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Surrounded by the lush rainforest and ocean air of Bowen Island, this immersive weekend retreat with Evolve Retreats is designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and return to yourself. Held at the beautiful Nectar Yoga Retreat, the experience blends intentional Evolve yoga practices, reflection, nourishing meals, nature, and meaningful connection in a way that supports both deep restoration and personal growth.
Rooted in the philosophy of “living your yoga,” each day weaves together thoughtfully themed Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative Yoga, meditation, journaling, group circles, and spacious time to rest and integrate. Guests are invited to move through the weekend at their own rhythm, whether that looks like cozy fireside conversations, exploring forest trails, enjoying the MIST Thermal Sanctuary, or simply slowing down enough to listen inward.
This Bowen Island retreat is an invitation to step away from the busyness of everyday life and immerse yourself in a supportive community experience designed to inspire clarity, joy, reflection, and renewal.
Accommodation at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island
Daily Evolve yoga practices
Guided journaling, reflection, and group circles
Thoughtfully themed retreat programming and workshops
Nourishing meals throughout the retreat
MIST Thermal Sanctuary circuit
Spacious free time to rest, explore nature trails, connect, or unwind
A supportive and intentionally curated community experience rooted in living your yoga
Transportation to and from Bowen Island
Ferry costs
Travel insurance
Additional treatments or spa services
Optional activities outside of the retreat itinerary
“My first ever time with Evolve Retreats and it surpassed my expectations! Mikaela is a gentle, empathetic and strong spaceholder who brings the right kind of people together and knows what she’s doing. You can tell that hosting Retreats is where all of her strengths come together and that she deeply cares about her participants and their experiences. I loved what we created as a group during Yoga, Sharing Circles and Off-Site adventures. It’s incredible how our group bonded within days. If you are looking for a fun, connecting and deeply nourishing Retreat experience – congrats, you’ve found it!” – Lisa | Vienna, Austria
“Evolve retreats has a way of staying with you long after you leave. From the moment you arrive, you feel the intentionality behind everything Mikaela creates. The balance was perfect: yoga, pilates, movement, incredible food, and real connection with amazing humans. Sunrises, sunsets, laughter, tears of joy, tears of life breakthroughs, it’s all part of it. What makes Evolve different is that it nurtures you on every level. Mikaela and Mama Sue create a container where the friendships feel genuine, the breakthroughs feel safe, and everything feels just natural. This was my second retreat and I’m already planning to come back.” – Sara | Vancouver, British Columbia
“This retreat will be remembered for years to come. Mikaela is extremely professional yet very loving and personable. Her daily themes allowed us to explore what yoga is all about without making it feel like we’re in school. Like minded souls coming together and living our best lives. I highly recommend doing one of her retreats. I know I’ll be returning.” – Jennifer | Ottawa, Ontario
