6-Day Yoga & Wellness Escape in the Brazilian Rainforest

Mornings at Mama Shanti begin with the forest already alive—birdsong, light through the canopy, cool mountain air. At 8:00 AM, Rie leads a 90-minute vinyasa flow to energize you for the day, or something more restorative if the group needs it. She reads the room and adjusts; there's no rigid syllabus. Breakfast follows at 10:00 AM, a spread of anti-inflammatory dishes built around what was harvested that morning on the local organic farm—fresh fruits, warm dishes, artisan cheeses, and milk from a nearby producer.

The middle of the day is open. You might join a guided hike through Atlantic Forest trails to a waterfall few tourists ever reach, swim in the natural pool, read in a hammock, or simply sit in the shade and do nothing. At 5:00 PM, the second 90-minute session draws you inward—a breathwork session, sound bath with crystal singing bowls, deep yin practice, or guided meditation. Dinner at 7:00 PM is warm and unhurried, and the evening is quiet.

What makes this retreat special is the intimacy. With only four guests, the experience shapes itself around you. The sessions, meals, and pace are not fixed to a group program. Your teacher is present and attentive, leading every session personally. Your chef cooks with organic ingredients harvested nearby, supporting local farmers. Nothing here is at scale, and nothing is outsourced. The intimacy is structural, not incidental.

The forest itself is a character in this story. Over 60,000 trees were planted by Rie's great-grandfather, who called it his paradise on Earth. Today, it's a protected part of the Teresópolis Municipal Nature Park, home to ancient trees, flowing rivers, and hiking trails that lead to breathtaking lookouts and hidden jungle paths. You're not just a guest here—you're welcomed into a living, breathing ecosystem that has been loved across generations.

What's included

- Airport Pickup & Drop-off - 5 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Hike to Pedra Alpina in the Teresópolis Municipal Nature Park with a trusted guide - Hike to waterfalls in Serra dos Órgãos National Park - Shared shuttle pick-up from Rio de Janeiro on the first day of the retreat - Parking - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Visa fee - Travel insurance - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary