The holidays can be hard, a bit stressful, and in Denver, filled with cold temperatures and plenty of snow. By the time January hits, most of us are ready for a relaxing, warm-weather getaway that will set us right for the new year. With direct flights from Denver to Palm Springs, it’s easy to find your winter escape this new year with the first-ever Coachella Valley Hiking Retreat at Sensei Porcupine Creek.
Continuing from the success of previous hiking retreats at their sister property on the Hawaiian island of Lana’i, Sensei Porcupine Creek will host a five-day, four-night hiking retreat, from January 16-20, 2025 at its luxurious wellness resort nestled in the heart of the Coachella Valley. Guests of the hiking retreat will explore the Coachella Valley with guided hikes, from Joshua Tree National Park to Indian Canyons, all coupled with Sensei’s signature wellness programming, restorative spa treatments, luxury accommodations and world-class culinary offerings from Sensei by Nobu.
Set against the Santa Rosa Mountains in the middle of the Coachella Valley, Sensei has made visiting the desert cool. The bascamp for your hiking retreat, the adult-only resort welcomes you to unwind in desert luxury with tranquil pools and spas sprinkled amongst 230 acres of lush grounds and vibrant florals, all designed to make you feel secluded from the rest of the world.
Founded on the commitment to help people live longer, healthier lives, the “Sensei Way” is an individualized approach to overall health that focuses on three simple paths for everyday wellness: movement, nourishment and rest. The Sensei wellness approach delves beyond surface-level health issues, identifying root causes and providing actionable strategies for sustainable lifestyle transformation. Through expertly crafted, personalized well-being programs led by top health practitioners, participants gain comprehensive knowledge and practical techniques designed to cultivate long-term health and vitality.
During your time at Sensei, you’ll discover the modalities that best suit your lifestyle with their fitness, strength and mobility classes. Or maybe for you, movement is centered around activities. Play a few rounds at their world-renowned golf course, or practice your tennis swing with one-on-one lessons led by pro tennis player; Caroline Vis at their state-of-the-art facilities.
Nourish your body with Sensei by Nobu; a creative collaboration between world-renowned Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Sensei co-founder Dr. David Agus, harnesses an evidence-led approach to nutrition. A curated menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner leaves you feeling nourished with chef-crafted sushi and healthy cooked dishes that infuse Sensei’s nutritional approach with traditional dishes by Nobu.
Rest and recovery are easy at Sensei with their myriad of mindfulness and meditation classes, spa treatments and optimal chances for reflection. Awaken with a morning meditation class or end the day with a restorative sound bath led by world-class healers. Replenish your body and skin with custom facials and massages. Or simply lounge at the pool, take a quiet walk through the gardens or find a cozy corner for journaling. It’s all up to you how you wish your wellness journey to begin.
After a full day, a good night’s rest comes easy with Sensei’s luxurious accommodations that far exceed what you’d expect at a wellness retreat. Spacious layouts allow for room to move, while plush linens and towels wrap you in comfort and open-air balconies that seamlessly blend your indoor sanctuary with the surrounding desert oasis.
While leaving the beautiful grounds at Porcupine Creek might be hard, the three hikes lined up for the retreat make the excursions worth it. You’ll explore the trails of Joshua Tree National Park with a hike to Ryan Mountain, a 4.5-mile hike through picturesque canyons created by the San Andreas Fault line and explore two different trails through Indian Canyons. Feel prepared for your hike with pre-hike warm-up sessions, a Camelbak backpack and a curated assortment of snacks and box lunches prepared by Sensei by Nobu.
Designed for intermediate and advanced hikers, expect to be challenged and blown away by the beautiful desert terrain of the Coachella Valley. Each hike will be led by a local guide with cultural insights from the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, along with a Sensei wellness expert who will fulfill your outdoor adventures as you explore this bucket list locale.
To round out your hiking excursions, participants of the retreat receive two 60-minute spa treatments, a 1:1 well-being session focused on nutrition, mindset, fitness, yoga, meditation or sleep, two group wellness classes, daily breakfast, a $400 food credit to Sensei by Nobu and so much more. Guests who book between now and December 16, will receive 10% off their package.
While wellness is not a destination, but rather a lifelong journey, a stay at Sensei Porcupine Creek is a great way to start that journey. So, begin a new you in the new year and book your path to wellness with the Sensei Coachella Valley Hiking Retreat.
*all images by Jessica Hughes
