Pyrenees Adventure Retreat: Recover, Reset, Revive
Are you looking to escape social media; release the pressure of being in the public eye; rediscover yourself; or are running on empty due to the pressures of work — it’s time to reset properly.
When was the last time you properly switched off? Not a long weekend where you still checked your email. Not a holiday where you spent half of it thinking about what you’d come back to. Actually off. If you can’t remember — or if that answer makes you uncomfortable — the Pyrenees Adventure Retreat is for you.
Four days in the Catalan Pyrenees. No agenda. No noise. Just space. This is a small-group wellbeing retreat designed for high performers experiencing burnout or sustained pressure. Led by Andrew Jenkins, star of BBC’s The Traitors, and hosted by Challenge The Wild; this clinically informed reset takes place in one of Europe’s most remote and restorative mountain ranges.
Not a spa weekend. Not a team-building exercise. Something rarer…
Why the Pyrenees?
Because you can’t check Slack from a canyon. Because cold water and mountain air can jolt you out of ‘always-on’ mode in ways a meeting room never will. Because your brain needs genuine boredom — no notifications, no agenda, no digital distractions — before it can think clearly again. The wilderness isn’t decoration. It’s the reset mechanism.
The Catalan Pyrenees — with their hidden lagoons, steep canyons and quiet valleys — are about as far from the office as you can get without leaving Europe. Based near the village of Sadernes, you’ll hike, swim, explore waterfalls and caves, and rediscover what it feels like to just be.
Your Four-Day Reset: What Happens
Day 1: Arrive in the Valley
Hike through a dry riverbed to reach Pont de Valenti, your base for the next four days. Guided meditation to help you start to stop. Settle in. Dinner.
Day 2: The Blue Lagoon
Follow a pilgrim’s trail along the riverbed to swim in the crystal-clear Blue Lagoon — exploring hidden caves and waterfalls. Return on the higher path with views across the mountains.
Workshop: Challenges of Our Times.
Day 3: The Canyon
Half-day canyoning: swim in clear water, float through steep-sided cliffs, jump and slide off waterfalls. Rediscover what fun feels like.
Afternoon at Pont de Valenti: lounge in a hammock by the river, take part in an interactive workshop, try the on-site sauna or cold-water therapy.
Day 4: Reflection
Social brunch. Workshop: What have you learned? What will you change? What goals do you have for the future? Time to make a pledge — to yourself.
Transfers back to Girona.
What You’ll Leave With
Most participants return:
Clearer — less fog, better focus, fewer snap decisions
Calmer — more grounded, less reactive under pressure
Reconnected — to themselves, to other people, to what matters
Energised in a way that lasts — not just ‘rested,’ but reset
Who’s Leading This?
Andrew Jenkins: The TV Traitor, faithful to driving change
Once Pronounced Dead now Driven by One Purpose.
From surviving the unimaginable to achieving corporate success and later resonating with traitors fans across the UK. Andrew understands pressure, performance, leadership and success.
Attending guests:
Dr Rachael Macleod — Chartered Clinical Psychologist
(HCPC Reg. PYL040113)
Founder of Media Psych Support. Extensive experience across adult mental health, identity, adjustment and trauma, neurodiversity, and support within high-pressure TV and production environments.
Retreat Details
Location: Catalan Pyrenees, Spain
Investment: Only £995 per person
2026 Dates
What’s Included:
Professional event management and fully qualified delivery team
Transfers from Girona to Sadernes (and return)
All meals (locally prepared, nutritious)
Accommodation with eco-friendly facilities
All activities, workshops and group insurance
What’s Not Included:
Travel to/from Girona
Personal insurance (cancellation, health, baggage)
Personal clothing and equipment
Built Around Six Pillars of Success
All our experiences are designed around our Six Pillars of Success:
Good Mental Wellbeing
Good Physical Wellbeing
Positive Relationships
Meaningful Employment
Personal and Collective Safety
Inclusivity
This retreat supports collective wellbeing — which is why organisations serious about retention, culture and sustainable performance are increasingly investing in experiences like this.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this retreat for?
Those looking to escape the pressures of work, being in the public eye, social media or rediscover themselves. You don’t need to be ‘in crisis’, just ready to reset properly.
Do I need to be fit?
Moderate fitness is helpful (you’ll be hiking and canyoning), but activities are adapted to the group. If you’re unsure, email Dan and we’ll discuss.
What if I’ve never done anything like this before?
Most participants haven’t. That’s the point. Everything is guided, supported and held safely.
Can my organisation book places for a team?
Yes. Group bookings are welcome. Email Dan to discuss availability and tailored options.
What’s the accommodation like?
Comfortable accommodation on a private site with excellent eco-friendly facilities. You’ll sleep well.
Is follow-up support available?
Yes. Dr Rachael offers optional follow-up sessions and tailored packages for retreat participants.
What if I need to cancel?
Full terms and conditions are provided on booking. Personal insurance (including cancellation cover) is recommended.
Next Step
Places are limited. April is already 60% full.
Email Dan Searson to:
Hold a provisional place
Book a 15-minute call to discuss fit, travel, kit or any questions
Request the full information pack
dan@challengethewild.com
About Challenge The Wild
Challenge The Wild delivers wellbeing experiences that combine wilderness adventure, clinical insight and expert facilitation. Every event is designed to support mental and physical wellbeing, foster meaningful relationships and champion inclusivity — with psychological safety at the centre.