
Essence Sardinia Retreat
- whole day program
- April 25 - May 2 '26
- from 2250 euro
- in English
Essence Sardinia is a journey for body, soul, and spirit. Days unfold with guided breathing sessions, challenging workouts, meditation, and being in nature. Trails begin right at the venue, leading through forests, up into the mountains, or down to the beach. No need for cars - only your own footsteps.
This land, close to the Ogliastra - one of the world’s Blue Zones, where people live longer, healthier lives - carries a rare frequency. The air, the views, the environment itself invite you to feel life flowing through you.
Deep in the southern coast of Sardinia, between ancient olive trees and overlooking the endless azure blue of the ocean, lies our sanctuary - a place where nature, silence, boutique comfort, movement, and grounding meet.
The kitchen prepares fresh, nourishing vegetarian, gluten free meals each day, crafted with protein-rich ingredients to fully support your system. Between sessions, you’ll discover spacious areas for connection, reflection, or solitude - whether in the shared garden, by the pool, or in the woods just for yourself.
This retreat is not about an island, a place, or even a destination. It is about the essence of being present. About transformative experiences you will carry into everyday life.
Here, men and women come together in harmony, remembering that both are essential to our collective wholeness.
Apex Health Camps
At Apex Health Camps, we create transformative retreats that help you break free from the daily grind and reconnect with what truly matters.
By combining the healing power of nature with physical training, outdoor adventure, and community, we guide you toward clarity, balance, and inner strength. You return revitalized, with a renewed sense of purpose and vitality.
We are Samson Jarmil (Osteopath, Health Coach, Adventurer, Fighter) and Malcolm François (Father, Fitness & Nutrition Coach, Event Manager). This project comes from the heart - our purpose is to have a meaningful impact on people and society.
With years of experience in the health industry, we’ve learned that true health goes far beyond fitness. It’s about reconnection: with your body, your self, and your inner strength. Modern life often pulls us away from that essence, leaving us overwhelmed by constant pressure to perform.
That is why we founded Apex Health Camps:
to offer a space to reset, refocus, and rebuild - physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Our passion is helping people turn their dreams into reality, and our retreats are designed to give you the tools, the strength, and the freedom to do exactly that.
Incluso
Boutique room
Light, spacious and comfortable rooms with incredible supersized mattresses, en-suite bathroom with shower, toilet, basin and vegan body care products. Decorated with heart and soul.
Healthy food
Our restaurant with sea-view veranda serves delicious vegetarian food with fresh ingredients from mostly local farmers. All meals, drinks and afternoon snack/smoothie are included. Our kitchen team is happy to adjust to specific dietary needs.
Wellness
Recharge in the large sea-view pool surrounded by bamboo sun beds, lounge chairs and umbrellas. Cleanse on a deep level in the Turkish bath, Finnish or infrared sauna. Treat yourself to an additional massage and enjoy the walking trails and panoramic meditation spots uphill.
CO2 compensation
We love our planet and every living beauty on it. That’s why Soul Valley tries to contribute in all kind of ways to preserve this beauty. We offer only vegetarian food, with fresh biological ingredients from mostly local farmers. We minimize waste and solar panels provide natural energy. We aim to make Soul Valley completely CO2 neutral.
Sample Retreat day
- 06:45: Silent Sunrise Walk
- 08.00 Inner Apex: rise & reset through morning practices
- 09.00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Recharge (free time, pool, nap, read, sunbath, community)
- 11:30 Apex Session: signature full body functional training session
- 13:00 Lunch
- 14:30 Explore (beach, hike, nature immersion)
- 19:00 Dinner
- 20:30 Unwind (free time, soundbath, community circle, games)
Accommodation & Pricing
> Single Room | €2650 per person
> Shared Room | €2250 per person
For information about the program you can visit the website: apexhealthcamps.life.
Retreat host

Samson Jarmil
Osteopath, Health Coach, Adventurer, Fighter

Malcom François
Father, Fitness & Nutrition Coach, Event Manager

Retreat into nature
Situated in a small private valley with stunning views over the nearby azure blue Mediterranean Sea and surrounding mountains. Enjoy true silence, clean air and starry nights to recharge from your busy daily life. Discover the walking trails around the property and the panoramic meditation spots uphill.
Things to know
Practical info
- Check-in Saturday from 15:00
- Check-out Saturday before 10:00
- No alcohol
- Minimum age 18
- 45-minute drive from Cagliari International Airport
- (Electrical) smoking only in designated area
- Additional massages available
Conditions
More details about the program and conditions are to be found at the website: apexhealthcamps.life.
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