Into the Valleys: Mindful Trekking & Yoga in Vale do Pati, Chapada Diamantina Park
Into the Valleys: Mindful Trekking & Yoga in Vale do Pati, Chapada Diamantina Park
Vale do Pati - Lençóis, BA, Brasil
Up to 10 in group
Mar 19 - 23, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Guided hikes through the Vale do Pati’s iconic landscapes
- Daily yoga and mindful sessions
- Small, intimate group experience
- Thoughtfully curated local meals
- Time for rest, silence, and nature immersion
- Comfortable local accommodations in the valley
- Slow-paced itinerary designed for presence and enjoyment
- Experienced facilitators and guides
About this Retreat
Your Guides
With over a decade of experience, Lai is a certified yoga instructor specializing in breathwork and mindfulness practices. She has lived for several years in Chapada Diamantina and other remarkable natural regions of Brazil, developing a deep, lived connection with nature. She has also traveled extensively through Europe and Morocco, bringing a broad cultural perspective to her work. Her approach emphasizes embodied awareness, presence, and conscious movement, supporting participants in cultivating balance, clarity, and grounded connection throughout the retreat experience.
Details of this retreat
This retreat is an invitation to slow down and fully inhabit the natural rhythm of the Vale do Pati. Days unfold immersed in vast landscapes, where forest trails open into wide valleys and silence is naturally punctuated by birdsong, wind moving through the trees, and the steady sound of footsteps on the earth.
Mornings begin with yoga, breathwork, and mindful movement, practiced in connection with the surrounding environment. Throughout the day, guided hikes lead through native vegetation, rivers, and panoramic viewpoints, offering continuous moments of presence and sensory awareness.
The forest becomes a living backdrop: birds calling overhead, the breeze carrying fresh air across the valleys, and changing light shaping each moment. Evenings invite rest and quiet connection, often gathered around a campfire, where conversation softens and nature sets the pace.
This experience is designed to balance movement and stillness, effort and restoration — creating space to reconnect with the body, the breath, and the simple, grounding intelligence of nature.
Mornings begin with yoga, breathwork, and mindful movement, practiced in connection with the surrounding environment. Throughout the day, guided hikes lead through native vegetation, rivers, and panoramic viewpoints, offering continuous moments of presence and sensory awareness.
The forest becomes a living backdrop: birds calling overhead, the breeze carrying fresh air across the valleys, and changing light shaping each moment. Evenings invite rest and quiet connection, often gathered around a campfire, where conversation softens and nature sets the pace.
This experience is designed to balance movement and stillness, effort and restoration — creating space to reconnect with the body, the breath, and the simple, grounding intelligence of nature.
Schedule
Morning yoga and mindful movement session
Breakfast at the local guesthouse
Guided trekking through the Vale do Pati
Guided wildlife observation, including birdwatching and native flora
Lunch along the trail or at a local guesthouse
Rest time and nature immersion
Afternoon yoga, mindfulness, or embodied movement session
Time for journaling, silence, or personal integration
Dinner with freshly prepared local meals
Evening rest and quiet time
Evening campfire gathering (weather permitting)
Optional wine night (available separately)
Breakfast at the local guesthouse
Guided trekking through the Vale do Pati
Guided wildlife observation, including birdwatching and native flora
Lunch along the trail or at a local guesthouse
Rest time and nature immersion
Afternoon yoga, mindfulness, or embodied movement session
Time for journaling, silence, or personal integration
Dinner with freshly prepared local meals
Evening rest and quiet time
Evening campfire gathering (weather permitting)
Optional wine night (available separately)
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Lai Journeys, Vale do Pati - Lençóis, BA, Brasil
Directions
The nearest international airport is Salvador International Airport (SSA). From Salvador, participants travel by bus or private transfer to the town of Palmeiras, the main gateway to the Vale do Pati region.
From Palmeiras, the group meets at a designated meeting point, where transfers and guided access into the Vale do Pati are arranged as part of the retreat logistics.
Detailed arrival instructions, recommended bus options, and meeting point information are provided in advance through the pre-retreat orientation guide.
From Palmeiras, the group meets at a designated meeting point, where transfers and guided access into the Vale do Pati are arranged as part of the retreat logistics.
Detailed arrival instructions, recommended bus options, and meeting point information are provided in advance through the pre-retreat orientation guide.
Accommodation
Guests will stay in simple and welcoming local guesthouses run by residents of the Vale do Pati, located between the valleys along the trekking route. Accommodations are clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully maintained, offering an authentic experience in harmony with nature. Rooms are shared, with basic amenities and a peaceful atmosphere that supports rest after full days of hiking. Private room options may be available upon request, subject to availability. This style of accommodation reflects the essence of the Vale do Pati: genuine hospitality, simplicity, and deep connection with the surrounding landscape. Bed linens and towels are provided.
Program 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
The retreat takes place in the Vale do Pati, located within Chapada Diamantina National Park in Bahia, Brazil. This remote and protected region is known for its dramatic valleys, rivers, waterfalls, and native forests.
Guests stay in locally owned guesthouses along the trekking route, offering a simple, comfortable, and authentic experience in close connection with nature. The venue supports a slow-paced rhythm, minimal distractions, and a deep sense of presence throughout the retreat.
Guests stay in locally owned guesthouses along the trekking route, offering a simple, comfortable, and authentic experience in close connection with nature. The venue supports a slow-paced rhythm, minimal distractions, and a deep sense of presence throughout the retreat.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Locally prepared regional meals, hearty and generously served, using fresh ingredients such as vegetables, fruits, grains, and locally sourced meats, including free-range chicken. Vegetarian options.
What's Included
- 5 days and 4 nights of accommodation in the Vale do Pati
- Full-board meals throughout the experience (daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- 5 days of guided trekking with a highly experienced local guide (over 20 years guiding in the region)
- Travel insurance with coverage up to USD 100,000
- Shared accommodation (private room options available upon request)
- Daily yoga and mindfulness sessions (2 sessions per day, totaling 10 sessions)
- Aromatic immersion with premium essential oils, including a signature perfume as a gift
- Photography coverage included during the retreat
- Small group experience with personalized guidance
- Pre-retreat orientation and preparation guide
- Group transfers to and from the designated meeting point
What's Not Included
- International or domestic airfare or bus tickets
- Bus transportation from Salvador to Palmeiras
- Overnight stay in Palmeiras before or after the retreat
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed in the program
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for local guides and staff
- Transfers not explicitly listed as included