Cover From HolyMama Bali retreats to the women-only world of Camp Chateau, we look at the coolest female-led retreats across the world (Photo: HolyMama Retreats)
From HolyMama Bali retreats to the women-only world of Camp Chateau, we look at the coolest female-led retreats across the world (Photo: HolyMama Retreats)
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From Bali’s famous Escape Haven retreats to the women-only world of Camp Chateau in the southwest of France, we look at the coolest female-led retreats across the world
Why are women-only retreats captivating modern-day female travellers? With female-only tours growing in popularity amongst international travellers, it stands to reason that female-only retreats have the same appeal in offering a safe space for anyone–from digital nomads and retired mothers to work-weary CEOs in need of some respite.
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From the serene landscapes of France’s Camp Château to the exotic allure of a motherhood-centric retreat in Ubud, Bali, we look at five such retreats that offer unique escapes with flexibility and curation. Popular destinations like Bliss Sanctuary and Escape Haven in Bali provide luxurious havens where women can unwind, rejuvenate, and connect with like-minded souls.
Camp Chateau, Lot Valley, France
If the allure of spending a week in a hilltop castle in the Southwest of France didn’t get you, you’re bound to be taken captive by the serene setting that is Camp Château, a summer camp for women that’s located in the enchanting Lot Valley at Château de Béduer. This all-female camping experience is the brainchild of CEO Philippa Girling, a former C-suite banking exec who saw the value of a rustic retreat for her network of professional working women of different ages.
Think quiet corners for journaling, bedroom windows opening up to windy hills, afternoons lounging by the pool, and evenings savouring wine while sharing stories with new and old friends.
Whatever her journey, each traveller at Camp Château is invited to a rejuvenating, joyful experience where they can curate their adventure.
Forget over-crowded itineraries and tourist gimmicks, this all-women retreat lets you choose from a variety of wonderful activities–from instructive activities to self-driven experiences–all designed to restore your soul and revive your spark.
Whether you’re kayaking along the river Célé, fruit-picking in the orchard, or just relaxing over a glass of wine in the courtyard with the other ladies, a trip to Camp Château will give you the luxury of taking your day as you please, as aptly described in their marketing: ‘Do everything or do nothing, it’s your choice.’
Learn more at campchateau.com
NomadHer’s Jeju Haenyeo Camp, South Korea
The team behind the leading female solo travel app, NomadHer, have unsurprisingly curated a series of thrilling all-girl camps in South Korea and Bali to sate the wanderlust warriors out there. We expect no less after all from the same team that has organised the Female Globetrotter Festival across Seoul, Paris, and San Francisco since 2019 with a mission to connect and inspire female travellers.
You might already have seen Instagram reels and TikToks of NomadHer’s popular Jeju Haenyeo Camp: a three-day exploration of South Korea’s breathtaking southern coast paradise where an extraordinary group of women known as the Haenyeo divers who collect seafood from the bottom of the ocean without any diving gear.
Outdoorsy gals will love NomadHer’s other women’s camps like the Busan Sisterhood Surf Camp (available from April to October 2025) or the Bali Sisterhood Surf Camp–the latter open for bookings from May to October 2025. If hiking is your passion, then NomadHer’s all-female hiking expeditions in beautiful regions such as Jeju Island and Seoraksan National Park will offer great company and unbeatable mountain views.
Fun fact: NomadHer founder Hyojeong Kim took a Trans-Siberian train from Paris to Busan, South Korea when she was 20 years old.
Learn more at nomadher.com/travel-camp
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Escape Haven, Bali, Indonesia
Above Guests can stroll through tropical gardens, relax in private spa treatment rooms, or swim in the lagoon-style salt-water pool (Photo: Escape Haven)
Guests can stroll through tropical gardens, relax in private spa treatment rooms, or swim in the lagoon-style salt-water pool (Photo: Escape Haven)
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Ranked the top women’s yoga retreat in Bali on TripAdvisor, Escape Haven is an award-winning retreat that first came on the scene over 15 years ago, prioritising stepping back, slowing down, and overall well-being. Guests can choose from a variety of retreats with various themes, from mother-daughter retreats to others that centre around meditation, pilates, Ayurveda, surfing, detox and more.
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Located in the trendy beach town of Canggu, this luxurious custom-built sanctuary is bordered by a flowing river and just a short distance from the ocean. Guests can stroll through tropical gardens, relax in private spa treatment rooms, or swim in the lagoon-style salt-water pool.
Did you know that Escape Haven even offers a Bali Menopause Retreat? This six-night, expert-led retreat is designed to help women navigate the hormonal journey from perimenopause to menopause, offering insights by leading holistic practitioners, fitness experts, Ayurveda nutritionists and movement experts to help participants feel nurtured, supported and at ease.
Learn more at escapehaven.com
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HolyMama Retreats, Bali & Ibiza
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HolyMama Retreats
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HolyMama retreats offer a sacred space for mothers and children to reconnect, heal, and be nurtured.
Designed to ease the overwhelm of modern motherhood, these retreats create a loving, supportive environment where women are truly seen and heard. The Water Priestess retreat, returning in May 2025 in the lush surroundings of Ubud, Bali, blends mystical Balinese traditions with transformative experiences—water blessings with a high priestess, sound healing at Pyramids of Chi, yoga, and more.
The original birth place of the HolyMama retreats is in beautiful Ibiza, an island paradise setting the backdrop to retreats that have helped many women get back in touch with their feminine energy and inner wellness. For now, the Ibiza location is only for bespoke retreats for leaders and ‘spiritual CEOs’, so be sure to check out HolyMama’s Bali offerings for more information on its matrifocal wellness packages.
Learn more at holymama.info
Bliss Sanctuary for Women, Bali
Tucked away in the serene rice paddies of Canggu, Bliss Sanctuary for Women offers a deeply restorative retreat for women traveling solo—without ever feeling alone. Designed for ultimate relaxation, this sanctuary is a haven of peace, where daily massages, unlimited yoga, and nourishing meals provide pure indulgence.
With no kids, no couples, and only a handful of guests at a time, privacy and tranquility are assured. Whether exploring Bali’s vibrant culture, unwinding in meditation spaces, or simply embracing stillness, Bliss Sanctuary invites women to reconnect with themselves and recharge. There’s also an impressive range of packages here, from an ‘Eat Pray Love’-inspired package featuring all the experiences shown in the movie of the same name to retreats focusing on pilates, food, surfing and culture or wellness.
Learn more at blisssanctuaryforwomen.com
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