5-Day Yoga, Meditation & Ayahuasca Retreat in Bahia, Brazil

The retreat runs for five days at Sítio dos Oriundos, a property in Vila Camboinha near Itacaré in Bahia, Brazil. Mornings typically start with meditation, followed by qi gong, do-in self-massage, guided stretching and conscious breathing. These are accessible sessions — no prior experience needed — and they set a steady tone before the more demanding parts of the day.

Bodywork is a core part of the programme. Guests can book massages, acupressure and other hands-on therapies aimed at releasing tension held in the body. These run alongside energy work sessions intended to address emotional and physical balance, so that by the time a ceremony comes around you're not arriving raw. The exact mix is decided per person; the team shapes the schedule based on what you need rather than sticking to a fixed script.

Ayahuasca ceremonies are held with care and preparation. The retreat describes them as shamanic rituals and frames them as the doorway into deeper self-awareness. Talking circles and integration guidance are built in afterwards — the point being that whatever comes up in ceremony gets talked through and worked into daily life rather than left hanging. This is the part of the week that takes the most out of you and gives the most back.

Itacaré itself is part of the appeal. The town sits where the Atlantic rainforest meets the sea, with a handful of beaches, a laid-back surf scene and enough distance from bigger Bahia hubs to stay quiet. Vila Camboinha, where the property is, is quieter still — good for reflection, still close enough to town if you want a change of scene. The natural setting does a lot of the settling work for you.

Over the five days the structure is compact but full. It suits someone navigating a transition, working through long-held patterns, or simply needing a proper reset in a place that supports that kind of work. Because group sizes are kept small and the programme is tailored, you're not anonymous here — the facilitators know your name and what you're working on by day two.

What's included

- 5-day retreat programme at Sítio dos Oriundos - Accommodation in a private or shared bungalow - Daily meditation, qi gong, do-in self-massage, stretching and breathing sessions - Bodywork sessions (massage, acupressure and similar therapies) - Energy work sessions - Ayahuasca ceremony(s) with preparation and integration guidance - Talking circles and integration support - Meals tailored to the group and dietary needs

What's not included

- Flights to Brazil - Travel to and from Itacaré - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Additional treatments or upgrades not confirmed in your booking