A retreat in raw nature
A space to be your
unapologetic self

I Had A Breakthrough Experience

My partner and I wanted to experience a Tantra retreat together to discover more about ourselves and each other.

My partner chose it and when I had a look at the description and pictures I immediately agreed to go there. It felt like calling us and just from the online page it felt resonant with us.

And now after the experience of it, we definitely feel that we grew and discovered new things, more than expected. The program offered was just so connecting, various, and respectful of our inner time. The group was also very powerful and made of very beautiful souls.

I personally had a breakthrough experience which I will bring with me for my life.

Releasing old blockages, finding my feminine strength, and embodying the goddess that is in me. And I found a Soul Sister: Sanshine.

Just go and trust the process. The place and Sanshine with her crew will guide you through a very transformative journey. Every one of us there had an important shift. Open your hearts and free your minds. The rest is up to the Universe.

A wonderful experience in nature!

I was searching for a nature retreat where I could move my body and dance.

It was an experience that deeply touched my soul. It helped me reconnect with my inner child in ways I didn’t know I needed, allowing me to feel a pure sense of joy and wonder.

The environment itself, particularly the peaceful river and its wildlife, fostered a deep connection with nature that I will carry with me forever.

Living so simply and naturally, surrounded by a little family of like-minded souls, I felt an overwhelming sense of belonging and peace. It stripped away all the noise of daily life, showing me that at the core of everything, life is about love and human connection.

The space was truly magical, every detail seemed to invite reflection and relaxation, and the food was both nourishing and delicious.

Sunshine, the space holder, created such a warm, safe, and caring atmosphere that I always felt held and supported throughout the journey.

I left feeling grateful, transformed, and deeply connected to myself, others, and the world around me.

AYA left a big stamp in my heart and my spiritual journey

I needed time of connection with myself and nature. I liked the dancing and tantra focus. The food pictures and nature surroundings were really tempting as well.

AYA left a big stamp in my heart and my spiritual journey. Not only the fantastic place where it is located, where you are 100 percent immersed in nature and the wildness, also and specially because the warm heart and uniqueness of the beautiful souls that facilitate the experience.

Sanshine, Cornelius, and Evelyna are exceptional human beings, with amazing gifts to share and love to expand. All the sessions they provide and shared with us were special, loving, caring, and inclusive.

Dancing is healing for the soul, and I think I never danced that much like this week with them.

Eva was definitely the cherry of the cake, providing her natural wisdom and playfulness. I believe she left a mark in all of us, and reminded us how important it is to take care of our inner child, and have fun!

I will be grateful with all of you, AYA, and each single step that bring me here, for the rest of my life.

Thank you for your job, your mission and purpose. I could feel how everything was made from the heart and soul.

Thank you! With all my love, Julz

Greatly Recommended

It was my first time going on a retreat. Each day was some fresh experience discovering something new about myself, other people and this amazing place.

Mostly, the program was fluid. We did what felt appropriate at the moment. Hosts are very warm and insightful. They love the nature and share it with you.

Overall, greatly recommended, especially if you haven't tried retreats like this.

Thanks Again, and Again, and Again

I needed an authentic place in nature where I could be free, myself and connected to a welcoming nature place.

I took a lot of time to choose my retreat as I could only get one this year. I checked prices, locations, description, everything. This one seemed the most authentic and connected to nature. The comments were good and showed an open space that would fit me.

My body and mind have tremendously connected with the peace that is present over there. I’ve also thrown up all the bad things that needed to get out of me from city life.

I also had a really powerful magic mushroom experience. With this environment, the people, and the timing of it, it was a supreme spiritual journey I was definitely looking for.

I’ve had so many new experiences with food, decorations, nature life, ceremonies, music. Thanks again and again and again.

The atmosphere, the place, and the people are perfect for an open, true, and authentic reconnection with yourself. You also need to be willing to let go of expectations, beliefs, and wishes. Go with kind intentions and willingness to surrender.

Special thanks to the “mother” of the retreat who gives so much love and energy to support you. She is pure and truly here with good intentions.

Great retreat!

Wonderful healing teacher who truly cares about you and amazing veggie food. Beautiful location and people.

Review of 7 Day Soul Expression, Creative Arts Retreat

I wanted to find the love for myself and get away from the normal world and disconnect.

I chose this retreat because of the nature there, a quiet program for my soul, dancing and finding itself.

I felt a feeling of freedom, turning off all other things in life, connecting with other people, communicating, and being listened to and helped.

It is the most beautiful, friendliest, and happiest place I have ever been to. I recommend it to everyone.

I want to remain there, with these loving hugs, acceptance, nature, experiences, and inspiration.

I cannot put it into words yet. I will return.

Heart expansion

I chose AYA for deep grounding in nature and letting go.

The many healing ceremonies, exchanges and breath works have lightened me up.

My heart has expanded considerably, and for every hot tear flowing out, a sense of lovingness replaces it.

Now I want to connect and be around people. I still have not much to say, but something has shifted. I just want to be around people. I feel now is deeply anchored.

In return for letting go of false beliefs about myself, I have gained a loving family and a sense of peace and clarity that I didn’t know before.

My first Tantra Retreat

I highly recommend a stay at AYA Retreat, where the beautiful people Sunshine, Cornelius, Evelyne, and Sarah made sure you were as comfortable as possible.

The setting and freedom to roam the property as you like, with the crystal clear river as the location's focus.

The sessions were delivered with caring and love and were highly beneficial to the soul. The dancing was ecstatic with total freedom in nature, and the inner child was encouraged by the presence and playfulness of young Eva, who was a total delight.

As a traveling Naturalist, I signed up for the retreat to experience something different at the end of my holiday, and I was rewarded in the best possible way.

Thank you for the beautiful experience. With love, Kevin.

Review of AYA Retreats Portugal

Aya supported my whole being to surrender, trust and let go.

I was gifted a transformational healing with the land, the team at AYA and all the beautiful souls who were with me.

A new life and direction has taken place. I am forever grateful for the safe holding, grace and space that Aya provided to come home to myself again.

Wonderful

I've been amazed by the loving and accepting atmosphere, the warm welcome, and the very relaxed and nonjudgmental communication.

Sanshine especially touched me with her being, and I'm grateful for meeting her. It has been exactly what I needed.

I rested, cried, laughed and got in touch with nature walking and dancing around barefoot.

I would recommend participating to people who seek simplicity and closeness to nature, and wish to get their minds smoother and more flexible.