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SAT NEWS - RETREATS & WELLBEING PART 1
 August 2026
  
Dear Travel Partner,

Wellbeing and health have become defining megatrends in travel. Today’s travellers are looking for more than traditional wellness, they seek meaningful experiences that nourish the body, mind and soul.
 
While South America may be less well known for holistic journeys and retreats, its extraordinary nature, ancient wisdom and living traditions offer a unique setting for reconnecting, restoring and finding balance – while embracing modern approaches to wellbeing.
 
With this in mind, we are delighted to introduce Part 1 of our SAT Collection of Retreats and Wellbeing. From individual wellbeing experiences that can be seamlessly added to an itinerary, to dedicated wellbeing journeys and holistic retreats, South America offers inspiring ways to create truly transformative travel.
 
We hope our selection inspires you to discover a different side of South America.
  
All the best,
Your SAT Team ðŸ¦‹
 
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Where to Find Us Next: Upcoming Shows & Events in 2026
  
The second half of 2026 promises an exciting lineup of industry events.
  
One of the highlights will be the inaugural ITB Americas, taking place in Guadalajara, Mexico, from 10–12 November 2026. As the first truly Pan-American B2B travel trade show, it will bring together tourism professionals from across the region, and we are delighted to be part of this milestone event. We hope to see you at our SAT stand!
  
We also look forward to meeting you at the following trade shows and industry events throughout the remainder of 2026:
More info
HOW TO SELL WELLBEING IN SOUTH AMERICA
Add-On: Integrate unique wellbeing experiences into any South America itinerary, adding meaningful moments of relaxation, mindfulness and connection to iconic destinations and highlights.
Dedicated Journey: Create a 7–10-day wellbeing journey designed to help travellers reconnect with themselves through mindful activities, while immersing themselves in South America’s extraordinary nature, local traditions and ancient rituals.
Holistic Retreat: Create a 10–14-day specialised retreat in a unique and spiritually inspiring destination for clients seeking deeper transformation, combining wellbeing, yoga and personal growth with mindful practices, ancient wisdom and expert guidance.
RETREATS & WELLBEING IN SOUTH AMERICA
SAT PERU
Mindful Retreats in the Heart of the Sacred Valley: Willka T'ika | Urubamba
Located in the heart of Peru's Sacred Valley, Willka T’ika is an award-wining wellness sanctuary dedicated to rejuvenation, reflection and connection with Andean culture. Founded in 1995, the retreat combines simple refined luxury with a deep respect for Pachamama, Mother Earth, and local Quechua traditions.
At the heart of the property are the Seven Chakra Gardens, a beautiful sanctuary filled with flowers, medicinal plants and Andean-inspired symbols. Each garden represents one of the body’s seven energy centers and provides a peaceful setting for yoga, meditation and nature-based activities.
The Willka T’ika Essential Wellness Program offers an immersive 7-day retreat, combining yoga and meditation, local hikes, Andean ceremonies, therapeutic treatments and organic vegetarian farm-to-table cuisine. Guests can also enjoy Andean massages, solar flower baths under the stars, medicinal plant experiences, sound healing and traditional sweat lodge ceremonies.
Photo credit: Willka T’ika
Contact SAT Peru
SAT BOLIVIA
Unique Salt Therapy: Luna Salada Hotel de Sal & Spa | Uyuni
Photo credit: Luna Salada
Set on the edge of Bolivia’s spectacular Uyuni Salt Flats, Luna Salada Hotel de Sal & Spa offers a truly unique stay surrounded by the vastness of the Salar de Uyuni. Built almost entirely from salt, the secluded hotel belnds distinctive Andean design with a strong focus on relaxation, nature and mindful experiences.
At the Sumaq Spa, the natural salt of the surrounding landscape takes centre stage, inspiring a range of soothing treatments in a tranquil and atmospheric setting. Guests can unwind in the steam room or hot tub, both offering panoramic views across the salt flats, or enjoy salt stone massages, reflexology and salt exfoliation. An outdoor deck with a fireplace provides the perfect place to slow down, breathe and take in the extraordinary landscape.
The hotel also offers special stargazing experiences, inviting guests to discover the ancient Andean connection to the cosmos beneath the incredibly clear skies of the Altiplano.
At the restaurant, healthy Andean cuisine showcases local ingredients such as quinoa, cañahua and regional herbs, complementing a stay centred around wellbeing, nature and a deeper connection with this extraordinary destination.
Contact SAT Peru for Bolivia
SAT ECUADOR
The Secrets & Myths of the Amazon: Minga Lodge & Sanctuary | Coca
Deep in the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest, Minga Lodge & Sanctuary combines eco-luxury, holistic wellbeing and authentic Amazonian experiences. Here, ancient Amazonian traditions meet modern wellness approaches to create space for reconnection, renewal and transformation.
A highlight is Minga’s Biohacking & Longevity Program, offered on set departure dates throughout the year. Combining cutting-edge longevity science with the healing power of the rainforest, the program focuses on optimising wellbeing, restoring balance and supporting long-term vitality, with experiences such as Vagal Nerve Training, hot and cold plunge therapy, detox, tailored nutrition and recovery treatments.
Minga’s Superfood Farm provides fresh, organic ingredients for its farm-to-table cuisine, while holistic experiences include forest bathing, sound baths, Temazcal rituals and sacred cacao ceremonies. During their stay, guests also explore the rainforest through wildlife encounters, canoeing and cultural experiences with local communities and Indigenous knowledge keepers.
Photo credit: Minga Lodge
Contact SAT Ecuador
SAT COLOMBIA
Reconnecting with Nature, Self and Community: One Santuario | Palomino, Sierra Nevada
Photo credit: One Santuario Natural
Located within the One Love Reserve, an 80-hectare natural reserve in the heart of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta near Palomino, One Santuario is a hotel, nature resort and wellness retreat centre where nature, movement, mindfulness and meaningful connection come together.
Its dedicated retreats are designed as immersive experiences that invite guests to slow down, reconnect and restore balance between body, mind and spirit. Depending on the programme, experiences include conscious conscious movement, yoga, meditation, hiking, temazcal, river activities, creative practices and farm-to-table cuisine.
One Santuario’s special connection to the surrounding landscape and local culture is reflected in selected retreats that include visits to Kogui communities, offering deeper insights into the Sierra Nevada and its cultural heritage.
Day passes and individual experiences at One Santuario are also available, allowing guests to enjoy the unique setting, wellness activities and cuisine without committing to a dedicated retreat.
Contact SAT Colombia
SAT ARGENTINA
Secluded Mountain Retreat: Aguas Arriba Lodge | Lago del Desierto, El Chaltén
Hidden on the shores of Lago del Desierto, Aguas Arriba Lodge is a remote retreat near El Chaltén, in the heart of Argentine Patagonia, surrounded by pristine forests, glaciers, mountains and rivers. Accessible only by boat or a scenic mountain trail, this secluded lodge with just 5 exclusive suites offers a unique sense of peace, privacy and connection with nature.
On the private 1,300-acre property, guests can explore trails through forests, meadows and remote mountain landscapes, or enjoy birdwatching and fly-fishing. Thanks to its proximity to El Chaltén, Argentina’s National Capital of Trekking, Aguas Arriba is also an ideal base for exploring the region’s iconic trails, including Laguna de los Tres, at the foot of Mount Fitz Roy. More adventurous travellers can opt for high-mountain trekking, glacier crossings and climbing with specialised guides.
Back at the lodge, guests can relax by the fireplace or practise yoga and meditation on the forest yoga deck, or, on colder days, inside the cosy yoga dome with herbal infusions, blankets and the warmth of the stove.
Aguas Arriba brings together wild nature, adventure and wellbeing in an extraordinary setting to explore Patagonia at its most pristine and reconnect with the essential.
Photo credit: Aguas Arriba Lodge
Contact SAT Argentina
SAT BRAZIL
A Regenerative Nature Retreat: Ibiti Project | Minas Gerais
Photo credit: Ibiti Projeto
Just a 4-hours-drive from Rio de Janeiro, Ibiti Project is a unique retreat in the Mantiqueira mountains, set across more than 6,000 hectares of land, combining nature, wellbeing and regeneration. More than an eco-luxury hideaway, it is a pioneering project dedicated to rewilding, biodiversity and community development.
Guests can reconnect through yoga, meditation, sound healing and holistic spa treatments, complemented by hiking, waterfall bathing, horseback riding and e-bike excursions. The experience is complemented by organic Mineiro cuisine and opportunities to discover Ibiti’s pioneering Muriqui conservation programme.
Three distinctive accommodation concepts – Ibiti Village, Engenho Lodge and Remote – offer everything from charming village houses and an elegant restored farmhouse with spa to secluded bungalows immersed in nature.
What makes Ibiti truly special is its regenerative approach to wellbeing: personal renewal is directly connected to the restoration of the environment. A meaningful choice for travellers seeking a transformative retreat where nature, wellbeing and conscious luxury come together.
Contact SAT Brazil
SAT CHILE
Atacama Sagrada: Hotel Kimal | San Pedro de Atacama
In the heart of San Pedro de Atacama, Hotel Kimal combines boutique charm, local authenticity and holistic wellbeing, creating a peaceful retreat from which to explore the extraordinary Atacama Desert. Built with traditional local materials, the hotel reflects the spirit and heritage of the destination while embracing responsible tourism.
At the heart of the experience is Kimal Relax, a dedicated wellness centre offering massages, therapies, daily yoga classes, meditation and restorative rituals - from aromatherapy and Thai massages to sound healing, crystal therapy and fresh vegan smoothies.
The 4-day Atacama Sagrada programme takes wellbeing a step further, combining nature, authentic local experiences and the energy of the desert. Guests unwind at the Puritama Hot Springs, practise mindful walking and forest bathing, experience Andean ceremonies and Atacameño traditions, float in the lagoons of the Atacama Salt Flat and connect with the unique desert sky through contemplative stargazing experiences.
A journey of rest, reconnection and renewal, Atacama Sagrada offers a meaningful way to experience the desert, combining its powerful landscapes and ancient traditions with moments of wellbeing and inner balance.
Photo credit: Hotel Kimal
Contact SAT Chile
SAT URUGUAY
Spiritual Retreat in Uruguay’s Countryside: Cerro Mistico | Minas
Photo credit: Cerro Mistico
Set in the peaceful Lavalleja countryside, just 15 minutes from Minas, Cerro Mistico is a unique retreat for spirituality, wellbeing and reconnection with nature. Surrounded by 50 hectares of private parkland and more than 3 km of nature trails, it offers four exclusive rooms and the self-sustainable Casa del Bosque.
Guests can enjoy hiking, mindful nature walks, interpretive trails, yoga, meditation and wellness workshops, complemented by healthy cuisine using organic ingredients from the hotel’s own garden.
 
Cerro Mistico also offers pre-arranged and fully personalised 3-day retreats focusing on self-knowledge and personal development, mental peace and connection with nature, or silence and inner peace. Depending on the retreat, activities include meditation, conscious walks, forest bathing, yoga, Chi Kung, creative practices and reflective workshops.
With panoramic terraces, pools and private outdoor fireplaces, Cerro Mistico offers a peaceful space to slow down, reconnect and restore, whether as a dedicated retreat or a meaningful wellbeing experience within a wider journey through Uruguay.
Contact SAT Uruguay
Upcoming Office Closures in September 2026
Please kindly note that our offices will remain closed on the following national holidays:
SAT BRAZIL
07 September
SAT CHILE
18 & 19 September
For guests travelling during this period, our 24/7 emergency support hotlines remains available at all times.
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