Recently viewed Wellness trips: best group experiences for solo travelers
TL;DR: group wellness experiences for solo travelers
Traveling solo? The following group experiences promise connection, cultural immersion and mindful exploration – for a unique spin on wellness to suit all ages and interests.
- Flash Pack (Pause collection) offers small-group wellness adventures for solo travelers (average 12 guests per group, ages 30-49 & 45-59), from floating sunset sound baths in Colombia to meditative safari walks in South Africa.
- Native Eye leads all-ages hikers to Bhutan’s iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery for a spiritual, high-altitude reset.
- Wild Frontiers invites culturally curious travelers to join a traditional Baci blessing ceremony in Laos.
- FTLO Travel blends fun and fitness with a wine-tasting e-bike ride in Saint-Émilion for solo travelers aged 25-39.
- Gutsy Girls runs women-only horse-riding and yoga retreats in Norway, open to all ages.
Best group experiences for solo travelers: at a glance
| Company | Best For | Age Range | Group Size | Destinations | Wellness Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flash Pack | Solo travelers aged 30-49 & 45-59 seeking mindful connection and time to reset | 30-49 & 45-59 | Avg. 12 (mostly solo travelers) | Colombia | Sunset sound bath floating in the Caribbean Sea |
| Native Eye | Nature lovers drawn to remote, spiritual adventure in extraordinary landscapes | All ages | 12–16 travelers | Bhutan | Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery |
| Flash Pack | Like-minded solo travelers looking for deeper connection through shared, sensory experiences | 30-49 & 45-59 | Avg. 12 (mostly solo travelers) | Rural Spain | Blindfolded nine-course sensory dinner |
| Wild Frontiers | Solo travelers with an interest in cultural and community immersion | All ages | Max 12 | Laos | Traditional Baci ceremony |
| FTLO Travel | Solo travelers aged 25-39 keen to experience wellness with a youthful, social twist | 25-39 | 4-16 travelers | Saint-Émilion, France | Wine-tasting e-bike ride |
| Flash Pack | Solo travelers of a similar age who value rare cultural insight and meaningful group connection | 30-49 & 45-59 | Avg. 12 (mostly solo travelers) | Ecuador (Amazon) | Achuar dream-sharing circle |
| Gutsy Girls | Women-only solo travelers drawn to inclusive, nature-based wellness | All ages (women-only) | 5-13 travelers | Norway | Horse-riding and lakeside yoga retreat |
| Flash Pack | Solo travelers aged 30-49 & 45-59 in search of wildlife encounters and restorative time in nature | 30-49 & 45-59 | Avg. 12 (mostly solo travelers) | South Africa | Meditative safari bush walk on the Olifants River |
Float in a sunset sound bath in Colombia
The experience
Part of Flash Pack’s Pause collection, this exclusive experience sees solo travelers float in the Caribbean sea of Colombia at sunset. With the light just right, you’ll lie back on inflatable mattresses and be lulled by the waves to the sound of live instruments playing in harmony all around. A mindful, and deeply unique, way of embracing the present moment.
Group size
Average 12 solo travelers per group.
Who it’s best for
Solo travelers of a similar age (Flash Pack trips cater for 30-49 and 45-59 age groups) who crave time out to reset and reset. Connect with a small group of like-minded guests, over 90% of whom travel solo.
Hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Bhutan
The experience
Hike through the lush valleys and mountain peaks of Bhutan, a country known for its commitment to spiritual wellbeing. Native Eye’s small group trip welcomes all ages and backgrounds (including solo travelers) and includes a three-hour hike to the sacred Tiger’s Nest Monastery, set deep in the Himalayas.
Group size
12-16 travelers per group.
Who it’s best for
Anyone who enjoys the idea of remote, nature-based wellness, in a region untouched by the modern world.
Experience a sensory nine-course dinner in rural Spain
The experience
Take part in a curated nine-course dinner in a boutique farmhouse escape in rural Spain. The twist in this experience – a part of Flash Pack’s Pause wellbeing collection – is that all participants in the feast are blindfolded, for heightened sensory awareness. The experience is intended as a catalyst for trust, connection and the kind of conversations that only emerge when the senses are fully awake.
Group size
Average 12 solo travelers per group.
Who it’s best for
Flash Pack trips are made up of over 90% solo travelers, so choose this if you’re seeking connection with like-minded people of a similar age and life stage (adventures are based around 30-49 and 45-59 age groups).
Take part in a traditional Baci ceremony in Laos
The experience
Witness a traditional Baci ceremony in Laos; an ancient Buddhist tradition designed to strengthen bonds and bring peace/balance. This Wild Frontiers experience will see a local village elder perform blessings, chanting and “Pook kwan”; the ritual of tying white threads around a person’s wrist to protect the soul.
Group size
Max 12 travelers per trip.
Who it’s best for
If you’re a solo traveler (70% of Wild Frontiers’ customers fly solo) with an interest in spiritual wellness and deep cultural immersion.
Embark on a wine-tasting ebike ride in southern France
The experience
Hop onboard for an ebike ride through the medieval village and rolling vineyards of Saint-Émilion in southwest France with this experience from FTLO Travel. The activity is about physical wellness, but it also speaks to the soul (hello château wine tastings and a vineyard picnic).
Group size
4-16 travelers per group.
Who it’s best for
Solo travelers aged 25 to 39 (80% of customers travel alone on FTLO trips, and the average guest age is 30). This is also for you if you like your wellness served with an additional helping of joy/fun.
Take part in an Achuar dream-sharing circle in Ecuador
The experience
Stay the night with Achuar community of Sharamentsa in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Sleep in hammocks and rise before dawn for a traditional wayus tea and dream-sharing circle; to discover how dreams guide daily decisions for this indigenous community. A one-of-a-kind experience, this features as part of the Ecuador trip in Flash Pack’s Pause collection. The new adventures are designed to help the always-on generation slow down and find fresh headspace/perspective in unique settings worldwide.
Group size
Average 12 solo travelers per group.
Who it’s best for
Anyone who values a rare insight into the purpose and values of a traditional culture; and in the company of a small group of like-minded guests (Flash Pack trips are over 90% solo travelers, and bring together 30-49 and 45-59 age groups).
Try horse-riding and yoga in Norway
The experience
Soak up the peace and majesty of Norway’s great outdoors, with women-only horse-riding trails (all levels welcome) and lakeside yoga sessions. This Gutsy Girls experience focuses on a fun, connected form of wellness that plays out in gentle woodland trails.
Group size
5 to 13 travelers per group.
Who it’s best for
Women solo travelers drawn by the idea of women-only wellness retreats. All ages are welcome, and the vibe is inclusive, relaxed and beginner friendly.
Join a meditative safari bush walk in South Africa
The experience
Rise before dawn at your private wilderness retreat based on the banks of South Africa’s Olifants River. Then, along with your small group of fellow solo travelers, move silently through the bush on a sunrise meditative walk. This is a rare opportunity to tune into the sensations and sounds of the wilderness in one of the world’s most spectacular natural landscapes. It appears as part of the South Africa adventure in Flash Pack’s new Pause collection; created to help solo travelers find peace and balance abroad.
Group size
Average 12 solo travelers per group.
Who it’s best for
Solo travelers seeking connection with others of a similar age and life stage (Flash Pack trips are over 90% solo, and cater for 30-49 and 45-59 age groups). It also suits those who love wildlife – and the chance to unwind surrounded by nature/animals in the wild.
Find out more about Flash Pack’s Pause collection of worldwide wellbeing trips.
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