For women who are ready
for a proper reset

20k+ women trust us · 50+ retreats vetted · 12 countries featured · 5-step vetting process

Who this is for

Verified Retreats is a curated collection of women's wellness retreats for burnout recovery, grief, and major life transitions. Every retreat leader is personally vetted before we list them, so you can book a retreat with confidence instead of guesswork. Whether you need a solo women's retreat, a short reset, or a deeper healing retreat, you don't have to justify wanting this. You just have to find the right one, and we've already checked that it's real.

How we verify

Track Record

We only list hosts with a proven history of completed retreats and real past participants, not first-time organizers with no track record.

Modality Review

Every host walks our team through exactly what their practice involves, why each element is included, and how it supports participants, before we approve the listing.

Practitioner Vetting

Every facilitator named on a retreat is individually checked for real qualifications and experience in their stated field.

The Interview

We personally get on a call with every retreat leader before recommending them. No retreat goes live without a real conversation with our team.

Ongoing Monitoring

Listings aren't permanent. We review every retreat after each season and respond directly to participant feedback, removing hosts who no longer meet our standard.

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Frequently asked

How is Verified Retreats different from other retreat directories?

Every retreat leader on our site passes a 5-step vetting process, including track record checks, credential checks, a live interview, and ongoing monitoring, before we ever list them. Most directories simply list submissions with no review.

What happens if a retreat doesn't meet your standards after it's listed?

We review every retreat after each season based on participant feedback. If a host stops meeting our standards, we remove the listing. Verification isn't a one-time check, it's ongoing.

Why are women-only retreats especially valuable for leadership and confidence?

Research on women-only spaces consistently shows they lower social comparison and increase openness, which is why many leadership coaches and therapists recommend them specifically for rebuilding confidence after burnout.

What are the best types of places for a solo women's retreat?

Look for retreats explicitly designed for solo travelers, with built-in group activities and shared meals so you're never navigating downtime alone. All retreats on Verified Retreats note whether they're solo-friendly.

What kind of activities happen at a women's wellness retreat?

Typically a mix of yoga or movement, guided rest, group circles or workshops on boundaries and burnout, and unstructured time in nature. The exact mix depends on the retreat's focus.

Is it safe to book a wellness retreat with a host I've never met?

That's exactly what our verification process solves. We personally interview every host and check references before listing them, so you're not booking blind.

How much does a verified women's retreat typically cost?

Prices on Verified Retreats currently range from about $1,750 to $4,500 or more depending on length and location, and we never mark up the price above what you'd pay booking directly.

How far in advance should I book a women's retreat?

Most retreats on our site open bookings 2 to 4 months ahead, though popular dates fill faster. We recommend booking as soon as a retreat feels right rather than waiting.