Day 1
Arrive + Connect
Settle into our desert retreat
home, meet the group, enjoy a
welcome dinner, and ease into
the experience with light
movement and connection.
Thrive Women
Tucson Hiking Retreat
DiscoverConnectThrive
Five unforgettable days of hiking, strength, restoration and connection — created exclusively for women 40+.
Reserve Your RoomLimited to 10 Women Luxury Accommodations All Meals Guided Adventures
Explore & Restore
5 Days / 4 Nights
March 18 – 22, 2027
Tucson, Arizona
Sonoran Desert
Limited to 10 Women
Intentionally Small
Guided Hiking
Iconic Trails
Luxury Retreat Home
Private En-Suite Baths
The Retreat
A Small Circle.
Big Transformation.
There's a reason we keep THRIVE retreats small.
With only 10 women, you're not one face in a crowd. There's time to get to know one another, space for individual attention, and the flexibility to move through each day as a group rather than following a rigid tour schedule.
On the trail, that means encouragement when you need it, leaders who know how you're doing, and a pace that allows you to challenge yourself without feeling left behind.
Back at the house, it means shared meals, easy conversation, plenty of laughter, and the kind of connection that happens naturally when a small group of women steps away from everyday life and experiences something meaningful together.
The group is small. The impact is lasting.
Discover Connect Thrive
A Look at Your Tucson Retreat
Five unforgettable days of hiking, strength, restoration and connection in the Sonoran Desert.
Day 2
Explore
Head out for a beautiful guided
hike, take in iconic Sonoran Desert
scenery, then return for recovery,
nourishment, and relaxation.
Day 3
Challenge
Today is the signature adventure —
a longer, more memorable hike
with incredible views, shared
accomplishment, and a satisfying
finish.
Day 4
Adventure + Restore
Enjoy another scenic outing with
space to breathe, reflect, recover,
and savor the rhythm of the
retreat.
Day 5
Reflect + Depart
Begin the morning with gentle
movement and breakfast before
wrapping up the retreat feeling
stronger, clearer, and renewed.
What's Included
We Take Care of the Details
So you can focus on what matters most — moving, connecting, and enjoying every moment.
Guided Hikes
Expert-led hikes on iconic Tucson trails, with routes chosen for adventure, beauty and the right level of challenge.
Movement & Recovery
Thoughtful strength work, mobility, stretching and recovery sessions to keep you feeling strong and ready for each day.
Luxury Accommodations
Five days in a beautiful private retreat home with spacious rooms, en-suite bathrooms, a pool, hot tub and stunning desert views.
All Meals & Snacks
Delicious, nutritious meals and snacks prepared for you throughout the retreat, with a focus on fueling your adventures.
A Supportive Community
Share the experience with 7–10 like-minded women who encourage, inspire and get what this stage of life is all about.
Transportation
All transportation during the retreat, including shuttles to trailheads and group activities.
Airport Pickup & Drop-Off
We’ve got you covered with group airport transportation during designated windows (see FAQ for details).
THRIVE Extras
Park fees, guided experiences, retreat materials, surprise goodies and all the thoughtful details that make this experience seamless.
All included. All for you.
Your Guides
Meet Your Retreat Leaders
Shannon
Founder, THRIVE Women Fitness
Shannon created THRIVE Women Fitness and has been leading women's fitness retreats since 2017. With more than 30 years coaching women, her focus is optimizing health for women 40+ through exercise, nutrition, hormonal health, and mindset. An accomplished hiker—including Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim, the Enchantments, and Havasupai—she shares the benefits of moving in nature's gym and the spiritual reset of getting off the grid.
- Leading women's fitness retreats since 2017
- BS in Exercise Science
- Menopause Fitness Specialist
- 3x Ironman World Championship Finisher
Melissa
Retreat Co-Leader
Melissa brings endurance athletics and desert outdoor expertise to the retreat as co-leader. A two-time Ironman finisher and three-time 100K run finisher, she is also an expert desert hiking guide and outdoor adventure specialist. After a career in tech, she is following her passions for fitness, food, wine, travel, and the meaningful connections that form when people experience adventure together—and looks forward to sharing that with retreat guests.
- Expert Desert Hiking Guide
- Outdoor Adventure Specialist
- 2x Ironman Finisher
- 3x 100K Run Finisher
Accommodations
Your Desert Retreat
After a day on the trails, return to a private luxury estate surrounded by the beauty of the Sonoran Desert.
A Private Sonoran Sanctuary
Nestled in a private gated desert setting, this 6,200+ square foot estate is where the group gathers, rests, and reconnects after each day on the trail. Five bedrooms — each with its own en-suite bath — offer space to unwind, while shared living areas invite conversation long after the boots come off.
Outside, a heated swimming pool, spa, and multiple outdoor patios open to mountain and city views. Inside, a fully equipped kitchen and thoughtfully designed spaces support the rhythm of a luxury women's retreat: nourishing meals, quiet mornings, and evenings that feel like home.
Property Highlights
- Private 6,200+ sq. ft. estate
- 5 bedrooms
- 5.5 bathrooms
- En-suite bathroom for every bedroom
- Heated swimming pool
- Spa / hot tub
- Multiple outdoor patios
- Mountain and city views
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Private gated desert setting
Choose Your Retreat Stay
Three beautiful ways to experience THRIVE. Choose the room that best fits how you want to retreat.
Traveling with a Friend?King Suite
Share a spacious king bed and room with a friend and enjoy the retreat experience together.
- BedKing
- BathEn-suite
- Best forFriends
Availability: Limited
+$1500 for single occupancy
Popular with solo travelersShared Queen Suite
A comfortable private 2 queen bed room within a shared suite — perfect for solo travelers who want their own space while still enjoying the connection of the retreat.
- BedYour own Queen
- BathEn-suite
- Best forSolo travelers
Availability: Only 4 spots
Most spacious and luxuriousPrimary King Suite
Our largest and our most spacious suite featuring amazing views and lavish en-suite bathroom.
SOLD OUT
- BedKing
- BathEn-suite
- Best forSpacious luxury
Availability: Limited
Premier Primary Suite Upgrade
FAQ
Questions? We've Got You.
This retreat is designed for women 40+ who want hiking, strength, restoration, and connection in a small, supportive group. Exact fitness guidelines will be confirmed in the final retreat details.
Be prepared to hike up to 7 miles. Groups usually break into different paces so you don't have to be fast, but you do need to be able to do the distance.
No prior expedition experience is required. A baseline comfort with outdoor walking and a willingness to move at a group-friendly pace is helpful. Final readiness guidance will be shared before the retreat.
The retreat includes lodging at the private estate, meals during the retreat dates, guided hiking and fitness programming, and small-group connection. A complete inclusions list will be confirmed in the final package details.
Airfare, travel insurance, personal gear, and Uber for airport transportation outside of our private THRIVE shuttle. The final retreat details will clearly list what is not included.
Upon registration we will provide a full packing list. Know that you will need to have your own hydration system with at least 1.5L water bladder and hiking poles. We will have some poles on hand to lend out and can also provide links for some of our favorite lightweight options.
Guests stay together at a private luxury estate with five bedrooms and en-suite baths. Room assignments and shared-space details will be confirmed closer to the retreat dates.
Yes. Many women attend on their own. The intentionally small group is designed to help you feel welcomed and connected from the first evening. We will happily pair you with another fabulous THRIVE woman. When filling out the registration form, there will be a question asking if you have a roommate already or would like us to match you.
Tucson International Airport. It's conveniently located 35 minutes away. Complimentary airport transportation is provided for guests arriving and departing during our designated retreat travel windows. If your flight schedule falls outside those times, ride-share services such as Uber and Lyft are readily available and can be arranged at your own expense for approximately $60. Please do not book any airfare or travel arrangements until your trip details are confirmed. We will provide further information and assistance upon confirmation.
A 50% deposit is required upon registration. The remainder of the deposit is due 60 days prior to the retreat. You can cancel for a full refund up until 90 days prior to the retreat.
Ready for Your Next Adventure?
Tucson Is Calling.
Five unforgettable days of hiking, strength, restoration and connection in the Sonoran Desert.
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