The Self Care Retreat: An Exploration Through Medellin

Medellín, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia

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The Self Care Retreats
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Nov 21 - 25, 2022
Group size: 1 - 16
The Self Care Retreat: An Exploration Through Medellin
Medellín, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia

The Self Care Retreats
  • Email address verified
25 reviews

Nov 21 - 25, 2022
Group size: 1 - 16

About this trip

A Retreat To Remember...


Enjoy the charm of our spectacular Villa surrounded by the enchanted mountainside of Medellin, Colombia. Our home for a week is built right into nature with lush landscapes to mountains that look like pyramids. You can enjoy a huge pool with Jacuzzi to relax and sunbathe while listening to music from the birds...


Can you see yourself here?

Are You Ready To Explore Colombia?

This retreat will be supremely special. While we will have our intimate and deep workshops that focus on self healing, our 10th retreat will focus on healing through exploration. Imagine putting your fears to the side and ziplining, visiting delicious waterfalls, and hanging on a hammock over mountain tops. 


We want to explore the parts of ourselves that hold on to control and learn freedom through nature. 

About Our Location

Enjoy the charm of our spectacular Villa surrounded by the enchanted mountainside of Medellin, Colombia. Our home for a week is built right into nature with lush landscapes to mountains that look like pyramids. You can enjoy a huge pool with Jacuzzi to relax and sunbathe while listening to music from the birds...


When is the last time you tapped into your inner child healing? 


Our villa comes equipped with many realms of relaxation and play. Imagine yourself floating surrounded by greenery in the pool or soaking in the warm hot tub in the evening. How about jumping on the trampoline taking your back to your younger days or enjoying a game of pool or ping pong with another sister? All of this will be available to you during your stay.


Can you see yourself here?



Room Accomodations

 All of our rooms are set spaciously with two plush double beds, a large private bath, ample closet space, and your own terrace for relaxation. We also have Murphy beds which are elevated twin floor beds for our savvy traveler who wants to save a bit on their overall costs. 

Meals

Enjoy delicious Colombian cuisine prepared by our chefs. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all apart of your retreat package. There will be a pescatarian and vegetarian menu to meet your delicacy needs. There will be a full bar present if you would like to enjoy drinks!

Excursions and Spa Services

Enjoy a spa day on us! Your retreat includes a one and a half hour massage and facial for each guest. 


All of our excursions are optional but we rest assured that you will not want to miss out on any of the activities. Our excursions will include:


- A Guatape Day Tour: This is an all day excursion to the beautiful town of Guatape. Your day will be spent exploring the colorful town for shopping and photos, a scenic climb up the famous rock, El Penon, a private boat tour, and a visit to this historic town replica overlooking a vast lake. Lunch will also be included.


- The Green Connection Jungle & Waterfall Trip: This is an all day excursion through the jungle side where we will have an experience guide to lead us on our hike. We will enjoy ziplining, hammocking over the mountainside, and a visit to a beautiful waterfall. Lunch will also be included.

Available Packages

Double Bed

Room shared with one other person. Elevated floor twin bed available for add on for a friend.

$2,600
Deposit:$500
Murphy Bed In Shared Room

Elevated floor twin bed in room with two other guests

$2,200
Deposit:$500
Murphy Bed In Office Space

Elevated floor twin bed in additional office space. Shared w/ one other person. Shared bathroom with another room.

$2,400
Deposit:$500

Available options

MURPHY BED ADD ON
$2,000
Deposit: $0

elevated floor twin bed for a friend in your room. 

Green Connection Excursion
$100
Deposit: $0

-Jungle Hiking

-Ziplining

-Mountain Hammock

-Waterfall

Guatape Day Trip
$100

- Shopping

- Boat Ride

- El Penon 



Itinerary

Day One
Arrival

- Airport Shuttle Transfers from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport in Medellin to our property.

- Lunch upon arrival

- Opening Ceremony featuring talk and performance by Afros Unidos

- Dinner

-Relaxation

Your Organizer


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The Self Care Retreats
25 reviews
A travel destination company for women of color to release, relax, and unwind.

Reviews

CA
I actually can't describe the experience in words. I have struggled to do so for over a year now. As I sit here and TRY to type this review-- I can't. I'm getting teary eyed reminiscing. The friendships, the food, the guides, Shan, our resorts, the activities, the safari.... the list goes on and on. But I give the journey through Africa 5 stars and I give Shan all my love and gratitude for taking on the challenge to bring groups of strangers to THE MOTHERLAND. Truly unforgettable and I can't wait to do it again! I have never wanted to double back and repeat a trip -- BUT Kenya and Tanzania -- see you again soon.
By Charity A for The Self Care Retreat: A Journey Through Africa on Jan 09, 2025
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My 12 year old Aadynn and I went to Colombia with Self Care Retreat and I honestly experienced more than I expected! The sessions really cultivated deeper conversations between Aadynn and I which I really loved. We already have such a great relationship and I didn't think it could get any deeper but it did. The accommodations were quite interesting! The bathroom was partially indoors and outdoors with an open air concept overhead the shower. I never thought I could get used to our little lizard friend visiting the shower but we did! LOL That's a part of creating long lasting travel memories -- experiencing and embracing the unexpected. Everything was so green and well cared for and pretty! The pool was a favorite and walking to the shoreline every night was so peaceful. A huge part of the trip was Aadynn making lasting friendships with other daughters who came with their moms. Likewise, I have maintained friendships with some of the moms I met on the trip. That was a sweet treat. A big thank you to Shan for being such a sweet host and having the absolute warmest group leaders each time we did an activity. They all made the experience so worth it! OK-- now let's get into this food! FRESHHHHH pescetarian meals, fruit and veggies galore, smoothies and the tastiest fries for a week! YES! Sign me up again. We loved the food! Thanks again Shan!
By Charity A for Mommy & Me Retreat - Santa Marta, Colombia on Jan 09, 2025
We had a great time. Wonderful people, delicious food and comfortable accommodation. Thank you for this fantastic Experience!
By Aminah H for The Self Care Retreat: A Journey Through Africa 2024 on Dec 10, 2024
Perfect size group. Perfect itinerary - mix of culture, nature, food, and fun. Amazing hosts. Value is immeasurable!
By Crystal M for The Self Care Retreat: A Journey Through Africa 2024 on Dec 06, 2024
The location was absolutely breathtaking and the food was amazing. There was also the perfect balance of rest and relaxation and informative workshops.
By Keita R for Mommy & Me Retreat - Santa Marta, Colombia on Jul 22, 2024
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Amazing! Wonderful! Insightful! Educational! Spiritual! These are only just a few words out of the many that I could use to describe about the journey we took to Africa! I could tell that there was a lot of thought, care, and intentional planning that went into this retreat. From the amazing accommodations to the partnerships made everything was seamless. I appreciate the sisterhood and bonds that were made throughout this the trip and beyond. Big ups to Shanicia! Thank you for everything! I look forward to traveling with The Self Care Retreat again in her near future!
By Nicole P on 15 Dec, 2023