A WOMEN’S WELLNESS RETREAT
IN THE ANDES FOOTHILLS
APRIL 20-27, 2024
Welcome to a big and exciting year! With an “8” vibration, 2024 holds the promise of abundance, possibility, growth, spiritual expansion, and big dreams coming to fruition.
There is no better time than now to get together and celebrate each other, share in joy and laughter, move our bodies, connect, expand our understanding of who we truly are, and leave our gathering feeling anew, and equipped with great tools in our medicine bags!
Join me this April in the foothills of the Colombian Andes, on a very unique, thoughtfully planned, replenishing adventure of healing and connection.
Horses have been my teachers and healers, and most inspiring artistic subjects. They have brought so much magic to my life, and have introduced me to incredible places and people.
You will have the opportunity to live special moments shoulder-to-shoulder with extraordinary Colombian horses, meditate by waterfalls, move your body with healing intentions, go on cleansing nature hikes, while letting go of inner obstacles, and cultivating a deeper connection with your own heart.
I will be there with you to create and hold space, support and guide you through a week of magical connection, sharing, learning, self-exploration and healing.
MEET YOUR HOSTESS
I am Manuela Stefan, a Canadian-Romanian lifestyle and equine photographer, with a deep passion for adventure and storytelling.
While traveling the world to uncover incredible stories about horses and their people, I have experienced my own share of moments of deep healing through my connection with herds. I have slowly come to feel and understand horse energy on a new level, which prompted the desire to go even deeper.
In 2012 I spent a magical week in California, studying equine massage and energy work, and this experience opened me up further to new ways of being in my own life, while confirming what I was already sensing, that these sensitive powerful beings are here to assist us in our growth, while being so willing to give, especially when they feel seen and respected. Isn’t this what we, as humans, ultimately desire?
My written and spoken stories have inspired women to ask if they could join me, thus the idea of the very special horse retreats was born. Since, I have held week long retreats in Mexico and St Lucia, and weekend retreats near Toronto, Canada.
Why Colombia?
Years ago I was invited to show my horse art collection at the Romanian Consulate in Toronto.
The Council General of Colombia, present in the audience, was very touched by my stories and images, and she warmly suggested I visited her incredibly beautiful country,
home of the Colombian Passo horses.
Our intimate group of women will go on an adventure of connection and joy, and I very much look forward to host this very special retreat in the foothills of the Colombian Andes, a place like no other!
INCLUDED IN THE WEEKLONG RETREAT
- 7 nights in private rooms, with ensuite bathrooms
- 3 healthy meals every day
- Morning intentional movement, with a focus on fascia releases
- Connecting and meditating with gorgeous Colombian horses
- Guided hike to waterfalls
- Exploring the incredible nature around the ranch on horseback (can be replaced, if needed)
- Visit to a local coffee farm
- Day trip with nature reserve and local town visit
- Coffee table book, depicting the beauty of the place, and including a few personalized pages
- Transfers from the nearby airports (Pereira – PEI or Armenia – AXM).
(Flights are not included). - Travel insurance is highly recommended
A PERSONAL CALL WITH MANUELA
I love to connect with every single potential guest, to answer their questions, and also feel whether or not we are a good fit for each other.
Upon booking the retreat, we will have an individual phone consultation, with suggestions for a healthy routine to start at home, before the retreat, meant to enhance the benefits of the week long experience.
YOUR OWN COFFEE TABLE BOOK!
Each retreat participant will have special moments captured on camera beautifully, and will receive an elegant, personalized coffee table book, depicting the beauty of this unique Colombian experience.
As a photographer and story teller, I know how important these keepsakes are for my clients, as they not only stand the test of time, but they preserve and bring back the magic experienced during the retreat.
LODGING
Every retreat client will have their own room, with an en-suite bathroom.
Personal space is very important during these experiences, offering opportunities for integration, journaling, and simply being in one’s own energy.
The lodge’s outdoor surroundings offer many resting areas, as well as room for interactive experiences.
The carefully curated shared activities will allow for connection with the other group members, while the choice for quiet, private moments remains throughout the week.
INVESTMENT & PAYMENT OPTIONS
(Single occupancy with ensuite bathroom)
USD 2,700
Payment options:
– USD 1,350 to book
– USD 1,350 due by April 10th
Or
Pay in full and save USD 100!
ADD ON
- “The Goddess Within” creative photo session with Manuela: USD 395 for 1 hr
- Private soul guiding session with Manuela (with Oracle card): USD 100 for 1 hr
- Massage session with a local therapist: USD 75 for 1 hr
- Arrive earlier or leave later:
– Extra night, with breakfast the next day: USD 175 (no activities included)
– Extra night, with 3 meals: USD 245 (no activities included)
CONTACT INFO
Email: [email protected]
Text or call: +1.416.624.9459 (WhatsApp)
TESTIMONIALS
JULIE, ST LUCIA 2018:
“After participating in Manuela’s very first retreat in Mexico, I did not hesitate to book her second retreat on the beautiful island of St Lucia. Manuela told me it was going to be special, so I was already expecting a lot, but she still managed to blow my mind!
Very nicely put together, a good balance between horsey days and relaxing days, every day exceeded the previous one. She kept every activity a secret which I liked, because it made me feel as if I was getting a present each day.
This retreat heals you, it energizes you, it refreshes you! Whatever your soul and body are needing, you’ll receive from, and experience with Manuela. Being around her positive and vibrant spirit and sharing that energy with and around horses, definitely has an impact on you ‘’
TEENA, ST LUCIA 2018:
“Oh, where do I begin!
The Ocean Horse Magic retreat in St Lucia was the most wonderful vacation I have ever taken!
All this thanks to Manuela and her extensive planning and care for the entire experience.
Starting off, I love horses and have been around them all my life, but had a bad fall a few years ago and needed to get past my trauma as it was. Manuela assured me that the retreat would help me through this, and she was so correct! The care she put into us before, during and after the retreat was top notch.
From the location we stayed at, to the stables and all of our meals, the days were amazing! It was my first time in the ocean with a horse and Manuela really made my dreams come true. I am so blessed to have met her, to have had this experience, and I will attend another horsey retreat with her!”
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