Spain Ecovillage Tour
8 DAYS | Max group size: 16
Find renewal and regeneration in Southern Spain this spring.
Southern Spain is a land of striking contrasts—whitewashed villages, olive groves stretching to the horizon, and desert valleys alive with resilience. Beneath the sun-drenched beauty, a new movement in regenerative living is flourishing.
On this journey through Andalusia and beyond, you’ll visit pioneering communities restoring both land and spirit through permaculture, natural building, and creative collaboration. From olive oil cooperatives to off-grid sanctuaries and eco-education centers, each stop reveals a unique approach to living with purpose and connection.
You’ll share meals prepared from local harvests, learn from residents practicing deep ecology and community governance, and experience how regeneration thrives even in the most arid landscapes.
This tour pairs perfectly with our Portugal journey before it—or continue north afterward to join our France tour—for a full Mediterranean community experience.
Spain Ecovillage Tour
Next tour dates:
May 14 - 21, 2026
Tour Highlights
What you can expect to experience during your time in Spain.
Explore inspiring communities
Discover a network of intentional communities across Southern Spain—each blending ecology, creativity, and collaboration. From long-established villages to emerging regenerative projects, you’ll see how people are revitalizing land and culture throughout Andalusia.
Experience regeneration in action
Join workshops, share meals, and learn from residents practicing permaculture, natural building, and cooperative living. You’ll gain real-world insights into how communities are creating sustainable lives together.
Savor Spain’s landscapes and culture
Travel from Seville’s olive groves to Tarifa’s wild coast and Almería’s desert beauty. Enjoy fresh local cuisine, soulful traditions, and the warmth of Andalusian hospitality every step of the way.
Featured Communities
Below are all the communities we are in conversation with to visit on the trip. Subject to change.
Los Portales
Location: Near Castilblanco de los Arroyos, Seville, Andalusia
Land: 200 hectares
Accepting new members? Yes
Website: losportales.net
Tucked into the rolling hills of Andalusia near Seville, Los Portales is a pioneering intentional community where ecological, spiritual, and social regeneration come together. Established in 1984, it harmonizes biodynamic agriculture, renewable energy, and community governance with a rich inner life centered on dreamwork—a practice used to deepen self-awareness and collective insight. Known for its homemade olive oil, bread, and cheese, Los Portales invites visitors into a rhythm of cooperation, creativity, and mindful living that bridges the inner and outer worlds of sustainability.
Oasis Al Hamam
Location: Lucainena de las Torres, Almería, Andalusia
Website: oasisalhamam.com
Set amid the desert beauty of Almería, Oasis Al Hamam—also known as Cortijo Los Baños—is a sanctuary for ecological living and holistic education. This long-established center combines permaculture design, community life, and wellbeing practices in a setting that feels both ancient and alive. From regenerative farming and eco-building to yoga, workshops, and spiritual retreats, Oasis Al Hamam nurtures a deep reconnection with the land and with self—offering an inspiring example of sustainability thriving in arid conditions.
El Molino de Guadalmesí
Location: Near Tarifa, Cádiz, Andalusia
Land: 5 hectares
Accepting new members? Yes
Website: molinodeguadalmesi.com
Perched along the Guadalmesí River near Tarifa, El Molino is a dynamic eco-community devoted to the art of living consciously—both with the land and with one another. Within its five hectares of fertile ground inside a protected nature park, residents practice permaculture, seed saving, and water stewardship while cultivating emotional intelligence, shared decision-making, and creative expression. Through daily cooperation, reflective gatherings, and connection to nature, El Molino offers a grounded example of ecological resilience and social harmony in practice.
Resonancia Community
Location: Órgiva, Granada, Andalusia
Land: 14 hectares
Accepting new members? Yes
Website: resonancia.community
Hidden in a lush Andalusian valley known as Valle de Sensaciones, Resonancia is both a community and a living laboratory of creativity, sustainability, and transformation. Spread across 14 hectares, it’s a place where clay domes, treehouses, and natural structures invite deep connection with the earth. Residents and visitors co-create through permaculture projects, art, and ceremony, exploring the balance between ecological regeneration and personal awakening. Resonancia pulses with an atmosphere of play, experimentation, and reverence for life.
Maitreya
Location: Near Vélez-Málaga, Andalusia
Land: 47 hectares
Accepting new members? Yes
Website: maitreya.earth
Situated on 47 hectares of wild Andalusian terrain, Maitreya is an off-grid community and “healing biotope” devoted to ecological regeneration and spiritual evolution. The project integrates food forests, natural building, and water retention landscapes with yoga, meditation, and ceremonial work. Residents and long-term collaborators co-create a rhythm of daily life that honors both inner stillness and outer action, embodying the vision of a self-sustaining, conscious culture in harmony with nature.
Global Tribe
Location: Near Órgiva, Andalusia
Land: ~5 hectares
Accepting new members? Yes
Website: global-tribe.org
Set in the foothills of the Alpujarras near Órgiva, Global Tribe is a vibrant international community devoted to conscious living, creativity, and regeneration. Founded by visionaries rooted in music, meditation, and permaculture, it blends artistic expression with ecological mindfulness. Residents and visitors share meals, workshops, and celebrations that embody unity in diversity. With panoramic mountain views, off-grid systems, and a spirit of joyful experimentation, Global Tribe invites people from around the world to live, learn, and grow together.
Trip Details
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Included
All ground transportation from tour start and end point
All lodging in shared rooms (Private surcharge for single room upgrade)
All meals, except when you choose to eat separately or purchase extra drinks
All entrance and tour fees
Not Included
Transportation to/from country
Insurance of any kind
Alcoholic beverages (except during wine tours)
Optional gratuities to guides
Laundry fees and items of a personal nature
Travel Planning
Flights
We recommend booking a flight that arrives at the Seville Airport / Aeropuerto de Sevilla–San Pablo (SVQ) in Seville, Sapin. The better deals are often found in advance so we encourage you to book as soon as possible.
Start
Our tour will begin at 2pm local time on the start date at the SVQ Airport. Please plan to arrive by 2pm or earlier that day, in order to be picked up at the airport along with the rest of the group.
End
Our tour will will end back at the SVQ where the journey began. We will arrive by 4pm local time on the last day of the tour, so participants can book a flight out anytime that evening or we can drop you off at a nearby location.
Lodging
Lodging varies from shared rooms to simple private rooms, depending on availability. Rooms will be shared with fellow travelers. We will separate male and female rooms, while couples and families are placed in private rooms whenever possible.
You can upgrade to a private room when booking (select the $800 single room supplement). Upgrades to private rooms are not always guaranteed due to the nature of some locations.
Whenever possible we arrange for overnight accommodations at the ecovillages and communities we visit. This allows for a more immersive experience of what it’s like to live in a community. When the community doesn't have enough accommodation space or a scheduling conflict, then we stay at nearby lodging. We strive to stay at accommodations that are values aligned, such as small family businesses or eco-lodges. Accommodations are often rustic, emphasizing sustainability over luxury. Some may include composting toilets, limited Wi-Fi, limited air conditioning, and communal facilities.
Meals
As much as possible our meals will be fresh, local and organic, with produce grown on-site. Most meals will be vegetarian. When eating out at restaurants, we will have a fixed menu with a few options of local specialties. One beverage is usually included with lunch and dinner. Extra dishes and drinks are on you. We can accommodate a range of dietary requirements, to a point, so please contact us to inform us about any food allergies and come prepared with your own specialty food or supplement needs. We will stop at grocery stores where you can purchase your own snacks.
Weather
The Southern Spain Ecovillage Tour takes place in mid-May—a beautiful time to experience Andalusia’s vibrant landscapes and communities.
Expect plenty of sunshine and dry weather, with daytime temperatures typically between 24°C and 30°C (75°F to 86°F). Some inland areas can reach up to 35°C (95°F), while coastal regions stay a bit cooler thanks to the sea breeze.
Evenings are pleasantly mild, usually around 15°C to 20°C (59°F to 68°F), ideal for dining outdoors and enjoying the long, golden sunsets of the Mediterranean spring.
Packing
A full packing list will be provided after booking the tour. Laundry service will be available at some of our locations. We ask that you only bring a day pack and one carry-on sized luggage due to limited space in our vehicle.
We recommend packing breathable clothing, a sun hat, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes to stay cool and enjoy the tour's immersive experiences under the Spanish sun. Please pack a light scarf (for coverage from the sun and to dip in cold water.) Don’t forget your bathing suit for swimming!
Physical Requirements
This trip will include some walks up hills and on uneven terrain. We may visit the sea and rivers with slippery footing. Some of our accommodations have narrow stairs and no elevators. You will be responsible to carry your luggage to and from your rooms, which will not always be paved surfaces.
Unfortunately, due the nature of the tour we cannot accommodate anyone with mobility requirements. Please consider your physical fitness before registering for the tour. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
Traveling with Children
It is possible to bring children on this tour, however not all children and families may be suited to this adventure. For children 15 and under, please contact us to discuss suitability on your specific tour. We will supply you with a discount code to use to receive child discounts:
Ages 3 and under: Free
Ages 4-7: 50% off
Ages 8-15: 20% off
Families with children should note that tours generally include long periods of sitting for presentations, strenuous walking, uneven terrain, some long car rides, and moving among multiple locations for sleeping. Laundry services are limited.
Payment & Cancellation Policy
A refundable deposit of $500 is required at the time of booking to secure your space. Full payment is required 60 days before the departure date. At the time of booking you can choose to make your payment in full or pay the deposit and remaining payments in auto-payment installments. Click the “book now” button to see current pricing. Contact us about discounts for larger groups.
Cancellation and Refunds
Your $500 tour deposit—and any payments made—is fully refundable for any reason up until 60 days before the tour departure date. After that:
Between 60 and 30 days before departure: Payments are no longer refundable, but you may receive 100% credit toward a future trip if you cancel due to a creditable event (such as a medical or family emergency).
Within 30 days of departure: You may receive 50% credit toward a future trip if the cancellation is due to a creditable event.
Please refer to our Tour Conditions for more information.
Reviews
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One of the greatest experiences I have ever had. A completely unique journey to some wondrous ecovillage projects, full of inspirational humans. To share the tours with others with similar visions was enriching and a real privilige. I left feeling fulfilled and educated.
— Adam Bates
Best summer camp ever! A must see!! People, food and lodging were more than I could have hoped for in a travel experience like this!! Definitely will be back.
—Megan Zimmerman
It is an experience worth paying for. You get to know places and people who are on the real hands on effort for bringing change and make local ecosystems more resilient.
— Edward Bryce
Ecovillage Tours has put something really special together. The amount of research and care they have put into this trip is impressive in and of itself and have helped facilitate meaningful connections both within the tour group and with the communities hosting us. This eye opening experience has the potential to change your life by exploring more unique paradigms.
— Nathan Oxenfeld
Meet Your Guide
Embark on your journey with confidence – get to know your experienced guide.
Fernando Manzanares
Fernando is a passionate community facilitator and ecovillage enthusiast, with years of experience in the Iberian Ecovillage Network (RIE) and in regenerative projects across Europe. With a background in architecture, group facilitation, and community living, he has managed colivings, coordinated Erasmus+ youth exchanges, and created spaces where people feel at home and connected.
He lived for a period at El Molino de Guadalmesí, a community close to his heart where he still returns often to spend time, host, and facilitate projects. Deeply committed to sustainability, permaculture, and regenerative cultures, Fernando brings together his love for nature, food, and human connection to craft transformative experiences. He believes in the power of community to inspire personal and collective change, and he is excited to guide participants through Spain’s vibrant ecovillage landscape.
His intention for this journey is to not only discover inspiring projects, but also to co-create a strong group spirit, share meaningful conversations, and have fun together, experiencing first-hand what it’s like to live in community.
Is this tour right for me?
On the fence? Discover if this tour is meant for you.
Choosing to embark on an ecovillage tour is an investment in your journey into intentional community living. Thanks to years of relationship building with community founders, we’re able to give you an experience that’s simply not available to the regular traveler.
Still unsure?
Explore if this tour is right for you…
This tour ideal for those who want to:
Join intentional communities: Engage directly in projects that focus on environmental and social regeneration, creating vibrant, sustainable spaces for communal living.
Explore sustainable living: Dive into the world of ecovillages as a lifestyle choice, integrating principles of ecological balance and community harmony into your daily life.
Network with regeneration leaders: Forge deep connections with key figures in the regenerative movement, gaining inspiration and momentum to advance your life's purpose.
Get a true eco-vacation: Embark on adventure travels that support ecovillages, choosing experiences that contribute positively to the planet and align with your values.
Learn from successful projects: Observe and study the approaches of others, applying their strategies and innovations to develop your own land or community initiative effectively.
Why choose this tour?
Knowledgeable guides: Led by experts in ecovillages and intentional communities.
Authentic experience: We partner with local communities for a genuine and unfiltered experience.
All-inclusive: From eco-friendly lodging to local cuisine, we've got you covered.
Small group size: We limit the number of participants to ensure a personalized and intimate experience.
Hassle free travel: We cover all the logistics, so you can get the most out of the experience.
What’s the alternative?
You could try visiting intentional communities on your own, except that…
Many communities are not open to the public and, if they are, the founders will not give you their undivided attention as a just normal passer-through.
Figuring out the logistics of getting yourself around the country is a headache and you’ll have no immediate support if something goes awry.
Traveling alone isn’t as nourishing or nearly as fun journeying with a small group in an intentionally held container for connection.
It’ll take years of relationship building and financial investment to even come close to the experience that Ecovillage Tours is able to offer… because we’ve done all that work for you already!
Still have questions?
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Ready to go?
The communities are excited to welcome you. Let your adventure begin.