“Unah” means seed, and is located inside Piracanga Ecovillage.
A tiny grain that holds within it all the information for life to bloom. Just like the tallest tree that once was only a seed, we believe each experience here can be the start of a great transformation.
At our retreats in Piracanga Ecovillage, Bahia, we plant seeds of awareness, self care, respect, and cooperation. With time, these seeds grow, bear fruit, and spread across the world.
Unah is a center for spiritual retreats in Brazil, without religious affiliation. We do not follow doctrines. Instead, we create a space where each person can reconnect with themselves and with Nature.
Today, Unah is the main organization active in Piracanga Ecovillage, employing dozens of local residents, supporting community projects, and welcoming participants from across Brazil and around the world.
Unah is located inside Piracanga Ecovillage – Bahia, right where a clear river meets a paradise beach on the Maraú Peninsula. It is a place often described as one of the most beautiful and untouched coastal areas in the world.
The nearest airport is Ilhéus (BA), about two hours away from Piracanga Ecovillage. Getting here is simple: our team offers full guidance and trusted transport so that your journey is smooth and inspiring.
We believe humanity needs new ways of caring: for ourselves, for each other, and for Nature. This is the path to a healthier and more conscious future.
At Unah, we weave together self discovery, social awareness, and environmental sustainability to support people in building more meaningful and regenerative lives.
Our purpose is:
🌱 To cultivate self care: body, mind, and spirit in harmony.
🌱 To nurture meaningful relationships: based on listening, respect, and cooperation.
🌱 To live regeneratively: inspiring sustainable lifestyles and ecological practices.
As a retreat center in Piracanga Ecovillage, our mission is to plant seeds of transformation that grow far beyond each retreat, touching communities and the world around us.
Unah exists to inspire people to reconnect with what truly matters — and from that reconnection, to create transformations that bring positive impact to their lives and to the world.
We bring this mission to life through the Unah Immersion Retreat in Brazil we host at Piracanga Ecovillage, Bahia, and by living our values daily in sustainability, spirituality, and self knowledge.
Every year, thousands of people from Brazil and around the globe come to our retreat center in Brazil at Piracanga Ecovillage. Each one discovers a new way of living: more conscious, regenerative, and deeply connected to Nature.
And the seeds planted here don’t stop growing when the retreat ends. They continue to blossom in everyday choices and real-life changes.
For those who want to dive deeper, academic studies such as this evaluation of Piracanga Ecovillage’s sustainable practices highlight the social, ecological, and community impact of this unique place.
Beyond our own retreats, we are part of a vibrant ecosystem of local initiatives that keep the spirit of Piracanga Ecovillage alive.
The heart of the community, where children aged 2 to 12 learn and grow.
Recognized by Brazil’s Ministry of Education as a model of transformative education.
Led by Frederico Behrends, also educational director of the Unah Immersion Retreat.
Learn more >
Caring for the waters of Piracanga Ecovillage for more than 15 years.
Producer of 100% biodegradable hygiene and cleaning products.
Founded and led by Juliana Faber, also a facilitator of the Unah Immersion Retreat.
Learn more >
Dedicated to protecting sea turtles and mangroves.
Thousands of baby turtles have safely reached the ocean thanks to this project.
Created and led by the Indigenous leader Batista Pataxó, also facilitator at Unah.
Learn more >
Agroecological food production in the Santa Maria settlement, 15 km from Piracanga Ecovillage.
A living example of sustainable living connected to the land.
Founded by Gabriel Jacob, also facilitator at Unah.
Learn more >
A music group born from residents of Piracanga Ecovillage.
Hindu mantra practice that uplifts energy and vibration.
They perform every Wednesday night at the Unah Immersion Retreat.
Learn more >
To bring our purpose to life, we offer transformative experiences inside Piracanga Ecovillage, blending spirituality, self knowledge, community, and Nature.
Our signature 7 day spiritual retreat in Bahia, offered weekly and experienced by more than 2,400 participants.
Unique events held throughout the year, such as the New Year Retreat in Brazil and the Carnival Retreat in Brazil.
We host guest facilitators who bring retreats in Yoga, Tantra, Communication, Holistic Therapies, and much more. Check our upcoming wellness retreats in Brazil.
Sustainable, comfortable lodging integrated with Nature. Available for retreat participants or for those who simply want to experience Piracanga Ecovillage.
A local reference in 100% plant based cuisine, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner to Unah guests and Piracanga Ecovillage residents.
Our values guide every step we take as a retreat center in Piracanga Ecovillage, Bahia. They reflect our commitment to people, to Nature, and to the positive change we want to create.
We seek long-term sustainability, balancing prosperity with positive impact on community and environment. True growth is shared and regenerative.
We place people at the heart of everything. We embrace diversity of race, gender, belief, and orientation. We want Unah to be one of the best places to work and to inspire trust and care in every relationship.
We are part of Nature and care for it with intention. Protecting the waters, forests, and life around Piracanga Ecovillage is our daily practice.
We believe each person can be part of the solution. We value honest feedback and the courage to learn and evolve together.
We honor the past while staying open to the future. Gratitude and curiosity guide us as we work to leave every place better than we found it.
We take seriously the impact of our actions, on the local community, on the Nature that surrounds Piracanga Ecovillage, and on the planet we all share.
It is no surprise that Piracanga is often highlighted internationally as one of the best ecovillages for sustainable travel in the world, recognized for its balance between spirituality, ecology, and community living.
WE HIRE LOCALLY
We prioritize residents, entrepreneurs, and local products.
100% BIODEGRADABLE PRODUCTS
Including in our laundry service in the village near Piracanga Ecovillage.
WE DO NOT SELL
Industrialized, ultra-processed products or alcoholic beverages.
100% PLANT-BASED FOOD
We do not use any products derived from animal protein.
WE DEVELOP HUMAN CAPITAL
We create opportunities to foster human capital within our ecosystem.
NO WASTE
We compost 100% to restore the soil, accelerating forest growth.
100% ECOLOGICAL SANITATION
Ecological technologies such as dry toilets and local sanitation systems.
WE REGENERATE OUR SOIL
We restore the soil, accelerating forest growth.
SOLAR ENERGY
100% of the electricity we use is produced locally, mostly solar.
WE PROMOTE INTEGRATION
We maintain open spaces for visitors and residents of Piracanga Ecovillage.
PiraBUs
Transportation for employees and local residents traveling to Piracanga Ecovillage.
SUPPORT FOR LOCAL PROJECTS
We support initiatives that generate positive impact within the local ecosystem.