The original approach behind our juice detox fasts was shaped by the pioneering work of Bernard Jensen, Swami Sivananda, and Dr. Gerson in cleansing and detoxification, and later enriched by the healing benefits of yoga, meditation, fasting, and alternative therapies. Today, we also draw on the latest research to offer you the best possible experience.

When our programme first began in 1992, it was among the earliest of its kind: a complete journey for body, mind, and spirit. Since then, we have built extensive experience and knowledge, supporting guests from around the world.

Each part of the retreat is designed to support physical, mental, and emotional detoxification and purification, making it effective for a wide range of wellbeing goals. It is also ideal for those who want to deepen their understanding of natural health practices and learn how to live in a more abundant, positive way, bringing that awareness back into everyday life.

Group life is an important part of the experience. Four times a day, we come together for juices and broth, along with group classes and workshops.

Reasons For Participating

Detoxing
Alleviating stress and anxiety
Reappraising and evaluating life purpose
Losing weight
Quitting smoking and addictions
Achieving optimal health maintenance
Self development & connection

Benefits of Juice Fasting

Increased energy, vitality and sense of wellbeing
Boosts immune system
Improved cardiovascular health
Regulating blood pressure and cholesterol
Improved brain health and memory function
Regulation of weight, appetite and cravings
Improved gut health

To stay aligned with nature, the juices are prepared according to the season. Throughout the retreat, you will enjoy variety as well as a broad range of vitamins and minerals to help replenish and cleanse the nervous system. Additional supplements are also provided to support the cleansing process.

Daily Timetable

07:00 Wake up
07:30 Lemon tea
08:00 Yoga
10:00 Orange juice
11.00 Therapies or free time
13:00 Fruit or vegetable juice
14.00 Therapies or free time
16:00 Vegetable juice & nutrition workshop
17.00 Free time to visit the sauna, relax or go for a walk
19:00 Mixed vegetable broth – mineral rich
19:45 Meditation
20:45 Free time and other activities

What's Included

7 or 10 nights accommodation
Initial health check-up
All juices and broths
Daily yoga class
Evening meditation sessions
Nutrition and health workshops
Personal use of colonic cleansing equipment when indicated
Pills, powders, and other supplements
Use of Finnish style sauna
Use of QRS – magnet healing bed
Use of salt water swimming pool
Lemon water and herbal teas which you can take freely all day

Detoxing And Yoga

Our yoga classes are suitable for everyone, from complete beginners to experienced practitioners. Our skilled teachers guide each session in a way that feels supportive, relaxing, and aligned with your detox.

Yoga plays a central role in the programme. Gentle movement, stretching, twisting, and deep breathing all help support the detox process for body, mind, and spirit. As the lymph and blood carry released toxins through the body more efficiently, elimination is encouraged.

Just as importantly, the relaxation created through yoga activates the restorative parasympathetic nervous system, giving the body the space to clean and heal itself. And the more you detox, the more profound the effects of the yoga practice can become.

Exercise, Meditation and Relaxation

Evening workshops may include movement sessions and a fire ceremony inspired by the Sivananda tradition, alongside more traditional meditation practices.

These sessions further support detoxification by helping release blockages and tension held on physical, mental, and emotional levels. They also encourage deeper relaxation and a greater sense of ease.

During the day, there is time to relax, swim, enjoy a therapy session, explore the surroundings, walk in the area, or even help in the organic gardens. Once a week, we also visit one of the beautiful local beaches.

A selection of related videos, DVDs, and films is available to watch. The sauna is open in the early evening, and the hot tub is available throughout the day.

Therapies

We offer a range of therapies designed to support toxin elimination and balance the entire system. The sauna also supports cleansing through the skin. Available treatments include:

Multiple Styles of Massage
Acupuncture
Thai Massage
Cranio Sacral Therapy
Lymphatic Drainage

We also host workshops with our nutrition experts, who share the latest insights on nutrition and health.

Accommodation

Twin rooms
Single Rooms
Shared Cottage
Single Cottage

Travel Options

Airport transfers are available on request
Taxi from airport to Moinhos Velhos
Train from Faro to Lagos
Bus from Faro to Lagos
Pickup in Lagos is free

Returning guests receive a 10% discount.

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