READY FOR AN ADVENTURE? JOIN US FOR A UNIQUE AND UNFORGETTABLE WEEK-LONG RETREAT ON THE MAGICAL ISLAND OF FORMENTERA.

Would you like to go on an adventure? Do you feel like you need saving from the waves? Are you living the biggest, bravest, most beautiful life you can? If any of these questions resonate then join us on the idyllic island of Formentera (Ibiza's lesser-known little sister) for a new and unique Adventure Retreat week. Hosted by Jessica Hepburn - award-winning Author, Arts Producer and Adventure Activist, and Alice Todd - Co-Founder of SwimQuest - we promise you an unforgettable experience. It might just change your life.

WHAT TO EXPECT

This week is designed to be an adventure in itself. Part creative journey, part adventure challenge, part soulful wellness retreat - it won’t be like anything you’ve done before or will do anywhere else. Set on Formentera - the smallest and most laid back of all the Balearic islands - imagine crystal clear waters with white sandy beaches backed by dunes and pine forests. But also think sangria sundowners, padron peppers and paella suppers.

The week has been carefully curated to include a combination of inspiring activities that will take you on a joyful journey into nature, as well as into your own creative heart and soul. By the end of the week our aim is that you feel like you've been part of an experience that has been profoundly enriching; that you have challenged yourself and met that challenge with love; and that maybe you've got to know yourself a bit better and feel inspired to go on your next adventure in life.

Each day there will be a different swim and/or walk adventure from sunrise dips to starlit strolls. We will climb up to the stunning La Mola Lighthouse situated on the highest point of the island (don't worry it's only 200 metres high!) and walk its long stretches of sandy beaches in search of secret hidden swimming coves. Everyday there will also be a period of rest and reflection which you can spend as you wish - take your pick from a gentle yoga class with regenerative writing; to a massage at the hotel. We believe that down time on your own is as important as activities with other people - and we hope to create the perfect environment for both. There will also be a series of inspirational talks and workshops led by Jessica Hepburn and Alice Todd (see the itinerary for more details).  And Wednesday is designated as our 'Adventure Challenge Day'. The goal of this is to choose an adventure which will stretch you and make your sundowner taste extra special. We will discuss this in detail during the retreat and there will be a selection of options on offer but the key thing to know now is that you choose your own challenge, not us! Then on the final day there will be the Retreat 'Pièce de Résistance': 'The Save Me from the Waves Soiree' inspired by Jessica's latest book which will explore the music who made you who you are, and encourage you to write your life in a list-of-love. Intrigued? Excited? All will be revealed - if you join us in Formentera next May.

ABOUT JESSICA HEPBURN

Save Me from the Waves - The Adventure Retreat, Formentera is devised and hosted by unlikely athlete turned record-breaking alternative adventurer Jessica Hepburn. In 2022, aged 51, Jessica became the first woman in the world to complete the ‘Sea Street Summit Challenge’ (swim the English Channel, run a road marathon, and climb Mount Everest). This journey followed a dark and difficult time in her life. She is now a champion of the physical and mental health benefits of all kinds of adventure, and an official Ambassador for #AdventureMind. She is the author of three books - The Pursuit of Motherhood; 21 Miles (which is in part set on Formentera where she trained for the English Channel with SwimQuest). And her new third book published in 2024 Save Me from the Waves which is about her journey to the top of the world fuelled by listening to every episode of her favourite radio programme Radio 4's Desert Island Discs. Jessica is also the former Chief Executive of London’s Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and founder of the international arts festival Fertility Fest. Read more about Jessica here.

ABOUT ALICE TODD

Alice is the co-founder of SwimQuest Holidays and has dedicated the last 10 years of her life to sharing the magical and transformative nature of open water swimming with guests from all over the world. Creative to the core, Alice has been instrumental in creating a unique platform that blends adventure, fitness, and personal growth - helping guests conquer fears, improve technique, and connect with nature in a profound way. Beyond SwimQuest - Alice is also a swimmer, runner, cyclist, DJ, artist, poet and mum of twin boys and two Siberian husky girls. Alice’s mission is to live life in full colour and inspire others to do the same.

IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?

This trip is suitable for all sporty and arty ability levels. There will be swimming, adapted to all abilities (although if you are not comfortable swimming more than 100m in any stroke, please contact us before booking). There will be walking of various distances (generally between 1-3 hours). There will be creative activities (no skill or experience needed or pressure to share). There will be group activities but also time on your own to rest and relax. All activities are optional and will be governed by personal choice. Please come with a sense of adventure, a love of nature and the arts, a good appetite, suncream, and feeling open to being inspired - and you won't be disappointed.

USEFUL INFORMATION

• Sea temperature:  approx 17-19˚C
• Swimming distances: adapted to suit
• Walking distance: between 1-3 hours (although options provided if you can't / don't want to walk this far)
• Swimming ability: This location is suitable for all ability levels
• Are non-swimmers welcome? Absolutely – non-swimmers are welcome to join the tour and take advantage of the itinerary, all swims are optional.
• Start and finish: Check in 3pm, check out 10am

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Accommodation at the Roca Bella hotel, based on a twin share room (sole use supplements available)
• Swimming, fully supervised by swim guides
• All talks and seminars
• Breakfasts and lunches
• SwimQuest swim cap and poncho
• Transfer to / from hotel
• All transport to and from activities during the week
• VAT
• ABTOT Financial Protection

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?

• Travel to and from Formentera (see Getting There tab for details - we will pick you up from Formentera harbour)
• Wetsuits and fins (if required)
• Evening meals
• Single room supplement should you wish to have your own private room
• Additional activities not included on the itinerary (e.g massages)