Begin 2027 connected to yourself.
New Year's Eve on the beach in Bahia, Brazil
New Year's Retreat 2027
A New Year's you'll still be talking about when you're 80.
- DEC 27, 2026 to JAN 2, 2027
- Maraú Peninsula, Bahia, Brazil
- 7 days
- All inclusive
- Limited spots
- New Year's Eve is the one night the whole world pauses. Yet most people wake up on January 1st feeling exactly the way they did on the 31st.
- The Unah New Year's Retreat in Brazil is for people who want more than a party. It's a real chance to close one chapter and open the next.
- Spiritual, but not religious. Just presence, nature and the right conditions to let it happen.
- Seven days of yoga, meditation and nature on the Bahia coast that leave you with a feeling that's hard to put into words: starting 2027 at peace.
The Experience
7 days on an unspoiled beach
Right on the ocean, next to a crystal clear river, surrounded by nature and far from the noise.
Unforgettable Moments
Reconnection practices led by facilitators who live what they teach. A New Year's Eve celebration under the stars. And mantras at sunrise.
All inclusive
Accommodation, meals, the full program, New Year's Eve dinner and celebration. Just show up and let go.
Unah New Year's Retreat
Who is this retreat for?
- For anyone who wants to welcome the new year with presence, in nature, alongside like minded people.
- For those traveling solo. You'll leave with friends for life.
- For couples, friends and families* who want to deepen and nurture their relationships.*Minimum age 16.
- For anyone curious to try a different way of living: no alcohol, healthy food and real presence.
- For anyone going through a time of transition who wants to start 2027 with more clarity.
Unah New Year's Retreat
What past guests say
300+ people have joined this retreat
☀️ Unah New Year’s Retreat 2027
Unah New Year's Retreat
Your 7 days, day by day
MORE THAN A SCHEDULE. A METHOD FOR RECONNECTING WITH YOURSELF.
*Schedule subject to change.
- Dec 27 · Arrival: dinner, opening circle and circle dancing.
- Dec 28 · Connection and Nature: yoga, a guided walk and a sensory journey.
- Dec 29 · Presence: sound meditation, a natural spa and aquatic massage in the river.
- Dec 30 · Balance: elemental sauna, Flowing Like Water and a mantra circle.
- Dec 31 · Letting Go: medicinal mud bath, New Year's Eve dinner and celebration (until 12:30 am).
- Jan 1 · New Cycle: mantras at sunrise, closing circle, samba circle and bonfire.
- Jan 2 · Fresh Start: sunrise on the beach, departure after breakfast.
"A deep and inspiring process that brings lightness, presence and a sense of belonging."
Unah New Year's Retreat
Who guides your journey
An experienced team of facilitators bringing together science,
spirituality and ancestral wisdom.
Ana Valério
Actress and performing arts researcher. She leads the Clowning Workshop, where laughter becomes a tool for self-discovery and courage. Her work invites spontaneity and genuine joy, showing how art can transform everyday life.
Rapha Simões
Host of the Imersão Unah, yoga teacher and member of the band Axé Mantras. She teaches Yoga, Thai Massage, Sound Healing and Maha Lilah. A Nonviolent Communication facilitator, she guides healing journeys with warmth, spirituality and presence.
Mara Sousa
Host of the Imersão Unah and facilitator of the Flowing Like Water practice. She has guided hundreds of people toward reconnection, presence and authenticity, inspiring freedom, self-expression and deep listening.
Fred Behrends
Pedagogical coordinator of the Imersão Unah and member of the band Axé Mantras. Director of Escola Almar, a leading school in innovative social and emotional education. He leads the Transformative Education practice, bringing together music, education, ecology and self-discovery.
Juliana Faber
Founder of Plante! and Instituto Somos Água. An activist and educator devoted to protecting water and raising ecological awareness. She leads the Waters practice, awakening purpose, sensitivity and action in defense of life.
Batista Banaju
An Indigenous Pataxó guardian of the mangroves and sea turtles, and founder of the Tartaru project, known for its work in conservation and ancestral knowledge. He leads the Medicinal Mud Bath, sharing the wisdom and spirituality of Brazil's native peoples.
Dani Bruce
Yoga teacher for more than 20 years, trained in Hatha, Vinyasa and Lu Jong, with studies in India. Also an Ayurvedic and bodywork therapist, she leads the sunrise Surya Namaskar and meditation sessions, inspiring vitality, surrender and spiritual connection.
Sheila Ali
Circle Dance facilitator, member of the band Axé Mantras and coordinator of the Karuh restaurant. She brings music, movement and conscious cooking together in experiences that nourish body and soul, inspiring celebration, care and community.
David Nataraja
Sound healing facilitator, guide of the Elemental Sauna and member of the band Axé Mantras.
Cybelle Young
Integrative health therapist with more than 27 years of experience and specialist training at Hospital Albert Einstein. At Unah, she leads the Body Temple practice and offers integrative health sessions.
Unah New Year's Retreat
Rooms that welcome you
private and shared options fall asleep to the ocean, wake up to birdsong
- Bed linen and towels
- Mosquito net
- Hot shower
- Porch with a hammock
Food that nourishes
100% plant based and full of surprises, even for daily meat eaters.
An unforgettable dining experience: one of the things guests praise most.
100% plant based and delicious: colors, aromas and flavors that surprise you.
Abundant and varied: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
All inclusive: full meals, fresh juices, teas and coffee.
Unah New Year's Retreat 2027
ALL INCLUSIVE, SO YOU HAVE NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT
300+ people have
lived this experience
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SPECIAL DISCOUNT + BONUS
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FULL PROGRAM: the Unah reconnection method.
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ACCOMMODATION: 6 nights in your chosen room type.
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MEALS: delicious and 100% plant based.
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SUPPORT: attentive, personal care.
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TOILETRY KIT: 100% biodegradable.
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NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION: a special dinner and party.
Unah New Year's Retreat
frequently asked questions
What's included in the package?
✅ 6 nights of accommodation (Dec 27 to Jan 2) ✅ Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day ✅ The full 7 day program ✅ Special New Year's Eve dinner and party ✅ 100% biodegradable toiletry kit ✅ Personal support from a Unah host Just arrive. We take care of the rest.
What happens on New Year's Eve?
It begins at sunset on the 31st with an abundant, varied dinner buffet. Then we celebrate by the river and the ocean, under the stars. At midnight, the New Year ceremony. We rest until dawn and greet the first sunrise of 2027 with a mantra circle.
What currency are prices in?
Prices on the booking page are shown in US dollars.
Is it a spiritual retreat? Is it religious?
Yes, but it isn't religious. No dogma, no specific religious practices, no guru. Spirituality here is simple and direct: in nature, in silence, in music and in consciously celebrating life, always with respect for diversity and difference.
Do I need any yoga or meditation experience?
No. Every activity is an invitation, never an obligation, and everyone goes at their own pace. Many guests are on their very first retreat.
Can I come on my own?
Yes. Most people come on their own.The group dynamic and the warmth of the Unah team mean no one ever feels alone. Everyone leaves with new friends for life.
What's the food like? Do I have to be vegan?
No, you don't need to be vegan. All meals are 100% plant based, abundant and full of flavor. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included every day, plus the special New Year's Eve dinner on the 31st. Most guests eat meat every day and are surprised by how good the food is. It's one of the compliments we hear most.
What's the cancellation policy?
You have a 7 day money back guarantee from the date you book. If you change your mind within that window, we refund 100% of what you paid, with no hassle. Read the full policy at unah.eco/en/cancellation-policy.
What's NOT included?
- ✈️ Flights
- 🚗 Transfer to Unah (available as an add-on)
- 💆 Individual massages and therapies (available during the retreat, booked and paid separately)
- 🛏️ Extra nights if you'd like to arrive early or stay on after the retreat
Is there a discount for couples?
Yes. In private rooms (suites and cabins), the second guest gets a reduced rate. You'll see the options at checkout.
What are the room options?
Every room comes with bed linen, towels, a mosquito net and hot water.
- 🏡 Private Suite with en suite bathroom: complete privacy, with your own bathroom.
- 🌿 Private Cabin with shared dry toilet: privacy and a closer connection to nature.
- 👥 Bed in a Triple Suite: share a suite with 2 other guests of the same gender, with a bathroom just for the three of you.
- 🛏️ Bed in a Dorm: our most affordable option, with single beds in rooms for up to 8 people.
How do I get to Unah?
The nearest airport is Ilhéus (IOS), with daily flights from Brazil's major cities. From there, it's about a 2 hour drive. We offer a direct transfer from the airport to Unah with trusted drivers. Find out more at unah.eco/en/how-to-get-to-unah-piracanga.
Who usually comes?
People who sense there's a more meaningful way to welcome the new year. People in a moment of transition, searching for something, or tired of the usual rush. People who want to truly celebrate, with presence, in nature, alongside others who made the same choice. There's no single profile, just a shared search. If you've read this far, this retreat is probably for you.
Is there internet at the retreat?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available in specific areas. For many guests, spending less time on the phone turns out to be one of the best parts of the week.
Is alcohol allowed?
No. Alcohol and other substances aren't allowed at Unah. We celebrate with presence, New Year's Eve included.
What's the minimum age?
16. Guests aged 16 and 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.