6 Day Retreat Brazil

3 plant medicine ceremonies in a protected Oca in Garopaba-SC, Brazil. Price between €1350 - €1500. Includes integration work. Avaiable dates: 15-20 August & 22-27 August

LOCATION: Brasil, Garopba/SC

Garopaba, 75 km south of the state capital Florianopolis, is a small, charming municipality with a privileged geography. The small town is right by the sea and has beautiful beaches that make you feel like you are in a true paradise. It’s located in a region where the Serra do Mar meets the Atlantic Ocean.

Garopaba, has its origin in the language of the first inhabitants of the region, the Tupi-Guaranis Indians, and means: ygá, ygara, ygarata (bow, boat, canoe) and mpaba and paba (estancia, abode, place, bay). The small fishing village originally served as a place of refuge for the boats that passed through here. In 1525, Garopaba first came into contact with Europeans through the Spaniard Dom Rodrigo Acuña. In the 17th century, inhabitants of Azorean origin came to the area and devoted themselves to fishing. 

The place is characterised by beautiful landscapes with lakes, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, hiking trails and cliffs.  This place surrounded by green hills, waterfalls and enchanting beaches is the ideal place for a magical journey. Here you can connect with nature and go on a very special inner journey to yourself.

The retreat takes place, near Siriu beach, one of the beautiful beaches located in the Garopaba area. The Retreat location Reserva Pachamama “Vez da Vida” is a place full of nature and pleasant frequencies to live. Our centre has an incredible view from the top of the hill – a very special corner that embraces us every day.

Booking and payment information:

It will be necessary to pay 100 euros as a deposit to book your space. Deposit is not refundable as we have to cover expenses ahead of the retreat starting. If for whatever reason you cannot make it, you can transfer the booking to another person. If due to Covid or any other global events, we have to change the retreat dates, your spot will be replaced in the next dates we will set up.

PAYMENT METHOD You can use PayPal to pay the deposit, but keep in mind that you will have to pay the extra PayPal fees before you send the money. You can pay WISE too, or bank transfer.

 

Payment details will be shared once reservation is made.

 

Once you have sent the money please let us know so we can check and send the confirmation email.

 

The rest of the money will be payed cash when you arrive at the location.

Transport:

To get to us (Reserva Pachamama “Vez da Vida”) you will get to fly to Florianopolis (FLN) airport, 87.6 km from our Retreat center. International flights from Europe usually arrive in Brazil via Sao Paulo (CGH) or Rio de Janeiro (GIG) , from where there is a domestic connection to Florianopolis.

How you get from Florianopolis airport  to our center in Garopaba?

  • rental car – car rental from approx. 20 euros per day (depending on car category and additional insurance).
    Price comparison at rentcars.com
  • taxi – around 50 euro or
  • bus- It takes about 20 minutes to get from the airport to the main bus station in Florianopolis. From there the bus to Garopaba runs 4 times a day. Duration 2:15 min to Garopaba bus station. Price: around 6,00 euro. From the bus station Garopaba we can pick you up.
  • If you prefer to come by a personal transport we can arrange this for you. The costs are about 250 Brazilian Reales (R$) approx. 45 euros.Travel time: approx. 1.5 hours (depending on the traffic volume in Florianopolis), distance about 88 kilometres.

Note: The arrival to our centre is not included in the Price.

 

Take a leap of fate and dare to go within, we will meet you on the other side
Accommodation options:

Those who perceive nature openly and with all their senses connect with it and can draw from its treasures. The following options are available for overnight stays:

  1. One suite with an private entrance, bathroom and a double bed is available in the main house.
  1. Another bioconstruction is the extraordinary clay & stone house with a beautiful sea view. In this house there is a kitchen, a shared bathroom, a private bedroom with a double bed and its own veranda. The common sleeping area, equipped with bio-futons, can accommodate 2-4 people and is located under the geodesic dome with a amazing view of the surrounding nature, the sea and the beautiful sky at night.
  1. A tiny house within walking distance, equipped with a small bathroom (shower and toilet), as well as a mini kitchenette and veranda, offers rest and sleeping facilities for 2-3 people.

All 3 areas are off-grid and work just with solar energy.

In order to be with ourselves and to get away from the daily stress, we deliberately don´t have WiFi and internet access in most parts of the centre. WiFi reception is available directly at the accommodation.

Suite with double bed, bathroom and private entrance.

Description:

If you want privacy, the room with seperate entrance and bathroom in the main house is perfect for you.  With beautiful views of the lagoon, the mountains and the sea. The room has a small terrace to relax and enjoy. It can accommodate 1 person or a couple in a double bed.

Price: 1500 € per person

Shared Clay & Stone house

This house offers a unique living experience in terms of architecture and energy.

Private Room with double bed.

Description:

The double room with an own veranda is perfecct for more privacy. Ideal for a couple.

Price: 1450 € per person

The Clay & Stone house

Shared bedroom under the geodesic dome

Description:

A wide view from the sleeping place into the incredible starry sky. This is offered by the sleeping place in the common room under the geodesic dome. The sleeping room is equipped with bio-futons and offers a unique experience.

Price: 1350 € per person

Shared Tinyhouse

Description:

Enjoy nature in the Tinyhaus. Glamping with a difference. The modern living unit consists of upcycled overseas containers. This Tinyhouse with wooden elements has found a new home in our neighbourhood and offers everything that can be accommodated in a minimum of space. The tiny house is shared with up to 3 people. Perfect for minimalists.

Price: 1350 € per person

Our conscious cuisine: vegan, organic & gluten-free

We can’t wait to share our healing space

Plant medicine ceremonies

3 Shamanic ceremonies transformed for the new modern world.

What will you eat

We will serve a conscious cuisine: vegan, organic & gluten-free

Shuttle service

We can arrange direct transfer from the airport, an extra fee applies.

Integration sessions

Our integration work begins after the first ceremony and our qualified therapists are with you on every step of your journey.

Accommodation included

We have 3 lodging options that you cans chose from: Suite with double bed, bathroom and private entrance, Shared Clay & Stone house, Shared Tinyhouse.

Holistic therapies

We offer a number of holistic therapies from qualified practitioners during your retreat.

Meditatios

Groups will take part in daily meditation practice as a group with a qualified practitioner.

Energy healing

Angel will offer energy healing throughout your stay.

Brasil Retreat Schedule

Day 1 Tuesday 

10:00-15:00 Arrival

13:00 Lunch

16:00 Individual

Intention setting

18:00 Introductions, about the retreat, purpose, rules

19:00 Meditation and prep  for ceremony

20:00 1st ceremony

Day 2 Wednesday 

09:00 Breakfast

10:00  Visit to the Siriu Dunes

13:00 Lunch

14:00 Group and individual integration

19:00 Meditation and prep  for ceremony

20:00 2nd ceremony

Day 3 Thursday

09:00 Breakfast

10:00 Rest time

13:00 Lunch

14:00 Group and individual integration

15@00 Awareness  work

18:30 Dinner

Day 1 Friday 

09:00 Breakfast

10:00 Walk to the coast/beach

Watch out for whales

13:00 Lunch

14:30 Conscious body work

19:00 Meditation and prep  for ceremony

20:00 3rd ceremony

 

Day 1 Saturday 

09:00 Breakfast

10:00 Conscious body work

13:00 Lunch

14:30 Group and individual integration

18:30 Dinner

19:00 Come together at campfire after dinner

Day 1 Sunday 

09:00 Breakfast

10:00 Integration exercise

12:00 Closing ceremony honouring the 4 elements

13:00 Lunch

15:00 Leaving

Optional:

  • Osteopathy session 70,00 €

    Acupuncture session 70,00 €

Book Your Retreat

We have a limited amount of spaces available. Please use the booking form below to secure a spot.

Please include your country code
Please accept the Risk Consent to proceed
Please accept the Terms & Conditions to proceed

Terms of use

At the moment the passenger makes the reservation on our website or via email, he voluntary agrees to undergo traditional shamanic care, offered by our Shaman and those part of the team. He voluntary agrees to undergo the techniques offered by us, by his own will and he understands that this may mean the consumption of medicinal plants and the medicinal tea known as Ayahuasca. The shaman and the staff can’t be hold liable under no circumstance no matter what the outcome is, as anyone attending  the healing space is doing it willingly and at their own risk.

The medicine Angel  will never force anyone to drink the Ayahuasca tee, or any other plants, in order to receive the shamanic care offered in ceremony with icaros and music. The passenger voluntary participate in the shamanic program.

The tourist is aware that even if he / she has past the initial medical screening required ahead of coming in us,  he or she needs to inform those at The medicine Angel, of any illness they may have or any medical treatment they are undergoing. The medicine Angel crew will not be made responsible for omission of any such information.

Privacy policy

We keep all of your personal information private and will only contact you to send information about The medicine Angel. We will not share or sell your information with our knowledge. All medical, personal, and spiritual information remains confidential, and is only shared with our shamans and necessary staff / facilitators.

We collect your information when you maybe register for a workshop, fill out a form (such as the contact form), sign up for a newsletter, or enter other information on our site. You may be asked to enter your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, credit card information, medical history, or other details to facilitate the booking process.

We may use your personal information to process your transactions, communicate with you and send information regarding your booking, or to send information regarding activities of The medicine Angel.

T & C

 Please note that our policies are subject to change at any time without giving priory notice.

  1. All reservations require a 100 euro electronic deposit of the total retreat amount.

Your reservation is securely payable through PayPal and is your commitment to saving your spot for a retreat. Please note that a 100 euro deposit is due for each person attending, so in the case of traveling as a couple or group each person is responsible for their portion of the payment.

2. The remainder of your payment is due upon arrival in cash in euro bills.

A local house  will be our meeting point at the start of your retreat (this location is disclosed during reservation correspondence). The remaining balance will be due at this time in cash in euro bills.

3. If you decide to leave your retreat early there will be no refunds, and you are responsible for travel expenses and accommodations thereafter.

We understand there may be some unforeseeable circumstances that cause you to choose to leave your retreat early. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a refund in this case, but we will compassionately try to assist in arranging your travel back. Kindly note that our staff is not beholden to do so however, and that you will be responsible for any expenses incurred during your travel back.

4. In the case of being late to your retreat, we are unable to prorate any missed days

We highly recommend you plan your arrival to us 1 day in advanced, to mitigate the chances of being late. In the event of extreme delays, such as weather affecting your flight, please contact our staff as soon as you are aware. We will do our best to accommodate extenuating circumstances at our discretion, but please note we are unable to prorate any missed days and you are responsible for any additional expenses to travel. You may choose to use your initial deposit towards a future retreat instead, as space allows.

Return policy

  1. There are no refunds available for cancellation, however in the event of cancelling with the intent of rescheduling for yourself, please be in contact with our staff as soon as you aware.

Any person receiving a transferred deposit, must complete a medical screening and approval by our intake staff as is required of all our guests before being accepted.

2. An electronic deposit cannot be applied towards any remaining balance, for yourself or for another guest. Balances due at the start of any retreat are required to be paid in cash.

We are not responsible for refunding travel expenses. In the event of cancellation for any reason, we cannot be responsible for travel expenses. For this reason, we recommend considering travel insurance that has a “cancellation for any reason” policy so that you may be compensated through that agency.

3. We are committed to providing a safe and loving atmosphere and as such there are offenses we consider intolerable that will lead to expulsion without a refund:

  • Sexual harassment towards any guest or staff
  • Behaviour that puts your or another’s safety at risk
  • Bringing or consuming any substances/drugs
  • Possession of or threatening another with any weapon
  • Disruptive, aggressive, or abrasive behavior that creates discomfort or interferes with the healing process of other guests
  • Theft

We appreciate you committing to contributing to a respectful, constructive, and loving space for yourself and your fellow guests.

4. If we must cancel the retreat to unforeseen circumstances (such as natural disaster or political unrest) we will refund the amount that has been paid or apply it towards a future retreat as space allows.

We are not, however, responsible for any travel expenses.

5. We reserve the right to withhold any ceremony if deemed medically unsafe. All guests are required to go through a medical intake assessment before acceptance.

For the safety of all our guests, it is utterly important that you are current and honest with any and all of the medical conditions, medications, herbs or supplements you may have or are taking. A medical assessment will be completed by our intake coordinator before acceptance to ensure compatibility with the plant medicines offered by us. This is not a replacement for consulting with your primary care provider.

To avoid adverse interactions, we may choose to withhold any ceremony at our discretion, this includes ayahuasca, rapé, pre-ayahuasca purgatives, and any other plants or medicines we use.

6. We reserve the right to not accept guests.

For your safety and others, we may choose to refuse admittance at our discretion. In this case (with the exception of having committed any of the offenses listed in number 3 you will be refunded any amount paid toward your retreat.