At Numinity, we exist to create a safe, supportive, and transformational framework for people called to work with sacred plant medicines.
Our retreats are built on three core intentions:
Accessibility & Integrity: Bridging traditional Amazonian wisdom with modern therapeutic practices, while keeping the work grounded, ethical, and safe.
Integration: Recognising that the real journey begins long after ceremony, we support participants before and after retreats with training and integration to help weave insights into daily life.
Community & Contribution: We believe this work extends far beyond the individual. That’s why we donate 10% of profits to the Acaté Foundation, supporting Amazonian-led conservation and indigenous cultural projects.
Nestled in the heart of Portugal’s stunning Coimbra District, Bela Colina is a serene rural sanctuary offering the perfect blend of natural beauty, privacy, and comfort. Surrounded by rolling hills, lush forests, and traditional Portuguese villages, the venue provides an immersive escape from modern life. Just 2 hours’ drive from Porto Airport, making it easily accessible yet wonderfully secluded (transfers included).
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
We follow a sattvic-inspired dieta designed for clarity, grounding, and nourishment, in line with traditional preparation for Ayahuasca ceremonies. Meals are fresh, seasonal, and mostly plant-based.
Bela Colina is located in the heart of Portugal’s Coimbra District, approximately 2 hours’ drive from Porto Airport, making it easily accessible while remaining a secluded and peaceful retreat sanctuary.
Nearest international airport: Porto Airport (OPO) – 2 hours by private transfer
Transfers included: Guests are collected from Porto Airport at 3:00 pm on the arrival day and returned to the airport at approximately 2:00 pm on the departure day
Please book arrival flights to land by 2:00 pm and departure flights for after 4:00 pm to ensure smooth transfers
For those wishing to travel independently, detailed directions and local transportation options can be provided.
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The best experience of my life
It was a truly life changing experience and definitely the best decision I’ve made to make such a beautiful change. It was perfect.
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Once in a Blue Moon...
When the stars and planets align, great things happen.
The ceremonies themselves were very well organised, the medicine is strong and very healing. The music was beautiful and opened me up to sacred ancestral dance. The accommodations lovely and comfortable, the surroundings are safe, peaceful and immersed in nature. The food was healthy, nutritious and made with love but just be careful not to overeat too late in the day and avoid any foods that may contain salt.
My time with these people and the community/tribe we developed in such a short time were nothing short of ground breaking. It felt like we had known each other for months. In the 3/4 days I was finally able to transmute the darker side of my shadow into compassion for our shared vulnerabilities.
Alone, we go faster, together we further...I am in deep gratitude to Ness, Melissa and Pierre Luigi. If you are unsure of other retreats, I can highly recommend this team of responsible, caring, resolved guides and healers. Trust in life, trust in the medicine, listen to the call, pay attention to your feelings. If you get a big 'yes' then follow through, you won’t be disappointed.
Abrazos and Aho!!!
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Ness is a revelation !
I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Ness at my retreat, and immediately felt a deep attraction and connection to her...as if I could feel her aura, wisdom, knowledge and heart... She is a great professional, a woman who truly transmits energy, passion and wisdom, thanks to her I have reached a level of awareness and perception that I didn't think was possible...I had the honor of embracing her and being able to look into her depths of eyes and seeing how special she is…she enlightened my mind and soul, and I will never forget her. Thanks Ness you made me see the universe with the third eye.
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An angel in human form
Melissa is a celestial being who came to earth to bring light! There is no other explanation ;) During my retreat she was close to me every time I had any need, she is always there, and makes you feel safe. She has inside her a truly immense goodness and wisdom, and you can already perceive it only from her gaze. Melissa is a unique beauty both physically and spiritually because I am convinced she is a true angel :) Thanks again for helping me improve my life, I will be forever grateful.
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Unique experience that everyone should have
I came to a point in my life where I needed a powerful jolt. Doing my research I identified Melissa and her staff, who with infinite kindness guided me to achieve the most fascinating and life-enhancing experience of my life. I was the only Italian in the group and this initially worried me a little, because I was afraid that I wouldn't be able to integrate (not being very good at communicating in English) but if there is a place where I have found such nice people to make me feel welcomed and comfortable as it has never been right here. My experience has given me just what I have needed for a long time, which is to find myself, the security within me and the will to live by exploding a supernova of happiness in my heart (which by now I thought had turned to stone.. .) I literally reached my goal (and I want to reach many more soon :)) literally crying with infinite joy. Never experienced anything like this and all this thanks to Melissa, to all the ultra professional staff and to the fantastic guys that I have met in my group ... I love you all and I will never forget you! Now I feel like a f****n' Jaguar ready to fully bite into life!