Dolce Far

Niente

“The Sweetness of Doing Nothing”

Next retreat: April 17-20th, 2026: Hilo, Hawai’i 

Women are required to do so much..

Come fall into “the Art of Doing Nothing” and give yourself permission to just be, and surround yourself in an uplifting energy with intentional rest & grounding activities.

Come spend a day steeped in divine feminine energy & allow yourself to relax. Put away your phone & responsibilities in a space where you can safely fall into your body.

Who is this for?

This retreat is for any woman who is looking to reconnect with herself through nature & sisterhood. A place where women are your friends not your competition, where we lift each other up in love. This is a place where you can soften into yourself and receive much needed rest & relaxation.

What kind of activities can I expect?

This is a time for intentional rest, these activities are provided at no pressure. If you feel like laying in the grass and taking a nap instead, you do that babe.

  • Nature walks & waterfall hikes

  • Horse Petting (Hilo)

  • Body painting

  • Hair braiding & self care stations

  • Fruit picking & eating

  • Poetry books & oracle decks

  • Tree hugging & grounding practices

  • Multiple spaces to lounge, ground, or yap

Bodily Autonomy

Nudity is present but not required or pressured at Dolce Far Niente. You retain complete bodily autonomy & will not be required to do anything you do not want to do.

The goal is to provide a safe space where women can feel free to be completely comfortable in their bodies. Whether you are an active lover of naturism or wanting to try for the first time what it feels like to be in your most natural essence in nature.

More to know…

  • Nutritious meals & snacks will be provided daily, with ingredients sourced locally and directly from the land whenever possible.

    We are happy to accommodate all dietary restrictions- please contact us in advance with specific requests.

  • Overnight stays are sleepover style- meaning you will likely be sharing a bed with a sister. If you have a friend you’d like to room with just let us know!

  • A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your spot. Payments after that are customized to each attendees needs, made directly through Bella of F&F.

    Finances are a constant stress, so customized payment plans are available to find a way to provide these healing experiences without the added stress of money.

    If money is the only things keeping you from attending, REACH OUT, we can always find something that works.

    flowandferncollective@gmail.com

  • Dolce Far Niente operates on a sliding scale because we believe every woman who needs this experience should have access to it. This is a community centered event, but it also has financial needs to ensure its success.

    The pricing for this retreat has 3 tiers:

    At Cost: Covers only essential location, food, & activity expenses.

    True Price: Reflects the full cost of a ticket, including planning & labor.

    Benefactor: Cost of your ticket plus donation- This helps support those who cannot afford the True Price while also allowing Flow & Fern to continue offering retreats like this in the future. Your contribution, at any level, helps sustain this shared experience.

    Payment plans are available, all customizable to each woman’s needs. Email flowandferncollective@gmail.com for more information

  • We understand that plans can change. Please review our cancellation policy carefully before booking:

    • Deposits:
      All deposits are non-refundable and secure your spot in the retreat.

    • Participant Cancellations:

      • Payments (excluding the deposit) are fully refundable up to 10 days prior to the retreat start date.

      • Cancellations made within 10 days of the retreat are non-refundable.

    • Host Cancellations:
      In the rare event that the retreat is canceled by the host, all payments, including deposits, will be fully refunded.

    • Weather-Related Cancellations:
      If the retreat must be canceled due to weather or unforeseen natural events, all payments will be refunded minus the non-refundable deposit.

    By submitting your deposit, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.

    To make your deposit email flowandferncollective@gmail.com

What Women Are Saying

  • This retreat is like living in an alternate dimension where the world stopped spinning for a weekend. Connecting with nature, our heart spaces, bodies and other lovely women, is truly something I will be taking with me for the rest of my existence on this earth. Mahalo to everyone who was a part of this experience and I will be taking pieces of you all on my own journey to love, light and feminine embodiment.

    -Anonymous, January 2026, Hawai’i

  • This women's retreat was truly such a beautiful experience. Being surrounded by genuine, supportive, feminine energy felt so healing & grounding. Every moment felt intentional, safe, and uplifting. I left feeling reconnected to myself and my femininity. Highly recommend to any woman craving real connection and a soul nourishing space.

    -Ava, January 2026, Hawai’i

  • I knew I needed something like this, but could never have imagined just how desperately until I got into that space. The feminine spirit is magic. Bella and Alex created the perfect container, and allow each participant to soak in it both individually and in connection. I can’t remember a time I felt more powerful, more radiant, or more open.

    -Bianca, October 2025, Kansas

  • I attended the single day session, and while I wish I had time to stay the full weekend, I still left feeling refreshed and supported by the lovely women involved in the retreat. It was a beautiful safe space to laugh, cry, and just be.

    -Audrey, October 2025, Kansas

  • I feel so grateful to have had the opportunity to rest, reflect and recharge in nature with women. The facilitators went above and beyond in their setup and support throughout the experience. We were well nourished with delicious foods, adorned in beautiful silk robes and given the time, space and fun activities that all made for a replenishing day.

    -Anonymous, June 2026, Hawai’i

  • I feel so grateful to have had the opportunity to rest, reflect and recharge in nature with women. The facilitators went above and beyond in their setup and support throughout the experience. We were well nourished with delicious foods, adorned in beautiful silk robes and given the time, space and fun activities that all made for a replenishing day.

    -Anonymous, March 2025, Hawai’i

People walking on a grassy field with palm trees and lush green trees under a cloudy sky.
Two people are arranging decorative stones around a large, white, stacked stone sculpture on a colorful, patterned tablecloth. There is a bowl of red and yellow flowers nearby and a single orange flower on the table.
A woman with red hair, wearing pearl earrings and a pearl necklace, hugging her head to her arms in dark water.
A group of diverse women gathered outdoors on a porch for a celebration, sitting on colorful rugs and pillows, with some standing behind, smiling and holding flowers and beverages.
A woman in a beige striped shawl interacts with a white horse behind a barbed wire fence in a green pasture.
A woman painting a smiley face on another woman's back outdoors on a black sheet, with red cups and paper plates nearby, during daytime.
A group of four women walking down outdoor stairs surrounded by lush greenery towards a body of water in a natural setting.
Four women relaxing and chatting on a porch swing, one standing with a coffee mug, all dressed in casual, colorful summer wear.
A woman with long red hair lying on a rock in a shallow stream, appearing relaxed with her eyes closed, in a natural outdoor setting.
A woman with tattoos, lying on a patterned blanket in sunlight, writing in a notebook.
People pouring water into a brown bowl with powdered ingredients on a blue floral tablecloth, with spice jars and small bowls in the background.
A woman sitting on a dock by a lake, surrounded by trees and clear sky, with her back facing the camera.

All images used with full consent of participants.

If you do not wish for your images to be used they will not be. Everyone has fully autonomy over themselves & their image during these retreats, you are allowed to say yes and then change your mind.

Images by: Hannah Cooper Photography, AITW Media, Adriana Hall Photography

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