# Slow Days on Bahia’s Wild Coast

> A yoga retreat in Brazil with Yoga Roots & Reclaim Yourself. Explore the unspoilt Maraú peninsula in Bahia and enjoy yoga with Matthew Shaw.

- URL: https://reclaimyourself.co.uk/our-holidays/brazil-yoga-retreat/
- Published: 2024-05-29
- Updated: 2026-08-09
- Author: Jools Sampson

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Our destination is the [Maraú Peninsula in Bahia](https://reclaimyourself.co.uk/blog/bahia-brazil-wild-coast/), known for its tropical coastline and unspoilt beaches. This is not your typical beach resort. It is off the usual path, a little offbeat, and full of character. Picture quiet strolls along endless golden sands, watching marmosets swing through the treetops, and soaking up the easygoing, no-fuss atmosphere. This is the perfect escape if you love barefoot beach life, free from the usual frills, with just the right amount of unexpected charm.

**Yoga by the sea**

This is an immersive retreat where yoga and beach life naturally weave into each day. Our tranquil setting is ideal for settling into a steady rhythm of yoga, rest, and time outdoors. You will enjoy twice-daily yoga sessions on a peaceful, sheltered deck close to the ocean, where the gentle sea breeze and rhythmic waves deepen the experience.

On some days, there will also be the option to join additional yoga workshops, offering the chance to spend more time exploring specific aspects of the practice in a relaxed and supportive setting. There will also be moments of quiet reflection, including a silent sunrise walk and an evening of stargazing paired with deeply restorative yoga nidra.

**Beach lovers paradise**

This place is a beach lover’s paradise. Begin your day with a peaceful walk along the quiet shoreline, soaking in the calm before your morning practice. After a leisurely breakfast beneath the palm trees, your days are free to unfold at their own pace. Spend time swimming, exploring the coastline, or simply resting and enjoying the warmth of the sun.

You can book massages, borrow a bicycle to ride along the beach at low tide, or curl up with a book by the pool. The area offers excellent surfing for both beginners and experienced surfers. Depending on the tides, there may also be the option to snorkel or dive in the clear waters of Taipu de Fora beach. You may wish to join a boat trip to Tanque Island, where we will visit a quiet village and hike to a viewpoint overlooking the archipelago.

**Island hopping**

Midway through the week, we will venture out to explore Camamu Bay, scattered with tiny tropical islands. We will hop between five islands by boat, some serene and untouched, others home to small, charming communities. Lunch will be enjoyed at a relaxed café beside the Tremembé waterfall, where the Rio Maraú flows directly into the sea.

On our final evening, we will experience a live Capoeira performance by artists and children from the local area. This traditional Brazilian art form blends powerful, acrobatic movement with rhythm and music. By hosting this experience, we are proud to support a local Capoeira community that is widely respected for offering young people a strong sense of belonging and opportunity.

**Peaceful days**

If you are seeking a quiet corner of the world where you can step back and breathe deeply this retreat offers space to do just that. Between daily yoga, unspoilt beaches, and the easy rhythm of life on the peninsula, you will return home feeling rested, grounded, and ready for whatever comes next.

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