surf Course: 2 lessons per day (choose your days) so you can be sure that you’ll be in safe hands. Low season 135 € High season 150 € (July, August, September) Sessions last 1.5 hours and classes are limited to 8 students per instructor – ensuring you get the attention and pointers you need to 5 day Surf Course: 2 lessons per day (choose your days) get you up and surfing. Low season 200 € High season 225 € (July, August, September) VIDA PURA - SERVICES: STAND UP PADDLE NATURA PADDLE Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) is a sport that’s not only great fun, 2 hours : 20 € but also enhances balance, strength and general physical condition. Half a day: 30 € Suitable for all ages and abilities, the large, buoyant boards are Full day: 40 € surprisingly stable – so you’ll be confidently manoeuvring in no time! The tranquil river of Odeceixe is the perfect place for a peaceful paddle. However, if the sea is calm enough, you could even take to Prices include delivery of board and paddle to your location on the the ocean and try to catch some waves. beach, and an introduction to the safety rules and use of equipment. VIDA PURA - SERVICES: EXPLORING THE LAND 16 9 1 11 13 10 4 12 2 3 12 12 3 5 14 12 15 6 15 8 7 8 9 1 Vida Pura Villa 5 The Farm 9 Take a hike - 20’ 13 Lake 2 Apartments 6 Bio dynamic Garden 10 Kids Playground 14 Old water mill 3 Yurts 7 Caravans field 11 Yoga Platform 15 Compost toilets 4 Reception / Strawbale building 8 Rope swing 12 Ducks & Donkeys 16 Water deposit. VIDA PURA - SERVICES: DONKEYS TREKING Donkeys are a traditional feature of rural Portugal. This activity is very flexible; you can trek for hours or days, along remote backcountry tracks, or coastal paths. Intelligent and loyal, with a relaxing temperament, they make for hard-working labourers and loving pets. We are happy to help you find the most suitable option. Who better then, to accompany you as you explore our stunning 1.1/2 hours: 1 donkey: 40 € 2 donkeys: 55 € coast and countryside. Before setting off, guests will be familiarised 3 hours: 1 donkey: 70 € 2 donkeys: 85 € with our lovely, long - eared friends - grooming and harnessing them 1 day: 1 donkey: 160 € 2 donkeys: 195 € before we lead them on a trek. Includes tour guide, introduction to donkey handling, donkey(s), accident Usually, one donkey will companion up to three people. Adults lead insurance, transfer and donkey transport back to farm. on foot while children can ride. • For rent a donkey and do it your self: ask for more information. VIDA PURA - SERVICES: HORSE RIDING HORSE RIDING What better way is there to enjoy Portugal’s stunning scenery than For more experienced riders, there are longer excursions available. from horseback? As a guest of Vida Pura, we can arrange These routes take approximately 4 hours, and include a picnic lunch. horseback excursions for you and your family. You don’t need any previous horse riding experience; the instructors will have you in the 1 hour ride: 30 euros saddle of a friendly steed, trekking through nature in no time at all. 4 hour ride and picnic: 75 euros For beginners, there is a choice of either one or two-hour rides along beautiful coastline and beaches. Prices include personal accident insurance. VIDA PURA - SERVICES: BIKE RENTAL / GUIDE TOURS BIKE RENTAL and TOURS Vida Pura is situated in an area of incredible natural beauty and, 2 bikes 3 days 95 € with many miles of accessible tracks, it is the perfect place to 2 bikes 7 days 205 € explore by bicycle. We offer a selection of bikes – for both adults 2 bikes 15 days 415 € and children – available for guests to rent, allowing you to explore at your leisure. If you need another number of bikes or days ask us for an offer. If you would prefer a guided bike ride, let us know at least three Delivery charge is 25 euros or they can be picked up in Aljezur for days prior. A guided tour of medium difficulty along the coast will free and the drive back is amazing. cost: 30 euros p.p. for about 4 hours lunch picnic & water. VIDA PURA - SERVICES: TREKING ROTA VICENTINA The Rota Vicentina is a long-distance walking trail through the A guided tour takes approx. 3 hours or alternatively up to 6-7 hours. beautiful scenery of Portugal’s southwest coast. The route consists of 350km of well-designated rural and coastal paths which treat Prices min. 2 persons: walkers to the very best of this carefully preserved region, both environmentally and culturally. € 25 p.p. for long tours incl picnic lunch, juices Comprised of two distinct routes, the Historical Way and the € 20 p.p. for short tours, incl. a snack and water. Fishermen’s Trail, the Rota Vicentina proposes a unique experience of these two distinctive worlds; the authentic, living culture of rural Alentejo, and the awe-inspiring, wild coastline of Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park. VIDA PURA - SERVICES: SUGGESTIONS mint. BEACHES mint. TOWNS Local: Local: 10’ Praia de Odeceixe (1st price winning Clif beach) note on the left 10’ Odeceixe cute small town close to beach. side there’s a nudist beach. North: North : 15’ Zambujeira do Mar coastal town. 15’ Praia Carvalhao 45’ Vila Nova de Milfontes coastal town where the river Mira 15’ Praia de Zambujeira do mar (2st price winning town beach) flows into the ocean. 45’ Praias de Vila Nova de Milfontes South: South: 15’ Aljezur, medieval town. 15’ Praia Vale dos Homens (very quiet place to walk the dog in summer) 40’ Carrapeteira, cute small town close to beach. 20’ Praia Amoreira beach with river and restaurant. 30’ Lagos, a mid-size old harbour town great for shopping. 25’ Praia de Arrifana (surf beach) & de Monte Clerigo Inland: both restaurants on the beach. 60’ Monchique, famous for wild boar dishes and medronho. 45’ Carrapeteira - Praia Amado - great massive surf beach. 60’ Silves old Morish town with old castle and nice to have lunch 60’ Praia Barranco, Zavial & Burgau all between Lagos and Sagres. in Café Ingles next to the castle with live music on Sundays. VIDA PURA - SERVICES: SUGGESTIONS AGAPITO KIOSK min. Supermarkets: min. Restaurants: Don’t forget our own bio-dynamic produce from our great “horta” Local: sprinkled with love every day.