Set against a stunning natural backdrop at Nectar on Bowen Island, this restful getaway invites you to slow down and restore through Grounding Spa Yoga, calming Breathwork, and Mindful presence. We'll honour the quiet wisdom of winter’s end—creating space to reflect, reset, and reconnect before the energy of spring awakens.

Through a blend of Slow and Restorative Yoga, Guided Meditation, Breath Awareness, and contemplative practices, you'll be supported in softening the edges, releasing what no longer serves, and listening more deeply to your inner rhythms.

Join Carolyn in a comprehensive 5 day course at Nectar Yoga on Bowen Island, designed to help you explore the profound benefits of breathwork for both personal wellness and professional application. Dive deep into the when, where, and how of various breathwork practices, including techniques for both down-regulating and activating the nervous system to achieve optimal health.

Surrounded by nature and supported by a conscious community, this retreat offers an intentional pause—an invitation to gently take stock, release what no longer serves and reconnect with inner clarity as we step deeper into a season of rest.

Step away from the rush of everyday life and gift yourself the space to slow down, reflect on this quiet meditation retreat. Over 3 days and 2 nights, we will explore many types of Meditation, Mindfulness, and Breathing practices to give the entire system a gentle reset.

Join us for a transformative 4-night Silent Retreat at Nectar. Align with the quietude of the late Autumn season, fostering inner gentleness and intuitive insight. Experience the beauty of the forest here on Nexwlélexwm (Bowen Island), as you immerse yourself in silence and simplification, allowing yourself the gift of conscious deceleration. This retreat invites you to disconnect from any electronic devices, creating space for a deeper connection with nature, yourself, and the present moment.

Join Carolyn Budgell as you slow down and create space for new intentions and for healing. Over 3 days and 2 nights, we will explore many types of Meditation, Mindfulness, and Breathing practices to give the entire system a reset. There will be minimal gentle Spa Yoga included on this meditation retreat. While immersed in nature with like-minded beings, the invitation will be to take stock, release and listen with more clarity. 

This retreat is crafted for those who seek to explore creativity, invoke a sense of awe, and deepen their connection to spirits and animacy through practical potions-making and artful practices within contextual witchcraft rooted in Eastern esoteric traditions taught by Taiwanese Canadian spirit intermediary, Mimi Young of Ceremonie.

Join Madelyn Mulvaney Luminous Studios Founder, on a playful wellness retreat exploring a creatively expressive weekend at Nectar Yoga on Bowen Island. Our Luminous Winter addition is a cozy immersion into contemplation and seeding beautiful intentions for the Springtime. Restful and uplifting, our retreat will explore creative art workshops (painting/print making/clay creations) in self expression along with journaling, breathwork, walking meditations and poetry - practices intended to re-awaken a connection to inner joy in the most playful way.

Join Bryony Wright of Slow Burn Wellness at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island for a deeply restorative getaway. This retreat invites you to step away from the demands of daily life, connect with the rhythm of nature, and rediscover the profound art of rest. Over the course of this retreat, you’ll experience the healing power of deep relaxation through thoughtfully curated practices and experiences.

Step into a transformative journey where movement, mindfulness, and self-inquiry guide you through the depths of your inner world. This all-inclusive retreat is an invitation to explore the shadows within—your fears, doubts, and unspoken truths—and transform them into strength, wisdom, and self-love. Join us in this soul-nourishing experience, held at Nectar Retreat Centre, and rediscover the light that has always been within you.

Evolve Retreats was founded with the intention of helping you bring more fulfillment and clarity into your life. It’s so easy to get caught up in daily routines and lose sight of what truly matters. We bring together a community of like-minded individuals to create meaningful connections, all while supporting your personal growth and self-reflection. Through practices like yoga, meditation, journaling, workshops, and adventures, we offer a safe and nurturing space to explore who you are and who you have yet to become.

Join Giustina Easton for five days and four nights and gather on the magical shores of Bowen Island, British Columbia, a place where stillness meets vibrancy. Nestled within the cedar-scented forests of Nectar Yoga, you’ll find a sanctuary for your transformation. You’ll weave practices that anchor you in your breath, connect you to your body, and align you with the wisdom of the season. This is more than a retreat; it’s a reclamation of your ability to release, refine, and rise.

You’ve been holding it all together. Showing up. Doing the work. Being there for everyone. Imagine this… Waking up to the soft hush of nature instead of notifications. Stretching into a gentle morning yoga flow, breathing deeply, feeling present. Sipping warm tea, wrapped in a cozy blanket, as you watch the golden light dance through the trees.

Join Aaliya Noorani on a 2 night, 3 day retreat to Nectar Yoga on Bowen Island. Close to home, you will be transported to a lush forest wonderland. With daily physical practice, workshop style movement, traditional Vedic practices and a sauna/ cold plunge experience. Use this time to connect to your roots physically and in your environment. You will leave feeling more rooted and connected to self and others.

Join Cheyenne Merlo for a 3-day, 2-night retreat at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island (Nex̱wlélex̱m). Just a short 20-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay, Nectar offers Scandinavian-inspired accommodations nestled in the tranquility of an alder forest.

This weekend retreat is an invitation to reconnect with yourself through intentional movement, mindfulness, and relaxation. With yoga, pilates, breathwork, meditation, and time in nature, you’ll leave feeling recharged and renewed.

Join Bryony Wright of Slow Burn Wellness at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island for a deeply restorative getaway. This retreat invites you to step away from the demands of daily life, connect with the rhythm of nature, and rediscover the profound art of rest.

Over the course of this retreat, you’ll experience the healing power of deep relaxation through thoughtfully curated practices and experiences.

Join Julie McCormick and Samantha Hogue for a 3-day, 2-night retreat at Nectar Yoga Retreat on beautiful Bowen Island, BC. From September 24–26, 2025, immerse yourself in the calming embrace of nature, surrounded by whispering trees and ocean air. Give yourself the precious gift of time — to unwind, reset, and recharge — and return home feeling grounded, refreshed, and deeply renewed.

Join Bryony Wright of Slow Burn Wellness at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island for a deeply restorative getaway. This retreat invites you to step away from the demands of daily life, connect with the rhythm of nature, and rediscover the profound art of rest.

Over the course of this retreat, you’ll experience the healing power of deep relaxation through thoughtfully curated practices and experiences.

We’re delighted to welcome Pei Chai back to Nectar for her second time hosting Immerse Retreats, offering another opportunity to experience her thoughtful and heart-centered approach to self-discovery and renewal.

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to forget the importance of slowing down, pausing, and taking a moment to reconnect with yourself. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or simply in need of a reset, it’s time to take a step back and allow yourself the space to breathe, reflect, and rejuvenate.

Join Wildly Well Retreat at Nectar Yoga Retreat for a 4-night, soul-enriching getaway designed for those who value movement, mindfulness, and connection. Set amidst the tranquil beauty of Bowen Island, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity to reconnect with yourself, the natural world, and a like-minded community. Wildly Well retreats are thoughtfully curated to create meaningful connections and inspire a sense of inner nourishment. Through yoga, pilates, meditation, and nature immersion, you’ll leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and revitalized.

Step into a rejuvenating weekend escape where peace, nature, and intention come together in perfect harmony. Under the guidance of two experienced yoga teachers, you'll be invited to release the day-to-day stresses and immerse yourself in a transformative experience. Through mindful movement, restorative practices, and grounding connection to nature, this weekend retreat offers you the space to reset, reflect, and replenish. Let go of distractions and deepen your practice while embracing a renewed sense of balance, clarity, and peace.

Slow down, reflect, and honour what has passed while preparing for what lies ahead. Join Carolyn Budgell for a 3-day, 2-night retreat at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island, BC. Nestled in a serene forest just 20 minutes off the coast of Vancouver, Nectar offers a peaceful sanctuary to reset your mind, body, and spirit. Surrounded by lush trees and calming sounds of nature, this retreat provides the perfect environment for deep reflection, personal growth, and inner peace. Experience guided yoga, meditation, and wellness practices designed to help you reconnect with yourself and embrace the present moment.

Immerse yourself in peace and natural beauty on Bowen Island. Enjoy time away from the busyness of life with the opportunity to do as much or as little as you would like.  Each day includes guided yoga and meditation sessions designed to relax the body and clear the mind, along with forest walks, and time for rest and reflection. Healthy, plant-based meals plus a Thermal Mist experience support your wellness journey, while the serene surroundings of Nectar inspire a deep sense of calm. This retreat is perfect for anyone seeking renewal, clarity, and connection in a supportive, nature-rich environment.

Have you ever felt like there’s something more calling you, something deeper, and truer to who you are but you don’t quite know what that is? Maybe you've been following the path you thought you "should" be on, ticking off the boxes society says lead to success. But deep down, there’s a voice inside, a whisper of wisdom, urging you to listen, to follow it, and to invite more joy, play, and purpose into your life.

Join Ally Boothroyd and Kristyn Rose for an escape to the tranquil beauty of Bowen Island for a transformative 5-day retreat. "Soul Nectar" invites you to immerse yourself in daily Yoga Nidra, meditation, and mindful practices, all set against lush landscapes designed to rejuvenate your spirit. Enjoy nature walks, deep relaxation, and meaningful connections with a community of like-minded souls in this peaceful haven of Bowen Island, British Columbia, Canada.

This retreat offers a transformative 4-day experience of living amongst the trees, connecting with nature, and building a sacred community with each other and the land. Hosted at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island, this retreat is designed to provide a total mind-body-spirit reset. With purposeful, grounded, and detoxifying practices supported by a fully vegan meal plan, participants will embrace a slower pace, reconnecting with themselves and the natural world.

A 5-day immersive experience rooted in the essence of living yoga. Evolve Retreats were created with a heartfelt intention: to offer a space where yoga is not just practiced but fully embodied as a way of life. Clarity, inspiration, growth, and purpose arise not only through deep self-inquiry but also through moments of joy, connection, and presence. Through intentional practices, ceremonies, workshops and rest, we journey inward to remember who we are, and to realign with the life we feel called to create.

Join Ali Temple for The Empowered Empath Retreat. If you are a teacher, caretaker, parent, wellness professional or human who tends to put others needs before your own, these 3 days will serve you as an opportunity to slow down from your busy life and heal any feelings of overwhelm or burnout, to reset your nervous system in nature. You'll leave not only feeling deeply rejuvenated but also empowered to continue taking deep care of yourself, with a list of every day strategies and tools to take home with you so you can rebuild, protect and balance your energy whenever and wherever you need to. 

Join Cassie Connor, a 1200-hour+ Yoga Teacher and Certified Yoga Therapist, for her third retreat at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island, BC. This thoughtfully curated 4-night, 5-day experience offers a warm and welcoming space to rest, recharge, and reconnect, all while immersed in the natural beauty of this magical mountainous island.

Join Susan Kniseley-Foy and Judy Smith from July 9-13, 2025, for a transformative retreat at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island, British Columbia. Nestled in a pristine forest, this serene sanctuary offers the perfect setting to unplug, recharge, and reconnect with yourself in nature's embrace. Whether you're seeking rest, restoration, or an invigorating escape, this retreat is your opportunity to slow down, breathe deeply, and find harmony in a breathtaking natural environment.

Join Andrea Porter for a transformative 2-night women’s retreat at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Nexwlélexwm (Bowen Island), recognized by Condé Nast Traveler. This exclusive retreat invites you to reconnect with yourself through nourishing practices, luxurious experiences, and mindful moments in nature. This retreat is your invitation to step away from daily life and immerse yourself in practices that renew your body, mind, and spirit.