Adventure-loving cowgirls are welcomed with open arms (and a tip of our hats) to this 7-night retreat in the heart of Northern Patagonia. We'll make our home base in Bariloche, Argentina, the "Outdoors Capital of South America." Perfectly timed to combat winter woes with a healthy dose of sunshine, yoga, hiking, and horses, this once-in-a-lifetime retreat will quench your wanderlust and refresh your soul. We're thrilled to partner with Faraway Fly Fishing for this epic adventure!
Big Sky Yoga
COWGIRL YOGA™ and Hiking Patagonia
Women’s Yoga, Horseback Riding, and Hiking Retreat in Patagonia, Argentina
Bienvenido Vaqueras
SAVE THE DATE: March 2-9, 2024
Double Room (Shared Bath) = $5,395 per person
Triple Room (Shared Bath) = $5,095 per person
2024 online registration coming soon!
Please email margaret@bigskyyogaretreats.com to be given first dibs at signing up.
Ride Your Way to Namaste
Equal parts activity and rejuvenation, our days will focus on deepening your yoga practice, replenishing your mind and spirit, and nourishing your body with gourmet local fare. And you’ll need the nourishment because we’ll be exploring the best of Northern Patagonia’s outdoor offerings, on foot and hoof. Our horses are Criollos (“Mestizos”), a sturdy native breed that combines Friesians, Quarter Horses, Percherons, and Appaloosa and are perfectly suited to the rough mountain countryside…and snuggles.
But, don’t worry. There’s plenty of “down time” to recharge, journal, and enjoy our stunning surroundings.
NOTE: This retreat is not for beginner riders; we recommend riding experience and/or riding lessons to prepare. If you have been with us on Cowgirl Yoga before, you are qualified! Riders should be comfortable in the saddle (at all gaits) for 3-4 hours at a time, and riding through steep and varied terrain. You will be amazed at how much your seat improves after a week of riding like a gaucho!
You should also be fit enough to hike 3-4 hours at a time through varied terrain.
On this retreat, you'll enjoy:
Luxury Lodging
Spend seven nights in lavish quarters at "La Casa Moderna", a private house at the Arelauquen Golf and Country Club in the heart of Bariloche.
Daily Yoga Classes
Build body and mind self-awareness and openness through daily yoga classes. Flow, restorative and yin will be offered, depending on the day and its activities.
Los Baqueanos Ride
Saddle up for a ride on the shores of Gutierrez Lake, through enchanted forests, surrounded by mountain views, and a canter or two on the beach. After lunch at the lakeside lodge, we'll do it again.
Mallin Alto Ride
Ride like you've never ridden before across rivers, through pristine forests, and up the base of the Andes to a remote mountain ski hut, where lunch awaits. Sure-footed steeds, staggering views and adventure abound. After lunch, we descend by Jeep. You couldn't even make this up. *Watch the video below, that perfectly captures this day!
Patagonian Steppe Ride
You'll feel like you're in a movie on this ride through valleys, mountains, rivers, and the Patagonian steppe on a cattle ranch, where Butch Cassidy used to hang out. Enjoy an al fresco lunch that includes a traditional asado. Our host Martin Jones has become a Cowgirl Yoga legend.
Gourmet Meals & Wines
Enjoy daily gourmet fare prepared by our private chef and riding hosts, as well as picnic fare during hikes with local meats, vegetables, fruits, eggs, cheeses, breads, and beverages. (Dietary needs will be accommodated!) Sip and savor multiple Malbecs.
Mindfulness Exercises
Learn how to be more mindful and appreciative of the adventure of travel through meditation, intention-setting & journaling.
Cerro Llao Llao Hike
Our half day hike (the other half of the day will be spent shopping!) has one of the best views of Bariloche's lakes.
Cerro Buitreros Hike
Explore unusual rock formations in an otherworldly landscape that will make you feel like you're in a Dr. Suess adventure. Watch for the condors that nest in them. We'll have lunch on the trail.
Playa Muñoz Hike
An energizing hike that starts with a waterfall and ends on the beach at Lago Gutierrez, where relaxing chairs, tables and a fabulous picnic lunch have been brought in by boat just for us! We'll meditate on the rocks by the crystal clear water before we head back. After the hike there will be the opportunity for massages at our casa. *Watch the video below, that perfectly captures this day!
Seeing is Believing
Seeing is Believing
Bariloche, Argentina
San Carlos de Bariloche is a charming city in the province of Río Negro, Argentina, situated in the foothills of the Andes on the southern shores of Nahuel Huapi Lake. Our retreat centers around Nahuel Huapi National Park, but you’ll have time to explore local restaurants, cafés, and chocolate shops, too.
Planning Your Trip
Airfare is not included in your retreat cost, but transportation is included once you meet up with our group in Bariloche (via Buenos Aires and the Jorge Newbery domestic airport). Remember, you’ll need a valid passport.
Also, attendees must purchase travel insurance for this trip to cover all of our amazing trekking, horseback riding, sailing, and more! Please contact our Bozeman partner Kanna Travel.
Trip FAQs
Wondering exactly where we’re going and what we’ll be doing in Patagonia? Check out our frequently asked questions to learn everything you need to know before booking the Cowgirl Yoga™ and Hiking Patagonia retreat.
