Wild Renewal: 5-Day Yoga Retreat on Orcas Island
with Mackenzie Rae
Join Mackenzie for five days at the beautiful Doe Bay Resort along the shores of Orcas Island for a chance to step away from the momentum of everyday life, unplug from technology, and reconnect with the wisdom of the natural world. Through daily yoga, meditation, embodied connection with the land, and moments of stillness, we'll create space to soften the nervous system, quiet the mind, and return more deeply to the home of our bodies.
As spring awakens the natural world, we too are invited into a season of renewal. This time of year is especially magical in the San Juan Islands, as longer days and fresh growth invite a renewed sense of energy and perspective. Together, we'll explore what is ready to be released, what is asking to grow, and what it means to live in greater alignment with the rhythms of nature and with ourselves.
Between practices, you'll have time to wander forest trails, enjoy the spa, sit with the rolling tides of the bay, explore the island, or simply rest beneath the trees. Come as you are. Leave feeling more at home in your body, more connected to the natural world and the wild rhythm of being alive.
Orcas Island, WA
May 19 - 23, 2027
5-Days / 4-Nights
Starting at $1395
What’s Included
5 days / 4 nights accommodation at Doe Bay Resort & Retreat on Orcas Island, WA
Morning & evening yoga practices led by Mackenzie
(3) vegetarian meals per day prepared by Chef Bev at Doe Bay Café featuring organic local produce and ingredients, including a seafood option
(3) private hot soak & sauna sessions at the outdoor salt water spa for our retreat group*
Access to miles of Doe Bay’s nature trails, private beaches, and on-site gardens
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8:00 a.m. - Breakfast
9:00 - 10:15 a.m. - Morning Practice: Slow & Strong Vinyasa Flow
:: Free Time :: Hike, kayak, go into town, book a massage, or just rest
1:00 p.m. - Lunch
:: Spa or Free Time :: Dedicated private spa (hot soak & sauna) session for our group only* or afternoon activity
5:00-6:15 p.m. - Evening Practice: Yin & Restorative Yoga
6:30 p.m. - Dinner
*The spa is open to the public for communal soaks from 3:30 - 7:00 p.m.
*Extra spa access may be arranged during communal open-soak times for an additional fee
About the Property
Perched on a quiet cove along the southeastern shore of Orcas Island, Doe Bay Resort is a peaceful wellness oasis that has long served as a place of gathering and refuge. Once a traditional sanctuary for the Coast Salish tribes, today the property continues that legacy as a tranquil retreat space surrounded by old-growth forests, rocky shoreline, and native wildlife, looking out across across Rosario Strait and San Juan Island archipelago, creating a setting that invites both exploration and stillness.
Spread throughout the 38-acre property are a collection of group lodges, rustic cabins, yurts, and campsites connected by fern-lined paths, along with a cozy waterfront yoga studio, pebbly beaches, forest trails, and a spa featuring cedar sauna and saltwater soaking tubs overlooking the cove. Shared gathering spaces include a community fire pit, general store stocked with locally crafted goods and island provisions, and the renowned Doe Bay Café, where seasonal farm-to-table meals highlight ingredients harvested from the property's organic farm and sourced from nearby islands.
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Hiking — Venture to Obstruction Pass State Park for an easy-to-moderate 1.5-mile loop that descends to the shoreline, where you can explore tide pools or beachcomb along the pebbled beach. For a more challenging trek, head to Moran State Park and hike to the summit of Mount Constitution, where panoramic views stretch across the San Juan Islands to Mount Baker in the North Cascades. WA State Discover Pass is required for parking at both parks.
Kayaking & Paddleboarding — Doe Bay is an ideal launching point for open-water paddling. Bring your own watercraft, or join a guided excursion with the resort's resident outfitter, Shearwater Kayaks. Popular options include 3-hour shoreline excursions to the island's rugged eastern coastline, sunset paddles, and evening bioluminescence tours. For those extending their stay, full-day and multi-day inter-island expeditions are also available through Shearwater and other outfitters in Eastsound.
Whale Watching — The Salish Sea is home to both resident and transient orca populations, with peak whale watching season running from May through October. Tours depart directly from Orcas Island (Eastsound and Deer Harbor), as well as from nearby Friday Harbor and Anacortes. Along the way, you're also likely to spot porpoises, harbor seals, sea otters, bald eagles, and other marine wildlife.
Bike Touring — Exploring Orcas on two wheels is a great way to experience its pastoral roads and dramatic coastal scenery. The island is notorious for its hilly terrain, so for those seeking a less challenging cycling experience electric bikes are recommended. Rentals for both standard and e-bikes are available through local shops in Eastsound, many of which also offer guided tours and delivery to the resort.
Local Arts & Agriculture — Spend an afternoon exploring Eastsound Village, home to independent bookstores, cafés, boutique shops, and art galleries, along with a Saturday Farmers Market on the village green (May–September) that’s a must for local produce and artisan goods. On your way to or from Doe Bay, stop by Orcas Island Artworks, a co-op gallery showcasing 40+ local artists, or browse the seasonal u-pick flowers and gardens at The Little Farm on Olga Road.
Accommodations
Our group will stay in a collection of four deluxe cabins that are nestled across a few different settings within Doe Bay’s grounds, all within a short walk of the yoga studio, café, spa, and central gathering spaces. Each cabin is single-story with 2–3 bedrooms and naturally blends rustic Northwest charm with the relaxed feel of island living. Both shared and private room options include electric heat, quality bed linens and bath towels, and shared access to a full bathroom, living area, and kitchenette or full kitchen. Additional shared-use bathrooms are available throughout the property if needed.
Traveling as a couple? If you'd prefer your own private studio cabin with a private bathroom, please contact us for availability and a custom quote.
Shared Room — $1395
Shared room accommodations are located in the Agni and Padma bunkhouses, peaceful cedar cabins tucked among towering evergreens overlooking the upper meadow. Set a little ways back from the resort's central gathering spaces (5-8 min walk), these cabins offer a quieter, more secluded setting with distant water views from the porch and warm fir interiors that feel distinctly northwest.
Private Room — $1895
Private rooms are housed in the Cypress and Peapod cabins, charming cottages centrally located in the lower meadow with beautiful water views. Just steps from the yoga studio and a short stroll from the café, lodge, and general store, these cabins feature bright shiplap interiors with a vintage coastal aesthetic. Each cabin has 2–3 bedrooms, a shared bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and an outdoor sitting porch angled toward the sea.
Couples interested in reserving a private studio cabin can email claire@bellinghamyogacollective.com for availability and pricing.
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Double-occupancy rooms include one queen bed and one twin-over-twin bunk bed, (though rooms will be occupied by only two guests) and will share a bathroom with the other cabin-mates. This option is ideal for friends traveling together, couples, or solo travelers who are happy to be paired with a roommate.
$1395 / person
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Single-occupancy rooms allow you to enjoy your own private bedroom with either a queen or king bed while sharing the cabin's common spaces and bathroom with one to three other retreat participants. This option is ideal for those who value the privacy of their own room while still enjoying the sense of community that comes with shared accommodations.
$1895 / person
Prices displayed above are per person and do not include flights/ferries/transportation, gratuities for retreat staff, or additional spa services/activities.
To reserve your space, you must complete and submit a registration form, retreat agreement & liability waiver, and $500 non-refundable deposit. Once your form & deposit have been received, we will follow up to confirm your accommodation selection and provide additional retreat details. Before submitting a registration form, please read the payment terms & cancellation policy here.
NOTE: After submitting your registration form and agreement, you will be redirected to complete your deposit through MindBody. Your space is not reserved until both your signed agreement and deposit have been received.
Retreat Details
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Total approximate travel time from the Seattle area to Doe Bay Resort in Olga, Washington is 4-4.5 hours, depending on traffic and ferry times.
Closest airports for those traveling from out of state are Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), Bellingham (BLI), or Vancouver, BC (YVR). From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle to the ferry terminal in Anacortes. Driving a car onto the ferry is the most convenient and cost effective way to get around the island.
Arrival:
Check-in is available starting from 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 19.Departure:
Check-out is no later than 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 23.Drive Times to the San Juan Ferry Terminal in Anacortes: from Bellingham ~1 hour; from Seattle, WA or Vancouver, BC ~2 hours (depending on traffic)
Ferry Travel Time: Depending on the time & route of your ferry (direct vs. inter-island loop), the ride between Anacortes and Orcas Island can range between 60-85 minutes. It is highly recommended that passengers arrive at the ferry terminal 45-60 minutes prior to vessel departure.
Drive Time From Ferry Landing: Doe Bay Resort is located 19 miles from the Orcas ferry dock and takes roughly 40 minutes by car. Parking at Doe Bay is ample, with some of the accommodations including a designated space or drive-up option.
As we get closer to the start of the retreat, we can help arrange a rideshare system for those that are interested in carpooling! Alternatively, you can arrange ahead for a Doe Bay Shuttle to pick you up (charge is $20/person one-way, when available). For early-morning or late-evening pick-ups, there is an island taxi service that can take you to and from Doe Bay. Uber is new to Orcas as of 2026, so drivers and pick-ups are far and few between.
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Ferries depart from Anacortes to Orcas Island 8-10 times daily during the Spring sailing season. Of those daily trips, WSDOT generally operates 3 to 4 direct sailings (~ 65 min ride), and 4 to 5 inter-island loops that pull into Lopez Island or Shaw Island first (~ 90 min ride).
Peak season fare* for a standard vehicle (including driver) from Anacortes to Orcas Island is $72.75 (as of 2026); tickets for adult walk-on passengers (or passengers carpooling inside a vehicle) cost $18 per person. All tickets purchased for this route are round-trip fares; you only pay for when departing from Anacortes / westbound travel, and the return trip from Orcas Island does not require an additional ticket.
If you plan to bring your vehicle over to Orcas, you will need to reserve your space on the ferry in advance! Purchasing a ticket only covers your fare, however you will also need to make a free vehicle reservation through the WSDOT Reservation System to secure your spot on a specific sailing. Walk-on passengers do not need reservations.
*Peak Season = May 1 - Sept. 30
Please Note: the first batch of ferry reservations for the spring 2027 sailing season (for travel between late March and mid-June) opens for booking in early February 2027. If all vehicle spaces during the first tier release are full for your intended date/time of travel, don’t fret! More spaces are released two weeks ahead of the sail date, and then again two days before.
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The following expenses are not included in the total retreat cost:
Airfare, Ferry Ticket, and/or other transportation needed to reach the retreat center (i.e. car rental, car share, group shuttle)
Travel Insurance
Gratuities ( 10% gratuities will be collected as a lump sum for our group and distributed to retreat staff)
Alcoholic beverages
Additional spa services, activities or excursions
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Prices are per person + add 3% processing/admin fee for credit cards
Payment methods: cash, check, or credit card (make checks payable to Bellingham Yoga Collective)
Payment plans available!
Secure your spot with a $500 deposit; to be paid in person or online. Once you place your deposit we will email you to confirm your preferred room choice.
Final balance due 90 days before start of retreat.
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Please be sure you will be able to attend before you submit your deposit. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. Payment is due in full 90 days prior to the start of the retreat. If you cancel 90 days or more prior to the retreat start date, you will be issued a refund, less your $500 non-refundable deposit.
Due to retreat centers’ refund policies, we cannot offer any refunds, transfers or credits for cancellations for any reason within 90 days of the retreat start date. Thank you for your consideration with this policy as so much time and heart go into planning retreats for you!
Ready to book? A completed registration form, retreat agreement & liability waiver, and $500 non-refundable deposit are required to reserve your space! After submitting your registration form and agreement, you will be redirected to complete your deposit through MindBody. Your space is not reserved until both your signed agreement and deposit have been received.
Due to retreat centers’ refund policies, we cannot offer any refunds, transfers or credits for cancellations for any reason within 90 days of the retreat start date. If you cancel 90 days or more prior to the retreat start date, you will be issued a refund, less your $500 non-refundable deposit. Thank you for your consideration with this policy as so much time, liability, studio resources and heart go into planning retreats for you!
About Mackenzie
Mackenzie Rae (RYT-500) has been building and deepening her relationship to yoga & the healing arts for over 15 years. Her classes are thoughtfully and creatively sequenced with the intent to build presence, deeper awareness, and loving acceptance within oneself. Through her teaching, she invites students to lean into their edges to build strength and resilience, while also inviting in softness to experience deep nourishment on all levels.
Questions?
Please email Claire@bellinghamyogacollective.com for more information about payment plans and with all other general retreat inquiries.
