Alqueva Lake | Portugal - Walking Mentorship

Program overview

Many of us crave a break from the 24/7 connection of our cell phones and computers. Maybe it’s the feeling of being always available. Perhaps it’s all the digital noise that keeps you from hearing your thoughts. Maybe it’s the fear of missing out, which is inevitable if we continually watch what other people are doing on social media.

We can only see and hear certain things when there are no distractions around. The program in Alqueva Lake can make that happen at the moment when you need it.

Walk around the ancient millenary region of Monsaraz, between the great lake and the megaliths spread out in the region.
Slow down, reconnect with yourself, others, and nature through our mentorship programs.
Create an Action plan to help you keep the momentum and the insights you collect throughout the program.

4 days

Standard: 1400€
Early Bird (60 days before): 900€
Alumni: 700€

VAT not included. We believe our programs change lives, so we have a fellowship grant program to make them accessible to everyone - please apply below

Location:

Alqueva Lake - Portugal

Group size:

12 people

Distance:

10-15 Km per day

Program overview

We can only see and hear certain things when there are no distractions around. The program in Alqueva Lake can make that happen at the moment when you need it.

Walk around the ancient millenary region of Monsaraz, between the great lake and the megaliths spread out in the region.
Slow down, reconnect with yourself, others, and nature through our mentorship programs.
Create an Action plan to help you keep the momentum and the insights you collect throughout the program.

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Our clients’ experience

I have lived the most rewarding experience of my life.

One day I heard an interview in which João explained why he created the Walking Mentorship, and I immediately thought that it was what I wanted. It was much more than walking. It is also thinking, reliving, going back to the past, imagining the future and another date of sensations that I can not explain. I have lived the most rewarding experience of my life, which I know will help me to grow in the coming times; It is a seed that is planted in us and grows over time.

Henriqueta Loureiro

TransJHL

The Walking Mentorship triggered a wonderful inner transformation and helped me to pause.

I am a mother of 3, I am a kindergarten teacher and I love being with my family and friends, travelling and relaxing. During the pandemic, I discovered that walking allows us to re-energise and reconnect. The Walking Mentorship triggered a wonderful inner transformation, helped me to pause, reflect, rethink, prioritize and allow me to understand that finding our purpose puts our heart, soul and body at rest. At our own pace, we learn that there is no right or wrong and that the more we give the more we get.

Joana Ruivo

Teacher

Assertiveness to establish an action plan that guided the next chapters of my life.

I joined the Walking Mentorship Program at a time in my life when I was adrift and collect 2 great insights: On the one hand, getting to know practically all the green spaces of my dear Lisbon, calming the mind in this immense tranquillity; On the other hand, finding the necessary serenity to not only recover the foundations, the internal structure, and the direction of my path; and everything with energy, focus, and assertiveness to establish an action plan that guided the next chapters of my life.

Maria João Martins

General Manager at Mobile focus

Walking Mentorship's programs remind us of our forgotten wisdom.

Walking Mentorship's programs remind us of our forgotten wisdom, the deep insight we all keep inside, which is just waiting to be felt. Through his life experience and humanity, João knows how to touch a soul spot to heal and remember what is needed.
In a few words, the real challenge consists of letting us flow. And a good mentor is the float to rely on as we learn to trust ourselves enough. You can trust João in your journey. We all need to remember ourselves even a little bit. Keep walking, keep flowing!

Miriam Lopez

Educator and editor

You finish the week with a better and clearer view of your life.

João´s program is very well built-up, he is detail-oriented and cares about us in every sense. You finish the week of walking with a better and clearer view of life and he brings out your strengths from deep inside of you. I fully recommend to everyone to join him on one of his journeys, I will definitely be back soon!

Réka Vidáts

Owner at RéLounge events

Duration

Typically 4-day experience from Thursday to Sunday. We usually gather the group on the first evening for a night walk to start our slowdown process and resume the walking part of the program the following day. It is also important to finalise on a Sunday just after lunch to keep the afternoon to travel back home and have the space to make a smooth transition to a normal life.

Dynamics

We use a methodology that helps you update your reality map and revise your action plan for the near future. Since 2015 almost 1000 people have embarked on a unique journey towards the best version of themselves. A trustworthy space to gain control over your life, clarify your ideal future, align your purpose with your vision and create an action plan.

What's included:

Exclusive Walking Mentorship methodology.
Individual Mentoring Sessions during the program.
After the program, an individual feedback session to support your personal plan.
Time to walk on your own and with each participant.
Personal Insurance.
Pre-walk orientation session.
3 nights double occupancy accommodation.
All breakfasts, lunches and evening meals with drinks included.

Activity Level

Average of 10-15 Km per day
Suitable for anyone reasonably fit and healthy
No specific walking experience required

Walk in the first starlight tourism destination in the World. Slow down with like-minded people on the same path of self-development. A guided journey of the Dark Sky Reserve on the Observatory facilities.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Alqueva Exercise - Slow down

The group gathers close to Monsaraz, a beautiful medieval castle for an early dinner of traditional Portuguese food getting the feeling of the serene Alentejo and positive energy.
You will take a night walk to slow down and reflect on the different aspects of your currrent situation, starting with some fundamental questions.

Day 2 - Menir of Outeiro and Castle of Monsaraz Exercise - Reconnect

You will reconnect with you and the ones around you, guided by thought provocative questions.

Day 3 - Harbour of Monsaraz Exercise - Gain perspective

You will gain perspective and imagine your future, inspired by a walk at your pace and a breathtaking landscape.

Day 4 - Free walk Exercise - Take action

You will gather your insights and transform those into actions you will commit to.

Accommodations

Day 1

Horta da Coutada

1 night - Twin room

A unique Rural Tourism at the foot of the hillside that gives access to the castle of Monsaraz, next to the Lake Alqueva Observatory (O.L.A.) and surrounded by a enchanted garden.

Day 2

Horta da Coutada

1 night - Twin room

A unique Rural Tourism at the foot of the hillside that gives access to the castle of Monsaraz, next to the Lake Alqueva Observatory (O.L.A.) and surrounded by a enchanted garden.

Day 3

Horta da Coutada

1 night - Twin room

A unique Rural Tourism at the foot of the hillside that gives access to the castle of Monsaraz, next to the Lake Alqueva Observatory (O.L.A.) and surrounded by a enchanted garden.

day 4

Horta da Coutada

A unique Rural Tourism at the foot of the hillside that gives access to the castle of Monsaraz, next to the Lake Alqueva Observatory (O.L.A.) and surrounded by a enchanted garden.

Disclaimer: We reserve the right to change or modify any accommodation without prior notice for travellers' safety and/or comfort. If we make a significant change before departure because of a problem with a supplier, we will notify you of available alternatives as soon as possible.

We believe that our programs can change lives

Payment plans are available. Special conditions for unemployed, and under 30 y.o. If for some reason you cannot afford our prices, drop us a few lines presenting your case, and we will do our best to find solutions.

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