The Long Exhale Retreat
Kenya- TBA, 2026
Rest. Explore. Exhale.
Do better, feel better and above all else, acknowledge where you are now."- Dorina Phoenix
You've read the articles. You know you need to rest, yet here you are still going, still holding it together, still promising yourself you'll slow down when things calm down.
They don't calm down. You know that too.
This isn't another wellness retreat with a packed schedule and a certificate at the end. There are no workshops to get through. No transformation to perform. No version of yourself to become by Sunday.
The Long Exhale is nine days on the Kenyan coast where the only thing required of you is to arrive and stay. To stop. To let your nervous system remember what quiet feels like. To acknowledge, honestly, where you are right now and find that's enough.
Your body is calling for rest;
it’s time to listen.
What Makes This Retreat Different?*
Rest is the programme. Most retreats leave you needing a holiday from the holiday. This one is designed around spaciousness long mornings, unhurried afternoons, time to journal, wander, or simply be.
Guided gently, not packed tightly. Each day includes one anchor session with your hosts drawing on embodiment practices, breathwork, journaling, and hypnotherapy with the rest of the day held loosely.
Experience Kenya as an insider. Every location carries personal meaning to your host. You'll be shown the history, stories, and quieter corners that most visitors never find.
A real digital detox. Dedicated time away from phones and social media is woven into the journey not as a rule, but as an invitation.
A small, intentional group. Six women only. Room to breathe, room to connect, room to be quiet when you need it.
What You’ll Take Away
The Long Exhale
You’ll leave with:
A body that has genuinely rested
Clarity on what your next chapter feels like , not just what it looks like
Simple, practical tools to anchor presence into everyday life
A renewed trust in your own instincts and timing
Memories of real conversations, wide open landscapes, and something that shifted
"This is more than a getaway, it's a chance to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and step into a renewed chapter of your life."
This retreat is for you if you’re:
You're exhausted by a life that looks great from the outside
You've done the therapy, read the books, and still can't seem to stop
You want to travel meaningfully but not alone
You're in a season of transition and need space to feel into it not push through it
You're done performing wellness and ready to actually rest
You're drawn to depth, silence, and nature over itineraries and Instagram moments
You want to reconnect with yourself somewhere beautiful, held by a small group of women who get it
This is not a reward you have to earn. You already qualify.
If this feels right for you, trust that feeling.
Dates: TBA 2026
Group Size: Limited to 6 Women
Meet your Hosts
Dorina Phoenix is a Kenyan-born Biclutural, Multilingual Embodiment Coach, Educator, and four-time published Author whose work bridges psychology, mindfulness, and creative expression. She draws from Journal Therapy, Numerology, and Integrative Coaching, helping people reconnect with themselves, regulate their nervous systems, and live with greater ease and authenticity.
This retreat is an invitation into Dorina's world. The coastline, the culture, the landscapes each place carries personal meaning. She knows the history, the quiet corners, the stories most visitors never hear.
Carol Mae Whittick is a Spiritual life coach, public speaking mentor, and creative guide, as well as the host of the popular HER Conversations podcast. She helps people feel more confident in expressing themselves—whether in speaking, writing, or creative projects—by combining practical communication skills with simple, calming techniques to ease self-doubt.
At this retreat, Carol will lead engaging and interactive sessions designed to help you find your true voice and unlock your creativity. Through fun vocal exercises, thoughtful discussions, and easy-to-follow techniques, she will help you speak and express yourself with more confidence and clarity. Whether you want to feel more comfortable sharing your thoughts, improve your presence in conversations, or explore your creative side, Carol’s guidance will leave you feeling inspired and ready to show up fully as yourself.
ITINERARY*
9 -Day The Long Exhale Retreat, Kenya
Optional 4 day Safari after the retreat
*subject to change
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Day 1
Arrival
Diani Beach
Settle in. Breathe. Meet the five other women you'll share this with. Opening circle in the evening to set intentions quietly, without pressure.
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Day 2-4
Arriving into rest
The first few days are deliberately slow. Morning sessions with Dorina. Long afternoons with no agenda the ocean, the hammock, a walk, or nothing at all. Your nervous system will start to believe it's real.
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Day 5
Wasini Island
A boat trip to Wasini Island snorkelling and or scuba diving in Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, fresh seafood, and the unhurried rhythm of one of Kenya's most serene small islands.
There for those who want a little of the outside world.
Easy to skip if you'd rather stay.
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Day 6-8
Deepening
The rhythm is yours now. Sessions continue each morning. Space for longer reflection, real conversation, and the kind of rest that actually reaches somewhere deep. The Indian Ocean keeps doing its work.
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Day 9
Closing
Final session together. Time to integrate what's shifted, say goodbye properly, and leave carrying something you can't quite name yet but will recognise when you need it.
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Day 10-11 (Optional, If the wild is calling)
Amboseli National Park
Big elephant herds, open plains, Kilimanjaro at sunrise. Morning and sunset game drives. Space to let the retreat settle in you.
For those who want more Kenya before heading home. Travel from the coast into the wilderness Amboseli's plains with Kilimanjaro watching over you.
The journey north is by train watching the landscape shift from coast to savanna to highland through the window, with nowhere to be and nothing to do. For those who care about their footprint, it's also the gentler choice.
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Day 12
Aberdares
Mist, waterfalls, highland forest. A fireside evening before the final descent.
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Day 13-14
Transfer to Nairobi for international flights. Time in the city and join us for a mini excursion schedule allows.
Your investment : Starting from 6000 USD$/(depending on room + safari)
Accommodation throughout
All sessions with your hosts
Airport & train transfers
Nairobi city tour with lunch*
Amboseli park entry & game drive*
Drinking water in vehicles
Safari in private 4x4 Landcruisers*
Meals as per accommodation
One private session per host
AMREF Flying Doctors membership
Not included: international flights, visas, travel insurance (strongly recommended), gratuities, Wasini excursion, personal expenses.
For those interested in going on Safari
What’s Included
Drinks and tips for the driver and guides
International Flights & Visas
Travel insurance.
Local Flights fare
Wasini Island Tour - $ 130 per person.
Farewell Dinner
Any other extra expenses of a personal nature
Excluded:
FYI On leaving:
If you decide to take a Train ride from Mombasa to Nairobi, the cost will be $ 45 per person, which is inclusive of transport from Diani Beach to the train station in Mombasa.
We have a special offer for accommodation for 1 night in Nairobi when coming from Diani to Nairobi - $ 60 per person in double/twin room and $ 70 per single room at our Nairobi Hotel.
*prices are subject to change due to seasonal demand
Our Policy
A few important things
This is a substance-free retreat. No alcohol or recreational drugs during the programme not as a rule, but as a foundation. Deep rest and genuine presence flourish without them.
Refund Policy
All payments are non-refundable. Because we keep the group small and commit to accommodation and logistics in advance, we cannot offer refunds. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Single rooms are limited to three and available on a first-come, first-served basis.