Healthy Stay with Bamboo
Here at Bambuparque, bamboo occupies a special place and contributes in many ways to improving physical, physiological and psychological well-being. A scientific study proves it ( Click on the following link to consult it ) www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Reconnect with nature on an authentic bamboo farm in the heart of Portugal's Alentejo region. During your visit to the estate, which covers over 100 hectares, we invite you to seek out a place where you can create your own space of peace and serenity.
Other plants, such as cork oak, eucalyptus, palm and water lotus, will accompany you on your way to health.
Training courses and activities directly linked to nature will be offered, with no additional financial contribution or obligation to participate.
Activities available for your wellbeing
Learning with bamboo
Participants are invited, if they wish, to choose a place (from 5 to 50 m2) where they can set up their space of peace and serenity. They are provided with natural materials (bamboo, ropes, etc.) and basic tools to create according to their inspiration. The bamboo construction tips and techniques are taught on site by experts (Rafael and Júlio).
Meditation
Yves Crouzet, owner of Bambuparque, has been practicing Zen meditation daily for over 40 years, and you can join him for morning meditations during your stay.
Yoga
Louise, an experienced yoga teacher who speaks English, French, Portuguese and Flemish, is available to give classes in the bamboo pavilion, at dates and times agreed with you.
Bamboo Forest Walk
Take a walk through our bamboo forests and all your senses will come alive.
Bamboo massage
Introduction to bamboo massage.
Healthy food
(organic garden)
Every day is a chance to learn the basics of organic farming. Yves, a horticultural engineer, will be happy to teach you what he didn't learn at school. Depending on the season, we can show you how to harvest bamboo shoots and teach you how to prepare them.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are shared buffet-style. As far as possible, we produce our own organic produce (fruit, vegetables, eggs, olive oil, honey). Cooking is mainly done in the Kamado Japanese oven, which adds an extra dietary quality.
Enjoying the region
Tourist attractions in the region will be placed on the map provided.
What is included in the retreat?
5 days (4 nights) – Monday to Friday or 7 days (6 nights) – Monday to Sunday
- 3 meals per day with drinks included, in the Buffet area
- Free WiFi in the outdoor social area
- Various activities, meditation, training, nature walks, among others*
- Accommodation in the park, individual or shared
- Map of the trail through the park with surrounding tourist attractions
*By appointment you can get yoga and massage
Accommodation
You will have the opportunity to stay in one of the original houses on the property, where you can choose a room with a private bathroom or a room with a shared bathroom. We also have a room in a bamboo hut, with a private deck overlooking Bambuparque. If you stay in the hut, you will have to use the shared bathroom at Casa Serena. Bed linen and towels are included, we don't have a TV service but we do provide a variety of books.The living areas are shared.
We are sorry to say that pets are not allowed. Chidren are welcome during our special children's program week.
Check in - from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. and Check Out - until 12 p.m.
Food
We offer a healthy, diversified diet that meets every need (vegetarian, Mediterranean, vegan), including the three main meals with a drink in the outdoor buffet area.Breakfast (7-9 am)Lunch (12-14 hours)Dinner (6 - 8 pm)
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation 20 days before check-in
Deposit refunded.
Conditions of use
On arrival, your room will be available by 5 p.m. at the latest.
On the day of departure, please vacate your room by 12.00 p.m.
Booking and payment :
- All reservations are subject to availability.
- Payment is by credit card, bank transfer, MBWAY or ATM reference.
- A 15% deposit is required to guarantee the reservation.
Participants' responsibilities :
- Participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements to and from the retreat site.
- We regret to inform you that pets are not accepted.
Health and safety:
- Participants must report any health problems or dietary restrictions.
- The company is not responsible for any injury or illness sustained during the retreat.
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Book a Minimum of 4 Nights
All prices include
Accommodation, Food and Activities
Our team
Yves Crouzet
Horticultural engineer and bamboo specialist for almost 50 years. He founded the Bambuparque nursery in 1990.
Akash Thapaliya
Akash Thapaliya is the CEO of Bambuparque and a recognized bamboo expert in propagation, plant care, species collection and bamboo reforestation. He is also a technical bamboo consultant for the ISA (Instituto Superior de Agronomia) in Portugal.
Rafael Castro
He has been studying the constructive possibilities of bamboo since 2016. He has acquired technical knowledge in the areas of planting, harvesting, processing and building with bamboo through his experience in Brazil and Colombia..
Margot & Delia
They discovered Bambuparque in 2021 and have been back several times and now work on the farm. Delia and Margot will be your hosts during your stay and will prepare fresh meals for you every day.
Narcisa Henrique
Arrived at Bambuparque at the beginning of 2022, fell in love with the place and has been working here ever since, learning a lot about the different species. She loves being in contact with the public and feels that having a connection with bamboo is rewarding for transmitting knowledge and serenity to those who visit us.
Location
We are close to the towns of Malavado and São Teotónio.
The nearest bus station is Zambujeira do Mar.
The bus from Lisbon to Zambujeira takes around 3 to 4 hours.
We recommend that you rent a car if you fly into Faro, as public transport from there is not very frequent.
Questions
If you have any questions or concerns, send a message to our team.
