7-Day Transformational Retreat in Bahia, Brazil — Yary Immersion Spring Edition
7-Day Transformational Retreat in Bahia, Brazil — Yary Immersion Spring Edition
Rodovia Ba-001 Ilhéus - Itacaré, BA, Brasil
Up to 20 in group
November 18 - 25, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- TEMAZCAL: A sacred ancestral ceremony of purification, rebirth, and deep connection with Mother Earth.
- YOGA & MEDITATION: Daily practices to cultivate inner balance, presence, and embodied well-being.
- CACAO CEREMONY: Open your heart with the ancient medicine of cacao — celebrating life through dance, song, and sacred fire.
- WATERFALL AND FOREST IMMERSION: Journey through the Atlantic Forest to a private waterfall — moments of deep contemplation, nature connection, and renewal.
- SOMATIC & EXPRESSIVE ARTS: Explore your inner world through movement, dance, and creative expression — using art as a tool for self-discovery and emotional integration.
- HERBAL BATH & SACRED RITUALS: Ancient cleansing practices using medicinal plants to purify the body, calm the mind, and prepare the spirit for transformation.
- SHARING CIRCLES & COMMUNITY: A safe, authentic space to connect with fellow travelers on the same path — held in a spirit of joy, trust, and genuine togetherness.
- + Optional Ayahuasca Ceremony: For those called to this sacred path: a guided plant medicine ceremony for deep healing and inner clarity.
About this Retreat
A Transpersonal Psychology postgraduate and Naturology graduate, Giovanna is also a certified KRI Yoga instructor. She skillfully offers therapies with floral essences, phytotherapy, temazcal and meditation, guiding individuals to deepen their connection with their inner self and with nature.
Giovanna Jaxuka’s journey is a continuous quest for balance and the development of consciousness, driven by a deep intention to understand the wisdom of nature and the mystery inherent in the All.
Tainara Takua is a singer and songwriter from the Guarani Mbya people. A third-generation spiritual leader and guardian of her culture, she learned traditional songs from an early age in her village.
Tainara creates a bridge between ancestral practices and the present day through her original songs, many of which feature the traditional Guarani guitar. You can find her music on Spotify and YouTube, where she shares her unique artistic and cultural voice.
A prayer woman in service to awakening our inner nature, she activates the Earth’s codes within the body through the medicines of Cacao. She guides individuals in practices and studies designed to open the thymus (heart), thyroid (expression), and pineal (intuition) glands, and to heal our sacred creative energy.
Through her medicine music project, Reza EmCanto, she offers her prayers as healing enchantments, harnessing the power of Sohm. She is also a gifted therapist, working with flower essences, the Isis pendulum, Yoni Eggs and Healing with the Frequency of Roses.
Details of this retreat
AN ENCOUNTER WITH YOUR ESSENCE AND THE WISDOM OF NATURE
Being in contact with nature is one of the oldest and most ancestral pathways to self-discovery: a gateway to balance body, mind, and spirit.
The Yary Immersion is an invitation to listen to the intelligence of the living world and reconnect with your inner essence in one of Brazil's most breathtaking natural settings.
WHAT IS THE YARYIMMERSION?
A 7-day transformational experience in the heart of the Atlantic Forest, weaving together creative tools for self-knowledge, ancestral rituals, body practices, artistic expression, therapeutic processes, trail walks, and waterfall immersions.
This is a space for connection with nature, silence, renewal, and integration held in a field of joy and togetherness.
Throughout the immersion, we explore creative self-expression as a tool to integrate the emotional body, build trust in your own choices, and cultivate clarity in the path that is unfolding. This process supports a conscious expansion, where the blossoming of your essence happens with presence, direction, and consistency.
THE ENERGY OF SPRING
Each cycle we experience is guided by a purpose aligned with nature and spring is the season of blooming, of our essence coming into full expression.
Spring at the Yary Immersion is an invitation to harmonize your emotions and create a strong inner foundation for a new cycle of growth. Just as we care for a garden so it can flourish with strength and balance, this is a time to turn inward, organize what you feel, and strengthen your emotional structure.
Connected to the element of water, you will learn to navigate your inner movements with greater fluidity, harmonizing your emotions, awakening your creative power, and making decisions that are aligned with who you truly are.
WHAT MAKES THIS RETREAT UNIQUE
• Ancestral + Creative + Therapeutic: A rare combination of Indigenous-inspired rituals, somatic body practices, and artistic modalities that go beyond conventional wellness retreats
• An extraordinary natural setting: A private waterfall in the heart of the Atlantic Forest, river ceremonies, beach outings, and the legendary beauty of Bahia's Cacao Coast
• Seasonal & intentional design: Each edition is crafted around the energy of the season, giving your retreat a deeper layer of meaning and transformation
• Small, intimate group: A carefully held sacred container in a spirit of joy and genuine community
• Truly all-inclusive — Accommodation, meals, all activities, transfers, and the full experience in one
Being in contact with nature is one of the oldest and most ancestral pathways to self-discovery: a gateway to balance body, mind, and spirit.
The Yary Immersion is an invitation to listen to the intelligence of the living world and reconnect with your inner essence in one of Brazil's most breathtaking natural settings.
WHAT IS THE YARYIMMERSION?
A 7-day transformational experience in the heart of the Atlantic Forest, weaving together creative tools for self-knowledge, ancestral rituals, body practices, artistic expression, therapeutic processes, trail walks, and waterfall immersions.
This is a space for connection with nature, silence, renewal, and integration held in a field of joy and togetherness.
Throughout the immersion, we explore creative self-expression as a tool to integrate the emotional body, build trust in your own choices, and cultivate clarity in the path that is unfolding. This process supports a conscious expansion, where the blossoming of your essence happens with presence, direction, and consistency.
THE ENERGY OF SPRING
Each cycle we experience is guided by a purpose aligned with nature and spring is the season of blooming, of our essence coming into full expression.
Spring at the Yary Immersion is an invitation to harmonize your emotions and create a strong inner foundation for a new cycle of growth. Just as we care for a garden so it can flourish with strength and balance, this is a time to turn inward, organize what you feel, and strengthen your emotional structure.
Connected to the element of water, you will learn to navigate your inner movements with greater fluidity, harmonizing your emotions, awakening your creative power, and making decisions that are aligned with who you truly are.
WHAT MAKES THIS RETREAT UNIQUE
• Ancestral + Creative + Therapeutic: A rare combination of Indigenous-inspired rituals, somatic body practices, and artistic modalities that go beyond conventional wellness retreats
• An extraordinary natural setting: A private waterfall in the heart of the Atlantic Forest, river ceremonies, beach outings, and the legendary beauty of Bahia's Cacao Coast
• Seasonal & intentional design: Each edition is crafted around the energy of the season, giving your retreat a deeper layer of meaning and transformation
• Small, intimate group: A carefully held sacred container in a spirit of joy and genuine community
• Truly all-inclusive — Accommodation, meals, all activities, transfers, and the full experience in one
Schedule
> Yoga and somatic movement
> Temazcal (traditional sweat lodge ceremony)
> Meditative trail walks
> Waterfall and river baths
> Cacao ceremony
> Body movement and expressive arts
> Self-care practices
> Silence and introspection time
> Sharing circles
> Singing class with Tainara Takua
> Songs by the bonfire
> Herbal bath and clay ritual
> Beach tour
> Itacaré & Serra Grande cultural tours
+ Optional Ayahuasca ceremony
> Temazcal (traditional sweat lodge ceremony)
> Meditative trail walks
> Waterfall and river baths
> Cacao ceremony
> Body movement and expressive arts
> Self-care practices
> Silence and introspection time
> Sharing circles
> Singing class with Tainara Takua
> Songs by the bonfire
> Herbal bath and clay ritual
> Beach tour
> Itacaré & Serra Grande cultural tours
+ Optional Ayahuasca ceremony
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Yary , Rodovia Ba-001 Ilhéus - Itacaré, BA, Brasil
Directions
How to Reach Us
The best and closest airport is Ilhéus (IOS) - Jorge Amado Airport.
We strongly recommend flying here. Your included airport transfer will be arranged to and from this airport.
While Salvador (SSA) is a larger international airport, it is a 5-6 hour drive away. If you fly into Salvador, you would need to arrange your own separate transportation to Ilhéus (via a short domestic flight or a bus) to meet our shuttle.
The best and closest airport is Ilhéus (IOS) - Jorge Amado Airport.
We strongly recommend flying here. Your included airport transfer will be arranged to and from this airport.
While Salvador (SSA) is a larger international airport, it is a 5-6 hour drive away. If you fly into Salvador, you would need to arrange your own separate transportation to Ilhéus (via a short domestic flight or a bus) to meet our shuttle.
Accommodation
Imagine waking to the song of the birds, breathing the pure forest air, and feeling the vital energy that pulses all around you. At Oca Yary, each accommodation is a portal to this deep immersion in nature. Accommodation in the Chalet, Casa Natureza with options of shared or private rooms, Camping or stay inside the Oca on hammocks in an ancestral and amazing experienceare available. The price changes depending on the type of accommodation you choose.
STAR: You bring your own tent and sleep under the thousand‑star skies of Oca Yary. We offer a camping area with access to a changing/bathroom area, for a simple and grounded experience close to the earth.
ANCESTRAL: Hammock stay in the Central Oca, a unique experience of returning to the roots by sleeping under the beautiful Xiguan Oca. For those who want a truly ancestral, communal and singular experience.
SOLO NATURE: Private room at Casa Natureza, farther from the Central Oca, also merged into the forest with direct access to the river in the backyard. A more intimate and quiet space for solo travelers seeking privacy, rest, and a deep nature retreat.
NATURE: Bed in a shared room at Casa Natureza, a bit farther from the Central Oca, fully embraced by the forest with direct access to the river in the backyard. Ideal for those who enjoy tranquility, water, and a deeper connection with the surrounding landscape.
COLIBRI: Bed in shared bungalow in the middle of the forest, with a private bathroom, just a short walk from the Central Oca. A cozy experience surrounded by the Atlantic Forest, perfect for those who want comfort while staying immersed in nature.
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Yary is a holistic center located in southern Bahia, Brazil — between the villages of Serra Grande and Itacaré, in the heart of the Atlantic Forest. A space for regeneration and ancestral connection, with a stunning private waterfall, river access, and proximity to pristine beaches on the Cacao Coast.
Here, simplicity is intentional. The space invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and let the intelligence of nature guide your healing and self-discovery.
Here, simplicity is intentional. The space invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and let the intelligence of nature guide your healing and self-discovery.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Vegetarian and Local Organic food.
What's Included
- > 7 nights accommodation at the Yary Center
- > 3 healthy, locally sourced meals per day
- > All activities and group experiences (10+)
- > Round-trip airport transfer (Ilhéus/IOS Airport ↔ Yary)
- > Access to the river, waterfall, and natural surroundings at Oca Yary
- > Facilitation by experienced holistic guides and practitioners
What's Not Included
- Airfare
- Ayahuasca Ceremony (optional)
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