Wild Women's Retreat
We gather to remind us that inside every woman lives a wolf, a river, a flame that cannot be extinguished. Together we shed the skins we were told to wear, the masks that demanded we be “pretty” and “a good girl,” and we reclaim what has always been ours, the right to be whole, untamed, and alive. This retreat is not an escape. It is a return to the body that holds anger, desire, grief, and joy and refuses silence and numbness.
Dates:
8-13 June 2026
13-19 July 2026
ABOUT THE RETREAT
This is a journey into the wilderness within and around us, a return to the wild and instinctual aspects of being a woman. It is a container where we unlearn what we were taught about worth and beauty, and remember the body not as a machine or commodity, but as a source of wisdom, creativity, and collective strength.
We refuse the story that healing is only individual. While much of new age spirituality tells us to look inward alone, this retreat reminds us that our bodies, grief, joy, and rage are deeply interconnected.
Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of myths and stories in Women Who Run with the Wolves, we weave movement, ritual, and story into practices of reclamation. Together, we remember the power of gathering to heal, to resist, to transform.
THE PRICES & ACCOMMODATION
For a 7-day (6-night) retreat, including all classes, workshops, hikes, accommodation at The Grove, and two vegetarian buffets daily. The group will consist of a maximum of 24 participants. The price covers everything for the week, except flights and transportation to the retreat space.
We believe that collective healing should be accessible to all. For those with financial constraints, we offer Community Care Spots including a Retreat Support Spot (50% off for someone supporting daily tasks), Scholarship Spots (50% off, with priority for women from the Balkans and BIPOC communities), and a Returner Discount (10% off for past participants). Apply here: [link]. If you need your returner code, email us: hello@tara-retreats.com
“The doors to the world of the wild are few but precious. If you have a deep scar, that is a door, if you have an old, old story, that is a door. If you love the sky and the water so much you almost cannot bear it, that is a door. If you yearn for a deeper life, a full life, a sane life, that is a door.”
― Clarissa Pinkola Estes, Women Who Run With the Wolves
A DAY AT THE RETREAT
- 08:00 – Movement & Embodiment
- 10:00 – Brunch
- 11:00 – Myth Reading Circle
- 15:00 – Afternoon Workshop or Free time
- 17:00 – Dinner
- 19:00 – Evening Gather
WE WILL EXPLORE
- Connection with the wild and instinctual self
- Shedding the masks of “pretty” and “good”
- Myths and stories as mirrors and guides
- Practices for anger, grief, shame, joy, and desire
- Living cyclically remembering the wisdom of body rhythms
- Foraging and plants as teachers of resilience
- Understanding how systems of oppression and capitalism have shaped us
DIGITAL DETOX
We recommend a digital detox to help you reconnect with your wild nature. While it’s not required, stepping away from technology can create space for deeper immersion in the natural world and allow you to rediscover your innate instincts.
THE PLACE “The Grove” Montenegro
The Grove is a beautifully restored mill house nestled in the historic town of Stari Bar, Montenegro. Surrounded by ancient olive trees, mountain trails, and a freshwater stream flowing through the land, it offers a quiet refuge from the pace of everyday life. Just 20 minutes from the Adriatic coast, Stari Bar is alive with history and charm cobbled paths, the ruins of an old fortress, hidden waterfalls, and groves that have carried stories for centuries.
Meals are prepared in Sham’s kitchen, where Palestinian food is cooked with warmth and care. Nourishing dishes are made with seasonal produce from local farms, filling the table with flavors that are both homely and deeply rooted in tradition. Eating together becomes a ritual of belonging a way of sharing culture, story, and community through every bite.
Your Facilitators
Marijana Lemm
Marijana Lemm
What our past guests have to say:
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a packing list that you might find helpful when getting ready for the retreat ahead:
- Comfortable clothes for movement and other activities
- Closed suitable shoes for walking/hiking
- Swimsuit if you want to go swimming (we also have a Jacuzzi)
- Journal and pens
- Toiletries (all natural products are suggested due to the organic sewage system)
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat for sunny days
- Mosquito repellent
- Rain jacket (in case it happens to rain)
- Sea shoes (there may be sea urchins at the beach)
You can travel to our retreats either by air plane, train or bus.
For getting to the retreat from Sutomore train station, Tivat airport or Podgorica airport, there is a great local taxi driver Stefan who you can contact beforehand via Whatsapp (+382 69444506). We will be creating a whatsapp group chat for everyone a little closer to the retreat start date where you can find other guests you might like to carpool with.
For the latest information on our Reschedule & Cancellation policy, please click here.
Yes, we welcome all women between the age of 18 to 80 to this retreat. We love having a variety of ages on our retreat and it is wonderful to see different generations connecting and sharing their wisdom with each other. On average our guests for this retreat are usually between early 20s to mid 30s.
There will be a digital detox on the whole retreat.
The maximum group size for this retreat is 25 women.
You absolutely can! Most of our guests come alone and love the experience. It is a safe environment to be yourself and form authentic friendships. We have seen some of the most beautiful connections blossom during these retreats.
Depending on your flights, you may have an extra day to enjoy Montenegro before:
Our favourite places to enjoy your time in Montenegro:
- Hoopoe Glamping (Lake Skadar)
- The Grove Hostel (Bar)
- Wild river rafting at Tara River (Grab Etno Village)
- Kite Surfing at Ada Bojana
- Porcelani (mountainside getaway airbnb neat Skadar)
- Hiking in the Cursed Mountains or Dormitor
- Airbnbs in our nearby town Buljarica & Petrovac
If you would like to adventure a little further and have more time, Kotor is a beautiful, UNESCO world herited city and if you love nature we would recommend you to go explore the Durmitor mountains, Tara river and the cursed mountains near Albania, for some of the most beautiful, clear lakes!
If you would like to know more about nice places to stay in Montenegro, feel free to email us and we will give you more information.