Restart - a 5 Day Ayahuasca Retreat in Brazil

Name: Restart - a 5 Day Ayahuasca Retreat in Brazil
Start: 2026-08-27
End: 2026-08-31
Location: Eden Santuário
Rating: 5

5.001 review

Eden Santuário de Natureza e de Bem-Estar - Caeté-Açu, Palmeiras - State of Bahia, Brazil

Up to 12 in group

August 27 - 31, 2026

A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost

Retreat Highlights

Ayahuasca ceremonies guided by experienced facilitators.
Daily practices like yoga, breath-work, and meditation to nurture mind, body, and spirit.
Immersion in the stunning natural beauty of the National Park to ground and inspire you.
Saunas, Clay therapy, Herbal baths
Integration sessions through group sharing, peer connections, and one-on-one guidance, ensuring the insights you gain during the ceremonies stay with you long after you leave.

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Jorge

Martina

Paul

Diana

Jorge Seixas

Jorge, 71, was born in Ilha de Marajó in the Amazonian state of Pará and has been living in the Valley for 25 years where he unites his inherent Amazonian wisdom with his studies of hermetics and esoteric medicine. An alchemist and an initiate of the Ayahuasca school and tradition of Santo Daime, and with 20 years of experience working with the medicine within the community, Jorge provides experience and wisdom for those seeking personal transformation. Jorge will lead the ceremonies and be available for one-on-one sessions throughout the retreat.

Martina Esperon

Born and raised in Pergamino, Argentina, Martina studied Music Therapy at the University of Rosario. In 2012 she moved to the Capão Valley where she has trained and worked for the past 14 years as an Ayurvedic Therapist. She produces and hosts Ayurveda retreats, courses and workshops. Martina’s first encounter with ayahuasca was with Alonso del Rio em 2016, in the Sacred Valley in Peru, where she spent 9 months studying medicine songs. Martina offers ceremonial support and will be available for individual treatments during the retreat.

Paul Mallon

Paul will be your co-host and guide, and will lead the yoga, meditation and breath-work sessions, and provide cerimonial support. Paul is the Founder and Creator of Eden and has 14 years of experience producing and facilitating retreats in Brazil and in Europe. His first encounter with Ayahuasca was in 2008 with a native Ayahuasquero, with whom he embarked on an intensive 3 year shamanic apprenticeship. In 2011 Paul became an initiate of the Ayahuasca tradition of Santo Daime in the community of Mapiá, Amazonas. Paul currently resides in Aracaju with his partner and daughter, where they are students of a Gnostic Academy.

Diana Oliveira

Group Facilitator with a Focus on Mental Health. Diana is an integrative psychologist and neuropsychologist, with a degree in Psychology from the Bahian School of Medicine and Public Health, and a specialization in Jungian Psychotherapy. Her first contact with Ayahuasca was in 2008, through Santo Daime. She worked for 15 years in the corporate world as an organizational psychologist and, more recently, began leading women’s groups in processes of reconnection with the Sacred Feminine. Diana believes in the transformative power of self-knowledge and honors the journey of those who choose to integrate their shadows and reconnect with their soul.

Details of this retreat

RESTART Retreat – A Journey of Healing and Rebirth

Have you ever felt that your life holds much more than what it seems?
Are you searching for a fresh start or a meaningful shift?
Do you long for an experience that not only transforms your life but also renews your spirit?
Are you seeking a deeper meaning in your journey, or struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction?
Awaken to an authentic, purpose-driven life in a transformational retreat guided by the forest medicine Ayahuasca. Discover the deepest questions that live in your soul.

If any of these questions touched your heart, the RESTART retreat program was created for you.
It's time to press the restart button and rediscover yourself.

With over 15 years of experience, RESTART offers a deeply healing and transformative journey.
- Two Ayahuasca ceremonies guided by experienced facilitators.
- Daily practices including yoga, breathwork and meditation - to nurture mind, body, and spirit.
- Immersion in the lush nature of Chapada Diamantina National Park, which becomes a living canvas for your personal growth and deep reflection.
- Integration sessions with group sharing and individual guidance to foster meaningful connections between participants and facilitators

This 5-day immersive program has been carefully crafted to offer a unique experience of self-discovery.

Our retreat is more than a program — it's a transformational journey. Here, you reconnect with the inspiring beauty of nature and dive deep into your true self. In a safe and welcoming environment, you’ll be guided by compassionate facilitators and surrounded by a community united by the same intention. Together, we awaken the courage needed for true transformation, allowing you to experience a profound and meaningful personal rebirth.

Schedule

5-Day RESTART Retreat Schedule

Day 1

12:00 – Welcome and tour of Eden

13:00 – Lunch

14:00 – Hike to Angélica Waterfall

18:00 – Bonfire and Opening Circle

20:00 – Dinner

Day 2

07:00 – Yoga, Breathwork, Meditation

09:00 – Breakfast

12:00 – Ayahuasca Ceremony

19:00 – Dinner

20:00 – Bonfire

Day 3

07:00 – Yoga, Breathwork, Meditation

09:00 – Breakfast

11:00 – Therapeutic Spa: Clay Therapy, Turkish Sauna, Herbal Bath

14:00 – Lunch

18:00 – Ayahuasca Ceremony

23:00 – Dinner

Day 4

07:00 – Yoga, Breathwork, Meditation

09:00 – Breakfast

10:00 – Hike to Purification Waterfall

15:00 – Lunch and free time

20:00 – Dinner and Bonfire

Day 5

09:00 – Breakfast

10:00 – TAKETINA Circle and Closing

13:00 – Lunch

14:00 – Check-out

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Eden Santuário, Eden Santuário de Natureza e de Bem-Estar - Caeté-Açu, Palmeiras - State of Bahia, Brazil

Directions

You'll need to buy a flight to Salvador International Airport (SSA). If you're coming from Europe, you can find direct flights to Salvador from Lisbon with Air Portugal (TAP) and also from Madrid with AirEuropa. From Salvador, we'll arrange a first class coach ticket for you to the National Park. The journey takes 7 hours, at the end of which a taxi will be waiting to pick you up to take you to Eden.

Accommodation

At Eden, you’ll find a variety of eco-accommodation options that blend harmoniously with the surrounding nature, offering both comfort and a deep connection to the natural world. We offer shared accommodation: The Cabana (maximum 3 occupants), The Dormitory (maximum 2 occupants). The private accommodations are: Chalé, Master Suite, and Standard ensuite. They are available for the additional fee.

Price

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

Eden has everything for the profound and full experience of the Ayahuasca retreat in the comfortable environment, so you can concentrate better on your inner process:
- Comfortable and modern accommodations
- Maloca - the place for the ceremonies, yoga, meditation and breathing practices, and also a nice shelter for the rest in the hammock between the daily activities.
- SPA with the Sweat Lodge and Clay Pool
- Beautiful river with the nice pool to swim in 5 minutes walk
- Incredible views

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Cleansing detox diet, perfect for the work with the plant medicine. Vegetarian and vegan.

What's Included

Comfortable Lodging: Enjoy 4 nights in cozy, restful accommodations.
Nutritious Meals: Savor healthy and delicious meals.
Group Dynamics: Participate in activities that foster connection and self-awareness.
2 Ayahuasca Ceremonies: Experience two deep ceremonies guided by experienced facilitators.
Kambô Healing Ritual: A shamanic practice for spiritual and emotional alignment.
Therapeutic Spa: Relax and rejuvenate with treatments that revitalize body and mind.
Clay Therapy: A natural detox that revitalizes and purifies the skin.
Turkish Sauna: Ideal for stress relief and cleansing.
Herbal Baths: A touch of nature’s healing with aromatic herbs.
Yoga & Breathwork: Daily sessions to harmonize body and mind.
Waterfall Hikes: Guided walks to stunning waterfalls immersed in nature.

What's Not Included

Private accommodation

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

Charles • Oct 13, 2025

5.0

Verified

Exceptional life changing experience

My experience at Eden Santuário could not have been better! Paul has found an absolutely exquisite property to develop into the most ideal setting for receiving ayahuasca and other traditional medicines that I could ever imagine. The ceremonies are beautifully and safely conducted with experienced practitioners with connections to the indigenous community. The retreat itself is well structured with interesting and fulfilling optional activities available, comfortable living quarters and excellent food prepared with love. No detail is missed by Paul, who is an ideal host to ensure that each guest gets the most out their own individual journey. I can’t possibly recommend this place any higher. Do yourself the biggest favor you’ve ever done for yourself and sign up for the next retreat that you can hear. I promise you that you will thank me later for this advice!