Ride Wild Baja
2026 Women’s Mountain Biking Retreat
A 7 day retreat in La Ventana, Baja, hosted at Casa Verde
Ride Wild Baja
October 10 - 17, 2026
This retreat is an invitation to both charge yourself up and discover the adventure of our desert trail system. It is also an opportunity to connect with yourself and other adventure seekers in the wild beauty of Baja.
Hosted at Casa Verde, a warm and welcoming beachfront boutique hotel, this experience blends intentional programming with generous free time, creating space for both adventure and rest.
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Small Groups
Limited to 12 participants to ensure a unique and personalized adventure experience.
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Beachfront Location
Hosted at Casa Verde, a boutique beachfront family-owned hotel. The perfect spot between the cross country and downhill trailheads.
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La Ventana, BCS
Taking place in La Ventana - a small town that has exploded with incredible mountain biking trails over the past ten years.
This retreat is for you if:
You love mountain biking and can ride at a experienced beginner/intermediate level
You’re craving both adventure and restoration
You want a retreat that feels personal, not corporate
You value connection, nature, and movement
You appreciate beautiful spaces that feel lived-in and warm
The Experience
Mornings begin with breakfast in the garden as the sun rises over the Sea of Cortez.
Days are built around adventure—guided rides through La Ventana’s rugged desert trails, winding past cactus forests and climbing rocky ridgelines with sweeping ocean views. Between rides, there’s time to swim, refuel, rest in the shade, or explore the laid-back rhythm of the area.
Evenings are for sunset swims, shared meals, and reliving the day’s rides under Baja’s endless sky.
Full Schedule
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Upon arrival, we will greet you with some welcome drinks and snacks. You will have the afternoon to settle into your room while a bike mechanic begins work on getting your bike put together.
Our welcome dinner will start onsite at the hotel at 6:30 pm.
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After a healthy and fresh breakfast, you will get going right away on your first ride. It will take you to the south cross country, getting your first introduction to the desert trails.
After returning to the hotel post ride you’ll have a few hours to get some lunch, take a nap, or whatever else your body may be craving.
At 4 pm, we will offer a yoga class - time to work out the travel kinks and any sore muscles from the first ride.
You’ll be free to head off to any of the many nearby restaurants (we have great recommendations!) for a delicious local dinner.
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Your day will begin with a light breakfast so we can get on the trails right away.
Your ride today will take you up to the north trails (we will trailer the bikes to the trailhead). We will be riding one of the most loved downhill trails this morning with lots of burms and swooping hills.
On your way back to the hotel, you will be stopping for a delicious brunch/lunch at one of our favourite spots. Look forward to delicious breakfast burritos, speciality coffees, and refreshing smoothies.
Upon returning to Casa Verde, you will have the afternoon free to swim, get a massage or just relax in a hammock with a book.
As the temperature begins to cool, you will head out for another ride in the south trails. You can keep it as chill or charged as the group wants and return back by 6 pm to head out for dinner at your choice of restaurant.
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Today will start with an early snack before heading off for an incredible 20 - 25 km cross country ride. You will end at one of our most loved breakfast spots - a secluded artsy spot in the middle of the desert.
After returning to the hotel, you will have all afternoon to restore, relax, and enjoy new friendships. If you would like us to book massages for you, this is another great day for that.
At 4 pm, our cooking class will start and will culminate in a shared evening meal together.
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Your day will start with an invigorating yoga class - get some exercise before a more relaxing day. After yoga and a filling breakfast, we will be picked up by local captains and taken for a day of beach time and snorkel adventure to a deserted island. Get ready to see sea lions, swim with Nemo, and relax on the beach. We will have lunch on the island and return mid afternoon for free time.
There is an option to head for a ride in the early evening if energy levels feel up for it.
You are free to make dinner at the hotel or head out to a restaurant.
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A light breakfast will start your day and then you will head north with your bikes to tackle the biggest climb we have here in our area. The climb is hard but the vista is an amazing reward. As you come from our summit towards the trailhead, you will be able to see the beach we at the end - the perfect place to jump in the sea post ride!
In the afternoon, you will have time to organize your luggage and have the mechanic disassemble your bike for travel.
At 4 pm, we will have one last yoga class before finishing up to get ready for dinner.
Dinner will be a celebratory time for us all to get together at a favourite local restaurant and reflect on our week!
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A hot breakfast to carry you through your travel day. We can say goodbye and until next time.
What’s Included
6 nights of accommodation at Casa Verde - a boutique beachfront hotel
Daily breakfast
3 Group dinners
7 Guided mountain bike rides
3 yoga classes
1 Cooking class at the hotel
Mechanic to assemble/disassemble bike post and pre travel
Mechanic to tune up bike daily post rides
Shuttle to and from San Jose del Cabo airport
What’s Not Included
Flights to San Jose del Cabo airport
Travel Insurance
Lunches
Mountain Bike (rentals available if needed)
Shuttle to and from San Jose del Cabo airport
Alcohol
Optional add-ons (massage etc)
Accommodation Options
All accommodation options include daily housekeeping, access to Casa Verde’s ample communal areas, paddleboards, snorkel gear.
Many of our rooms have slight differences to accommodate all. If you know of a specific room at the hotel that you would like, please get in touch with us as soon as possible to book it.
Your Hosts
Emily Cheevers
Host/Casa Verde OwnerEmily hosts retreats the way she welcomes friends into her home—warmly, personally, and with care for every detail. As the primary hotel yoga teacher, she will be both leading you on your yoga classes and as a mountain biker herself, she knows just which muscles will need the most love after each individual ride.
Mountain Bike GuideJose Lucero
As both a local to La Ventana and one of our trail building volunteers, Jose knows our trail system inside and out. He loves sharing both his knowledge of our area and his enthusiasm for the sport of mountain biking.
Testimonials
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Loved our stay at Casa Verde. Emily and Phil were super welcoming and extremely helpful, making our stay pleasant and comfortable. The location is great, making it central to most everything you may need.
— Matt, Hotel guest
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The green plants througout the property create a serene atmosphere, and being right on the beach means you can take out a paddle board or swim any time. The outdoor spaces are beautifully designed and make it easy to unwind. There are yoga sessions with a view of the ocean, which is the best way to start the day.
— Ben, Hotel guest
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The retreat was absolutely incredible - every detail was planned perfectly while still allowing us time to go with the flow. I can't wait to come back
— Robin, Yoga retreat guest
Ready to join us?
This retreat is intentionally small. Once it’s full, registration closes.