Nature Connection Retreat - Celebrating the Sacred Feminine and Wildness

Welcome to the most hidden caves and paths of the coast of the Zingaro Reserve and San Vito lo Capo, for a retreat of deep connection with nature, a celebration of the sacred feminine and wildness. 

Yoga, rituals, drums, use of the body and voice, nature, creativity, spaces for sharing and personal growth are some of the ingredients of a magical retreat that will leave you transformed. 

Why “Awakening the Witch”?

This retreat focuses on awakening your feminine potential, intuition and connection to your inner wisdom.

Through spiritual practices, rituals and bodywork, during this retreat, you are invited to awaken the most powerful, intuitive and connected part of you to the natural world.

Witches are wise women, figures of power, expressions of independence and wildness.

Awakening the witch within you means identifying and freeing yourself from internal conditioning and reclaiming your space to live your life more authentically.

Led by a remarkable luminary, Ameriga Giannone.  Ameriga Giannone is a Senior Yoga Teacher, Astrologer and life coach (ERYT500, Master Yoga Studies, Master NLP) who is often described as unconventional. Her love and deep knowledge of astrology, shamanism and tarot, combined with her van-based lifestyle and passion for extreme sports, definitely make her one of a kind. Ameriga has been invited to teach at the Milano Yoga Festival, Kalemana, Bhakti festival, Siracusa Yoga festival, Brno Yoga festival (Czech Republic) and Norges Yoga Festival (Norway). She collaborates as a teacher with some important online platforms, such as Mymondo and Yoga Academy. 

AMERIGA RETREATS ARE A WILD JOURNEY OF SELF-DISCOVERY. When you join Ameriga retreats, you will soon find that you are in for a very transformative experience. Yoga practices, spirituality, personal development and adventures are the main ingredients of his revolutionary retreats. Her teaching goes far beyond the mat: ceremonies, rituals, mantra chanting, breathing, sharing circles and ecstatic dance are an important part of the experience. But also: climbing, trekking, surfing and many other adventures await you! Her retreats are a safe spiritual nest where you will find yourself surrounded by a community of like-minded souls. You will experience laughter, tears, introspection, evolution and a pinch of magic.

Can’t make these retreat dates?

No worries — we’ve got you. If the listed dates don’t align with your schedule, simply gather a group of 8 or more, and we’ll curate a private retreat experience just for you in Greece. Reach out to us, and let’s create something beautiful together.

WHAT AWAITS YOU:

During our retreat, you will have the opportunity to experience:

1. Yoga & Breathwork.
Our day will start with a delightful Vinyasa Flow session on the Timbuktu terrace, with a wonderful view of the sea and Monte Monaco. Prepare yourself for creative, challenging sequences accompanied by spiritual themes, immersive music and Kirtan. 

2. Practical Herbalism Workshops.
Learn to create your own natural remedies, such as herbal teas, tinctures, oleolites, ointments, body balms, and cosmetic products. 

3. Forest Bathing in Nature.
Through these guided meditation practices in nature, you will improve your concentration skills, your connection with your surroundings, and your mood. 

4. Rituals
We will celebrate Beltane together, the festival of the wheel of the year that falls in early May, with rituals that will allow you to explore your interiority, connect with the elements, and feel an integral part of the community. 

5. Rock Climbing (supervised by Alpine Guides) - optional activity, but included for all.
Thanks to this activity,y you will increase your self-confidence, your mental resilience, your body awareness and your stress management skills. You will also feel incredibly powerful!

6. Free your voice through singing and drumming with frame drums.
These practices will allow you to express and release blocked emotions, release physical and emotional tension and connect with your inner spiritual dimension.

7. Dance and Movement
Ecstatic dance is a free and spontaneous form of dance in which the body is invited to move freely. Through spontaneous movement, you will be able to express emotions that you cannot express with words, expressing repressed feelings and letting the body tell what it really feels. 

8. Cacao
Cacao medicine will accompany us in a ritual to enhance our practices, allow the opening of the heart, and create a deep connection with our emotions.

9. Women's Circles with Sharing and Journaling
Through sharing experiences and reflections, you will feel heard and supported, reconnecting with your feminine. Our circles create intimacy and a sacred container for our retreat.

10. Practical Workshops on Relationship Astrology.
You will understand your relational style, your emotional needs and your strengths and weaknesses in relationships, breaking cycles that repeat themselves or that are limiting your ability to be in relationships. 

What happens in Awaken the Witch?

The Program for this retreat is purposely not detailed to allow for a more authentic and deep immersion.
Over the years, we have realised that not knowing exactly what will happen moment by moment helps to let go of control, promotes the development of trust and flexibility, and also allows one to be much more present in the moment.

That said, as in the other “witchy” retreats of Ameriga, you can expect a lot of time in nature, among the caves and paths of the area around San Vito lo Capo, many moments of personal growth, journaling, sharing and reflection, rituals, chants, and lots and lots of movement between yoga, trekking and dances. There will also be workshops on astrology and herbalism, to return home with practical tools to live like a witch!

Retreat Location:

Zingaro Reserve. The most admired natural jewels in Sicily, with rosemary groves, olive trees and pint-sized palm trees.

Accommodation Details:

Timbuktu Hostel has a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation features karaoke and a shared kitchen.  At the hostel, rooms have a wardrobe. Rooms are equipped with a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms have a balcony and some have city views. All rooms at Timbuktu Hostel have air conditioning and a desk.

• Views: Balcony, City view, View, Garden view
• Wellness: Massage
• Deluxe Double Room: 1 large double bed
• Large Double Room: 2 beds (1 single, 1 extra-large double)
• Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room: 2 beds in dormitories: 2 bunk beds
• Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room: 3 beds in dormitories: 3 bunk beds
• Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room: 6 beds in dormitories: 6 bunk beds

Getting There:

Flights

Illuminate Retreats provides a complimentary travel concierge to advise and help you book your flights. Before booking your flight, we recommend consulting with us. Our team can help you source the best options available.

Property Location:

San Vito lo Capo

It is recommended to arrive in Palermo or Trapani.  Trapani Airport is 56 km from the property.

No worries — we’ve got you. If the listed dates don’t align with your schedule, simply gather a group of 8 or more, and we’ll curate a private retreat experience just for you in Morocco. Reach out to us, and let’s create something beautiful together. 

Cancellations: 

You can cancel your retreat booking for free up to two weeks before it starts. If you cancel within two weeks, you’ll get half of your money back. Plus, if we find someone else to take your spot, you’ll get 75% back. We know plans can change, so we’re here to help. Just ask if you have any questions about our cancellation policy. We want you to feel happy and relaxed about your booking!

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend that our luminees get travel insurance to mitigate any unforeseen losses that may occur. This goes a long way to securing your travel and ensuring that your experience is as hassle-free as possible. Illuminate Retreats will not be held responsible for any travel-related damages, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service