Frequently asked questions
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Where do I sleep — do I have to camp?
Every festival pass includes a tent spot in the camping meadow at Pühali Retreat Centre, with showers and toilets nearby. If camping isn't your thing, there are cabins, guesthouse rooms and camper-van spots bookable separately — they sell out well before the festival, so book early. A small number of "dark room" and container-house options exist for couples and small groups.
What about food?
Several caterers serve fresh, mostly plant-based food on site throughout the day — breakfast to dinner, plus coffee, snacks and the tea house. Meals are paid separately (cards accepted). Special diets are generally easy; bring your own supplements if you have strict requirements.
Is there really a sauna?
Yes — sauna is at the heart of Estonian culture and of this festival. Expect daily sauna rituals led by experienced sauna masters, plus free sauna time, with the lake right there for cooling off. Bring a towel and swimwear (some rituals are swimwear-optional and clearly marked).
What does alcohol-free actually mean?
No alcohol and no recreational drugs anywhere on the festival grounds, for the entire duration, for everyone — participants, facilitators and crew. It's not a restriction so much as the festival's superpower: everyone is genuinely present, the atmosphere stays safe and warm, and the altered states come from breathwork, dance, sauna, cacao and connection.
How old do I need to be?
The festival is 18+. Many workshops involve deep emotional work, conscious touch or nudity-optional sauna rituals, so we keep the space adult. Bring a valid ID — it may be checked at the gate.
What's the refund policy?
Tickets are non-refundable but freely transferable — if your plans change, you can pass or sell your ticket to another person and simply change the name via Fienta. If the festival itself is cancelled, tickets are refunded in full. [PLACEHOLDER — confirm exact refund terms with the organizers.]
Do I need to speak Estonian?
No. Around 60% of the program is led by international facilitators and runs in English, and everything else is always translated. Estonians also speak excellent English. See the Program page for details.
I'm coming alone — will that be weird?
Coming alone is the most common way people arrive, and the festival is built for it: connection workshops, singles meetings and shared circles mean you'll have familiar faces around you within hours.
What should I pack?
Tent, sleeping bag and warm layer (July nights can drop to 10 °C), swimwear, towel, rain shell, comfortable movement clothes, water bottle and a headlamp. There's a full packing list on the Getting Here page.
Can I pay by card at the festival?
Yes — Estonia is one of the most card-friendly countries in the world. Food vendors and the bazaar all take cards; you won't need cash.